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Hillcrest Motel

2.5 star property
Motel near Hiawatha National Forest in Rapid River

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Terrace/patio
Superior Cabin | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Cabin | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Point of interest

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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10154 US-2, Rapid River, MI, 49878
  • Place, Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Little Bay de Noc
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Signature Double Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Signature Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Cabin | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Rapid River

In Rapid River .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Hiawatha National Forest and 2 miles (3 km) of Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail with a stay here. Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail and Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Little Bay de Noc - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail - 4 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail - 5 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Rapid River Ski Trail - 7 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swallow Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rapid River Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wally's Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Pantry - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hillcrest Motel

Motel near Hiawatha National Forest in Rapid River
Free breakfast is served daily. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Rapid River motel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hillcrest Motel offers 10 accommodations. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. This Rapid River motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hillcrest Motel to the airport?

Hillcrest Motel is 20.2 mi (23-min drive) away from the Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hillcrest Motel?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillcrest Motel on Jun 17, 2026 start from $107, 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 Hillcrest Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hillcrest Motel.

How close is Hillcrest Motel to the beach?

This motel is 9.7 mi (12-min drive) from Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach and 18.7 mi (23-min drive) from Escanaba Public Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hillcrest Motel offer free breakfast?

Hillcrest Motel offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hillcrest Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Hillcrest Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hillcrest Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Hillcrest Motel have a pool?

Hillcrest Motel does not have a pool.

Does Hillcrest Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Hillcrest Motel to downtown Rapid River?

Hillcrest Motel is 1.9 mi away from Rapid River.

Hillcrest Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 228 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very clean, best we have seen! The ease of checking in was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check in. Room was warm and clean. Happy they had WiFi and a Roku TV was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fantastic. Check-in was very easy. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very neat and pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was a great stay for the night!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bobbie jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was great-very easy, room was small but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room; easy access; convenent & close parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Amenities
Cute, clean, everything you needed, and we were only passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very neat and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pet friendly Clean rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

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

Very nice little motel

Pleasantly surprised! Great little motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Amenities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and the staff is amazing!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were so comfortable!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cute motel, clean, and accommodating. Owner was super nice, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick efficient checkin. Clean and quiet place to stay the night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julia j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, clean, parked right in front of room. Old school UP motel w updated amenities. A gem! Would stay again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, efficient space. Quick and easy for my son and dog to stay. We got snowed in during a storm and they were quick to get things plowed and helped everyone get out safely. Thank you for a clean and safe trip.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was super easy and a nice, clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My Dog loved the huge back yard.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super cute and very clean!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024