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Harbor Lights Resort

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Lake Michigan

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Photo gallery for Harbor Lights Resort

A marina with boats, a lighthouse, and a residential area with houses and a parking lot.
A marina with several boats docked, a grassy area in the foreground, and a clear sky.
A row of multi-story buildings with balconies, a grassy area in front, and a paved road.
A living room with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, a fireplace, and a television.
A beach with sand dunes and a lighthouse in the distance.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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15 S. Second Street, Frankfort, MI, 49635
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

A living room with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, a fireplace, and a television.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 740 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a small table, and a chair. There are two wall-mounted lamps and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Frankfort

On the beach.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts and a 5-minute walk from Lake Michigan. Frankfort Beach and Betsie Lake are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Frankfort Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Frankfort Light - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Parkview Taproom - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Harbor Lights Resort

Beachfront hotel near Lake Michigan
Harbor Lights Resort offers its guests a marina, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. Harbor Lights Resort also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free.

This Frankfort hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Harbor Lights Resort offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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, 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Harbor Lights Frankfort
Harbor Lights Resort
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Harbor Lights Hotel Frankfort
Harbor Lights Hotel Condominiums
Harbor Lights Resort Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Harbor Lights Resort to the airport?

Harbor Lights Resort is 31.1 mi (48-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Harbor Lights Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Harbor Lights Resort.

How close is Harbor Lights Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Harbor Lights Resort offer free breakfast?

Harbor Lights Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Harbor Lights Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Harbor Lights Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Harbor Lights Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Harbor Lights Resort have a pool?

Harbor Lights Resort features an indoor pool.

Does Harbor Lights Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Harbor Lights Resort to downtown Frankfort?

Harbor Lights Resort is 0.5 mi away from Frankfort.

Harbor Lights Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 707 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 707 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 707 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 707 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 707 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

We only stayed one night but would come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our place was so lovely. It was clean, well maintained and equipped with all the amenities of a home. Plus, we could see the lighthouse from our window!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Friendly and perfect spot for quiet escape.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, staff were all very friendly, and the beach was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Every staff member we interacted with was wonderful and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived early and we were able to check in early which was really nice. The food is amazing and the room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great amenities, wonderful location
View from hotel beac
Living room and kitchen in king suite
View from living room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generous size, clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

HEATHER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and affordable, and walking distance to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
right off the beach..perfect location in frankfort...comfy beds..I've stayed before and I'll stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable! Staff was knowledgeable and friendly! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Room was easy to check into. My only complaint is for more pillows and an additional trash can.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk was friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lake views. Walked downtown for dinner and coffee in the morning. Great cafes and dining nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient,clean. Had a great experience. Highly recommend and plan on staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We go for the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for exploring Frankfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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