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Motel Bear Lake

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Bear Lake motel

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BBQ/picnic area
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Your area essentials

Map
12273 West St, Bear Lake, MI, 49614
  • Popular LocationPortage Lake9 min drive
  • Popular LocationPierport Beach11 min drive
  • Popular LocationArcadia Bluffs Golf Course14 min drive
  • AirportManistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)15 min drive

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bear Lake

Steps from the beach.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this motel, you'll find Lake Michigan and Pierport Beach. Portage Lake is within 6 miles (10 km) and Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Portage Lake - 9 min drive
  • Pierport Beach - 11 min drive
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 14 min drive
  • Little River Casino - 14 min drive
  • Crystal Mountain - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blue Slipper Tavern - 9 min drive
  • Lakeside Cafe - 8 min walk
  • Grille 44 - 2 min drive
  • Rosie's Place - 4 min drive
  • Yellow Dog Cafe - 10 min drive

About this property

Motel Bear Lake

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Bear Lake motel
As a guest of Motel Bear Lake, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a garden, and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bear Lake motel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Motel Bear Lake offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 27 and close September 16.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Motel Bear Lake Motel
Motel Bear Lake Bear Lake
Motel Bear Lake Motel Bear Lake

Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel Bear Lake to the airport?

Motel Bear Lake is 12.4 mi (15-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel Bear Lake?

As of May 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel Bear Lake on May 23, 2024 start from $117.0, excluding 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.

Does Motel Bear Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel Bear Lake.

How close is Motel Bear Lake to the beach?

This motel is 5.8 mi (11-min drive) from Pierport Beach and 11.8 mi (19-min drive) from Manistee County Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel Bear Lake offer free breakfast?

Motel Bear Lake does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel Bear Lake?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Little River Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Motel Bear Lake?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Motel Bear Lake?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel Bear Lake have a pool?

Motel Bear Lake features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Motel Bear Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel Bear Lake to downtown Bear Lake?

Motel Bear Lake is 0.1 mi away from Bear Lake.

Motel Bear Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Place
Top notch for a small simple motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cbyrd

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For a small older motel it was very clean. The beds were comfortable. The pillows were the only complaint i have.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Diane, North Branch

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was updated and spacious. We liked the second sink to help our family get ready quicker. We liked having Netflix available. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and accommodating, even when Expedia wasn’t. I’ll book with Motel Bear Lake again, but never with Expedia!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Motel on the lake
I typically don’t like staying at Motels because of the exterior door on the outside. This place has recently been updated and except for having no lobby and no one on the property it was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean & comfortable
The bear lake motel was a clean comfortable place to stay and conveniently located for us. Check in and out was simple. Will stay again when we come to this side of town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the mattress in Room 101. The rooms are alwys clean. Its in a convient arear to alot of places Arcadia Blufffs, Frankfort, Manistee thats just to name a few. We never see any staff on grounds not even the owner. The rooms are starting to look really good feom there renovations.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aleena

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was pretty clean and tidy. Nice old fashioned motel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Saginaw

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the modern take on retro decor to the most comfortable bed we've ever slept in, this "motel" was out of this world. Exceptionally clean, beautifully decorated, amazing sunset, patio with rockers, beach across the street, tall shower with shampoo, conditioner and actual body wash and once again, the most comfortable mattress ever. We melted into a cloud and slept like babies. We will certainly be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023