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Crooked River Lodge

2.5 star property

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Lobby
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Exterior
Family Suite, Multiple Beds, River View

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

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6845 US 31 N, Alanson, MI, 49706
  • Place, Crooked Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Pickerel Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub | Living area

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Alanson

At Crooked River Lodge you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Crooked Lake and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and pool loungers as well as access to kayaking. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this Alanson hotel, you'll be 15.5 km (9.7 mi) from Lake Michigan.

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cheboiganing Preserve - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Pickerel Lake - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Burt Lake - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Piper's Mighty Good Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Oven Yarn Shop - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Saw North - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Crooked River Lodge

Crooked River Lodge offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre 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
  • Conference 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
  • Games 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 a hairdryer and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. This Alanson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 3 April to 10 April:
  • 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.
  • 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, 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Crooked River Lodge
Staffords Crooked River
Staffords Crooked River Alanson
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Stafford's Crooked River Lodge Alanson
Stafford's Crooked River Lodge
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Stafford's Crooked River Lodge Suites

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Crooked River Lodge?

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

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

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crooked River Lodge on 1 Apr 2026 start from NZ$228, 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 Crooked River Lodge?

Yep, Crooked River Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Crooked River Lodge?

The closest beach to Crooked River Lodge is Harbor Springs Beach (14.3 km).

Does Crooked River Lodge have a pool?

Crooked River Lodge has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Crooked River Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Crooked River Lodge.

Does Crooked River Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental brekkie is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crooked River Lodge?

No, Crooked River Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crooked River Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Crooked River Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Crooked River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 715 out of 839 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 839 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 839 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 839 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 839 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about the lodge, my favorite was the community fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neethu

The rooms were very clean and spacious! The staff were friendly and efficient. We were in Pellston for the weekend and this is a great place go stay! FhryWe hope to be back during the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, beautiful view, fire pit burning calm setting, enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay the staff was super nice and the locations and amenities were great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay loved the area and the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place. Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We visited the area to take Fall color photos. I ran across this beautiful lodge and booked a room. The room was very big! The view was lovely. The beds were comfy and the bed linens were snowy white and very easy on my sensitive skin. I was surprised that the pool was open all night (adults only during those hours!) And there was a fire pit going all night too! It was a weeknight and I hoped they might bring our biscuits and gravy,but sadly, no. I read that sometimes they do bring in some hot breakfast items. They did have waffles you could make though and my husband did that. Their granola was delish! I spied the boiled eggs and that was the only negative… Ibit into it and chewed and found they had missed some shell. Yuck! That threw off my appetite. But, it was the only negative of the trip. Next time, I will inspect more closely! The big gathering room was inviting!! A lovely fire was going, the weather was rainy and foggy much of the time. We will definitely want to stay there again!! Staff were friendly and helpful. Here are a few photos of the grounds. We stayed in late October 2025. There were lots of things in the lodge for anyone who likes to play games and such, but we are retired people. We didn’t check those out but they sounded like fun things to explore. kayaks were available for our use too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was clean and spacious, loved the view also! The staff was extremely friendly, informative and accommodating! The breakfast area was clean and well stocked with a decent selection, the ladies working there were so nice! This was an amazing experience, thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel staff very friendly and helpful. Hotel patio area wonderful. Lived the coffee and fire. Room a bit dated. Grounds upkeep very good. Very pretty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No complaints! We’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building, great ambiance and super friendly staff with lively surroundings
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Very disappointed you got rid of the hot breakfast. Might factor into where we stay the next time we’re up there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren, Hoover

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Friendly at check in. Fire pit. Hot coffee In lobby 24 hours a day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, the staff was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on the crooked River. Convenient to Petoskey and surrounding area. Very clean with many nice touches.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Kalamazoo

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience was great! The facility exceeded our expectations. The staff was super. A surprise was that all of the water supplied to the hotel is from artesian wells and tasted great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wish we would have
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025