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Crystal Lake Resort

2.5 star property
Travelers find peaceful waterfront relaxation and evening gatherings around the firepit at this quiet retreat that's perfect for a genuine escape from everyday life

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Crystal Lake Resort sits near Pinecroft Golf Course, offering a welcoming atmosphere with its waterfront dock and evening firepit. Guests appreciate the practical amenities like in-room WiFi and lobby coffee service. Previous visitors consistently praise the peaceful environment.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
  • Lake view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed (Upstairs)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage #5, 2 bedrooms, Full kitchen

Cottage #5, 2 bedrooms, Full kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds (downstairs)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Cottage #7, 2 bedrooms, Full kitchen

Cottage #7, 2 bedrooms, Full kitchen

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cottage #3, 2 bedrooms, Full kitchen

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Cottage #6, Motel Cottage, King Bed, Microwave & Mini Fridge

Cottage #6, Motel Cottage, King Bed, Microwave & Mini Fridge

Cottage #6, Motel Cottage, King Bed, Microwave & Mini Fridge

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Lake View

Premium bedding, down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Lake view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (upstairs)

Premium bedding, down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds (upstairs)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Fan
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Beulah, Crystal Lake Resort is on a private beach. Pinecroft Golf Course and Crystal Mountain are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Old Indian Trail and Frankfort Beach. Frankfort Light and Elberta Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Beulah travel guide
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498 North Michigan Avenue, Beulah, MI, 49617

What's nearby

  • Lake Michigan is stunning in the winter months.
    Frankfort Beach
    14 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Lake cabins abandoned on coast during winter with frozen lake
    Crystal Mountain
    15 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Pie is Life!
    Front Street
    42 min drive - 59.1 km
  • Crystal Lake Golf Club
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Betsie Valley Trail
    19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • A Papano's Pizza BEULAH
    4 min walk
  • Cherry Hut
    6 min walk
  • Papa J's Pizzeria & Diner
    6 min drive
  • Platte River Inn
    6 min drive

About this property

Crystal Lake Resort

Motel near Pinecroft Golf Course
Crystal Lake Resort provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor furniture, coffee/tea in reception and a dock
  • Barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Crystal Lake Resort have perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 30.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Crystal Lake Resort Beulah
Crystal Lake Resort
Crystal Lake Beulah
Crystal Lake Hotel Benzonia
Crystal Lake Resort Motel
Crystal Lake Resort Beulah
Crystal Lake Resort Motel Beulah

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Lake Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Crystal Lake Resort?

As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crystal Lake Resort on 31 Mar 2026 start from AU$173, 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 Crystal Lake Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Lake Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Crystal Lake Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 30.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Crystal Lake Resort located?

Situated on the waterfront, this motel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Pinecroft Golf Course, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Old Indian Trail and Frankfort Beach. Frankfort Light and Elberta Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Crystal Lake Resort Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 471 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 471 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 471 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 471 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 471 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay, kind accommodating staff. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

It was clean, beautiful beach area and Cold Creek restaurant was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super easy check-in. Room was adorable and the beach was lovely. Area restaurants were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a family vacation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful view of Crystal Lake. Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Late check-in process was easy and convenient. Great stay for a great trip to The Mitten.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3rd year staying , always very comfortable , on the water , private beach , shopping in Beulah Just a laid back vaca
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room itself was clean and cozy. The staff was absolutely amazing and very accommodating. 10/10 would recommend for anyone staying in this area!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room! Great view by the lake! Just what we needed for a one night stay. Staff was great! Helped us find the best breakfast place ever!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, well kept grounds. Beach area and patio beautiful view of Lake; soo peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view of lake. Quiet surroundings. Evening arrival check-in was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Convenient to all the attractions in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location on Crystal Lake, relaxing and water view is lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great. It was over the 4th of July so we expected it to be loud, but everything was calm & relaxing. Love the little beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We came in late, they had an envelope with a key ready, easy check in, I would say. Lovely room, clean, beautiful view. We just caught a gorgeous sunset over Crystal Lake. Morning was also very peaceful. Gorgeous property. I can see it being a favorite spot for many to enjoy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a hidden gem! Very happy to have found this with the lake view, private beach, beautiful sunset and relaxed town, enjoy!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service! Incredibly kind and the property is one I’d like to frequent more as I make trips up north!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm huge on smells, amd was pleasantly surprised by a refreshing scent walking in the room, very clean, beautiful view of the lake, and the beach was very well maintained, amd relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

The person I spoke to and checked in with was very nice and friendly. The room was very clean. I would definitely go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Hotel perfect for the Ironman

Great location with a friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great lakefront view, helpful front desk, and comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Art and Jaynee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to relax, read and get some sun while you’re lounging on the private beach-all by the Crystal Lake! Bring your own food, paper cups, plates and drink. There’s no need to get into your car although restaurants are nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room had a great view of Crystal Lake. Everything in the room seemed brand new and exceedingly clean. It had a mini fridge and an excellent microwave. Quiet, peaceful, private, excellent parking. Staff were pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Nice but over priced

Nice view of lake. No ice machine. Office part time staffed. Walkable and near bike path.$200 over priced for hotel room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025