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Hillcrest Motel

2.5 star property
Motel near Hiawatha National Forest in Rapid River

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Enjoy a serene view of the surrounding landscape from this outdoor seating area.
Guest rooms feature porches and comfortable seating areas.
Enjoy a serene beach experience with access to the ocean.
Guests can enjoy a covered outdoor space with windows and doors, a railing, and parking nearby.
Cozy retreat with a small table, two chairs, and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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10154 US-2, Rapid River, MI, 49878
  • Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Escape to a serene log cabin surrounded by lush woods and a scenic autumn landscape.

Superior Cabin

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

View all photos for Signature Double Room

Two beds with matching bedding, a desk, and a TV are featured in this inviting room.

Signature Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi

Family Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Signature Room

Cozy retreat with a large bed, chair, desk, and TV, surrounded by wildlife-themed artwork.

Signature Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Cozy retreat with a large bed, bedside tables, and a framed picture.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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
  • Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail - 5 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Gladstone Golf Club - 12 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach - 14 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rapid River Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rapid River Dairy Flo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Swallow Inn - ‬3 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)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • 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.

Languages

English

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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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. 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 (27-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 Aug 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillcrest Motel on Aug 20, 2025 start from $100.3, 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 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 (25-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. 125 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 171 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

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

Nice beds

The service was friendly. Rooms were clean and beds were comfy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A small place to stay warm and dry. We were thankful we weren't larger sized than we are we might not have fit through the bathroom door or into the standing only shower. Never met a customer service person though we didn’t need one either.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

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

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We drive through the UP every few months and always stay here. It’s always clean, quiet, and feels very safe for solo travelers. And we love that our dog is welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne, LAGRANGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hillcrest appears to have been a motor inn long ago, but has been refurbished and refreshed with care and an eye for clean, modernized accommodations for customers. The primary colored chairs on the front walkway are cheery and welcoming as are the staff who are extremely friendly and helpful. Huge hanging baskets of healthy, fresh flowers add to the welcoming ambiance. Check-in was a breeze. The location was convenient to area restaurants and an easy drive to other sites on the UP. The inn is located in front of some woodlands where the owners have thoughtfully cleared a walking path for customers. Although we don't travel with pets, they have pet-friendly rooms and an enclosed area for dogs to play and enjoy fresh air. I would definitely recommend staying here and would do so myself if I am in the area again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Craig, Turtle Lake

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
For a motel in this area this place was below average due to the close proximity, 200 feet, to a main highway with a speed limit of 65 mph and used extensively 7/24 by semi traffic. When there are moments of no traffic the train horns, operated by an over enthusiastic operator, will catch your attention. If both of those are absent the hum from the refrigerator will provide you with some white noise. If you are a very sound sleeper, this might be fine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Char

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We thought this property was overpriced considering no breakfast and the rooms are very small and outdated but the staff was very friendly and their is ample space to walk your dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, clean, pet-friendly place. Needs to repare stool, though- it wobbles something terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lambert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, though some road noise from US 2. Very clean, nice towels, and the best toilet paper since we left home!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

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

4/10 Poor

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
No on-site attendant to access room Located right off highway - noise No TV signal Overhead light out Small space
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

albert, las vegas

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

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very attentive. This is a charming motel. We were very comfortable during our 3 day stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

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

8/10 Good

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Nice staff. Would stop in again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was very easy and friendly. Room was very clean and grounds were great for pet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024