Motel Bear Lake
44.421328, -86.150096Overview
Retro-style motel across from Bear Lake beach in Northern Michigan
Amenities
Motel Bear Lake has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with a fenced area and sun loungers. A guest amenity room provides board games, bocce ball sets, and pet supplies at no extra cost. The property also has a picnic area, a garden, and an outdoor fire pit for guests to use.
Rooms
Each room at Motel Bear Lake has a private bathroom, air conditioning, and garden or pool views. Rooms include a king bed, two sinks, a refrigerator, a microwave, and streaming services on a smart TV. The motel offers family rooms and rooms that sleep up to four guests.
Location & Local Attractions
Motel Bear Lake sits across the street from Bear Lake and is within walking distance of a public beach. Captain Dave'S is 6 miles away, Kaleva Art Gallery is 11 mile away, and Manistee County-Blacker Airport is 14 miles from the property. The location puts guests near Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course, Sleeping Bear Dunes, and Lake Michigan beaches.
Pet-Friendly & Inclusive Policies
Motel Bear Lake is a dog-friendly property and openly welcomes LGBTQ+ guests. The motel has a designated smoking area and is cannabis-friendly. A guest amenity room includes puppy treats and extra blankets for pets.
Family & Children
Motel Bear Lake offers family rooms and a guest amenity room with craft supplies, coloring books, and baby toys. The outdoor swimming pool is open seasonally and has a shallow area for children. Kids can use the bocce ball set from the amenity room or enjoy the nearby public beach across the street.
- Pool: Seasonal outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers
- Amenities: Guest amenity room with games, crafts & pet supplies
- Location: Across the street from Bear Lake beach & near Sleeping Bear Dunes
- Rooms: King rooms with two sinks, smart TV & streaming services
- Pets: Dog-friendly property with pet supplies provided
- Inclusive: LGBTQ+ welcoming cannabis-friendly spot
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
240 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Shower
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Coffee machine
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Room size:
240 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Shower
-
Coffee machine
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Room size:
240 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
-
Shower
-
Coffee machine
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
24-hour reception
Picnic area/ Tables
Seasonal outdoor pool
Flat-screen TV
Express check-in/ -out
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Table tennis
Dining
- Picnic area/ Tables
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Essential information about Motel Bear Lake
| 💵 Lowest room price | 127 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 12.4 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Manistee County-Blacker, MBL |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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