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North Country American Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A North Country Inn with a signboard advertising amenities like HBO, phone, air conditioning, and free WiFi. - North Country American Inn (Kalkaska)
A staircase with blue carpeted steps, wooden handrails, and a red door at the top. - North Country American Inn (Kalkaska)
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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall. - North Country American Inn (Kalkaska)
A small, well-organized office with a coffee station, a water cooler, and various informational posters on the wall. - North Country American Inn (Kalkaska)
You can look forward to free to-go breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a snack bar/deli at North Country American Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a television, and a chair.

Signature Double Room

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a colorful quilt, two bedside lamps, a bedside table, and a round table.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Comfort Single Room

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a colorful quilt, bedside lamps, and a mirror on the wall.

Family Triple Room

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kalkaska, North Country American Inn is in the city center and near the airport. Twin Birch Golf Course and Grandview Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Torch Lake and South Boardman Preserve. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snow tubing and snowmobiling. Visit our Kalkaska travel guide
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502 South Cedar Street, Kalkaska, MI, 49646

What's nearby

  • Twin Birch Golf Course
    5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mud Lake
    8 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Timber Wolf Golf Club
    9 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Boardman Township Park
    10 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Crawford Lake
    12 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min walk
  • Burger King
    2 min drive
  • Subway
    2 min drive
  • Nico's Pizza
    20 min walk
  • Trout Town Country Cafe
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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
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
Alcohol is not served at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is North Country American Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at North Country American Inn?

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

What time is check-out at North Country American Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is North Country American Inn located?

Located in the heart of Kalkaska, this motel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Twin Birch Golf Course and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Smith Lake. Island Lake and Mud Lake are also within 6 mi (10 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

North Country American Inn Reviews

6.0

6.2

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

7.0

Staff & service

5.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 620 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 620 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 620 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 112 out of 620 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 138 out of 620 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean, plenty of parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst property I have ever seen. Disgustingly dirty and out dated. Toilet paper roll half used. Shower filthy and moldy. Hair on wall. We didn’t stay. Staff was nice and supportive in cancelling due to above.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

Good Place, Hot Coffee and Friendly Staff

The coffee was hot and the person at the desk friendly. The place was clean and economical. We'd stay there again if we came that way.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fast, room clean, price good!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Amenities
Property in convient place. Staff was nice. Recommend for short stays
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as fancy as the new motels but the beds were comfortable and the staff was very helpful and friendly So for a clean quiet retreat a good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The young lady at check in was very friendly and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the helpfulness of the staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the woman working the front desk was excellent, very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Very Homey!

It’s a very homey place, clean and cozy. The staff is friendly and great!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deirdre T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This motel was nice and clean.. Check-in and check out were seamless. It is false advertising for the breakfast and the Egyptian cotton bedding lol..but I wasn't expecting much. The "breakfast" is Little Debbie snack ckes but the coffee is delicious. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tub and shower, microwave, fridge and freezer, free wifi, AC, clean and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. I would definitely stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place needs updating but was clean and the bed was comfortable. The gentleman at the front office was friendly and helpful. We would probably go back there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
OUR STAY WAS GOOD & THE ROOM WAS CLEAN ..We had a family reunion at KALKASKA RV CAMPGROUND. because my husband has been dealing with cancer. I designed to stay in the Inn over a cabin at the CAMPGROUND.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

bhadraiah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location and comfortable place

Met my request for upper floor room. Convenient location off highway. No noise issues.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Staff & service
Exactly what I wanted and expected… a good nights sleep and a very good price. No frills.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's an old school, road side inn. Inexpensive. Bed was comfortable. Guy at check in was kind. Room was small for a king sized bed but it worked.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Margaret

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at check-in was wonderful, but this property should not be listed on Orbitz. It was a very rundown motel that felt more like it rented rooms by the month. It had the bare minimum but honestly did not feel either safe or comfortable. I don't think anyone booking online would feel satisfied with this location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy and quick check i
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Frederic

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the place is filthy and disgusting. also, why is breakfast advertized? maybe a good thing, i can only imagine the cleanliness of the kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is dated and doesn't look so nice on the outside. But, the rooms are spacious: both the bathroom and the room with the beds. The furnishings are quite nice. As I drove up, I was dubious, yet ended up being very pleased with this accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is definitely on the lower end. Kind of a little sketchy, but the room I stayed in was clean enough. No breakfast per say, though there was some to go snacks. I was double charged on my card and was able to get a reimbursement within 2 days so I'm going to give it a good rating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Elmer

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Needs improvement.

Room it’s self was ok , no, it was half the size in footage that you advertised. I stayed there about 12 years ago and it was much nicer than it is now. I wont stay again. On a good note, the manager and staff were good, helpful and polite. Hotels, located within walking distance of downtown only couple blocks.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Liked: Staff & service
I simply want clean and a place to sleep. Driving up, the exterior appeared questionable, and I hoped the interior was not the same. I was pleasantly surprised to find a clean room with a comfortable bed, larger than normal fridge and microwave. The (manager?) made it a point to bring extra towels and make sure our stay was comfortable. Don't expect anything fancy and you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024