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Harbor Light Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Lake Michigan in Ellison Bay

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Garden
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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12666 Hwy 42, Gills Rock, Ellison Bay, WI, 54210
  • Place, The Clearing Folk School
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Linden Gallery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Newport State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Country View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Galleon

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Spinnaker

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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First Mate (2nd floor stair access) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

First Mate (2nd floor stair access)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Commodore (2nd floor stair access) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Commodore (2nd floor stair access)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ellison Bay

In Ellison Bay .At this Ellison Bay hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 3 miles (5 km) of Northport Pier. The Clearing Folk School and Linden Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • The Clearing Folk School - 6 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Linden Gallery - 6 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Newport State Park - 8 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Ellison Bluff State Natural Area - 8 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Sister Bay Marina - 13 min drive - 12.1 miles

Getting around

  • Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Orchard Cider - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mink River Basin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kick Ash Products - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Smokehouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rowleys Bay Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Harbor Light Inn

Hotel near Lake Michigan in Ellison Bay
As a guest of Harbor Light Inn, you'll find a sauna, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Harbor Light Inn also features a garden, a picnic area, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This Ellison Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Harbor Light Inn offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM 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

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 4 children 13 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Harbor Light Inn Ellison Bay
Harbor Light Ellison Bay
The Harbor Light Inn Ellison Bay
The Harbor House Hotel Ellison Bay
Harbor Light Inn Hotel
Harbor Light Inn Ellison Bay
Harbor Light Inn Hotel Ellison Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Harbor Light Inn to the airport?

Harbor Light Inn is 190.7 mi (203-min drive) away from the Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Harbor Light Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Harbor Light Inn.

How close is Harbor Light Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 9.7 mi (14-min drive) from Waterfront Park and 9.8 mi (15-min drive) from Sister Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Harbor Light Inn offer free breakfast?

Harbor Light Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Harbor Light Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Harbor Light Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Harbor Light Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Harbor Light Inn have a pool?

Harbor Light Inn does not have a pool.

Does Harbor Light Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Harbor Light Inn to downtown Ellison Bay?

Harbor Light Inn is 0.2 mi away from Gills Rock.

Harbor Light Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 379 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

John Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place is awesome would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love to stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

ALAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great Stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the area…the room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location worked well for our interests in the area. We took advantage of the firepit and chairs for seating around the firepit. We will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed out stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Behzad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good and we had a great time there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view to Lake Michigan, comfortable room, nice kitchen area available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the amazing experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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

A beautiful space

We enjoyed our stay at Harbor Light inn! Our room was comfy and the outdoor space was beautiful! A perfect Door County destination.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect cozy Inn close to the water and dining!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and linens. Beds were comfortable. Perfect for a girls weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting property- quaint comfortable- definitely can hear your neighbors but everyone was polite and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place, view of bay.

Easy check in ! Great view! Cozy place. Although older building , it was clean and in great condition and in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, quiet, bed was very comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Beautiful area with a great view. I had a fantastic experience and I will definitely look in to staying here again on my next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, great location for Washington Island day. Comfortable beds ,great pressure on shower would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful place, needs little bit of better dusting of the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and super nice hosts!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone had a great time! Sauna was out of order but than that all was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Awesome place

This was an amazing place to stay. Had an amazing view of bay. Awesome sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

JulieAnne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and peaceful. It met all our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023