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Viking Arms Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry in Ludington

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Gazebo
Outdoor pool
Standard Single Room | In-room dining
Standard Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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930 EAST Ludington AVENUE, Ludington, MI, 49431
  • Place, West Michigan Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ludington Waterfront Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Whirlpool) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite (Whirlpool)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 357 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Ludington

In Ludington .You'll find Sandcastles Children's Museum and West Michigan Fairgrounds within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Ludington Waterfront Park and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • West Michigan Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Stearns Park Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Buttersville Park - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ludington Bay Brewing Co. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pier To Pier Picnics - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Viking Arms Inn

Motel near S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry in Ludington
As a guest of Viking Arms Inn, you'll find an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Ludington motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Viking Arms Inn offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Ludington motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Viking Arms Inn to the airport?

Viking Arms Inn is 32.4 mi (41-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Viking Arms Inn?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Viking Arms Inn on Oct 29, 2025 start from $78.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Viking Arms Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Viking Arms Inn.

How close is Viking Arms Inn to the beach?

This motel is 2.2 mi (5-min drive) from Stearns Park Beach and 8.7 mi (17-min drive) from Hamlin Lake beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Viking Arms Inn offer free breakfast?

Viking Arms Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Viking Arms Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Viking Arms Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Viking Arms Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Viking Arms Inn have a pool?

Viking Arms Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Viking Arms Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Viking Arms Inn to downtown Ludington?

Viking Arms Inn is 0.9 mi away from Ludington.

Viking Arms Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 513 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1019 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it was very well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jasmina, Macomb

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Had a really bad smell and the property was ran down really bad. The AC unit was extremely loud and went off every 15 minutes for a couple mins. We did like the pool and hot tub tho.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD, Avon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A clean, well run, well arranged, conveniently located, older property. Nothing modern, but everything you need and everything where it should be. Comfortable beds and the rooms are well accoutremented.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY, HOPEWELL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Viking Inn. It was quaint, quiet, the beds were very comfortable, and in a great location. Will definitely stay here the next time we come.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Levi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, clean room, great water pressure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good old motel

This is a nice old motel in a neat town, the outdoor pool is a nice feature. Room was clean, property is maintained well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Big Fun

Loved the huge tree.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Amenities
They are under new management. Not as friendly as the original owners. The light switch didn't work in one area of the room. The light switch was hard to find in the dark bathroom. The fan didn't work in the bathroom making it very steamy after a shower. The continental breakfast was so minimal. Tubs are stained & old. The grounds were nice. Spacious rooms. Things need to be fixed & updated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place

Clean and cute little place close to Luddington! Pool was clean along with the room and I love the walk out hotel rooms! The shower is a little tight quarters for my husband (I’m shorter so it was ok for me)!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again. Lack of night time staff and lack of full cleaning on multiple night stays and not so much as a soft drink machine makes it a close deal breaker.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Leroyd

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Brighton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old school motel, clean and updated. The grounds were well kept. Pool looked very nice. Would go back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool was nice, liked the hot tub/ pool combo and some shade was good if you want to get out of te sun for a bit. The room could be cleaner, new flooring i think.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hidden gem!

Very nice! The pool was great. Breakfast basic. Room was easy access and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

AIMEE

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and room was great. Staff was friendly and the room was great. Only issue was the bed was super hard.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet place to stay the night after taking the SS Badger across Lake MI.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, pool and hot tub was an added bonus! Stayed around 4th of July so prices were a little high but best around for the quality!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location. Good for a quick overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
everyone was so nice and definitely a great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025