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Big Bear Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Lake Huron

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Front of property – evening/night
Porch
Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View | Private kitchen
Property amenity
Fireplace
Located near the airport, Big Bear Lodge offers a quiet getaway with free in-room WiFi. Guests can relax in the garden or use the barbecue grills. The multilingual staff is praised for their helpfulness, and children enjoy a dedicated playground.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov

Room options

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Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Partial Lake View

Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Partial Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View

Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 57 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View

Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 46 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Alpena, Big Bear Lodge is near the airport and near the beach. Thunder Bowl Lanes and Lee's Miniature Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Island Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Riverside Skate Park or Northern Lights Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing and snowmobiling.
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Map
2052 US Highway 23 S., Alpena, MI, 49707

What's nearby

  • Thunder Bowl Lanes - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Starlite Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lee's Miniature Golf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Northern Lights Arena - 7 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pompeyo’s Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Big Bear Lodge

Motel near Lake Huron
Consider a stay at Big Bear Lodge and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, freezers and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Big Bear Lodge Alpena
Big Bear Alpena
Big Bear Lodge Motel
Big Bear Lodge Alpena
Big Bear Lodge Motel Alpena

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Bear Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Bear Lodge?

As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Bear Lodge on 18 Nov 2025 start from AU$148.61, including 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 at Big Bear Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Bear Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Bear Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Big Bear Lodge located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park and Lake Huron. Starlite Beach and Thunder Bowl Lanes are also within 5 minutes.

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Big Bear Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 384 out of 655 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 655 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 655 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 655 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 655 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean owners were very pleasant will definitely come back soon
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay here, and I plan on coming back to this hotel. Slept well, and it's nice and quiet. This is a great Mom and Pop hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners were very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Mom/ Pop place. Friendly & clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice non chain motor lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were so sweet. Thanks so much
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just loved it there it was clean , nicely decorated , up to date but stll the look of a mom & pop's hotel also loved the walk across to the beach even when is under renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very quiet place and cozy. Can definitely see it’s older charm
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely mom and pop place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cute mom & pop motel. Great location to beach, restaurants. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Its a very nice mom and pop resort.The owners were very friendly really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The managers were accommodating and friendly. Rooms are quaint.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent price for being across the road from the lake/park. Tiny, outdated bathroom. Friendly hosts. Next to a good restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lake was right across the street...walkable to several different good resturants
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed Staff were helpful Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff is friendly and the motel is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was quiet, quaint, and close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This adorable mom&pop operation was a really lovely place to stay. It reminded me of the trips my family used to take in the 1970's and 1980's. The beds were very comfortable and the little kitchenette had everything we needed. Clean and cozy and cute as can be.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, very clean, everything was in good working order. It could though use a light in the closet. For the money it was a good deal. The owners were very pleasant. I would go there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice reasonably priced place to sleep. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a enjoyable stay. It was comfortable except for I struggled keeping the A/C regulated. My wife and I would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint place with modern amenities. Mom-and-pop motel, locally owned, and well maintained. Owners and managers pay attention to every detail of the property, inside the rooms and outside. Very pleasant experience. Will definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place to Stay

Great place to stay. Warm hospitality from the owners along with a nice experience with the overall quality and stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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