Located in Downtown, a neighborhood in South Haven, Historic Hotel Nichols is in the entertainment district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Pilgrim Haven Natural Area, while Michigan Maritime Museum and Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum & Gardens are cultural highlights. South Haven Center for the Arts and The Fun Park are also worth visiting. Take time off to check out the winery tours and health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our South Haven travel guide
201 Center St, South Haven, MI, 49090
What's nearby
North Beach
11 min walk - 1.0 km
South Beach
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Warner Vineyards
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Southside Municipal Marina
3 min walk - 0.3 km
South Haven Center for the Arts
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Getting around
Bangor Station
14 min drive
Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
51 min drive
Restaurants
South Beach Cafe
11 min walk
Culver's
3 min drive
McDonald's
3 min drive
Burger King
16 min walk
Clementine's
3 min walk
About this property
Historic Hotel Nichols
Hotel near Lake Michigan
Historic Hotel Nichols provides a conference center and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
A water dispenser, luggage storage, and beach towels
Wedding services, a TV in the lobby, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
Heating and ceiling fans
Free toiletries and hair dryers
40-inch Smart TVs with Hulu, streaming services, and cable channels
Wardrobes/closets, cookware/dishes/utensils, and housekeeping
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Things to do
TV in common areas
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Water dispenser
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Proposal/romance packages
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
Conference center
Outdoors
Beach towels
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 step to reach entrance
Area rugs in room
Hardwood flooring in room
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessibility
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch smart TV with cable channels
Hulu
Streaming services
Food and drink
Champagne service
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Free bottled water
Restaurant dining guides
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Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Electrical adapters
Heating
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 23 to December 26:
Meeting facilities
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: USD 75 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic Hotel Nichols pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic Hotel Nichols?
As of Oct 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Hotel Nichols on Nov 5, 2026 start from ₩192,749, 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?
Historic Hotel Nichols doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Historic Hotel Nichols?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Historic Hotel Nichols?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Historic Hotel Nichols located?
Located in Downtown, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Warner Vineyards and Lake Michigan. Southside Municipal Marina and South Haven Center for the Arts are also within 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Historic Hotel Nichols Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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We had our mini honeymoon here are LOVED it!! Charming and well maintained building, cute courtyard, amazing breakfast (our favorite part), and included happy hour as well!! The staff was all very nice and accommodating, highly recommend!
The location was perfect! We were able to walk to town as well as the beach. They had new bikes we were able to use (complimentary). The bed was comfy and breakfast was great
Quaint historic hotel. Happy hour was a nice touch and lots fun where you can meet other guests. Breakfast was tasty with great biscuits and gravy option.
Hotel was super clean, bed comfy and had an awesome made to order breakfast. Hotel was in town, walking distance to everything. Would definitely stay there again.
Check was easy, the manager explained the Wi-Fi the password the TV after hours entry rules and we were able to put it in order for our breakfast early the next morning! This is the only hotel in downtown South Haven, so it was very convenient for walking to the pier and two restaurants and shops. I would highly recommend to anyone anticipating travel to that area in my parking is an issue you have to take advantage of one of the public lots in the vicinity, which ended up not being an issue for us.
This was a perfect location in the heart of South Haven – my husband and I enjoyed our one night here and oatmeal for breakfast. The (#10) room was cute and uncomfortable, although it is literally right behind the front desk, which feels odd. Sometimes the floorboards would squeak so it sounded like someone was coming in.
We loved this hotel! The breakfast was amazing. Having a night cap was so easy with the in lobby keg and wine made it super easy. Only complaint was no fan in the bathroom but would 10/10 stay here again!
This place is awesome. Todd working the front (and everywhere else) is one of the most "selfless" people I've ever seen. He is truly about everything to make your stay here a memorably experience.
"Owners Take Note" Todd needs to be remembered when raises or salary increases come around.
The crew working the morning breakfast like Cisco and the others are hands down the best in the business. "Owners take note here also".
I'd give this place a 10 out of 10. Great Location, Quiet, Clean, Nostalgic, Service, Friendly, and Great Coffee.
We had a great stay. Check in was easy and the staff were all very nice. Breakfast was also really great. The hotel is also centrally located, so it’s easy to get around. The only note on the location is that you’ve gotta compete for public parking. But we went on Memorial Day weekend and were pretty much fine in locating parking.
Would stay again!
Best stay in South Haven. Comfortable beds, cozy rooms, friendly staff, happy hour where you meet the fellow guests and a delicious breakfast. Todd is a property favorite. We look forward to our next stay at Hotel Nichols.
It was our first time in South Haven, and we couldn’t have felt more welcome here!
The staff was so friendly and helpful during check-in, and the complimentary breakfast didn’t hurt either!
The boutique-style rooms are cozy, with antique charm, making it feel more like you ’re staying at a relative’s than a corporate chain.
All-in-all, we had a lovely stay at Historic Hotel Nichols, and will most definitely be back!