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Big Bear Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel in Alpena

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View | Room amenity
Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, freezer
Fireplace
Porch
Near the airport, Big Bear Lodge offers a welcoming retreat with free in-room WiFi and a garden to unwind. Take advantage of barbecue grills and multilingual staff while your kids enjoy the playground. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
$95 nightly
The total price is $105
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total includes taxes and fees

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Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 614 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 495 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 226 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Partial Lake View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Partial Lake View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 301 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2052 US Highway 23 S., Alpena, MI, 49707

What's nearby

  • Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Thunder Bay River Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Northern Lights Arena - 7 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Austin Brothers Beer Co. - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Big Bear Lodge

Big Bear Lodge offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and parasailing. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ice skating nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

Big Bear Lodge Alpena
Big Bear Alpena
Big Bear Lodge Motel
Big Bear Lodge Alpena
Big Bear Lodge Motel Alpena

Frequently asked questions

Does Big Bear Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Big Bear Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Big Bear Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Big Bear Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Big Bear Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Big Bear Lodge and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Big Bear Lodge like?

Big Bear Lodge is a short 5-minute walk from Lake Huron and 4 minutes' walk from Starlite Beach.

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Big Bear Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Bed
Beach
Shower
Service staff
Location
Parks
Lake
Bathroom
Water

What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located across the street from the beach, offering easy access and a great view. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great Place to Stay

Great place to stay. Warm hospitality from the owners along with a nice experience with the overall quality and stay.
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Small room, but comfortable. Clean and quiet. Pleasant hosts. Great location across from Lake Huron.
Kaye, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful day. Comfortable beds, quiet, amazing decor. Very friendly owners. Loved it.
Nancy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice

Very nice place! The beds are super comfy. Probably one of the best hotel beds ive slept on in my travels
Gina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice roadside motel, Alpena MI

Nice older motel that room had been renovated. Across street from Lake Huron and park.
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The owners are great.
Logam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Chase, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice place to stay
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Older but clean; we stayed here for the night that we were in Alpena. It was during winter; very pleased that the room temperature wasn't freezing cold when we checked in. Parking lot and walk ways were cleared, salted not slippery. We'd definitely stay at this Ma&Pop lodge again.
April, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Old Time Motel- Excellent!

If you need a fancy place with new everything- stay away- BUT if you like (or love in my case) small older motels stay here. Clean, showers great- new bed and excellent cable system. Stay away from the chain hotels and give this place a try!
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean rooms. Facilities are old, but in very good condition. Bedding was clean, comfortable beds and pillows.
PATRICIA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Place is well kept and the owners are so helpful and kind. Would stay there again.
stephen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place located in a nice area.
Tim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Owners were more than kind and hospitable, very friendly and clean with super comfy beds. Will be my go-to motel in Alpena. Sure beats the chains and restaurants very close.
Marcia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Owners were super friendly and helpful
Sandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love staying here and we will continue to be return customers. Better imho than the name brand hotels hands down.
Diane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent run And locally owned is the only way to go
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was clean, accessible and easy check in and out. It is also affordable compared to other hotels/motels in the area. I will defiantly stay there again should I be in the area.
Diane, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not bad for the price

We had a very clean room. Bring your slippers because the floors are cold. Also the heater was noisy.
Randy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very retro chic property!
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it! Owner’s were lovely and interesting people! Enjoyed our stay!
Carleen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location
Ken, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property. Small but quaint. Served our purpose.
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean. We booked a suite so we were able to cook which was great! We would stay here again.
Brandi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love staying here. I travel for business and this place is great. Friendly owners welcome me every time.
Eric, 1-night trip