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Inn at the Alpine

2.0 star property
Family-friendly motel in Bear Lake with free parking

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Inn at the Alpine, near Heathlands Golf Course and Portage Lake, offers families a welcoming stay. Kids love the playground and mini golf in the garden. Everyone enjoys the outdoor barbecue area with furniture. Guests can use bicycle parking and connect to WiFi in their rooms.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Park View | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Park View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 36 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The Lodge, 4 Queen Beds | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Lodge, 4 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Bear Lake, Inn at the Alpine is in a rural area and near a boardwalk/promenade. Inspiration Point is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portage Lake and Heathlands Golf Course. Douglas Valley Winery and Little River Casino are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing and snowboarding.
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Map
8127 Chippewa Hwy, Bear Lake, MI, 49614

What's nearby

  • Portage Lake - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • James Lake - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Little River Casino - 10 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Pierport Beach - 17 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 20 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosie's Place - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lake Side Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Laheys Public House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Glenwood - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Inn at the Alpine

Family-friendly motel near Portage Lake
Located close to Heathlands Golf Course, Inn at the Alpine provides mini golf, a garden, and a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, a TV in the lobby, and a fish cleaning table
  • Barbecue grills, smoke-free premises, and bicycle parking
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1972
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between January 1 and January 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

Budget Host Alpine Motor
Budget Host Alpine Motor Bear Lake
Budget Host Alpine Motor Lodge Bear Lake
Inn Alpine Budget Host Bear Lake
Inn Alpine Budget Host
Inn at the Alpine Motel
Inn at the Alpine Bear Lake
Inn at the Alpine by Budget Host
Inn at the Alpine Motel Bear Lake

Frequently asked questions

Is Inn at the Alpine pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Inn at the Alpine?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Inn at the Alpine?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Inn at the Alpine?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Inn at the Alpine located?

This family-friendly Bear Lake motel is located in a rural location, 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Portage Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Heathlands Golf Course and Douglas Valley Winery. Little River Casino and Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Inn at the Alpine Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 474 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 474 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 474 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 474 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 474 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Friendly staff, excellent location for exploring the area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good spot for your Arcadia golf trips
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place. Easy to get to...the owners are great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pritish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property close to a scenic lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and accommodating and the best part is they have ice available!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryEllen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful grounds! Very clean room with nice comfortable beds. I will definitely stay again next time I’m in the area!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sheridan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and the staff was very personable. Informed about coffee and ice being in the front office. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay. Very friendly check in and very smooth process. Room was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

We plan on returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was very nice upon arrival. We talked about things in the area as some of my family grew up nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our trip was quick but very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

shann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was friendly and helpful. Nice places for eating and drinking close by. Very clean!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t have a hairdryer in the room and was told they only put them in premium rooms. Not an issue as they did give us one. Last time we stayed in a regular room and we did have a hairdryer. Nice little motel will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful family owed place!! Great people, not too fancy but great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and for the price, the accommodations were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was simple and fast. The owner was very kind and knowledgeable about festivities going on in the area. The property was so nice looking! It’s tucked away in a quiet area of the main road. They have free put-put golf on site and a small playground for kids. (I didn’t pay much attention because we didn’t take our kids, but I think there were swings) I’m not sure why, but we were “upgraded” upon arrival. The room was very spacious! The bed was comfortable, the water was hot, the AC was cold. It was awesome! Only one thing would have made it more comfortable, and that would be either more pillows or thicker pillows. They were pretty flat. My husband and I will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older facility that the owners are working hard to update. It was very comfortable and Tanya and Kevin were great to work with.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kevin and Tonya have created a very special motel. Kevin is on the local tourism board and knowledgeable about the area. Both are nice and welcoming. The rooms are clean and don't break the bank. Convenient location. They offer locally-roasted coffee in the morning or a nice selection of tea and have a nice partnership with a local restaurant nearby for breakfast (large portions and delicious). I stayed here on a work trip, but would come back with family. This place reminded me of why family run motels were so popular for a time.. and would be again if they were all run like this. I definitely encourage you to support this great locally-owned business.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I wish i would have known there wasn't a hair dryer
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Real nice folks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! Family friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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