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Motel Bear Lake

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Pierport Beach

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BBQ/picnic area
Interior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Point of interest
Motel Bear Lake provides a comfortable haven near the bay where guests can gather around the firepit on cool evenings. The property features a tranquil garden, complimentary in-room WiFi, and a seasonal outdoor pool, with nature reserves waiting to be explored just minutes away.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Sep 12 - Sep 13
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View all photos for Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Pool View

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
12273 West St, Bear Lake, MI, 49614

What's nearby

  • Portage Lake - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Pierport Beach - 15 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 16 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Little River Casino - 18 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Crystal Mountain - 22 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosie's Place - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lake Side Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Glenwood - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Northwood Market - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Motel Bear Lake

Motel near Lake Michigan
Located close to Pierport Beach and Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course, Motel Bear Lake provides a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Motel Bear Lake feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Kitchenettes, mini fridges, and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

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 elevator

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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 27 to September 16
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Motel Bear Lake have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Motel Bear Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Motel Bear Lake?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel Bear Lake?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Motel Bear Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Motel Bear Lake located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pierport Beach, Lake Michigan, and Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course. Inspiration Point and Crystal Mountain are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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