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Inn at the Alpine

2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay near Portage Lake

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Garden
Lobby lounge
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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8127 Chippewa Hwy, Bear Lake, MI, 49614
  • Portage Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Little River Casino
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Park View | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Park View

  • 384 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 384 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The Lodge, 4 Queen Beds | Living room | LCD TV, toys

The Lodge, 4 Queen Beds

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

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
  • James Lake - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Little River Casino - 10 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Pierport Beach - 17 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Arcadia Bluffs Golf Course - 20 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeside Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Grille 44 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Glenwood - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rosie's Place - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Blue Slipper Tavern - ‬3 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.

Languages

English

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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

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
Inn Alpine Budget Host Bear Lake
Inn Alpine Budget Host
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 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn at the Alpine on Jul 1, 2025 start from $250.0, 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 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. 239 out of 438 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 438 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 438 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 438 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 438 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Joshua, Valparaiso

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Real nice folks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We LOVE the Alpine. It's in a quiet location and the staff are wonderful! The rooms are always spotlessly clean. The Alpine is no-frills, but that makes it nice. Just a quaint, quiet place to relax in a spacious, clean room. The staff are friendly and courteous and We've stayed there twice now, and both stays were excellent. Much better than in one of the "brand name" hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kricia, St Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Fall tour

We stay here on our fall anniversary trips from time to time. Very close to casino. Clean and very quiet.
View of parking lot towards road
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful. Nice and clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

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

Quaint and cute

Wonderfully adorable motel in a lake town. Was there for business and enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Karen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people who run it are very nice but the bed is horribly hard, the soap has rough particles and is not nice to use
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn, Naperville

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was more spacious then a regular hotel room. Owners were very frindly. Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is super clean. Staff is very friendly beds are comfortable more to say.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rich

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We used this place as a base for our visiting many different places around the area each day. Very close to Onekama and Arcadia where we did a lot of hiking. The breakfast discount at Lakeside Cafe in Bear Lake was used every morning. We were in room 112 and unfortunately the dead bolt did not line up properly with the door; therefore we were not able to secure our door with that extra safety precaution.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ned

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just needed a place to sleep. We weren't there much. It was 2 minutes from our first event, so that was great. The bed was fine. The water is from a well, so we weren't used to the taste. The staff was outstanding. It was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn't expect this modest hotel to be so nice. The rooms smelled fresh and we could open the window to allow in the fresh air (a plus for us). It was extremely quiet despite being full capacity. We received coupon for discount on breakfast and really enjoyed the local eatery. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great stay

Pork chop the dog was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Heather

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great for day trips to areas around onekema,crystal mt and Frankfurt. Sad to arrive and find my room was filthy and when I brought it to the manager’s attention they apologized but their comment of well it’s not the Hilton still sticks with me also their website had pic of a pool and they list bonfire area neither of these amenities were there
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Courtney

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little putt putt course was sone nice to pass the time with.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

MICHAEL, Canton

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