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9.4/10Excellent884 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/10 9.8
Service9.6/10 9.6
Comfort9.4/10 9.4
Condition9.8/10 9.8
Amenities9.0/10 9.0
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About Independence Stay
With a stay at Independence Stay in Houghton, you'll be steps from Mine Shaft and a 4-minute drive from Houghton–Hancock Bridge. This hotel is 11. 5 mi (18. 6 km) from Lake Superior and 1. 7 mi (2. 8 km) from Michigan Technological University.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 29 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.
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With a stay at Independence Stay in Houghton, you'll be steps from Mine Shaft and a 4-minute drive from Houghton–Hancock Bridge. This hotel is 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Lake Superior and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Michigan Technological University.
Make yourself at home in one of the 29 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops. Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
3:00 PM
Check-in until
midnight
Check-out until
11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
21
Hotel policies
No elevators
Private host property
Pets not allowed
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You need to know
- Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
- Contactless check-out is available.
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Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
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Instructions
- 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
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Minimal age
21
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Spoken Language
English
Nearby attractions
Mine Shaft
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Houghton–Hancock Bridge
2.8 km / 1.7 mi
A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum
3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center
3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Isle Royale Loop
3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Michigan Technological University
3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Connector
3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Superior Loop
3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Oak Loop
3.6 km / 2.3 mi
Finlandia University
3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Isle Royale Loop / Time Trial
4 km / 2.5 mi
Husky Chair Lift
4 km / 2.5 mi
Birch Loop
4 km / 2.5 mi
Test Hill Bypass
4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Copper Hoist Chair Lift
4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Hotel facilities & services
Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.
- Total number of rooms: 29
- hotel
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Car park
- Wi-fi
- Laundry service
- Fitness
Upon availability
Room types
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DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- TWO QUEEN BEDS
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
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DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- TWO QUEEN BEDS
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBL.2Q
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DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- KING SIZE BED
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DOUBLE KING SIZE BED
Room photos
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- DOUBLE
- View / characteristic
- KING SIZE BED
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: DBL.KG
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STUDIO DELUXE KING BEDSTUDIO • DELUXE KING BEDSTU.DX-KG
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Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE KING BED
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STUDIO DELUXE KING BED
Room photos
Photos are not available for this room type.
Room overview
- Occupancy
- Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
- Room type
- STUDIO
- View / characteristic
- DELUXE KING BED
Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.
Room code: STU.DX-KG
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Independence Stay
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Steve
Water underneath the air conditioner. Not much effort to remediate the problem.
Karen
Clean rooms, helpful staff, and loved having a kitchen.
Joan
Very nice beds and very clean property.
Nyssa
The room was very clean and spacious. Loved the little kitchen area in the room.
Carol
Checked me in under the wrong name, room was not what I had reserved, and when I questioned it, said that was all that’s was available. Took Over half hour with me standing over her - for the receptionist to figure out she gave me the wrong persons room. The only similarity was our last names started with the same two (2!) letters!!
Karen
Staff had recommendations of their favorite places listed right on the welcome desk. When asked they were willing to give feedback and the rooms were really nice and quiet. It was a really cozy and great stay!
Michael
Shower was clean but no soap and no place to hold the soap. Breakfast options were just ok.
Elizabeth
Very clean very well maintained property. Friendly staff, conscientious. Only 2 floors. Highly recommend..keep in mind no elevator, We stayed on 2nd floor with no issues to carry luggage. Would stay here again...
STEVEN
Staff was very helpful
Derik
Everything we needed was provided. Good clean room and the kitchenette was a nice bonus.
Tony
Surprised to find this hotel has no elevator. Luckily there was still one last room to be had on the first floor. If there wasn’t this stay could have been a disaster, due to my disability. Property was very well taken care of and staff was very helpful whenever needed.
Cinthia
This property was very clean, our room was spotless. The room was large and very comfortable, it included a nice size kitchen, large living room and bedroom plus a good size bath.
Wendy
We enjoyed our stay at Independence Stay Hotel in Houghton. The hotel was new, clean, updated, and very comfortable. We especially appreciated having a full kitchen along with the other amenities, which made our stay even more convenient. The breakfast offerings were modest, but it was a nice little something to get you started for the day. Overall, we had a very pleasant stay and would gladly stay here again.
Ee Wah
Easy access to downtown by car. Having a kitchenette was useful for simple meals. The room was well maintained, clean and spacious.
Colin
This little hotel is a gem! The location is nothing special but the room was delightful! Just what we needed after a week in the woods! It was like a new high end 1 bedroom apartment. It had everything g we needed! Great bathroom with a soaker tub! Bed was comfy! Quiet!
Renee
The hotel and property were very clean. Parking was convenient. The hotel was quiet at night. Great location. Laundry service on site. Always a pleasant experience staying at Independence Stay.
Michael
The staff was helpful and friendly. Our room was spacious and very nicely decorated. The location was great close to retail and restaurants. All in all it was a nice stay.
Amy
We traveled from Florida to Michigan and this was the BEST hotel we stayed at. The king size room has a full kitchen and the room and staff were excellent! The young fella at the lobby was super helpful and got us a room on the first floor as they have no elevator and this girl has luggage!
Hotel was super clean and everything was awesome. Only wish was full breakfast....
If we ever come back to this area, no doubt we will stay there again!
Hotel was super clean and everything was awesome. Only wish was full breakfast....
If we ever come back to this area, no doubt we will stay there again!
Wendy
Great night for just a one night. It was so big and so many amenities were there. It would be a great place for extended stays which is what it was for. I just needed it for one night. I would totally stay there again!
Bright
The rooms were so big and meticulously arranged
Roy
This is a small hotel that is in excellent condition. The rooms are large and very clean. The staff are very friendly and professional. Highly recommended!!
Ashley
Our room was spacious and clean. No welcome bag for us (as other reviews have mentioned) but there were some yogurt & granola bars available at the front desk. Staff were friendly. Overall, would recommend.
Kristina
Newly renovated. Nice place. Very clean. Nice stay.
Marge
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Great place to stay in Houghton. Spacious and clean rooms with a comfortable bed...what more could a guest ask for!
Great place to stay in Houghton. Spacious and clean rooms with a comfortable bed...what more could a guest ask for!
Gerald
Very nice stay! Staff very friendly, room very clean and maintained, yogurt/juice/bkft sandwich/powdered donuts were perfect for what we needed for bkft. My only concern was the more slippery shower tub for “older” people 😅. The bathroom and shower/tub was well done otherwise!
Jessica
All of the staff was very friendly.
Patty
Very clean, spacious with kitchen & desk. Great if you’re staying for a few days, esp for work.
Christina
Room was clean and spacious. Kitchen was well equipped. Conveniently located close to everything.
Stephanie
The rooms were really nice! The breakfast was small, but had your basic options.
Amy
Check in was a breeze and the room was very clean. Staff is very friendly. I would stay again!!
Scott
For an inexpensive stay this place provides value, is super clean, and is nicely located by walkable food options. Gym was nice bonus.
Carol
The place is immaculate! Felt like we were at a higher end establishment, with super comfortable beds and a full service kitchen in the room. Cozy, convenient, comfortable- everything you could want. If you choose this hotel, you won't regret it and instead you'll simply save a little cash than if you went with a more recognizable chain.
Jonathan
Room was spacious. A bit disappointing that there was no elevator.
Tyler
Great all around
Denny
This hotel may not have a pool or hot tub but this is a hotel that is spacious and would be ideal for extended stay with a basic kitchenette, even a 2 burner cooktop. No oven but everything provided for extended stays. Spacious room, and bath, it feels like an mini apartment.
The bed was wonderful, and in short....I would return in a heartbeat. Very reasonably priced for the accommadations!
The bed was wonderful, and in short....I would return in a heartbeat. Very reasonably priced for the accommadations!
Holly
The Independence Hotel was fantastic! Super clean, roomy, welcome gift bag, kitchen, comfy bed, great bathroom!! Would stay again!
Karen
The room was very clean, the staff was very helpful and kind.
Note this is an extended stay leaning property so breakfast is a microwave breakfast sandwich in the lobby. Rooms have stove top, large refrigerator and microwave plus all the dishes and pans you would need to make food in your room. Walmart is at the end of the street if you need groceries. It is also located right beside a great restaurant (the Mine Shaft) and fast food (Taco Bell, Burger King, Dairy Queen and Chinese food) just down the street. Also, Culver’s and McDonalds in a short drive. Plus many mom and pop restaurants in Houghton.
Note this is an extended stay leaning property so breakfast is a microwave breakfast sandwich in the lobby. Rooms have stove top, large refrigerator and microwave plus all the dishes and pans you would need to make food in your room. Walmart is at the end of the street if you need groceries. It is also located right beside a great restaurant (the Mine Shaft) and fast food (Taco Bell, Burger King, Dairy Queen and Chinese food) just down the street. Also, Culver’s and McDonalds in a short drive. Plus many mom and pop restaurants in Houghton.
Bradley
Nice place. Clean. Nice location
Sam
Always a wonderful safe and peaceful stay here. Excellent staff. Perfect size.
Lisa
They were very accommodating for my late arrival. The room was very clean and had everything we needed! We have stayed there several times during my son's attendance at Tech.
Keith
Yes everything was clean comfortable and safe
James
Clean and large room. We would book again.
Veronica
Great Place! Felt like home!
Margaret
Very nice room. It was great having a kitchen.
Eugen
Very impressed with the entire property. It was just what we needed for the night. A very clean and spacious room. While it may lack an entire lobby for meeting, breakfast etc...it makes up for it in value and service. Front desk gal was very nice and effecient.
Jill
Room was fine. Staff was good
James
yes
Lindsay
Clean, spacious room, friendly staff
Jami
Great value, clean friendly staff. Thank You for making our stay in Houghton enjoyable.
Rodrick
It was easy
Anne
Room was spacious and recently updated.
Karyn
I almost hesitate to give this a five-star review, because I don’t want the secret to get out – this is the best place to stay in Houghton! Our son is a student at MTU, so we are in the area numerous times a year. We have stayed at various other properties (both Airbnb’s and other hotels), but Independence Stay has become our go-to spot. The property is always immaculately clean, modern, and well-maintained. The staff is friendly. The rooms are comfortable, with just enough kitchen supplies to prepare simple meals.
One thing to note ahead of time is that there is no elevator, so if you are on the second floor, you will need to take the stairs. Obviously not a deal-breaker for us, so we’ll be back the next time we’re in Houghton.
One thing to note ahead of time is that there is no elevator, so if you are on the second floor, you will need to take the stairs. Obviously not a deal-breaker for us, so we’ll be back the next time we’re in Houghton.
Ben
We have stayed here numerous times. It is pet friendly, which is nice when we bring our furry friend. Being pet friendly and seeing other dogs at the hotel, it is still a quiet hotel. I never heard another dog. The rooms were clean and modern, the staff, friendly and helpful, and the price is right. We will be back again.
Martha
Booked 2 nights through Expedia. Independence Stay kicked us out after the first night. They said they didn't get Expedia's reservation and they were already booked. Will never stay there again.
Emily
Everything has been wonderful
Rachael
From the moment you walk into the hotel, you're greeted with the fresh scent of a new, clean building. The lobby offers complimentary snacks and drinks, which was a nice touch. Front desk staff were friendly and helpful any time we needed assistance.
Our room was clean, well-equipped, and spacious. The bed was a bit firm for my personal preference, but still comfortable overall. One downside: the bright exterior parking lot lights shine into the rooms quite a bit, and the blackout curtains don't block out much light. If you're sensitive to light while sleeping, consider requesting a room on the opposite side of the building.
A couple of things to note — there’s no toaster or pool on-site. However, restaurants and shopping are within easy walking distance, and many major attractions are either nearby or a short drive away. On-site parking is conveniently located near exterior entrances.
Our room was clean, well-equipped, and spacious. The bed was a bit firm for my personal preference, but still comfortable overall. One downside: the bright exterior parking lot lights shine into the rooms quite a bit, and the blackout curtains don't block out much light. If you're sensitive to light while sleeping, consider requesting a room on the opposite side of the building.
A couple of things to note — there’s no toaster or pool on-site. However, restaurants and shopping are within easy walking distance, and many major attractions are either nearby or a short drive away. On-site parking is conveniently located near exterior entrances.
Della
Wonderful hotel with friendly staff. Loved the room layout with small kitchen and comfortable king size bed. Quiet hotel for getting a good night’s sleep, but close to restaurants, gas, and convenience shopping. No continental breakfast, but lobby stays stocked with free coffee, apples, yogurt, and snacks. Great stay!
kailian
Everything was good until we received a call: first time I missed since I left hotel on the road driving, about a fe minutes later we received the second call. A lady rudely questioned us if we saw a sign to clean up the dishes after we use. I told her we cleaned every single item we used. The plates and bowls got all cleaned. There is no rack and no dishes washer so we washed all but did not put away to cabinet because they are wet. Besides clean all dishes, we make sure all surfaces including oven surfaces we cleaned before we left. It was a big shock for us to receive the call and a big shock to us to hear her tone of voices. We thought she might have missed up with different room number. Even so, calling the customer to accuse them not wasting dishes is strange at least.
Adam
Clean room, good service, friendly staff.
Janet
I one at the desk when I arrived. Wrang the bell and waited 5 minutes for someone to arrive. Room was spacious and clean and good location. Would stay here again.
Melissa
Omg..We can not wait to come back and stay here. The room was super clean and well stocked. Bed was a little springy for our liking and no breakfast sandwiches were stocked this morning but we did not mind as the staff and room itself exceeded our expectations..
TJ
New and very clean.
Eddie
Clean comfortable hotel and bed, restaurants nearby
Stacy
Family trip to visit our student at MTU. All was excellent for our needs. Very clean and safe.
Carol
This hotel was clean with nice staff. We stayed 2 nights- my only complaint was the delicious takeaway microwaveable breakfast sandwich was out of stock the second morning- not a big deal. Will stay there again.
John
Consistent good service.
I've stayed here before. I've always had good service and a clean room. This stay was no exception.
Susan
Repeat stay, short drive to campus and appreciate the space in the suite
Alan
Pet friendly. Very clean, looks brand new!
Julie
We’ve stayed at the Houghton Independence Stay many times and it is always an enjoyable experience.
Verified traveler
New Hotel very clean
Jeanine
Updated and clean rooms. Helpful staff.
Laudy
A fantastic stay! The hotel was spotless, cozy, and incredibly well-located—perfect for exploring the area. Highly recommend for anyone looking for comfort and convenience.
Mark
Great lication
Freshly remodeled with great amenities, great location
Melissa
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Dennis and Melinda
Hotel was modern, clean, comfortable, and the staff was friendly. Awesome stay!
Curtis
This property was really good. Clean, spacious, close to downtown Houghton. The only reasons it did not get five stars.
1. No breakfast. They provide pre-wrapped muffins and snack bars and juice bottles, and apples, but no place to eat and nothing fresh. We knew this going in, but it was still inconvenient.
2. The sofa sleeper mattress was the WORST. No support whatsoever. The king bed was very comfortable.
Overall a positive experience.
1. No breakfast. They provide pre-wrapped muffins and snack bars and juice bottles, and apples, but no place to eat and nothing fresh. We knew this going in, but it was still inconvenient.
2. The sofa sleeper mattress was the WORST. No support whatsoever. The king bed was very comfortable.
Overall a positive experience.
Denise
Really nice
Really nice, can prepare meals in room or just enjoy. Large amount of space, comfortable bed, clean and easy to relax
Rodney
It was everything we had hoped for.
Stephen
Well equipped and clean and comfortable
Tim
Nice hotel, but the bedding wasn’t comfortable, no blanket, sheets felt like paper. Disappointed…such a nice new facility.
Sally
We’ve stayed at this property before so I knew that we’d be getting a clean comfortable room. This hotel offers fully stocked kitchens which is a plus. The beds are comfortable and the hotel very quiet. The staff is very friendly.
Angela
Staff was very pleasant and accommodating. The rooms are very clean.
Jennifer
We had very clean, quiet rooms with plenty of parking. The hotel offers some fresh fruit, microwaveable breakfast sandwiches, and fresh fruit. Each room had a small kitchen sink, microwave, and fridge. There was even an option for onsite laundry. Location was conveniently located in town and near a Wal-Mart.
Susan
Thanks for another great stay
Steve
Repeat stay, and it was just as amazing as the first time.
Steve
Fantastic stay! I would stay here again and again. Comfortable beds, great kitchen area, super clean!
Wendy
Very nice, clean room. Appears to be a newer built hotel. There were not a lot of other visitors there so it was nice and quiet. Our king sized bed room had a whole small kitchen in it, with dining ware and all! (Which was great when my salad was delivered w/o a fork) I would stay again!
Michael
Great service. Clean room.
Emily
Comfortable, quiet, lots of food options in the area.
Jodi
Great place to stay very clean and convenient location.
Jill
Staff was very friendly. The rooms are spacious with lots of amenities. It is a newer building outside of the downtown area. It would be a great place to stay for a few days while visiting the area. Unfortunately, we were only there for 1 night.
Suzette
Great place
We will definitely stay here again, we really like this hotel! It’s very new and very clean
Gail
Plenty of accommodations in the area for shopping and dining. Rooms were clean and spacious.
James
Process and property met the information expectations
Justin
Short trip acceptable
Nice clean room. Would not recommend using pullout couch for sleeping, loud and uncomfortable (cheap). Stove top too small to cook but large fridge was nice.
Monte
Nice place, easy in and out, nice staff
Fred
Bed was uncomfortable. Front desk unavailable before 6am
Abigail
Everything was fantastic at this location. The staff were always kind and cheerful. They had recommendations for food or coffee when you asked and a sheet available at the desk too. There isn’t an elevator but the man at the desk helped me get a heavy item up to my room without my asking. It was all very clean and the kitchen supplies was well thought out. It even had a countertop with electric burners i didn’t expect. I definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a place to stay in Houghton.
Robert
Comfortable bed
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Independence Stay
913 Razorback Dr, Houghton, United States
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