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Lakeside Resort and Conference Center

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel on the beach, with free water park

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor wedding area
Private beach
Lakeside Resort offers tranquil water views and family-friendly amenities. Start with free breakfast, then enjoy the indoor pool with waterslide. Kids love the playground and arcade, while parents appreciate the restaurant's children's menu. Attentive staff praised.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • On private beach
Beach

On the beach

This hotel has a private beach. Listen to the sound of the waves while taking a stroll on the sandy beach. Fishing is a noteworthy activity worth checking out nearby.

Children's play area - outdoor
Beach

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lake View | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
100 Clearview Dr., Houghton Lake, MI, 48629

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Brian's Lakeside Marina - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Quest Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Roscommon Township Hall - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 10 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Little Boots Country Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Northshore Lounge - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Lakeside Resort and Conference Center

Family-friendly hotel by the lake
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, free water park access, and a playground at Lakeside Resort and Conference Center. The on-site family restaurant, Lakeside Bar and Grille, features kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with a waterslide
  • Free self parking
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, a vending machine, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Private yards, refrigerators, and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lakeside Bar and Grille

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10,000 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • On a private beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 25 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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:

  • Resort fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Pool access

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 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; cash is not accepted
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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Lakeside Resort Houghton Lake
Lakeside Houghton Lake
Comfort Suites Lakeside Hotel Houghton Lake
Houghton Lake Comfort Suites
Lakeside And Conference Center
Lakeside Resort and Conference Center Hotel
Lakeside Resort and Conference Center Houghton Lake
Lakeside Resort and Conference Center Hotel Houghton Lake

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakeside Resort and Conference Center have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Lakeside Resort and Conference Center pet-friendly?

Yes, Lakeside Resort and Conference Center allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lakeside Resort and Conference Center?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Resort and Conference Center?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Resort and Conference Center?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Resort and Conference Center located?

Nestled on the beach, this Houghton Lake hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Houghton Lake and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Brian's Lakeside Marina and Quest Golf Club are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Lakeside Resort and Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 637 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 637 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 637 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 637 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 637 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely place to stay with a great experiences on Houghton Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were excellent. The in house restaurant's food was exceptional. We enjoy the water park. Had a wonderful stay. We stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love it here. Only place we will stay in Houghton Lake
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the place. I’ll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property clean great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was nice that the property is right on Houghton Lake with a pretty lawn out back. The room was clean and comfortable and all staff I encountered very pleasant. Balcony was not clean--lots of dead bugs, cobwebs. It was a nice place to sit but there was a large group on the lawn under the balcony playing loud music on an outdoor speaker for HOURS.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel! Kids enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh

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

awesome place

spectacular sunrise view . very clean. They can have EV chargers in parking space. will be helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not clean. Water park was disgusting. Rude staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They charge your card improperly Come into your room at night while you’re asleep And the staff treat you very poorly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Amenities
Always love tjis place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views Very nice hotel Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great, place is always clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lake view beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mollie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here a few times its consistently fair and there is a bar with good food attached and is in an excellent location to hit a lot of ORV trails from.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

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

Perfect!!

Everything was wonderful!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel is older and rooms could use some updating. The water park area is great. Restaurant was good and the staff at the hotel was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly at check in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Vanssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had a great time it was clean but not very updated
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good times.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very spacious rooms, beautiful view. A little too pricey for the condition of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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