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Lakeside Motor Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Lake Huron

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cottage, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
8654 Lake Street, Port Austin, MI, 48467

What's nearby

  • Port Austin State Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bird Creek Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bird Creek Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Port Crescent State Park - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf - 14 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Moon Ice Cream - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grindstone General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pak's Backyard - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tap Room - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Bank 1884 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Lakeside Motor Lodge

Motel near Lake Huron
Located close to Bird Creek Golf Club, Lakeside Motor Lodge provides a firepit and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, charcoal grills, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A nature reserve and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Lakeside Motor Lodge offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.0 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: 3 percent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.0 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

Lakeside Motor Lodge Port Austin
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Lakeside Motor Lodge Motel Port Austin

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakeside Motor Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10 AM–10 PM.

Is Lakeside Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakeside Motor Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Motor Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Lakeside Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Lakeside Motor Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Port Austin, this motel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Huron and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Bird Creek Golf Club. Port Crescent State Park and Huron County Nature Center and Wilderness Arboretum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Lakeside Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 145 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect getaway for all things Thumb. Jennifer at the front desk was incredibly nice and accommodating... recommended local eateries and ice cream places. Made for a perfect getaway...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here a couple of times, easy walk to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Family get away

Great stay close to the beach and town for walking
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

TROY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We liked the room the servic was friendly and efficient
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Small and clean but room really needs a small coffee maker and and microwave in the room. I would stay there again because it was affordable and central to town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The easiest check-in I've ever had. The pool is amazing. It's worth staying there just for the pool. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for a short stay. Small room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Pool was beautiful, room was small but clean but you just sleep in room so all in all a great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

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

Nice motel

Nice place, the stay was pleasant, the check in flawless, location really good, walking distance to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in walking or riding bikes distance to town and the beach. It was very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, warm and staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The beds were older but comfortable. The rest of the room was good and clean. The manager was great. Close to everything. No carpet which was a bonus. I definitely would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pool and hot tub! Loved the large shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Decent place right in town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We LOVED this place to stay. Yes, the rooms are small and could use a little update, but, the ease of check-in, close proximity to everything, and the POOL! THE POOL! It is beautiful, perfect, comfortable chairs... just perfect. I hope to stay at this motel again next summer. Absolutely loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very quiet place and very clean. It was near the beach area and everything was in a walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the lake, lots of things to do within walking distance. Staff not particularly friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

maureen, Macomb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, rooms are very outdated and small, but they are clean and all you need to sleep. Staff is very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very basic, but the beds were large and comfortable. The location is excellent and my kids loved the pool and hot tub. I could never get the Wifi to work, but overall a really good time. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location and cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little place, very clean room. Staff were very helpful when we left something behind.

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was nicely decorated and comfortable. The carpet seemed worn out. The staff was very friendly and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023