River Country Motor Lodge

Property class: 2.5

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $108
$100 nightly
$108 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

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257 North I-75 Business Loop, Grayling, MI, 49738
  • Place, Au Sable River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rayburn Property Trail
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hartwick Pines State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Junior Room, 1 Double Bed, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

  • 236 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 236 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

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

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

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

Basic Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

  • 210 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 236 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Shower Grab Bars, Ground Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 266 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Grayling

When you stay at River Country Motor Lodge in Grayling, you'll be in the business district, within a 5-minute drive of Rayburn Property Trail and AuSable Artisan Village. .This motel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Grayling Hospital and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Au Sable River.

What's nearby

  • Au Sable River - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • AuSable Artisan Village - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Rayburn Property Trail - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Hartwick Pines State Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Hanson Hills Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Paddle Hard Brewing - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Spikes Keg O Nails - ‬3 min drive

About this property

River Country Motor Lodge

River Country Motor Lodge offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Grayling motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 13 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and charcoal grills.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1950
  • Renovated entire property - May 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 9 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

River Country Motor Lodge Grayling
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River Country Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 400 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 400 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 400 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 400 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 400 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, very clean motel, lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, pet friendly, really great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quaint property and rooms. Only a few minute drive to downtown Grayling. This is our second time (year) staying here and will be staying here next year again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and newly remodeled. Very quiet area. Bathroom was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was quaint and well-maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean rooms and nice owners, so much better than big chain hotels!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hosts, nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great place to stay. Owner is very friendly and attentive to any needs
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely will go there again! Great place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds, soft towels & friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and Great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Very nice people, very accommodating a very clean room cannot say enough good about the place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes very clean and great owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great customer service, loved the room..comfortable bed and pillows
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly great owner's
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous service, and the cleanliness and interior decoration of the room was outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice clean motel. The owners are very friendly. The next time we are in the area we will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The proprietor was very friendly on check-in. Room was clean and tidy, only stayed for one night on our way to our final destination.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was clean and beds were comfortable. I would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice older motel, well cared for and clean. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice local motel near Grayling. Very friendly nd accommodating owner.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was very nice, helpful. While the property is old, it is well maintained and convenient for our travels.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice little lodge!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience, definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025