Historic Hotel Nichols occupies a historic building in downtown South Haven, Michigan, steps from the harbor. This boutique hotel offers a blend of historic elegance and style. It's a central location for exploring the area's events and attractions. Travelers seeking a charming stay with convenient access to the beach, shops, and village will find it here.
Should you book Historic Hotel Nichols?
A stay in a historic building with a central location and helpful staff.
Best for
- Downtown South Haven access
- Historic charm
- Pet-friendly stays
- Proximity to events
Maybe not ideal for
- Parking information not specified
Historic architecture
This hotel resides within a historic building, offering architectural elegance and style. Its design evokes a sense of the past within the heart of downtown South Haven.
Steps from the harbor
Located just steps from the harbor, the hotel provides easy access to the water, marinas, and the surrounding village atmosphere. North Beach is a 14-minute walk away.
Terrace and breakfast
Enjoy the hotel's terrace, a pleasant outdoor space. A breakfast buffet is available, described as made fresh and excellent when served seasonally.
Rooms & rates
Queen Room
1 queen bed
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
King Room
16.0 m² · 1 king bed
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Deluxe King Room
19.0 m² · 1 king bed
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Triple Room
21.0 m² · 1 twin bed and 1 king bed
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
22.0 m² · 2 queen beds
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
Suite with Balcony
37.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Living room: 2 sofa beds
Private suite · Private kitchen · Attached bathroom · Balcony · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV
Three-Bedroom Suite
74.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed Bedroom 2: 1 king bed and 1 queen bed Bedroom 3: 1 king bed
Private suite · Private kitchen · Attached bathroom · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Wonderful Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Toilet
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Location
201 Center Street, South Haven, MI 49090, United States, South Haven, Michigan
Historic Hotel Nichols is located in South Haven, Michigan.
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Woodman Beach, is 0.4 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Dyckman Parkpark0.1 mi
- Michigan Maritime Museummuseum0.1 mi
- Stanley Johnson Parkpark0.2 mi
- North Beachbeach0.5 mi
- South Beachbeach0.7 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9.3 / 10 · Wonderful on Booking.com, from 371 guest reviews
Historic Hotel Nichols earns near-universal enthusiasm across these reviews, with its prime South Haven location, included homemade breakfast, and warm, attentive staff standing out as consistent highlights. Complaints are virtually absent — the only minor gripe was a single disappointing omelette — making this one of the most uniformly positive sets of guest feedback possible. The hotel's historic charm, cleanliness, and thoughtful extras like complimentary bikes round out an experience that repeatedly draws guests back.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 25 · average 9.7
They wrote about: location, breakfast, staff
Reviews scoring 7–9: 5 · average 8
They wrote about: location, breakfast, staff
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Frequently asked questions
What are the room amenities?
Rooms include air conditioning, attached bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi. Some rooms feature parquet floors, balconies, and private kitchens.
Does the hotel have breakfast?
Yes, a breakfast buffet is available seasonally from Memorial Day through Labor Day. It is described as made fresh and excellent.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, the hotel has pet-friendly rooms available for guests traveling with their animals.
Is there free WiFi?
Yes, free WiFi is provided throughout the hotel for guest use.
Are there family rooms?
Yes, family rooms are available at the hotel.
What is nearby?
The hotel is steps from the harbor, marinas, shops, and restaurants. North Beach is a 14-minute walk away.
What is the closest airport?
South Bend Regional Airport is located 53 miles from the property.
Does the hotel have a terrace?
Yes, the hotel features a terrace, providing an outdoor space for guests.