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Autrain Motel

2.0 star property
Travelers find a comfortable base just minutes from Lake Superior's shores, with convenient WiFi and hassle-free parking making exploration effortless

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a radiator, and a trash bin. - Autrain Motel (Au Train)
A small, compact room with a single bed, a desk with two chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains. - Autrain Motel (Au Train)
A bathroom with a toilet, a shower stall, and a window with a curtain. - Autrain Motel (Au Train)
A sign for Au Train Grocery and Gas-Motel with a digital display showing 0.69. - Autrain Motel (Au Train)
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. - Autrain Motel (Au Train)
The Autrain Motel sits just a short drive from Lake Superior's stunning shoreline. Guests appreciate the practical comforts of free in-room WiFi that actually works, while the straightforward self-parking means more time enjoying the lake and less time worrying about logistics.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Single Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a radiator, and a trash bin.

Standard 2 Bedrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Au Train, Autrain Motel is near the beach. Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Eagle Falls Adventure Golf and Alger County Fairgrounds. Visit our Au Train travel guide
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7598 Arbutus St, Au Train, MI, 49806

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by dense forest.
    Munising Falls
    19 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • A coastal cliff with a clear blue sea and a forested hilltop.
    Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
    25 min drive - 21.4 miles
  • Au Train Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Scott Falls
    1 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Northern Michigan University
    39 min drive - 40.8 miles

Getting around

  • Marquette, MI (MQT-Sawyer Intl.)
    50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Foggy's Steakhouse & Lounge
    7 min drive
  • The Brownstone Inn
    3 min drive
  • Au Train Cafe
    5 min drive
  • Zaf's Party Store
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Autrain Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Autrain Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Autrain Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Autrain Motel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Hiawatha National Forest and Lake Superior. Au Train Beach and Scott Falls are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Autrain Motel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

6.4

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 138 reviews

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jeff

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just gross. Dirty carpet, Smelly water that stains all the plumbing. Old furniture and everything is basically in disrepair. Can hear people in neighboring rooms. Windows worked, heat and air worked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple, budget friendly, great location, had most of what I needed, minimum necessities. Didn't have a good place in the room for clothing or to put a suitcase or bag; only 1 hanger, and it was for pants. TV was very small. No ventilation in the bathroom. Next to party house, sounded loud and violent at about 3am.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you need a minimalistic, clean, simple, no frills, place to stay that is an excellent value and located close to everything, this is a great place. We loved the store next door, they literally have everything one could need, and prepare really good fresh pasty's that are hot and ready and deli sandwiches. It is a mini grocery store, they have non ethanol premium on the pump. I was very happy with our stay there. The owners and employees are very kind people as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
National park conveniently close. Motel could use deadbolt on exterior door for safety. Windows needed lock replaced. Room ok but refrigerator was broken smelled awful if opened. Would not recommend a stay during warmer months.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine C

It was clean and welcoming, I love that it had two separate bedrooms and a little kitchenette. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff, clean motel and very convenient to have the grocery store right there.
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, unique, affordable. Staff was so nice. We needed someplace before hiking and it did the job.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Izzy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice for what it is. Felt safe and welcoming, short walk to the lake and short drives to pictured rocks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Amenities
Property was clean and employees were courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. Not luxurious but basic clean, comfortable rooms at a good price. Excellent value! Very close to the Au Train beach and adjacent grocery, and an easy drive to Munising.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Susette

This is a very adequate humble unit. It has all the necessary amenities like coffee, fridge , toaster and microwave. It's quite alright.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect location, clean room, short walk to Ice cream and beautiful beach! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sheri

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

Nicest owners abd staff

Great experience..everyone was amazing. They have a general store that has everything you need
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice small older rooms. Nice quiet beach and National park near by. Quiet area..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just what we needed. A basic room for a good night's sleep, very near Lake Superior
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and there are lots of yummy treats at the store and the most beautiful beaches within a few steps. Couldn’t ask for a better stop.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Alice

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked that it was a block off Lake Superior. Even though it was old,, we didn’t mind that. But the carpet was dirty and torn, only HOT water n the shower, the bed was hard but the bedding was clean!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful, sheets were new and clean! Walking distance to Lake Superior and AuTrain beach. Tiny, quaint motel. Great stop on my UP journey. Handmade, fresh pastie too!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Leif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean,bed sheets were clean. The shower was hot. Only thing was the tv was small,overall we enjoyed it. Would stay again Also the pasties,were great...
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is close to Munising/ Pictured Rocks, just a short scenic drive away on M28. It is a short walk to Au Train beach on Lake Superior. The carry-out pizza restaurant Northwoods across the street has delicious pizza. The grocery store next to this motel has delicious meat pasties.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite the hard bed and aged faciity, the staff was excellent and accommodating to our every request from helping with the wifi to providing ice, and chilling our wine. I especially loved their friendliness and genuine concern.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Very clean small room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Disliked: Staff & service
You get what you pay for. Bathroom was tiny & no hairdryer. Fortunately we only needed it for the night. It was clean & the bed was comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
It was everything I expected it to be on a shoestring budget. I read all the reviews, looked at the pictures, and went prepared. The staff was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024