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Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Lake Michigan

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The Up North Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Restaurant
Interior detail
The Up North Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Wedgewood Room (2nd Floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant near Lake Michigan welcomes guests with an inviting lobby fireplace. Travelers appreciate in-room amenities like WiFi and coffee/tea service. The express check-out option ensures seamless departures for those on the move.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Vinology Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Vinology Room (2nd floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Serenity Room (2nd floor)

Serenity Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Serenity Room (2nd floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Windjammer (1st floor)

Windjammer (1st floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Windjammer (1st floor)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Barn Star (1st floor)

Barn Star (1st floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Barn Star (1st floor)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Herron Room (2nd floor)

Herron Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Herron Room (2nd floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Captain's Quarters (2nd Floor)

Captain's Quarters (2nd Floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Captain's Quarters (2nd Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Studio (2nd floor)

The Studio (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Studio (2nd floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Up North Room (2nd floor)

The Up North Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Up North Room (2nd floor)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Wedgewood Room (2nd Floor)

Wedgewood Room (2nd Floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Wedgewood Room (2nd Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Wanderer (1st floor)

The Wanderer (1st floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Wanderer (1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Oasis (1st floor)

Oasis (1st floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Oasis (1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Fern Deco (1st floor)

Fern Deco (1st floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Fern Deco (1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Music Room (2nd floor)

Music Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Music Room (2nd floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Beach Room (2nd floor)

Beach Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Beach Room (2nd floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Coppherhouse Room (2nd floor)

Coppherhouse Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Coppherhouse Room (2nd floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Silverwoods Room (2nd floor)

Silverwoods Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Silverwoods Room (2nd floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Maggie's Room (2nd Floor)

Maggie's Room (2nd Floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Maggie's Room (2nd Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
231 Main St., Frankfort, MI, 49635

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Frankfort Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Elberta Beach - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Birch & Maple - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant

Hotel near Lake Michigan
A fireplace in the lobby, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels

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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
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Hotel Restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1933
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, February, December, March, April, and November:
  • Dining venue(s)

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

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Sleeping Bear Frankfort
Sleeping Bear Inn
Sleeping Bear Inn Frankfort
Hotel Frankfort
Betsie Bay Hotel Frankfort
The Hotel Frankfort
Frankfort & Restaurant
Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant Hotel
Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant Frankfort
Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant Hotel Frankfort

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Betsie Lake and Lake Michigan. Frankfort Beach and Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 507 out of 808 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 808 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 808 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 808 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 808 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff were very friendly and helpful. Food was delicious and room service very convenient. Enjoyed the fireplace and seating area in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay in the wonderful beach town of Frankfort.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rakesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love local mom and pop owners and this small boutique hotel is not only owned by a new owners but one can make out that they care about their guests and staff. The patio dining was delightful and delicious. A short walk from the lighthouse and sunset beach made it an ideal location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had such a relaxing stay for my race for Ironman and so convenient. The bed was insanely comfortable and I loved the ease of the attached restaurant. All the staff was incredibly sweet and accommodating as well! I will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and the hotel was close to lots of shops for shopping and dining. Also, was very clean-would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A cozy, quiet, comfortable and clean place. Pricey but worth it. I’d love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

London

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff. Cute shopping area nearby and nice beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet, location within walking distance to the beach, shops, and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, staff friendly & helpful. Toilet height is very low & paper is thin & cheap
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here, room was extremely comfortable Restaurant food was amazing, wish they were open beyond 8pm but we made it work!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being able to walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and the location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with friendly staff and close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great time, i stayed 2 days. The staff was friendly and let me know if i needed anything to let them know. My room was clean and had a cozy feeling. It is right on the strip, which was in walking distance to the beach, the piers, and all the food and shopping i loved it. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice historic property just a few blocks from the lake. Friendly and attentive staff made our stay really enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoy the hotel it was an older hotel with a restaurant and bar. Walking distance from other restaurants and Storm Cloud Brewery.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy just being in Frankfort. The hotel is nice, people are friendly, and it's close to the local bars snd restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique, great overnight!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property, with friendly staff and conveniently located in downtown Frankfort. Making it easy to get tot he beach, shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely facility in an idyllic area. Walk to everything- shops, restaurants, and the beach! The restaurant is terrific, too! Perfect vacay location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing. Accomodating staff. We enjoyed the convenience to walk to beach and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good time, great view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely stay here again. The room was great, comfy bed and pillows. Had breakfast at the hotel restaurant and was pleasantly surprised how good it was. Friendly staff and love the town and all the things to do.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

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