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21 Aug - 23 Aug
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28 Aug - 30 Aug
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11 Sept - 13 Sept
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9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Bear Lake motels

Free WiFi, bed sheets

1. Motel Bear Lake

Motel Bear Lake
2.0 star property
Bear Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (226 reviews)
"Quaint little Motor Lodge that was tastefully decorated, comfortable and convenient. Parking right outside of your door, staff were friendly and helpful, room was very clean. If you're tired of large hotels, try this little Motor Lodge, it was delightful!"
United States
Hugh
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Motel Bear Lake
Lobby

2. Inn at the Alpine

Inn at the Alpine
2.0 star property
Bear Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (530 reviews)
"Nice place to stay very friendly Owners"
United States
Colleen
The price is AU$273
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Inn at the Alpine
Exterior

3. Pleasant Valley Resort

Pleasant Valley Resort
2.0 star property
Arcadia
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (56 reviews)
"The room was very clean and had all the amenities a person would need. The bed was very comfortable, the selection of channels on the tv was great, the coffee and tea selection was good, having a microwave and refrigerator was great. Highly recommend this property when traveling."
United States
Penny
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Pleasant Valley Resort
BBQ/picnic Area

4. Riverside Motel and Marina Manistee

Riverside Motel and Marina Manistee
2.0 star property
Manistee
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (369 reviews)
"Great view and very friendly staff"
United States
Jon
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Riverside Motel and Marina Manistee
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

5. Coastal Inn

Coastal Inn
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (448 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Emily
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Coastal Inn
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette

6. Coastal Suites Resort

Coastal Suites Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (502 reviews)
"Very clean, quite, close to everything. Will for sure stay there again."
United States
Steve
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Coastal Suites Resort
Outdoor spa tub

7. Scully's Manistee Outpost Motel

Scully's Manistee Outpost Motel
2.0 star property
Manistee
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (165 reviews)
"A nice quiet Motel in a secluded location, where you can get some Sleep, without being disturbed."
United States
Darryl
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Scully's Manistee Outpost Motel
Cottage #1, 3 Bedrooms,Full Kitchen | Living area

8. Crystal Lake Resort

Crystal Lake Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (506 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Christine
The price is AU$237
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Crystal Lake Resort
Exterior

9. Mushroom Cap Motel

Mushroom Cap Motel
Mesick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (62 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Richard
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Mushroom Cap Motel
Lobby

10. Honor Motel

Honor Motel
2.0 star property
Honor
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (249 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Honor Motel
Children’s activities

11. Cedar Ridge Cabins

Cedar Ridge Cabins
3.0 star property
Honor
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (243 reviews)
"This cabin was a wonderful place to use as a base for our 3 women get-away. Although small, the cabin was comfortable and very nicely decorated. Everything you need is there. Its location is great, being between Beulah/Crystal Lake and Traverse City/Interlochen. We had a wonderful stay; highly recommended."
United States
Johanna
The price is AU$238
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Cedar Ridge Cabins
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Top Bear Lake Hotel Reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Manistee

Super 8 by Wyndham Manistee

10/10 Excellent
"They fixed our bathroom light very quickly, the man was very determined to get it right."
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Super 8 by Wyndham Manistee

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Bear Lake Motels information

Number of reviews
2,242
Accommodation
11 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$118
Highest Price
AU$273

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Bear Lake?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Bear Lake. Top sights to visit include Lake Michigan.
What is a motel?
Motel properties often offer free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. In the US, motels boomed after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Bear Lake?
Motel Bear Lake: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Crystal Mountain. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Inn at the Alpine: Free WiFi, free parking and a picnic area are available during your stay. You'll be located within 13 minutes of Lake Michigan by car.
What things can I to do in Bear Lake?
Those who've visited Bear Lake like the lakeside. Take time for sightseeing and enjoy all there is to do in this family-friendly area. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Lake Michigan, Pierport Beach and Bear Lake. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Wolf River Golf Park, James Lake and Chestnut Hills Golf Course.
What's the seasonal weather like in Bear Lake?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Bear Lake to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Bear Lake are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 38 cm of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around Bear Lake while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Bear Lake to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is located 11.4 mi (18.3 km) away. You can also search for flights into Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital), which is 35.5 mi (57.2 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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