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Crooked River Lodge

2.5 star property
Enjoy the indoor pool at this Alanson hotel

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Exterior
Exterior
River View Stairway Access Family Suite | Private kitchen
River View Stairway Access Family Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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6845 US 31 N, Alanson, MI, 49706
  • Place, Crooked Lake
  • Place, Petoskey State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Nub's Nob Ski Area
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub | Living area | TV

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Alanson

On river.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Alanson hotel, you'll find Crooked Lake and Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery. Also, Cheboiganing Preserve is within 3 miles (5 km) and Pickerel Lake is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Petoskey State Park - 15 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 21 min drive - 13.3 miles
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 22 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Odawa Casino - 24 min drive - 15.8 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Saw North - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alanson Depot Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bob's Place - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Crooked River Lodge

Enjoy the indoor pool at this Alanson hotel
Crooked River Lodge offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Crooked River Lodge. Self parking is free.

This Alanson hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Crooked River Lodge offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. This Alanson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Kayaking

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 3 to April 10:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Crooked River Lodge to the airport?

Crooked River Lodge is 8.4 mi (13-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Crooked River Lodge?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crooked River Lodge on Nov 10, 2025 start from $112.49, 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 Crooked River Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Crooked River Lodge.

How close is Crooked River Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 11.2 mi (19-min drive) from Devoe Beach and 11.5 mi (19-min drive) from Harbor Springs Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Crooked River Lodge offer free breakfast?

Crooked River Lodge offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Crooked River Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Odawa Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Crooked River Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Crooked River Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Crooked River Lodge have a pool?

Crooked River Lodge features an indoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from April 3 to April 10.

Does Crooked River Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Crooked River Lodge to downtown Alanson?

Crooked River Lodge is 0.5 mi away from Alanson.