Top Motels in Bear Lake in 2026

Q: What are the best motels in Bear Lake?

Motel Bear Lake : If driving, you'll be within 12 minutes of Lake Michigan. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Inn at the Alpine : Free WiFi, free parking and a picnic area are available during your stay. You'll be located within 13 minutes of Lake Michigan by car.

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Our top choices for Bear Lake motels

1. Motel Bear Lake

Bear Lake

Steven

฿5,091 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

2. Inn at the Alpine

Bear Lake

Colleen

฿6,513 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

3. Pleasant Valley Resort

Arcadia

Penny

฿4,272 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

4. Coastal Inn

Beulah

Emily

฿3,934 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

5. Scully's Manistee Outpost Motel

Manistee

Darryl

฿4,302 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

6. Riverside Motel and Marina Manistee

Manistee

Jon

฿2,720 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette

7. Coastal Suites Resort

Beulah

Lisa

฿5,220 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Cottage #1, 3 Bedrooms,Full Kitchen | Living area

8. Crystal Lake Resort

Beulah

Christine

฿5,331 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Top Bear Lake Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Manistee

8/10 Good

"I was surprised that the pool had keycard entry- then witnessed local kids were trying to gain access by saying they lost their keys. Fisherman’s breakfast Time was a lifesaver and they had a deep freezer for our use on the fishing trip. Beds were a little hard. It was clean. We had a maintenance issue that was resolved in record time. Staff was awesome all the way around. Our second fishing trip but a 100% better stay than the hotel the year before."

Coastal Inn

10/10 Excellent

"very nice property and perfect pool for adults and kids , also you can see wild life in the backwaters and even enjoy a campfire. the owners are very nice , also the staff. the amenities in the rooms are perfect. small refrigerator and microwave and all bathroom and shower needs . upgrade rooms have even more options we have stayed here before. great price and great location. breakfast available grab and go style with fresh fruit bananas and such . definitely recommend"

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Bear Lake Motels information

Number of reviews	2,285
Accommodation	11 Motels
Lowest Price	฿2,720
Highest Price	฿6,513

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Bear Lake?

When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Bear Lake. Top sights to visit include Lake Michigan.

What is a motel?

Motel properties often offer free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. In the US, motels boomed after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Bear Lake?

Motel Bear Lake: If driving, you'll be within 12 minutes of Lake Michigan. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Inn at the Alpine: Free WiFi, free parking and a picnic area are available during your stay. You'll be located within 13 minutes of Lake Michigan by car.

What things can I to do in Bear Lake?

Those who've visited Bear Lake like the lakeside. Take time for sightseeing and enjoy all there is to do in this family-friendly area. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Lake Michigan, Pierport Beach and Bear Lake. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: James Lake, Chestnut Hills Golf Course and Wolf River Golf Park.

What's the seasonal weather like in Bear Lake?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Bear Lake to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Bear Lake are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 38 cm of snowfall.

What are my options for getting around Bear Lake while staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Bear Lake to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is located 11.4 mi (18.3 km) away. You can also search for flights into Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital), which is 35.5 mi (57.2 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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