Ventura Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free breakfast, 9-minute walk to Lake Michigan

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Suite, 1 King Bed
TV
Suite, 1 King Bed
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room Single Use, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 21 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Ludington

At Ventura Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Lake Michigan and North Breakwater Light. Highlights at this motel include free breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. On-the-go breakfast is available for free. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Ludington motel include Stearns Park Beach and Ludington Waterfront Park.

What's nearby

  • Port of Ludington Maritime Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stearns Park Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pere Marquette River - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪House of Flavors - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ludington Bay Brewing Co. - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cluck Bucket - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pier To Pier Picnics - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Ventura Motel

Motel with free breakfast, 9-minute walk to Lake Michigan
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 a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

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  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Ventura Motel?

Ventura Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Ventura Motel?

Yep, Ventura Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ventura Motel?

Yep, Ventura Motel is a short 6-minute walk from Stearns Park Beach.

Does Ventura Motel serve breakfast?

Yep, free on-the-go brekkie is on offer at Ventura Motel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ventura Motel?

No, Ventura Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ventura Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ventura Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Ventura Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 636 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 636 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 636 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 636 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 636 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean - just a little dated for the price, but the location and parking were great. Staff was kind.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Staff & service

Price was good, but room was a challenge.

The location was great, the bed was clean and comfortable and we appreciated the fridge and microwave. However, the tub didn’t drain so we stood in calf-deep water while showering. The room was hot and we couldn't figure out how the heater worked. There was a coffee maker, but only enough regular coffee for one cup.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynn

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ventura Motel - yikes!

We were told on arrival that they had NOT been paid for the night even though I had the receipt in my hand. I had to contact hotels.com to correct the situation, but even then, they continued to claim they were not paid. We had to deal with the manager at least 3 times before the problem was resolved (we think - because we were never informed that it had been).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, and close to the beach and walk to restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very pleased with the room comify bed although a older motel everything was clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Micheal

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Pictures posted online of the property are not even close to what is available. We went to the office to notify our bathroom sink is clogged… response was no, i checked it last night, not addressed, still clogged when we left. Nothing like spitting toothpaste in the toilet. Only toiletries in the room was conditioner. Only coffee in the room was 1 decaf and plastic glasses. Enough said.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we had a home emergency and needed to get a room for the night when it was already late. Ventura had an affordable room ready to go. the motel is very much a classic old style motel. there aren't crazy amenities or anything like that but the room was quiet, comfortable and affordable. If you need a fancier place there are plenty of options but if you don't need a bunch of bells and whistles this was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good the the price and within walkng distance to shops and the beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Staff & service

Please update property

This hotel is not supposed to be five star, but it could use an update….for example, the stairs to the second floor, could use a fresh coat of paint, there was paint flacking and chipping off the steps….the fitted sheet doesn’t fit the mattress. Found a used can behind microwave….but, it was quite, which is important to me…the room was spacious in size.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikhitha

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

DREW

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

low-key, well-kept vintage, very convenient

Not much to breakfast, but super-convenient location. Property is a bit vintage, but very well-maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sherrie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Laurie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay somewhere ekse

The place is very old and needs so much attention. Liked staying at a low budget hotel with exorbitant prices. Hollow core door for outside door. Screen door had missing glass and torn screen. The owner would have blamed us for the screen door but I showed him picture we took upon arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jarob

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

Might be a little better then sleeping in the car

I really hate to leave a bad review but this place is a dump. The floors are dirty the bed sheets and comforter were dirty. I can almost guarantee non of the bedding was washed before we got there. Luckily we had some blankets with us so we were able to put them over the bed so we could at least sleep on it. Like my title says this motel might be a little better then staying in your car but not by much. I would advise to look somewhere else for a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kim

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is the grossest place I have ever stayed in. I have traveled into Third World countries and stayed in the jungle and not been as disappointed in my room. I will likely have to sleep in my car tonight. The worst thing is that this place stinks. Musty and some kind of other smell I’m not going to describe. The curtains are especially gross and they had a big office clip holding them shut. The bed is weird, creaky and uncomfortable. It’s a holiday weekend and almost everything else in the town is sold out and I have a ferry to catch early in the morning so I’m not going to switch now and stay somewhere expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brenda

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice owners
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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

One night stay

One night stay, we didn't need much. Breakfast is a bit of a let down, more like a lite snack.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ventura Motel was the perfect place for us to crash after working the Suds on the Shore beer festival! It was clean, comfy, and very walkable from the fest and to all the fun downtown stuff. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nothing special but safe, clean and inexpensive
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025