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Independence Stay

Property class: 2.5
Houghton guestrooms with kitchenettes

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A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and multiple windows.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting of a bridge on the wall.
A reception area with a curved counter, a television mounted on the wall, and a cart.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a black refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.
A gym with treadmills, a bench, and a wall mural of a bridge.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a painting of a bridge.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(170 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting of a bridge on the wall.

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and two wall-mounted paintings.

Standard Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Houghton

In Houghton .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Mine Shaft and 2 miles (3 km) of Houghton–Hancock Bridge with a stay here. A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum and Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Mine Shaft - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Ojibwa Casino Baraga - 34 min drive - 57.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Cantina Mexican Restaurant of Hancock - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Independence Stay

Houghton guestrooms with kitchenettes
Independence Stay offers its guests a fitness center 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 irons/ironing boards. Smart televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Houghton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Gym

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

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 available

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.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

How close is Independence Stay to the airport?

Independence Stay is 8.4 mi (15-min drive) away from the Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Independence Stay?

As of Nov 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Independence Stay on Nov 22, 2026 start from CA $162, 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 Independence Stay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Independence Stay.

How close is Independence Stay to the beach?

This hotel is 10.6 mi (21-min drive) from Breakers Beach and 17 mi (27-min drive) from Calumet Waterworks Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Independence Stay offer free breakfast?

Independence Stay does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Independence Stay?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Independence Stay?

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

Is there free parking at Independence Stay?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Independence Stay have a pool?

Independence Stay does not have a pool.

Does Independence Stay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Independence Stay to downtown Houghton?

Independence Stay is 1.2 mi away from Houghton.

Independence Stay Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 698 out of 892 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 892 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 892 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 892 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 892 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, helpful staff, and loved having a kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice beds and very clean property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The place was very clean and well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Upon checking in staff was very helpful and looked up information for us. The room was very clean and fresh looking. We would highly recommend this place. If we are in the area again we would definitely book a room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very clean and spacious. Loved the little kitchen area in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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very spacious clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room, spacious. Friendly staff. Went out of their way to recommend dinner options for us. Overall would recommend this place for your stay in Houghton. Well stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Independence Hotel was fantastic! Super clean, roomy, welcome gift bag, kitchen, comfy bed, great bathroom!! Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything we needed was provided. Good clean room and the kitchenette was a nice bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Seems newly remodeled
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stopped here after camping at Isle Royale. The hotel staff were friendly. The room was clean. The beds were comfy. The kitchen was really helpful. They had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room with lots of space
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice clean room with lots of space
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were so big and meticulously arranged
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Easy access to downtown by car. Having a kitchenette was useful for simple meals. The room was well maintained, clean and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a wonderful safe and peaceful stay here. Excellent staff. Perfect size.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026