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Big Bear Lodge

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Alpena motel

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Big Bear Lodge

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Front of property - evening/night
Terrace/patio
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Partial Lake View | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Big Bear Lodge

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
2052 US Highway 23 S., Alpena, MI, 49707
  • Popular LocationThunder Bowl Lanes5 min walk
  • Popular LocationLee's Miniature Golf7 min walk
  • Popular LocationThunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary4 min drive
  • AirportAlpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)13 min drive

Room options

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Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View

  • 614 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View

  • 495 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

  • 226 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Partial Lake View

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Partial Lake View | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Partial Lake View

  • 301 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Alpena

Close to airport.You'll be steps from Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park and a 5-minute walk from Starlite Beach. Thunder Bowl Lanes and Lake Huron are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Thunder Bowl Lanes - 5 min walk
  • Lee's Miniature Golf - 7 min walk
  • Thunder Bay River Lighthouse - 3 min drive
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 4 min drive
  • Northern Lights Arena - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell - 3 min walk
  • Culver's - 5 min drive
  • Applebee's - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Player's Pub & Grub - 3 min drive

About this property

Big Bear Lodge

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Alpena motel
As a guest of Big Bear Lodge, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Big Bear Lodge also features a garden and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Alpena motel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Big Bear Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Alpena motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 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; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Big Bear Lodge Alpena
Big Bear Alpena
Big Bear Lodge Motel
Big Bear Lodge Alpena
Big Bear Lodge Motel Alpena

Frequently asked questions

How close is Big Bear Lodge to the airport?

Big Bear Lodge is 7.6 mi (14-min drive) away from the Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Bear Lodge?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Bear Lodge on May 5, 2024 start from $84.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Big Bear Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Big Bear Lodge.

How close is Big Bear Lodge to the beach?

This motel is a short 4-minute walk from Starlite Beach and 0.8 mi (1-min drive) from Thomson Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Big Bear Lodge offer free breakfast?

Big Bear Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Big Bear Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Big Bear Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Big Bear Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Big Bear Lodge have a pool?

Big Bear Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Big Bear Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Big Bear Lodge to downtown Alpena?

Big Bear Lodge is 1.3 mi away from Alpena.

Big Bear Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 467 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 467 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 467 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 467 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 467 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrea

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

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, no frills motel. Old school. Staff was great, rooms were cozy and comfortable. Only concern was some damaged weather stripping at the base of the door allowing cold air to come in, but easily fixable. I’d stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It seemed very "ma & pa" in a good way. We would call the overall feel to be vintage also in a good way. With microwave and charming refrigerator/freezer along with a hair dryer, and nice flat screen it had all the modern amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have always had a nice stay and the staff are friendly. It is nice to walk across the road to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fine for a vintage facility. The rooms were clean, comfortable and quiet. There were dining options nearby, although no food was available at the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They go way beyond a hotel-excellent service!
Excellent place to stay. I left my buddies jacket behind and they even called me and are shipping it to me. How’s that for service? BTW the hotel is a outstanding and fun place to stay. Very clean with great shower pressure
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

marcia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older motel owners great across from beach quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was adorable. Very clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023