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Dunes Waterfront Resort

2.0 star property
Fun on the beach, near Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Travelers find a peaceful retreat at Dunes Waterfront Resort on Silver Lake's shoreline. Enjoy practical amenities like laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi with water views. Nearby, Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center offers extra entertainment.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Balcony

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Balcony

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Lakeside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
1180 N Shore Rd, Mears, MI, 49436

What's nearby

  • Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Upper Silver Lake - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Silver Lake State Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Little Sable Point Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce - 14 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Open Hearth Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Golden Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Frickin' Chicken Shack - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Golden Sands Bucket Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Dunes Waterfront Resort

Hotel near Silver Lake State Park
Located close to Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center and Upper Silver Lake, Dunes Waterfront Resort provides laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • 1 meeting room and luggage storage
Room features
All 72 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Guests must be 21 years old.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 13 and April 25.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
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, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit

Property is also known as

Dunes Waterfront Resort Mears
Dunes Waterfront Mears
Dunes Waterfront
Dunes Waterfront Resort Hotel
Dunes Waterfront Resort Mears
Dunes Waterfront Resort Hotel Mears

Frequently asked questions

Is Dunes Waterfront Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dunes Waterfront Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dunes Waterfront Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dunes Waterfront Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Dunes Waterfront Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mears hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Craig's Cruisers Family Fun Center, Upper Silver Lake, and Silver Lake State Park. Little Sable Point Lighthouse and Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Chamber of Commerce are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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