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Harbor Light Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Lake Michigan

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Front of property
Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Balcony
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | View from room
Harbor Light Inn sits on Lake Michigan's shoreline, offering travelers a quiet escape complete with a garden retreat. Guests can relax in the sauna, use the barbecue grills, or simply enjoy terrace views. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected when needed.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

First Mate

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Country Door

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Spinnaker

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Galleon

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Commodore

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Ellison Bay, Harbor Light Inn is in a rural area. Ellison Bay Pottery Studios and Linden Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Northport Pier and Deer Run Golf Course.
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12666 Hwy 42, Gills Rock, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210

What's nearby

  • Northport Pier - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Newport State Park - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Sister Bay Marina - 17 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Sister Bay Beach - 18 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Schoolhouse Beach Park - 51 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mink River Basin Supper Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Smokehouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Island Orchard Cider - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Point Grille - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Rowleys Bay Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Harbor Light Inn

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a sauna at Harbor Light Inn. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and 1 meeting room
  • Barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the location
Room features
All guestrooms at Harbor Light Inn include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and irons/ironing boards
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 13 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Harbor Light Inn Ellison Bay
Harbor Light Ellison Bay
The Harbor Light Inn Ellison Bay
The Harbor House Hotel Ellison Bay
Harbor Light Inn Hotel
Harbor Light Inn Ellison Bay
Harbor Light Inn Hotel Ellison Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Harbor Light Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Harbor Light Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Harbor Light Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Harbor Light Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Harbor Light Inn located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Michigan and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Northport Pier. The Clearing Folk School and Ellison Bay Pottery Studios are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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