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Big Bear Lodge

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Alpena motel

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2052 US Highway 23 S., Alpena, MI, 49707
  • Place, Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Thunder Bowl Lanes
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Starlite Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View

Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 57 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View

Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View

  • Partial lake view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Alpena

Close to airport.You'll be steps from Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park and a 5-minute walk from Starlite Beach. Thunder Bowl Lanes and Lake Huron are also within half a mile (1 km).
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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
  • Blair Street Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Neiman's Family Market - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪JJ's Steak & Pizza House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Big Bear Lodge

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Alpena motel
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 is 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 hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Alpena motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 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 and a smoke detector
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each 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

How close is Big Bear Lodge to the airport?

Big Bear Lodge is 7.6 mi (14-min drive) away from the Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Bear Lodge on May 21, 2026 start from CA $116, 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 Big Bear Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Big Bear Lodge.

How close is Big Bear Lodge to the beach?

This motel is a short 4-minute walk from Starlite Beach and 0.8 mi (1-min drive) from Thomson Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Big Bear Lodge offer free breakfast?

Big Bear Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Big Bear Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Big Bear Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Big Bear Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Big Bear Lodge have a pool?

Big Bear Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Big Bear Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Big Bear Lodge to downtown Alpena?

Big Bear Lodge is 1.3 mi away from Alpena.

Big Bear Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 673 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 673 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 673 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 673 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 673 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous. Pleasant check in experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
this is a darling little roadside motel and we loved our stay! It was clean, had a full kitchen. You can walk to this FABULOUS Italian restaurant, try the seafood risotto and have a drink at the bar!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Karyl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We had a lot of trouble regulating the temperature. Also, the radiator leaks. (Rm.31)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelynn

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

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy to reach location, fantastic decor, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean owners were very pleasant will definitely come back soon
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Can see where motels are making upgrades as much as budget allows so we really have few complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Dennis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay here, and I plan on coming back to this hotel. Slept well, and it's nice and quiet. This is a great Mom and Pop hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were so sweet. Thanks so much
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Mom/ Pop place. Friendly & clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners were very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karri

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The owners were lovely and the room was clean and the beds comfortable. However, there were a lot of spiders in the room and outside. I understand spiders can be a part of the Up North experience but it was a lot and made it hard to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, very clean, everything was in good working order. It could though use a light in the closet. For the money it was a good deal. The owners were very pleasant. I would go there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice non chain motor lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ayman

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms are small and staff only did cleaning … Didn’t check internet … No breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025