Big Bear Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, walk to Lake Huron

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Front of property - evening/night
Terrace/patio
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Partial Lake View
Front of property
Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View | Bathroom
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
2052 US Highway 23 S., Alpena, MI, 49707
  • Popular LocationThunder Bowl Lanes5 min walk
  • Popular LocationThunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary4 min drive
  • Popular LocationNorthern Lights Arena6 min drive
  • AirportAlpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)13 min drive

Room options

Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 57 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 46 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Freezer
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Freezer
  • 28 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Alpena

Big Bear Lodge places you steps from Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of Starlite Beach. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find barbecues, a picnic area and multilingual staff. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Alpena motel include Lake Huron and Thunder Bowl Lanes.

What's nearby

  • Thunder Bowl Lanes - 5 min walk
  • Lee's Miniature Golf - 7 min walk
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 4 min drive
  • Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center - 4 min drive
  • Northern Lights Arena - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell - 3 min walk
  • Culver's - 5 min drive
  • Applebee's - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Player's Pub & Grub - 3 min drive

About this property

Big Bear Lodge

Motel with free parking, walk to Lake Huron
As a guest of Big Bear Lodge, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Big Bear Lodge also features a garden and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Alpena motel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Big Bear Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Alpena motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Big Bear Lodge?

Big Bear Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Bear Lodge?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Bear Lodge on 22 May 2024 start from NZ$152.25, 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.

Is parking available at Big Bear Lodge?

Yep, Big Bear Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Big Bear Lodge?

Yep, Big Bear Lodge is a short 4-minute walk from Starlite Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and parasailing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Big Bear Lodge?

No, Big Bear Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Big Bear Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Big Bear Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Big Bear Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 472 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 472 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 472 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 472 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 472 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrea

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

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, no frills motel. Old school. Staff was great, rooms were cozy and comfortable. Only concern was some damaged weather stripping at the base of the door allowing cold air to come in, but easily fixable. I’d stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It seemed very "ma & pa" in a good way. We would call the overall feel to be vintage also in a good way. With microwave and charming refrigerator/freezer along with a hair dryer, and nice flat screen it had all the modern amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have always had a nice stay and the staff are friendly. It is nice to walk across the road to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fine for a vintage facility. The rooms were clean, comfortable and quiet. There were dining options nearby, although no food was available at the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They go way beyond a hotel-excellent service!
Excellent place to stay. I left my buddies jacket behind and they even called me and are shipping it to me. How’s that for service? BTW the hotel is a outstanding and fun place to stay. Very clean with great shower pressure
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

marcia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older motel owners great across from beach quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was adorable. Very clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023