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Motel Bear Lake

Property class: 2

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a macrame wall hanging, and two bedside lamps.
A golf course with sand bunkers and a view of the ocean.
A coastal landscape with a clear view of the sea and a sandy beach.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a covered area with seating.
A brown leather sofa with cushions, a glass coffee table, and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
$115 nightly
The current price is $128 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3

Explore the area

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12273 West St, Bear Lake, MI, 49614
  • Place, Bear Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wolf River Golf Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a blue throw, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, a macrame wall hanging, and a closed door.

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Pets Allowed, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with white bedding and a blue throw, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, a macrame wall hanging, and a closed door.

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Pets Allowed, Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a blue throw, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, a macrame wall hanging, and a closed door.

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Pets Allowed, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising pet-friendly and retro vibes.

Comfort Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising pet-friendly and retro vibes.

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising pet-friendly and retro vibes.

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising pet-friendly and retro vibes.

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising pet-friendly and retro vibes.

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with books.

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a blue throw, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, a macrame wall hanging, and a closed door.

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Pets Allowed, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a blue throw, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, a macrame wall hanging, and a closed door.

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Pets Allowed, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a blue throw, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, a macrame wall hanging, and a closed door.

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Pets Allowed, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

A neatly made bed with white bedding and a blue throw, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, a macrame wall hanging, and a closed door.

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Pets Allowed, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising pet-friendly and retro vibes.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising pet-friendly and retro vibes.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising pet-friendly and retro vibes.

Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Pets Allowed, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising pet-friendly and retro vibes.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

A motel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising pet-friendly and retro vibes.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pets Allowed, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Bear Lake

Located in Bear Lake, Motel Bear Lake is within a 15-minute drive of Pierport Beach and Lake Michigan. .This motel is 7 mi (11.2 km) from Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Inspiration Point.
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What's nearby

  • Bear Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wolf River Golf Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pierport Beach - 11 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 13 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Crystal Mountain - 17 min drive - 15.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake and Latte - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chestnut Hills Golf Course - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Northern Natural Cider House & Winery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lake Side Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Motel Bear Lake

Motel Bear Lake offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations have kitchenettes with microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes. Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • 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
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 within 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 27 to 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

Motel Bear Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 250 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This motel is very nice and clean. The pool was great and the staff friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very convenient, very clean. Staff was excellent. Plan on staying there again when I am in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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10/10 motel stay. It left me and my husband wanting to buy a motel in our small town. Charming, friendly, unique, simple motel. It was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great! Easy check-in, clean room, helpful and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We liked it. Woman owned and operated, you can tall they take pride in the Motel Bear Lake. I had a image of Schitt’s Creek enter my mind while there - and I mean that in a good way.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Interesting place, clean and well maintained. Extremely helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Parking is easy. Room very clean, beds very comfortable. Great place to stay 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The room was one of the cleanest I’ve ever stayed in. Staff was so helpful. The motel had gone through an upgrade but still kept some nostalgia! Very quiet inside the room. The bed was very comfortable and bedding and towels were all good! I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This was a cute, revived property that brought back memories from my youth. It was very clean and the staff were nice and helpful, they even left a welcoming post card and chocolate for us.the pool was great ! They even provided kids pool toys and swimsuit cover ups. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Easy parking right in front of our room!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful view, quiet location. No personal interaction with staff. Nice little breakfast joint down the street! Booked again for a trip in August!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The best shower ever! Love the hand held shower sprayer! It has great pressure too! Nice toilet paper! Felt very pampered! Sound machine was a great homey touch! Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent mom & pop motel. Retro 60s vibe. Excellent attention to detail. Centrally located. We would definitely stay here whenever we’re in town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What an adorable property. The newish owners really did a great job fixing this place up for as old as it is. It was a short stay, but I’d stay there again for sure based on the one night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Such a cute spot and well located—very clean, comfortable bed, nice staff. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I came up for a golf trip at the Arcadia courses and decided to stay here for my visit. The motel was hosting an art retreat which isn’t typically my thing but all the people I talked with were really cool. I talked briefly with the owner when I got there and she was amazing and had a really cool vibe. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Easy check in, great location, very friendly staff. Our family loved it here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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My entire stay was fantastic! The first day we were there we ran into an issue with the toilet. The very kind woman in the office area was quick to help resolve the issue, and wished us a fun weekend. The property was very clean, quiet and has the most comfortable pillows I have ever used in my life. Additionally, the water pressure in the shower was 100/10! The pool area was clean and my daughter LOVED it! The property is right across the street from a little spot you can go and watch the sunset. I highly recommend this motel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very unique fun, retro motel! Comfy beds. Clean. Pool closed early in our opinion. There was a water cooler and ice free to use. Ping pong, a fire pit, picnic tables, etc. walking distance to a small beach. Cute murals behind the building. Excellent water pressure. Cute gift shop. We enjoyed our stay! Would stay again. Parking lot is a little narrow. If you are a larger person, the toilet area in the room is VERY SMALL.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Room was as expected. Close to where we needed to be
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great place, centrally located to area attractions. Very convenient check in and rooms are very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This was an awesome place to stay that is so close to our family for the holidays. The staff have been so accommodating and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025