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Inn at the Alpine

2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay near Portage Lake

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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8127 Chippewa Hwy, Bear Lake, MI, 49614
  • Place, Portage Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, James Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Little River Casino
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 384 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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The Lodge, 4 Queen Beds | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Lodge, 4 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 750 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, Park View | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Park View

  • Park view
  • 384 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bear Lake

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Portage Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Heathlands Golf Course with a stay here. Douglas Valley Winery is within 6 miles (10 km) and Little River Casino is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Portage Lake - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Wolf River Golf Park - 5 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • James Lake - 5 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Heathlands Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Little River Casino - 8 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Laheys Public House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Northern Natural Cider House & Winery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Amigos Mexican Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lake Side Cafe - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Inn at the Alpine

Family-friendly stay near Portage Lake
As a guest of Inn at the Alpine, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Bear Lake motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1972
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Inn at the Alpine offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between January 1 and January 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Budget Host Alpine Motor
Budget Host Alpine Motor Bear Lake
Budget Host Alpine Motor Lodge Bear Lake
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Inn at the Alpine Motel
Inn at the Alpine Bear Lake
Inn at the Alpine by Budget Host
Inn at the Alpine Motel Bear Lake

Frequently asked questions

How close is Inn at the Alpine to the airport?

Inn at the Alpine is 7.9 mi (10-min drive) away from the Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Inn at the Alpine?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn at the Alpine on Jun 14, 2026 start from $132, including 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 Inn at the Alpine have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Inn at the Alpine.

How close is Inn at the Alpine to the beach?

This motel is 7.4 mi (13-min drive) from Manistee County Beaches and 8.9 mi (15-min drive) from Pierport Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Inn at the Alpine offer free breakfast?

Inn at the Alpine does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Inn at the Alpine?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Little River Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Inn at the Alpine?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Inn at the Alpine?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Inn at the Alpine have a pool?

Inn at the Alpine does not have a pool.

Does Inn at the Alpine have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Inn at the Alpine to downtown Bear Lake?

Inn at the Alpine is 4.2 mi away from Bear Lake.

Inn at the Alpine Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 497 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 497 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 497 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 497 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 497 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Friendly staff, excellent location for exploring the area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

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The staff was kind and the property was peaceanf so beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big and clean rooms and the staff was very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gina

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Great stay, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bart

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Very good spot for your Arcadia golf trips
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and for the price, the accommodations were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our trip was quick but very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place. Easy to get to...the owners are great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy checkin and overall very good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Pritish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property close to a scenic lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

MaryEllen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful grounds! Very clean room with nice comfortable beds. I will definitely stay again next time I’m in the area!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean nice size rooms and pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice little motel! The owners obviously care about it. Location is wonderful too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Nice place to stay

Went up for a wedding and got a good price at the Alpine Inn. Owners are renovating and were very friendly and helpful. Very clean and conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay. Very friendly check in and very smooth process. Room was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, staff was nice, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Loved our stay! Family friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful family owed place!! Great people, not too fancy but great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marijude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, safe and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and accommodating and the best part is they have ice available!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Asia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall cleanliness of rooms and location was excellent. Inn close to fun putt putt, tasty restaurants, Sleeping Bear dunes, Arcadia dunes, marsh and beach and Empire Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Restful bliss

Fantastic owners who work hard to make your stay affordable and enjoyable. Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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