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Ventura Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Lake Michigan in Ludington

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Property grounds
Suite, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
604 W. Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI, 49431
  • Ludington Waterfront Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Stearns Park Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 217 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 217 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 217 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room Single Use, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 217 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 217 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ludington

Close to the beach.Your stay at this Ludington motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and North Breakwater Light. Stearns Park Beach and Ludington Waterfront Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stearns Park Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Breakwater Light - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pere Marquette River - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪House Of Flavors - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Stix Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Ventura Motel

Motel near Lake Michigan in Ludington
Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Ludington motel is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Ventura Motel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Ludington motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Hebrew, Hindi

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December, January, February, and March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ventura Motel to the airport?

Ventura Motel is 33.6 mi (44-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 Ventura Motel?

As of Jul 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ventura Motel on Jul 24, 2025 start from $100.49, 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 Ventura Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ventura Motel.

How close is Ventura Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 6-minute walk from Stearns Park Beach and 7.5 mi (15-min drive) from Hamlin Lake beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ventura Motel offer free breakfast?

Yes, Ventura Motel offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ventura Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Ventura Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Ventura Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Ventura Motel have a pool?

Ventura Motel does not have a pool.

Does Ventura Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Ventura Motel to downtown Ludington?

Ventura Motel is 0.4 mi away from Ludington.

Ventura Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 575 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 575 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 575 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 575 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 575 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown but outdated and dreary
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor breakfast offering. We went to a restaurant near the motel. The staff who checked us in was a very rude woman.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Are you sure you want to be in the hospitality business? Consider using a steam cleaner, power washer bleach carpet cleaner some elbow grease and a can of paint. Deep cleaning your rooms would be a major improvement. You have a fantastic location & a beautiful fresh water lake. Now you just need a clean motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Melinda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

steve

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
I believe they had bed bugs
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Rick

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
We were very glad it was within walkable distance however when we got there the room was 78. The air conditioner did cool it eventually. The brochure stated conditional breakfast was included yet they did NOT offer it. We were told as of Labor Day it was discontinued. Desk man stated it was my fault for incorrect info because I booked it thru Hotels.com but I CALLED the motel personally before I booked it thru hotels.com and was told breakfast was included. I deserve better than that! There were also spider webs and flies on the floor and ceiling. Welcome to Ludington.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandi

Traveled with partner
Typical room for the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Uniquely classic 50s. Loved the old fashioned bathroom- so much like the home I grew up in. Two blocks from waterfront!! Closest neighbor a city park. Even a screen door. Price unbeatable. I don't particularly like cold, sterile modern (or fancy) hotels. Ventura was super clean, accessible and classic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ralph

Disliked: Amenities
Kind of basic and inexpensive
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Max

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was dirty, surface cleaned only. Dirty registers, floor corners, walls. There was NO coffee and breakast at 7a as advertised. The office was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gail

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whatever you are going to pay for this room is not a deal. Neighbors, whom I believe live there, were noisy late into the night outside our door. Janky parking. Room smelled horrible. Cobwebs, dead bugs on the walls, mystery stains...... Just gross. I would not have stayed if my husband hadn't been with me, felt unsafe. I took photos of the bugs and stains and cobwebs, but the app won't let me post them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Very unfriendly welcome upon arrival. Desk clerk heavily emphasized the consequences of damage to the room, as if he were expecting we had destructive plans, and was very annoyed when asked for details about turning in the key Room was clean, functional. and quiet. Advertised breakfast was a complete failure Just four bagels, two yogurts, and orange juice were available when we were the first ones in for breakfast in the morning. Upon inspection all the bagels were moldy. When a new package of five bagels were brought out, these were all moldy, too, and that was all they had, so no breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Charles

Disliked: Amenities
Lake Michigan
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful city that we would like to return to next year. The Badger Car Ferry was the reason we stayed at Ventura.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect get a way. Close to beach. Close to restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was for one nights stay and that’s all we could take. The room is depressing to be in. One of those small darker looking rooms that was old and didn’t look clean. The woman that checked us in was about as personable as a brick in the face. We would not ever stay here again. That’s all I can say.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024