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Sunset Motel On The Bay

Property class: 2.5
Guests relax lakeside at Sunset Motel On The Bay while friendly staff handle the details, or they can fire up the barbecue grills for peaceful evenings

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A lakeside view with chairs on the grass, a bench, and a distant shoreline. - Sunset Motel On The Bay (Munising)
A wooden-paneled room with a bed, a nightstand, and a window with curtains. - Sunset Motel On The Bay (Munising)
A room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a window with curtains. - Sunset Motel On The Bay (Munising)
A room with wooden paneling, a television, a small refrigerator, a sofa, and a dining table with a vase of flowers. - Sunset Motel On The Bay (Munising)
A motel with a corrugated metal roof, a stone wall, and a signboard. - Sunset Motel On The Bay (Munising)
Travelers find tranquility and comfort at this lakeside retreat. The motel offers practical amenities like warm to-go breakfast, barbecue facilities, in-room WiFi, free self-parking, and attentive staff for a hassle-free stay.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa Bed, Kitchen, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Two Rooms, 1 Queen bed in each room, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View, 2nd Floor

7.0 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Private Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Two Rooms, 1 Double Bed in Each Room, Kitchen, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Upstairs, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Sunset Vacation Home

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bay Vacation Home

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Munising, Sunset Motel On The Bay is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Visit our Munising travel guide
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1315 Bay St, Munising, MI, 49862

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by dense forest.
    Munising Falls
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • An ice cave with icicles hanging from the ceiling and a view of the beach outside.
    Grand Island
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • A coastal cliff with a clear blue sea and a forested hilltop.
    Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
    8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Pictured Rocks Golf Club
    5 min drive - 3.4 miles

Restaurants

  • Eh! Burger
    4 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    4 min drive
  • Duck Pond Eatery
    11 min drive
  • Miner’s Pasties And Ice Cream
    4 min drive
  • Hardee's
    4 min drive

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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 on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • On a lake
  • 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.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 14 and May 1.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 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 available for USD 10.00 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per stay

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Motel On The Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Motel On The Bay?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sunset Motel On The Bay?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sunset Motel On The Bay located?

Situated in Munising, this beach hotel is steps from Lake Superior and Hiawatha National Forest. Tannery Falls and Munising Memorial Hospital are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sunset Motel On The Bay Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 395 out of 928 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 928 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 928 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 928 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 928 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Keith

Great sunset view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Abbas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had small kitchen, nice touch. Staff are great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on the shores of Lake Superior. Comfortable outdoor space for sitting and relaxing. Great and helpful staff, allowed early check-in since our room had already been cleaned.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was absolutely beautiful, and the room was very clean! The only suggestion I have would be to offer assigned parking, as it would make the stay even more convenient. Overall, we had a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marcin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay here. It's an older motel, but well maintained. Room was clean, area was quiet and can't beat the view looking at the bay. Our room, on 2nd floor, had a good layout. Kitchen and tv area had a good seperation from the bedroom. Appreciated having the chairs and tables by the water to enjoy the view and have a snack.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth R

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, cute on outside, inside rooms old and musty, mold in bathroom and air conditioning unit. Ants in kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful older motel with comfortable beds. Pretty clean. Could use maintenance but would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room. It is an older motel, but very clean and lovely amenities. The sunset was fabulous!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think we were visiting early in the season for them. A couple lightbulbs were out, but they changed them while we went to dinner. Grab and go breakfast is pretty basic, but fine. Pull out bed was ok for kids, but adults probably would be uncomfortable. Main beds were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome view. Room was clean, comfortable, and spacious. Facility is showing its age and needs TLC. Breakfast was minimal - enough if you want to grab and go, but not a meal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Davidina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Lovely location and view. Spacious. No kitchen soap or dish cloth to do the dishes. Well used kitchen pots and pans.Continental breakfast is very basic but filled the gap
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

AYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We came in pretty late but got the entire cottage to ourselves Had full amenities and was cozy for the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a mid century Schitts creek type motel. I mean that in the best way possible. Not for the Beougie! But it is awesome. Rooms are clean and well taken care of. This place is literally right on Lake Superior! The price was fantastic and there were chairs and picnic tables right there to watch the sunset. Which in and of itself was worth the price of admission. The outside doors and common area create a little sense of old school community. Creature comforts yes, but prima donna not so much. Plus shuffle board! We had so much fun and it is right next to downtown Munising.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of the bay from our room was AMAZING!!! Our room was also very clean. We had the room with a balcony and a king-sized bed. The mini-fridge was bigger than I expected. The coffee pot was a four-cup drip-style. The microwave was small but worked well. As a motel, it is nice; it needs a little updating, but nothing that prevented us from enjoying our stay. They are dog-friendly... which is a huge plus for us. The common area had a lawn with nice grass, public charcoal grills, chairs, tables, and free ice. If you are noise-sensitive, be aware that there is a commercial facility down the road that you can hear the low hum of the machinery.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Amenities
A very nice vintage motel with beautiful waterfront location. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, good price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room with view of the bay, and a friendly host.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, but oddly crowded. Narrow spaces to navigate in room (2 beds) and in shower area. It was comfortable, but many noises throughout the night, included the sound of water dripping (slow to rapid, then stop for a bit, then repeat) coming from ceiling it seemed. Maybe refrigerator noise? who knows. But it kept one of us up a bit. Some loud clunks as well -- may have been screen doors from other units, but it seemed odd.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chuck

Liked: Staff & service
The room was clean with great view and close to many attractions. Staff was very nice and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice view at end of bay and outside seating. nice employees and guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the view.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I do not recommend the Sunset room/house. I was happy to find a place that gave me and my two teenagers room to spread out for two nights. Unfortunately the building is falling apart. Only half the lights work and the ones that do work flicker. The paint is falling off the walls in sheets. The exterior door let in water. The windows are unusable because the screens are all broken. The blinds are broken. It smells bad and dirty. There is no AC in one of the bedrooms. The flooring is uneven. The ceilings have water stains. Only half the water comes out of the shower head, the rest keeps flowing from the faucet. The whole place is rundown. I was expecting old and quaint, but we got a place that is ready to be torn down. In addition the breakfast is barely continental. Packaged muffins, yogurt cups and cheese sticks. The staff were not friendly. The positives include comfortable beds and the kitchen was clean and the area is quiet. The washer/dryer worked and Wi-Fi worked well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Motel was clean and comfortable. The decor was retro and brought back memories of travel in the 60S and 70s.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025