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16 Oct - 18 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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Our top choices for Mancelona motels

A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

1. Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn

Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn
2.5 star property
Williamsburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (629 reviews)
"Great location and great place to stay."
United States
Lisa
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn
A North Country Inn with a signboard advertising amenities like HBO, phone, air conditioning, and free WiFi.

2. North Country American Inn

North Country American Inn
2.5 star property
Kalkaska
6.0 out of 10, (626 reviews)
"Room was clean, plenty of parking"
United States
Janice
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
North Country American Inn
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.

3. Rodeway Inn Kalkaska

Rodeway Inn Kalkaska
2.0 star property
Kalkaska
6.6 out of 10, (284 reviews)
"It is a place where you can rest easy and enjoy a quick continental breakfast. It’s not fancy. Very basic bare bones. It’s not large, but if you are just looking for a clean room and bed, basic needs, and cheaper than most other places, for the night, you have the right choice."
United States
Sophia
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Rodeway Inn Kalkaska
A motel sign with the name "Boyne City Motel" surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.

4. Boyne City Motel

Boyne City Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Boyne City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (688 reviews)
"Clean room, met our needs for an overnight visit, great central location"
United States
Christine
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Boyne City Motel
A wooden sign with the words "WATERS INN" and "EST. 2004" indicating the name and establishment year of the inn.

5. The Waters Inn

The Waters Inn
2.5 star property
Gaylord
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (323 reviews)
"Very clean and very cute. Enjoyed our one night stay at Water's Inn."
United States
Vicki
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Waters Inn
A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

6. Downtown Motel

Downtown Motel
2.5 star property
Gaylord
7.4 out of 10, Good, (574 reviews)
"Clean room, could use some modernization. No complaints. Great location! Fair prices."
United States
Paul
The price is AU$80
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Downtown Motel
A residential building with a brick facade, a front porch, and a blue staircase.

7. River Country Motor Lodge

River Country Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Grayling
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (396 reviews)
"I really liked staying there, and would definitely stay again!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
River Country Motor Lodge
A lake with a boat docked on the shore, surrounded by trees in autumn colors.

8. Dixon Lake Resort

Dixon Lake Resort
2.5 star property
Gaylord
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (130 reviews)
"Very clean rooms. Nicely updated. Beautiful view of the lake."
United States
Kimberly
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Dixon Lake Resort
A room with a wooden floor, a coffee station with cups and a coffee maker, a TV displaying a news channel, and a 'LOVE' sign on the wall.

9. Riverview Inn

Riverview Inn
2.5 star property
Grayling
7.0 out of 10, Good, (77 reviews)
"Cute and comfy room, bed and sheets were very comfortable. I was nice to have a little store and restaurant just a few steps away. Enjoyed our 2 night stay."
United States
mike
Riverview Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Mancelona Hotel Reviews

Best Western Gaylord

Best Western Gaylord

8/10 Good
"This property was clean and the staff friendly however the pool was very cold and both the pool and hot tub were very low on water. This is a big disappointment, the entire pool area needs some attention."
Melissa 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Best Western Gaylord

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Mancelona Motels information

Number of reviews
2,698
Accommodation
27 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$80
Highest Price
AU$213

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Mancelona?
As you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Mancelona has to offer. In the area, popular places to visit include Torch Lake.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often offer free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Introduced in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Mancelona?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. Mancelona Motel: If driving, you'll be within 16 minutes of Torch Lake. Enjoy access to the free parking and coffee/tea in reception, as well as room amenities such as Wi-Fi. Boyne City Motel: 9 restaurants, 4 bars and free breakfast are available during your stay. Central Mancelona is 21.7 mi (35 km) away. Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 17.9 mi (28.9 km) from the heart of Mancelona. Downtown Motel: Central Mancelona is 20.6 mi (33.2 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. North Country American Inn: 13.4 mi (21.5 km) from the heart of Mancelona. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Mancelona?
While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area, take time to enjoy its mountain landscape and lakeside. Visitors like Mancelona for its ski slopes. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Schuss Mountain, Starvation Lake and Twin Lake. You'll find these family-friendly attractions in the area: Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark and Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Little Twin Lake, Torch Lake and The Legend.
What's the weather like in Mancelona?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Mancelona to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of -4°C. The snowiest months in Mancelona are January, February, March and November, with each month seeing an average of 45 cm of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around Mancelona while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Mancelona to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital), which is located 27.8 mi (44.7 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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