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Where to stay near Charles Mears State Park?

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night near Charles Mears State Park on Hotels.com. These hotels close to Charles Mears State Park consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 2, 2026.

A sandy beach with a small patch of grass and a tree, leading to a body of water.

A sign for Dunes Waterfront Resort with a rustic wooden design, surrounded by large rocks and landscaped greenery.

A hotel room with a bathroom, a desk, a bed, and a window with curtains.

A hotel with a parking lot, a covered entrance, and a view of a large body of water.

1. Dunes Waterfront Resort

13.7 km from Charles Mears State Park

Janice

CNY748

CNY847 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A room with mounted animal heads on the wall, a television, and windows with dark curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the walls.

A kitchen with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a poster of Lake Michigan.

2. American Host Inn

11.6 km from Charles Mears State Park

Herbert

CNY731

CNY811 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A multi-level atrium with a central water feature, surrounded by potted plants and a stone pathway.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white chairs and tables, and large windows allowing natural light.

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a mirror wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, a lamp, and a bathtub.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Pentwater

5 km from Charles Mears State Park

Daniel

CNY630

CNY700 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, a round wooden table with chairs, and a view of a blue building through the door.

A sandy beach with a wooden fence and benches, a clear blue sky, and trees in the background.

A two-story building with a balcony, a "No Parking Zone" sign, and a neon sign reading "Silver Sands".

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a mirror.

4. Silver Sands Hotel & Resort

13.6 km from Charles Mears State Park

Jeffery

CNY566

CNY651 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A large, two-story house with a distinctive turret and a chimney, surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and flowering trees.

A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a fireplace, and a view into another room.

A backyard with a wooden deck, outdoor furniture, and a house in the background.

A cozy loft-style living space with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with stools, and a kitchen area.

5. The Fresh Coast Inn at Ludington

19 km from Charles Mears State Park

Dick

CNY490

CNY662 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls and large windows.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining section.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a door.

A hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and multiple windows.

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Ludington near US-10

19.2 km from Charles Mears State Park

Debra

CNY724

CNY804 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and two lamps.

A Best Western hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a bright yellow wall.

7. Best Western Lakewinds

19.2 km from Charles Mears State Park

Paul

CNY748

CNY831 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hot tub with a tiled edge and a metal ladder.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, and a round coffee table with a plant. There is a flat-screen TV on the wall and a window with a curtain.

A spacious interior with a central open area, a staircase with wooden balusters, and a high ceiling.

A staircase with a white railing leading to a balcony with outdoor seating.

8. Dunes Express Inn & Suites

11.7 km from Charles Mears State Park

Chad

CNY586

CNY651 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A gazebo with a wooden structure, steps, and potted plants.

A motel with a large tree in front, a covered outdoor seating area with white Adirondack chairs, and a parked car.

A swimming pool with a stone edge, lounge chairs, and a small building with a sign.

9. Viking Arms Inn

19.1 km from Charles Mears State Park

Alfred

CNY513

CNY569 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ludington by IHG

19.6 km from Charles Mears State Park

Alice

CNY798

CNY886 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a mirror.

A sign for Vista Villa Motel with a digital display showing room rates.

A motel with a row of rooms, each with a red door and a small window. There is a parking lot in front of the building.

A bathroom with a granite sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a trash bin.

11. Vista Villa INN

19 km from Charles Mears State Park

Patty

CNY459

CNY509 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a desk with a chair.

A playground with swings, a climbing structure, and a building in the background.

A compact bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a mirror.

An aerial view of a vineyard with rows of grapevines, a small building, and a road.

12. The Last Resort

10.1 km from Charles Mears State Park

Brigitte

CNY467

CNY519 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An elegantly decorated room with a chandelier, draped fabric, and floral arrangements.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, leather seating, a chandelier, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a telephone, and a small wooden bench.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring floral centerpieces and candlelight.

13. Stearns Hotel

19 km from Charles Mears State Park

Hollie

CNY797

CNY884 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, white walls, and small windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television mounted on the wall, a window with a view of the outdoors, and a balcony.

A wooden building with a blue door, large windows, and picnic tables on a wooden deck.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a marina, residential areas, and a large building complex with parking.

14. Ludington Pier House

19 km from Charles Mears State Park

James

CNY555

CNY628 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

15. Nader's Motel & Suites

20 km from Charles Mears State Park

Susan A.

CNY764

CNY870 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a large mirror, and a glass door leading to a balcony with a chair.

A modern interior with a dining area, seating, and a view through a window.

A wooden deck with a rocking chair and a table, overlooking a beach.

A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a large mirror, a bathtub, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

16. Snyder's Shoreline Inn

19.1 km from Charles Mears State Park

JEFFREY

CNY724

CNY803 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bathroom with a heart-shaped red bathtub, a wooden vanity, and a mirror.

A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a television, a small refrigerator, and two pink armchairs around a blue table.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a television, a microwave, a refrigerator, a lamp, and a cabinet.

17. Ventura Motel

19.1 km from Charles Mears State Park

Carolyn

CNY374

CNY415 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a vase with flowers, and a sign indicating it's a Hilton hotel.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Ludington, Mi

19.7 km from Charles Mears State Park

Mario

CNY819

CNY910 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a nightstand, and a bathtub.

A reception area with a clock, a plant, and a blue mat.

A two-story hotel with a covered parking area and a large evergreen tree in front.

A spacious living area with a ceiling fan, a dark-colored sofa, a small table, and a laptop on a wooden table.

19. Rodeway Inn Ludington

19 km from Charles Mears State Park

Renee

CNY507

CNY563 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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Compare popular hotels close to Charles Mears State Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Dunes Waterfront Resort	8.6 Excellent 392 reviews	View
American Host Inn	9.2 Wonderful 130 reviews	View
Days Inn by Wyndham Pentwater	8.6 Excellent 709 reviews	View
Silver Sands Hotel & Resort	8.6 Excellent 68 reviews	View
The Fresh Coast Inn at Ludington	9.4 Exceptional 788 reviews	View

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Other landmarks near Charles Mears State Park

beach near Channel Lane Park

If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to beach near Channel Lane Park located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Pentwater. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Silver Lake State Park.

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Channel Lane Park

Channel Lane Park is worth a visit, located 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from central Pentwater.

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Pentwater Sporting Park

Pentwater Sporting Park is worth a visit, located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Pentwater.

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Village Green and Gazebo

Village Green and Gazebo is worth a visit when in central Pentwater.

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Downtown Pentwater

If you like shopping, take time out to go to Downtown Pentwater when in Pentwater.

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Park Street Rush Street Park

Park Street Rush Street Park is worth a visit when in central Pentwater.

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Pentwater Public Library

Pentwater Public Library is worth a visit when in central Pentwater.

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Lake Pentwater Jr.

Lake Pentwater Jr. is 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Pentwater, why not stop by during your stay. Pentwater has other popular natural features you might want to visit such as Lake Michigan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hotels near Charles Mears State Park?

Guests love staying at The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast of Ludington, which is a bed & breakfast near Charles Mears State Park.
Also highly rated is The Fresh Coast Inn at Ludington, which is a short drive away.
You'll find 981 hotels, vacation rentals, and more to choose from within the area.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Charles Mears State Park?

You can find the best price for your travel budget on Hotels.com by adding your search criteria and sorting by price. Prices vary based on when and where you plan to go.

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Can I find hotels close to Charles Mears State Park that are fully refundable?

Yes, you'll find hotels with refundable room rates, but be sure to check the cancellation deadline before you book. To find refundable rates, use the "Fully refundable" filter when you search for hotels.

Both The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast of Ludington and Manistee National Golf and Resort are highly rated hotels close to Charles Mears State Park that offer these rates.

What are the best romantic hotels near Charles Mears State Park?

If you are looking for a romantic stay, you and your special someone will enjoy The Fresh Coast Inn at Ludington, which is a short 17-minute drive from Charles Mears State Park.
Manistee National Golf and Resort is another great choice, and it's 37 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels close to Charles Mears State Park with free breakfast?

Begin your day with a free full breakfast at The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast of Ludington, which is a short 17-minute drive from Charles Mears State Park.
Manistee National Golf and Resort is also a recommended place to stay with a free continental breakfast, and it's located 37 minutes away by car.

Which hotels near Charles Mears State Park have rooms with great views?

Travelers can enjoy rooms with city views at The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast of Ludington, which is a short 17-minute drive from Charles Mears State Park.
Another great choice nearby is The Fresh Coast Inn at Ludington, which has rooms with garden or city views.

What are the best family hotels close to Charles Mears State Park?

Keep the family happy with a stay at Michillinda Lodge which offers a playground, a seasonal outdoor pool, and free parking. Charles Mears State Park is 40 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near Charles Mears State Park with free parking?

Travelers looking to drive and park with ease should consider a stay at The Lamplighter Bed & Breakfast of Ludington, which offers free parking. You'll be a short 17-minute drive from Charles Mears State Park.
Another property that offers free parking is Manistee National Golf and Resort, which is 37 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near Charles Mears State Park with a pool?

If swimming is at the top of your list, Manistee National Golf and Resort has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Charles Mears State Park is a 37-minute drive from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Michillinda Lodge.

What cheap motels can I book close to Charles Mears State Park?

To save on your stay near Charles Mears State Park, take a look at The Last Resort, which offers parking and in-room smart TVs.
American Host Inn is another affordable motel to consider in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Charles Mears State Park?

After enjoying the outdoors at Charles Mears State Park, you can see the local attractions such as Silver Lake State Park and Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce.

What are the best lodges close to Charles Mears State Park?

Experience nature when you stay at Beautiful Lodge-sleeps 16-wrap around porch-Lake Michigan, Pentwater, Ludington, which is a short 9-minute drive from Charles Mears State Park. The lodge offers a playground.
Eagles Wings Lodge, Sleeps 12 with large deck, new Hot tub is another lodge located a short drive away.

What are the best cabins close to Charles Mears State Park?

Acorn Hill Cabin with Pentwater Lake Access: Enjoy peace and quiet and a kayak when you stay at this cabin, which is a 16-minute walk from Charles Mears State Park.
Cozy "Beach" Cabin in the woods with Pentwater Lake frontage and access: This is another cabin retreat to consider, which is 19 minutes away on foot.

What are the best campsites near Charles Mears State Park?

Charming 2-bedroom cabin at Sun Retreats Silver Lake campground.: Experience the quiet of a rural setting when you stay a short 19-minute drive from Charles Mears State Park. This campsite offers guests pickleball and a gym.
Relaxing 1Bed/1Bath + Loft For Extra Sleeping & Porch – Sun Retreats Campground: This is another option a short drive away where you can enjoy nature.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Charles Mears State Park?

Bring your furry friend to Dunes Express Inn & Suites, which is a short 12-minute drive from Charles Mears State Park.
Another pet-friendly spot is Cartier Mansion B&B. The bed & breakfast offers food and water bowls.

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