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Motel Bear Lake

2.0 star property

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Property amenity
BBQ/picnic Area
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
12273 West St, Bear Lake, MI, 49614
  • James Lake
    10 min drive
  • Chestnut Hills Golf Course
    11 min drive
  • Southern Sin Thesis
    1 min walk
  • Manistee, 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

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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 Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 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 Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Motel Bear Lake

Motel in Bear Lake with free parking
Along with a seasonal outdoor pool, this motel has express check-in and express check-out. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a garden and a picnic area.
Motel Bear Lake offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations have kitchenettes with microwaves. 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.

During your stay at Motel Bear Lake, you'll be close to James Lake. Enjoy features like free self parking and a seasonal outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include a virtual front desk
  • 12 minutes by car from Lake Michigan and 9 minutes from Portage Lake
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
As a guest of Motel Bear Lake, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a garden, and a picnic area. Motel Bear Lake also features express check-in and express check-out. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free uncovered self-parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Virtual front desk

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini fridge

More

  • 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 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.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
This property does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and smart lock details. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.

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

Motel Bear Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool place in great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Super clean and cute updated motel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shiela

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the keypad entrance, parking right outside of the room, big bed, ceiling fan, community linen room with games and toys and minutes drive to attractions either way you go. Price point was very nice and plan on coming back when we can. Thank you Motel Bear Lake for being a wonderful place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice
Clean nice little motel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved, loved, LOVEd this motel. Retro vibe is super cool and the staff (Nick) was soooo helpful. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very cute, quiet, and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy with well thought out accommodations & amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy, East Lansing

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Charming retro roadside motel. Updated rooms that still have mid century modern touches.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A welcomed welcome.
Loved the decor and comfy rooms (I slept like a dream!). The pool looked pristine and so inviting but was sadly closed for the evening by the time we arrived. We especially appreciated “a room for all” messaging, eco-friendly efrorts ie. ceramic mugs as opposed to paper cups in the rooms, recycling containers everywhere and that cans and bottles would be donated to a local youth organization- love this!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute motel with nostalgic vibe. Owners are doing a great job of updating while still keeping the old charm. Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was very cute and clean. Staff wonderful. We got there a little early and I was surprised how accommodating they were. Our room was ready within 15 min. This was a great location and I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solid value…retro vibes
Motel Bear Lake is like being in a time warp, in a good way. It’s no frills, but it’s convenient, clean and comfortable. We couldn’t get a room at Arcadia Bluffs, so we stayed here. 10 minutes to the Bluffs course. The check-in and check-out process was fast and easy. I’d stay here again if I’m in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved staying here. The owner provides anything that you might think of that you will need during your stay here. The room was spacious, very clean and a nice little retro feel to it even though modern enough. Very quiet. Will stay here whenever we are in the area again. Be sure to check out the murals that are on the back of the building. The only issue was that the TV was hard to figure out how to use it, needs to be a little more user-friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and friendly. when the wind blows and the algae grows from the lake you might catch a Wiff. 😁
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What did I like about the prortuThis property was just beautiful. We enjoyed the spacious rooms and that they are dog friendly. This is a work in progress hotel as of 2024 which is what they said in the email, but you can hardly tell since the room we had was just adorable. They did hang new room numbers while we were at the beach. So that was the progress we saw. What I didn't like is that they advertise as lgbtq friendly. I didn't understand why that matters since you are just renting a room. But it did slightly scare me that we might show up and it was going to be shoved down my throat since that happens so much now days. Plus I instantly thought how I would be afraid of what I might see during pride month after hearing and seeing how the parades go. And advertising Narcan makes me wonder what type of people might have been here before me, which did make me nervous for my kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Retro, quiet and peaceful
Very quiet and relaxing. The pool was great and the area is beautiful. It's in-between great great areas and towns. I love the retro theme. Just a great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024