Name: Hampton Inn & Suites Houghton
Address: 820 Shelden Avenue, Houghton, Michigan, United States of America, Houghton, Michigan, US
Price range: $245–$446 per night
Rating: 9.13

What guests think

Across many reviews, Hampton Inn & Suites Houghton stands out for very clean, modern rooms, friendly staff, an excellent hot breakfast, and a central waterfront location walkable to downtown, with many guests praising the views and overall comfort.

Many highlight the top-floor bar and restaurant and amenities like the pool, hot tub, and a well-equipped gym, alongside scenic river views. Recurring downsides include occasional room placement facing the parking lot or basement level, limited parking at busy times, and some housekeeping or maintenance lapses such as reduced service and heating issues. Expect a modern, convenient stay with great views, but verify your room type and parking plans.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

Guests frequently praise the pool and hot tub, a well-equipped gym, and the top-floor bar/restaurant with great views. Parking can be limited at busy times, and one review noted overly strong pool chemicals.

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Douglas

Apr 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was a bit of an issue

10

Dayne

Jun 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Best Hampton Inn I’ve ever stayed at. This hotel felt very new and clean. The pool and hot tub was excellent. Service was impressive. The penthouse lounge was amazing. I highly recommend this hotel.

10

Christine

Aug 17, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Excellent hot breakfast with eggs, toast and potatoes Hot tub and pool are new and very clean Enjoyed the location- walked all of downtown Houghton

10

Tina

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay Outstanding breakfast - the bar upstairs is fantastic Friendly and helpful staff!

10

Greta

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Updated hotel with restaurant and bar. Room was spacious.

10

Deborah

Apr 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Really great hotel. The view was amazing. We loved the large fitness room.

10

Jari

Dec 14, 2022

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Stayed 9 nights

Excellent hotel. Breakfast is the best I have had in the USA (at least in these chain hotels). The gym is well-equipped which is a clear plus for this hotel. The rooms are confy.

10

Nicole

Oct 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The view of the river is nice! Parking is a little limited.

10

James

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The room, breakfast, and staff were excellent but the parking was problematic in that there simply wasn't enough. The towns of Houghton and Hancock were interesting and the mining history of the area was fascinating. Napoleon at the front desk was accommodating and thoughtful even when he was the only person at the desk on a very busy weekend. 10 stars for him!!

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AMANDA BATSIOS

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool chemicals were to the level of toxic. We went in for a few minutes and my eyes were burning from just sitting in the hot tub. My kids swam in the pool a few minutes but we left quickly after they couldn’t quit coughing due to the amount of chemicals in the pool.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe the property as very clean and well maintained. A few guests reported housekeeping lapses, such as missed service or supplies and an occasional bathroom issue.

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10

Mike

Sep 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff. Both the front desk and the breakfast staff were very nice. Hotel looked like it had been recently renovated. Very clean. We had a very enjoyable stay.

8

xiaoqi

Oct 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Very nice view on the water side. We booked this place partially for this reason. But “no room with water view for what you paid for”. “Not tomorrow either. That’s not how it works”. We booked it from Expedia. Would suggest to specify what kind of the rooms to get with what price. No room service the second day, not even trash pick up. The toilet was backed up the night we checked in. We run out of body wash the second day. Hot breakfasts is good. Even different items for the 2 days we stayed. Staff friendly.

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DeLynn

Dec 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall it is a very nice property. The staff is friendly and professional. They addressed questions quickly and thoroughly. However, I did not like the window shade as although it appears opaque you can see outlines of people passing by (I had a 1st fl room) and the nearby parking lot light shone through all night. I also had to ask for some hand soap for the bathroom sink. I would definitely stay there again. The proximity to downtown Houghton is amazing!

10

Judith

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I was concerned about whether or not our room had been cleaned prior to our stay. There was long black hairs in the bathroom that wasn’t ours. Plus the toilet paper rolls didn’t have the finished point that is usually in an unused room.

10

Ann

Dec 19, 2022

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Stayed 19,344 nights

Possibly the cleanest hotel I’ve ever stayed in. Helpful and cheerful staff. Great breakfast too.

8

George

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was excellent, except for the housekeeping portion. We ere not advised that rooms, according to the housekeeper, were done every other and we had to request the service.

10

Alexandra

Dec 20, 2022

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Stayed 19,344 nights

New and clean hotel, friendly and helpful stuff, everything advertised was present and worked (pool, hot tub, gym, breakfast, condition, refrigerator, microwave, bathroom, etc). We enjoyed our stay more than at many other places.

10

Joshua

May 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Super clean, new, comfortable, wish we had more time here! Will definitely be back.

10

Mandy

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is in a great location. This was our second time staying there. The staff is very friendly and the hotel smells clean as soon as you walk in, same with our room. Our room had a balcony which we really enjoyed and even though our room was next to the elevator, we didn’t hear a peep. The only downside for me was that the bed was so firm, like the floor with a blanket on it. That’s also personal preference. If we’re ever in that area again I would stay there.

10

Steven

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean

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Rooms

Rooms are modern and often spacious, with many enjoying river views and generally quiet surroundings. Some guests reported drawbacks including basement/first-floor or parking-lot views, occasional noise or heating issues, and beds that felt too firm or sagged.

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Lora

Aug 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a great view of the river and hills...... beautiful!

10

Greta

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Updated hotel with restaurant and bar. Room was spacious.

10

April

Mar 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed one night while visiting Michigan Tech; the room was very spacious, beds were comfortable and location was very convenient to restaurants, shops, and close to the university. Would definitely stay again next time we are in Houghton!

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Harding

Oct 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location! Very clean! The food in the restaurant was also very good. Room location on bottom floor next to the parking lot was a disappointment (when expecting a view of the water).

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Mandy

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is in a great location. This was our second time staying there. The staff is very friendly and the hotel smells clean as soon as you walk in, same with our room. Our room had a balcony which we really enjoyed and even though our room was next to the elevator, we didn’t hear a peep. The only downside for me was that the bed was so firm, like the floor with a blanket on it. That’s also personal preference. If we’re ever in that area again I would stay there.

10

Ashley

Jul 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Our second year staying at this property and will continue for our annual trip. My only complaint is don't reserve room 201. It's right under the breakfast room and we were woke up every morning pretty early with continuous sound of sliding chairs.

10

Rodney

Dec 20, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This is the first time I've stayed at this property since it was renovated. It is hard to even recognize the old hotel. The rooms are incredible. Views and location are perfect.

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KATHERINE

Sep 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I am a Hilton member and I was put in a first level room with a few of a truck and car in my window. Room was nice but heard water running in the walls. Paid top dollar. Hotel.com has done this to me before. The worst rooms for the most $$. Disappointed in both Hotel.com and Hilton to put me and my husband in the lowest level of accommodations

8

Elizabeth

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was put in a basement room despite other rooms being available and asking to change. I chose this hotel bc of the views and ended up looking out the window up into a parking lot and people walking by. Very disappointing

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DREW

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The heat was out in the rooms for the majority of the stay. Pool area is tiny but nice.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful, and professional, with easy check-in and attentive assistance noted. A few guests reported service issues related to room reassignment or reservation/cancellation handling.

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Mike

Sep 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly staff. Both the front desk and the breakfast staff were very nice. Hotel looked like it had been recently renovated. Very clean. We had a very enjoyable stay.

8

DeLynn

Dec 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall it is a very nice property. The staff is friendly and professional. They addressed questions quickly and thoroughly. However, I did not like the window shade as although it appears opaque you can see outlines of people passing by (I had a 1st fl room) and the nearby parking lot light shone through all night. I also had to ask for some hand soap for the bathroom sink. I would definitely stay there again. The proximity to downtown Houghton is amazing!

10

james

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Napoleon at the front desk was on top of our reservation and gave us a tip about the fantastic restaurant on the 7th floor of the hotel as a possible dinner spot. Food and service only exceeded by view of water. Rooms were spotless. Ours overlooked 41 so we watched a parade from our room. Neat town.

10

Xiaobing

Jun 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A warm welcome from the front desk. Thanks

10

Kevin

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We could have not had a better experience. Staff was excellent and did everything they could to help you.

10

Jessica

May 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was super easy and the gentleman that helped us was extremely friendly. The hotel was very clean and modern. Would stay again.

10

Sonny

Aug 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were SO kind to us! The property was gorgeous and the beds were so comfy! Beautiful breakfast room and a perfect location!

10

James

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The room, breakfast, and staff were excellent but the parking was problematic in that there simply wasn't enough. The towns of Houghton and Hancock were interesting and the mining history of the area was fascinating. Napoleon at the front desk was accommodating and thoughtful even when he was the only person at the desk on a very busy weekend. 10 stars for him!!

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Arcadio

Aug 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

BEWARE!! I was in the area for business. A change in plans forced me to cancel my reservation a few days after I made the reservation (through Expedia) and many days prior to my anticipated stay. I was informed that the reservation had been cancelled and had a confirmation from Expedia. On the day of my cancelled reservation I get a notice from Expedia asking me about my stay. I called to discover that the reservation had in fact not been cancelled. Expedia informed me that there was no evidence of the cancellation and that I would be responsible for the full amount of the reservation (4 days). I was further informed by Expedia that the property manager would not consider either a refund or a date change! Do not stay here! These people do not appear to be honest and they certainly do not care about their guests.

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Elizabeth

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was put in a basement room despite other rooms being available and asking to change. I chose this hotel bc of the views and ended up looking out the window up into a parking lot and people walking by. Very disappointing

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Location

Central waterfront location is a strong point, with easy walking access to downtown, restaurants, and sights, and proximity to Michigan Tech and the Isle Royale visitor center. Many also enjoy scenic river views.

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Christopher

Oct 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location along the water

8

Richard

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was OK but really expensive. Location has good access to shopping and restaraunts in the downtown area. Coffee shop just across the road. I would not say that all the hotels in Houghton are WAY overpriced. Next time I'll stay elsewhere.

10

Abigail

Apr 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location!

10

Barbara

Jul 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Across the street from the Isle Royale national park visitor center. Clean, large rooms. Excellent hot breakfast. Great place.

10

Jiong

Oct 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good position in the town

10

Bruce

Sep 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location, location, location

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April

Mar 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed one night while visiting Michigan Tech; the room was very spacious, beds were comfortable and location was very convenient to restaurants, shops, and close to the university. Would definitely stay again next time we are in Houghton!

10

Mandy

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is in a great location. This was our second time staying there. The staff is very friendly and the hotel smells clean as soon as you walk in, same with our room. Our room had a balcony which we really enjoyed and even though our room was next to the elevator, we didn’t hear a peep. The only downside for me was that the bed was so firm, like the floor with a blanket on it. That’s also personal preference. If we’re ever in that area again I would stay there.

10

Charleen

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We love being in a quiet room, being able to access everything by walking and enjoying the beautiful view.

10

Douglas

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect place to stay. Easy access to campus and downtown Houghton. Great bar with a view

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Dining

Breakfast draws strong praise for quality and variety, with multiple mentions of excellent hot options. The on-site top-floor bar/restaurant is also highlighted for good food and views; one review found breakfast selection modest.

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james

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Napoleon at the front desk was on top of our reservation and gave us a tip about the fantastic restaurant on the 7th floor of the hotel as a possible dinner spot. Food and service only exceeded by view of water. Rooms were spotless. Ours overlooked 41 so we watched a parade from our room. Neat town.

10

Christine

Aug 17, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Excellent hot breakfast with eggs, toast and potatoes Hot tub and pool are new and very clean Enjoyed the location- walked all of downtown Houghton

10

denise

Aug 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable and quiet rooms. Breakfast was wonderful.

10

Tina

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay Outstanding breakfast - the bar upstairs is fantastic Friendly and helpful staff!

10

Jari

Dec 14, 2022

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Stayed 9 nights

Excellent hotel. Breakfast is the best I have had in the USA (at least in these chain hotels). The gym is well-equipped which is a clear plus for this hotel. The rooms are confy.

10

Samantha

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent hotel! It was clean, the staff was friendly, and the breakfast was delicious with a lovely outdoor seating area.

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Jessica

Jun 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

nice clean hotel. great location. great view. breakfast was limited choices but decent

10

Marianne

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed our stay at this facility. The staff was great as was the wonderful breakfast!

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Barbara C

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pleasant breakfast area/balcony, lovely bar bar, both with great views of the canal--lots of water activities happening.

10

Megan

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very well kept. Very nice soaking bathtub. We stayed on the Bay Side and had a really cool view. Parking was free and super easy. Breakfast was great--best breakfast potatoes at a continental breakfast I have ever had. Very convenient to getting out to outdoor adventures like hiking and rockhounding. Highly recommend and would love to come back!

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Room options

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bay View (Hearing)

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Studio, 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Bay View (Mobility & Hearing)

Studio, 2 Queen Beds

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