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Motel Bear Lake

2.0 star property

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services
Point of interest
Seasonal outdoor pool
Point of interest

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

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12273 West St, Bear Lake, MI, 49614
  • Place, Wolf River Golf Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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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

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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 Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 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

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Motel Bear Lake

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Pierport Beach
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 a hairdryer. This accommodation has kitchenettes with microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using 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 within walking distance of Wolf River Golf Park. 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
  • 11 minutes by car from Pierport Beach and 12 minutes from Lake Michigan
  • 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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • 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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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: USD 40 per pet, 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.
  • Cots (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 pet, 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 27 May and close on 16 September.
  • 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. 135 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 172 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sakthi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abagail

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brielle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

William, Spring Lake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was a good stay! Clean property and nice people. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel has a comfortable, nostalgic vibe. The rooms are clean and spacious. We stayed in a King room, which provided plenty of space for two people to get ready for the day with two sinks available. There is an outdoor pool that appeared well-maintained, although we didn’t use it during our stay. We had recently paid significantly more for another hotel in Traverse City, which didn’t even have a pool. If we're in the area again, we would definitely consider returning to this motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super comfortable room, very considerate amenities. Love that you don't NEED to check in with staff but they are available if you do want/need to interact. But having a convenience room of supplies is an amazing touch. Good strong WiFi, great water pressure in the shower, comfy bed. I wish we had stayed more than 1 night this time
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda, Lansing

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room; very cute and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David A

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our dog was really happy being there, so then we were to
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The motel was well taken care of and the service and cleanliness was better than other 3 star places I’ve stayed at
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cecilia

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming of pets and children. The go above others to make safely and needs a priority. Items you wouldn't expect. The local diner didn't accept the coupon the motel offered but that wasn't the motels responsibility.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a cute, comfortable motel. It was exactly what we wanted for our fall weekend getaway. The attention to detail was excellent and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelli

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

Great property - dog friendly!

Motel Bear Lake - Is a really cute property with nice, clean rooms. They are pet friendly, which is great. The property has several areas to walk your dog. There is a gas station directly across from the hotel for convenience. This is not a chain hotel - which is great. We will plan to stay here if ever in the area again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing restoration in progress. I loved the cute touches! We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, centrally located to area attractions. Very convenient check in and rooms are very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Hanna

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely room! Nice attention to detail. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. So quaint and decorated beautifully. A big step up from staying in a hotel. The area is gorgeous. We highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

art

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
aria outside your door so that you can sit outside and enjoy the aria
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025