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Independence Stay

2.5 star property
Hotel in Houghton with free parking

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Studio Suite | Private kitchen
Comfort Room | Private kitchen
Comfort Room | Private kitchen
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$316
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb

Explore the area

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913 Razorback Dr, Houghton, MI, 49931
  • Place, Mine Shaft
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(144 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

Houghton

At Independence Stay you'll be steps from Mine Shaft and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Houghton–Hancock Bridge. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Houghton hotel, you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center.

What's nearby

  • Mine Shaft - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters - 22 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Keweenaw Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Independence Stay

Hotel in Houghton with free parking
Independence Stay offers its guests a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Houghton hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2022
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Independence Stay offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Houghton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a weekly 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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2022
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

Independence Stay Hotel
Independence Stay Houghton
Independence Stay Hotel Houghton

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Independence Stay?

Yep, Independence Stay has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Independence Stay?

As of 5 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Independence Stay on 9 Feb 2026 start from AU$315.85, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Independence Stay?

The closest beach to Independence Stay is Breakers Beach (13.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Independence Stay?

No, Independence Stay does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Independence Stay?

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

Are pets allowed at Independence Stay?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Independence Stay Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 564 out of 723 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 723 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 723 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 723 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 723 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spacious and recently updated.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Martha

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything has been wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Della

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

kailian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Clean room, good service, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

TJ

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cecilia

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable hotel and bed, restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family trip to visit our student at MTU. All was excellent for our needs. Very clean and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Consistent good service.

I've stayed here before. I've always had good service and a clean room. This stay was no exception.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Vernon Hills

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Repeat stay, short drive to campus and appreciate the space in the suite
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly. Very clean, looks brand new!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Connor

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed at the Houghton Independence Stay many times and it is always an enjoyable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025