Travelers find peaceful surroundings near Four Winds Casino South Bend, with convenient university access and a streamlined check-in process that saves time.
The Avanti Houses sits near the energetic University of Notre Dame campus, offering a welcoming retreat with in-room WiFi. Guests appreciate the time-saving express check-out option and can gather around the barbecue grills on the smoke-free grounds.
West Washington, a neighborhood in South Bend, is home to The Avanti Houses. Morris Performing Arts Center and Kennedy Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit University Park Mall and Heritage Square Shopping. South Bend Chocolate Factory and Potawatomi Zoo are also worth visiting. Visit our South Bend travel guide
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
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Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Property 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; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Property is also known as
The Avanti Houses Guesthouse
The Avanti Houses South Bend
The Avanti Houses Guesthouse South Bend
Frequently asked questions
Is The Avanti Houses pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Avanti Houses?
As of Mar 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Avanti Houses on Mar 16, 2026 start from ₩97,764, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Avanti Houses?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Avanti Houses?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is The Avanti Houses located?
Located in West Washington, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of The History Museum and City Cemetery. Four Winds Field and St. Joseph County Courthouse are also within 15 minutes. South Bend Station is 29 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Avanti Houses Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 86 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 86 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 86 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 86 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Daniel
Nov 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Owner Don was very helpful and friendly. A bit of clutter, but great value
Clean and Comfortable Accomodation, unique decor with an easy and flexible check-in and check-out process and free on-site parking. A great value option for those staying in Southbend
This is a great place to stay in South Bend if you’re on a budget but want something comfortable and homey. The rooms are nice and the historic aspect of the house is great. It is also nice to have a kitchen to use, plus mini fridges in the room.
We highly recommend the Avanti for your next stay. It is quiet and very relaxing. The Avanti offers all the amenities necessary to be comfortable while providing a lot of history in every room. We could not have had a better stay! Thank you so much.
I love old houses and the room was very cozy, clean, and homey. Check in/out couldn't have been easier. I wish we had more time to check out South Bend!
I liked the house, very clean, safe, interesting and comfortable. The check in instructions were written for someone who was familiar with the house and rooms. The very nice guest in room #7 helped a lot. Cassandra was very good, and nice.
I can't say enough nice things about our stay in room #7 at the Avanti House. This is an old house, and with that comes both the charm and quirks of an older home.
The couple who manage it do an amazing job keeping it up, and everything from the architectural details to the tributes to a classic car legacy make this such a charming place to stay.
The location was an easy walk to so many wonderful restaurants and landmarks around South Bend, and getting to Notre Dame was a breeze. I know where I'll be staying when I come to visit my baby for her freshman year next fall!
Stayed in The Loft at 131 Chapin. Code access worked perfectly. Extremely clean. We were happy to have a decent sized refrigerator to keep tailgate food cold. Loved having a Keurig in the room and microwave. We had everything we needed in this spacious and charming loft. Loved it.
If you are looking for a nice place to sleep, this is the place for you. They have a kitchen and a bathroom that are quite small but do their job. It’s clearly an older house, but is really well maintained. Everything was clearly labeled and it’s easy to find your room. Only thing is you have to deal with other people, so if you are expecting a house to yourself you would be wrong.
Interesting place. Kind of funky and eclectic. I felt like I was staying at my grandmother's house. The floors were creaky and I had a half bath off of my room with a shared full bath. I wasn't crazy about the shared full bath option, my room was kind of interesting and had lots of posters of the Studebaker sky hawk. I was pretty comfortable, but did not have a TV in my room which I kind of missed. Glad I only had one night there.
Deborah
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Carolyn
Aug 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was as described. It had a lot of memorabilia related to the Avanti. There were simple selections for a self serve breakfast and snacks. There was a medium size fridge in our room.
The queen bed was very saggy in the center. My husband slept there. I slept in the twin bed which was better, but I had air blowing on my face everytime the ac kicked on with no way to adjust the vent. There was a nice sitting room available.
Our room was a bit run down with paper peeling off the walls. At first glance the inside looked very nice with old furnishings but it was not quite what we were expecting. Guess the description guesthouse should have clued us in. We never did find the shower. No TV in the room. Wifi fine. Bed was comfortable. The AC did not cool our room down very well.
It's a little "old-fashioned boarding house" mixed with AirBnB, but it really is worth a stay in this historic house, turned hotel.
It's not a traditional hotel, with a check-in desk and staff in-house, and it's an old house with smallish bedrooms, shared bathroom facilities, and creaky wooden floors and stairs. I thought it was charming enough to make up for it.
The house is chocked-full of memorbilia for the Studebaker Avanti automobile - advertisements, new articles, art, models, photographs. An irreplaceable collection.
Located across the street from the Studebaker museum and within walking distance of the South Bend Cubs baseball field and some restaurants and breweries.
The house was quite large and easy to maneuver. No stove but there is a hot plate, microwave, and toaster oven in the kitchen. Not a lot of cookware, bowls, etc. but enough to make due. I like to cook so that was a little disappointing but like I said, it was sufficient to make due. It would be nice if there were a recliner and couch in the living room area to make it more comfy. There is a small love seat and chair. Not a place to sit back and watch tv. My room was lovely. Nice comfy bed and a desk for working at. The full bath was adequate. Really cool stuff around the house if you like the Avanti history. Very clean and owner was very responsive to any requests made. I would definitely plan to stay again. I felt safe during my stay as a single lady.
The theme of the house was very neat with the old car collectibles. Very easy to enter & leave, not too far from downtown. Good for visiting South Bend, I would definitely book again.