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Big Bear Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel in Alpena

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Near the airport, Big Bear Lodge offers a welcoming retreat with free in-room WiFi and a garden to unwind. Take advantage of barbecue grills and multilingual staff while your kids enjoy the playground. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
$86 nightly
The total price is $95
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Partial Lake View | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 301 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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 | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Oven
  • 495 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 226 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2052 US Highway 23 S., Alpena, MI, 49707

What's nearby

  • Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Thunder Bowl Lanes - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Starlite Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lee's Miniature Golf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Alpena County Library - 3 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Neiman's Family Market - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pompeyo’s Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Big Bear Lodge

When visiting Alpena, Big Bear Lodge is a great choice to consider. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and parasailing. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ice skating nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay

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

Does Big Bear Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Big Bear Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Big Bear Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Big Bear Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Big Bear Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Big Bear Lodge and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Big Bear Lodge like?

Big Bear Lodge is a short 5-minute walk from Lake Huron and 5 minutes' walk from Thunder Bowl Lanes.

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Big Bear Lodge Reviews

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

Popular mentions

Room
Bed
Shower
Beach
Service staff
Location
Parks
Bathroom
Value
Water

What guests liked

  • The beach is conveniently located directly across the street from the property. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Easy to reach location, fantastic decor, friendly staff
Jonathan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Owners were very pleasant and helpful.
Donna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice non chain motor lodge.
Leah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice Mom/ Pop place. Friendly & clean
Renee, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice quaint Mom & Pop owned property. Enjoyed my stay. Convenient to town and nice view of Lake Huron.
PAULA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I just loved it there it was clean , nicely decorated , up to date but stll the look of a mom & pop's hotel also loved the walk across to the beach even when is under renovation.
Connie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Can see where motels are making upgrades as much as budget allows so we really have few complaints.
michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely mom and pop place.
Carol, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very quiet place and cozy. Can definitely see it’s older charm
john, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute mom & pop motel. Great location to beach, restaurants. Very clean and comfortable.
Carrie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Its a very nice mom and pop resort.The owners were very friendly really enjoyed our stay
robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable
Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Place was very cute and clean. It is not a new place and travelers with high expectations need to pass but the beauty of this place is its 70’s charm and owners!
Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel staff is friendly and the motel is clean.
Donald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

lake was right across the street...walkable to several different good resturants
Janice, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice reasonably priced place to sleep. Great location.
Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property was quiet, quaint, and close to town.
Olivia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Retro motel. Cute and clean. Staff was very nice. Room was very small. Bathroom was tiny. Low toilet really needs to be replaced with a comfort level toilet.Low toilets are very hard for old, arthritic people.
Paul K., 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable bed Staff were helpful Quiet
Grace, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The managers were accommodating and friendly. Rooms are quaint.
Carol, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Place to Stay

Great place to stay. Warm hospitality from the owners along with a nice experience with the overall quality and stay.
Thomas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Decent price for being across the road from the lake/park. Tiny, outdated bathroom. Friendly hosts. Next to a good restaurant.
Maria, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This adorable mom&pop operation was a really lovely place to stay. It reminded me of the trips my family used to take in the 1970's and 1980's. The beds were very comfortable and the little kitchenette had everything we needed. Clean and cozy and cute as can be.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a enjoyable stay. It was comfortable except for I struggled keeping the A/C regulated. My wife and I would stay there again
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly owners. Beach was just across the street.
Katie, 2-night trip