Historic Hotel Nichols

Hotels
9.2 (567 reviews)
201 Center Street , South Haven , US

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent downtown, walkable location
Friendly and accommodating staff
Delicious and convenient breakfast
Historic/charming hotel vibe
Complimentary drinks/happy hour
Bicycles available
Clean and comfortable rooms (many guests)
Cons:
Parking is limited or inconvenient
Small rooms, no elevator and limited storage/closet space
Thin walls and door light/noise in some rooms
Some guests found price a bit high
Occasional staffing presence/communication issues for breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
Multiple guests described rooms as clean and comfortable; breakfast/areas noted as well-kept.
Service
9.8
Staff repeatedly called wonderful, friendly, polite and accommodating; a small comment about limited staff presence one evening.
Location
10
Overwhelming praise for the downtown, walkable location close to shops, restaurants and the beach (frequently noted as the hotel's best feature).
Room Quality
8.2
Mixed feedback: some called rooms quaint and comfortable, while others noted very small rooms, thin walls, no elevator, no tubs and overly thick pillows or light from doors.
Amenities
9
Positive mentions for made-to-order breakfast, happy hour (wine/beer), complimentary drink on arrival and available bicycles; parking and closet/storage limitations noted.
Value for Money
8.2
Many felt the location and included breakfast/drinks justified the price, though a few guests found the price a bit high or noted parking inconveniences affecting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.5
Breakfast widely praised as delicious and convenient; complimentary wine/beer and happy hour appreciated, though one guest wished for more seating at breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.6
Overall very positive historic-charm experience with helpful staff and excellent location making guests' stays enjoyable, despite some room/parking drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-15 12:47

Property Description

Charming Historic Hotel Nichols in South Haven

Concierge Services and Wellness Center: Enjoy personalized service and relax at the spa.

Family-Friendly Accommodations: Spacious rooms, some with kitchen facilities, perfect for families.

Prime Location: Close proximity to Dyckman Beach and other popular attractions.

Experience a blend of comfort and convenience at Historic Hotel Nichols. Book now to create unforgettable memories.

Important information:

Please note that only selected rooms on first floor are to be booked for people with pets, a pet fee is required as well as proof of flea and tick preventative. Please call the hotel directly to discuss for pet friendly rooms.
Seasonal breakfast. Make to order breakfast memorial day to labor day. Outside of these days continental breakfast is served.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 567 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9.8
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 9.5
Overall Experience: 9.6
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Ripley • family_with_children • us
10
2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Jean • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Friendly & helpful staff. Went beyond expectations to meet my needs.

2026-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Candy • couple • us
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • us
10
Loved it!
Pros:

Loved being near the pier and beach, easy access to the bikes, breakfast was amazing. Our host was fantastic. Thank you for the great Autumn adventure.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • us
9
Lovely accommodations in town center
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Could use bedding update

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Ann • couple • us
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • us
9
A lovely place to relax.
Pros:

The location is walking distance to all of downtown dining, shopping and more. All of the staff was very kind and helpful and the made to order breakfast was delicious and such a nice touch! On the weekend they also offer a complimentary happy hour from 5-7.

Cons:

Our bathroom wasn't vented and because the size was smaller the humidity was terrible after showers. This made it difficult to dry and style hair.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Therese • couple • us
10
Friendly and comfortable !
Pros:

Everything ! This was our second stay and the staff atmosphere and location are the best !

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Manolito • couple • us
10
Pros:

We stayed for 2 nights, for our anniversary getaway, and it was amazing. Location, staff, breakfast, etc, were all amazing!! We will definitely recommend this place to all out couple friends looking for a couples getaway!!

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Jane • solo_traveller • us
10
I would definitely stay at Hotel Nichols again. Location, room, and breakfasts were great!
Pros:

The hotel location was great, just a short walk to the beach and historic lighthouse, and very close to several restaurants and shops. The breakfast was very good (biscuits and gravy were excellent!) and the happy hour was a nice surprise.
The bed was very comfortable.

Cons:

I didn't have a view (which was not a big deal), and the mirror/tv was a little touchy.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • us
10
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Mary • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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penny • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • us
8
Pros:

The location is terrific— close to the lakeside, the marina, a great restaurant (Clementine’s) and many cute shops. The staff is very accommodating and welcoming.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Linda • family_with_children • us
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
9
Older hotel with plenty of charm and excellent staff
Pros:

Perfect location and much better parking than anticipated

Cons:

Bathtub was slow to drain

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Location location! Male staff. Happy hour, however the first day our check in gal did not tell us about it so we missed out.

Cons:

Huge crack in bathroom floor. Only one chair to sit.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Doris • couple • us
10
The most pleasant surprise
Pros:

Alex, the front desk person was so welcoming and informative. The complementary wine and beer and tables and chairs out front to sit and just enjoy a beautiful evening made it so special. The bed was super comfortable and I wanna know what kind of pillows those were they were great.

Cons:

There was not a single thing. An excellent experience I was a little worried about the stairs, but they were fine and we were fine.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • us
9
Great stay.
Pros:

Super friendly and knowledgeable staff. The vibe was nice and the location was excellent. The pm drinks were a really nice touch. Would recommend.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Jean-David • couple • ch
10
parfait
Pros:

Hôtel avec beaucoup de charme
Gentillesse du personnel
Déjeuner exeptionel
Emplacement

Cons:

ras

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee