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Big Bear Lodge

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Alpena motel

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Front of property - evening/night
Fireplace
Property amenity
Porch
Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, freezer

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2052 US Highway 23 S., Alpena, MI, 49707
  • Place, Starlite Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lee's Miniature Golf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 614 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View | 2 bedrooms, 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

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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 - 0.3 miles
  • Starlite Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lee's Miniature Golf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Northern Lights Arena - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pompeyo’s Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬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.

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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 provided

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 staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 Sep 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Bear Lodge on Oct 8, 2025 start from $95.0, 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.

Reviews

Big Bear Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 647 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 647 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 647 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 647 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 647 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

PAULA

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quaint Mom & Pop owned property. Enjoyed my stay. Convenient to town and nice view of Lake Huron.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners. Beach was just across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

The motel was clean but outdated. Dark paint on the wall and dark window curtains makes the room feel closed in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffery, Cedar Park

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was exact like it was described and captured in photos on Expedia. It’s a nice, clean, comfortable, roadside motel. The owners were super friendly and every have us great suggestions for dinner. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Its a very nice mom and pop resort.The owners were very friendly really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Pamela

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very old, not kept up, not very clean (baseboards, window sills etc). Beds very soft/uncomfortable. Our first room had ants & we had to move to another. People who worked desk were nice tho. That's all I can say good about the place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Rainbow

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff is friendly and the motel is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Small room, but comfortable. Clean and quiet. Pleasant hosts. Great location across from Lake Huron.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place had an old school vibe which I really liked. The woman that owns the place with her husband was very personable and made a good suggestion for dinner. Once in my room it seemed like I was transported to the North woods, besides being very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful day. Comfortable beds, quiet, amazing decor. Very friendly owners. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very quite. Very clean. Would definitely come back to this place again!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with group
Good beds comfortable, clean, good location, friendly staff, Knowledgeable about the area. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet snd peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sharron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is small but, well kept. The rooms are very clean and have a refrigerator and television. There is space for your suitcase. The only thing it was lacking was good internet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean but used too much Lysol. Had to air out room for an hour.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here again. Not sure what the he area might be like at summers peak, but quiet in late spring
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Great Place to Stay

Great place to stay. Warm hospitality from the owners along with a nice experience with the overall quality and stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

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

Very nice

Very nice place! The beds are super comfy. Probably one of the best hotel beds ive slept on in my travels
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

chayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay here if you need a place to stay 😁
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025