Dixon Lake Resort

Property class: 2.5
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beach Gaylord motel

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A lake with a boat docked on the shore, surrounded by trees in autumn colors.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa with patterned cushions, a small table, and a kitchen area with appliances.
A wooden deck with chairs overlooking a lake, surrounded by trees.
A cozy cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and living space.
A pathway leading to a dock by a lake, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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2271 West Dixon Lake Road, Gaylord, MI, 49735
  • Place, Aspen Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Otsego Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • Lake view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Gaylord

In Gaylord .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Gaylord motel, you'll find Otsego Golf Club and Aspen Park. Gaylord Discovery Center and Big Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Aspen Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Big Lake - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Otsego Golf Club - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Bavarian Falls Park - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Otsego County Sportsplex - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mai Boba - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mulligans - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Dixon Lake Resort

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beach Gaylord motel
Dixon Lake Resort offers its guests barbecue grills and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gaylord motel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Dixon Lake Resort offers 7 accommodations. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Kitchens offer cookware/dishes/utensils and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Boat and paddles
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Rowing/canoeing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 30 at check-out
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per stay
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • In-room coffee
  • Wired internet access (may be limited)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dixon Lake Resort to the airport?

Dixon Lake Resort is 55.3 mi (60-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dixon Lake Resort?

As of Sept 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dixon Lake Resort on Sept 7, 2026 start from CA $181, 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 Dixon Lake Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dixon Lake Resort.

Does Dixon Lake Resort offer free breakfast?

Dixon Lake Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dixon Lake Resort?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Dixon Lake Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dixon Lake Resort?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Dixon Lake Resort have a pool?

Dixon Lake Resort does not have a pool.

Does Dixon Lake Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Dixon Lake Resort to downtown Gaylord?

Dixon Lake Resort is 2.8 mi away from Gaylord.

Dixon Lake Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 125 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

Perfect

We had a great stay! Great location and the accommodation were perfect for what we needed. It is a cottage place so keep that in mind. But it was extremely clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

augustus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Quiet. Owner responds fast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Mckenzie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property sits on a lake surrounding by pines and other local natives.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

D. Eileen

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

Hidden Treassure

Our annual trip to Dixon Lake Resort was quiet, peaceful, and just what we needed for a small get-away. Love seeing the continual upgrades that make our stay more pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent lakefront location. Clean with nice layout that had everything I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small, clean rooms on a lovely lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant place to stay. Love the layout and size of the room we had. We would have rated it higher if they would have had air conditioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older Motel right on the water. No Air Conditioning, but they did have a ceiling fan and standing fan. Full kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was clean but very small
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the view of the lake. Bar b que and picnic tables were a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Lakefront room + comfortable, clean & nice owners

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had been recently remodeled and was in great shape. The room was very clean and quiet. It's not a fancy place but a nice and comfortable place to lodge. It's only a short drive (7 minutes) to downtown Gaylord but still off the beaten track. We enjoyed our time at Dixon Resort and would recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really enjoyed the location and cabin feel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place on a small lake. Nothing fancy, but very cozy feeling.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was perfect. My son and I went on a golf weekend. It was the best place we could’ve stayed. I loved looking at the lake rather than a parking lot. Everything was perfect. Looking forward to staying there next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Living in the past

The location was great . The problem was the add said the room was 700 sq. feet it was about 300 sq. feet. The room needs a total upgrade . Wall sockets wouldn't hold a plug the doors need new handles and were hard to close . The sink and faucets need updating. Everything was old .It was like being in the 50's . The plus side was the tennets were very friendly. I would go back if the upgrades were done.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

D. Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are mystified at why anyone could give this more than 2 stars. Room was so musty we had to open windows for a couple of hours. Fridge did not get cold, TV didn’t work, light fixtures were pulled out of exterior walls. Frightening experience. Call the health dept.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice property. We arrived late and we were scolded by the owner. Charged our credit card before we even arrived. Probably won’t return due to the rudeness of the owner. Doesn’t deserve our business. Plenty of places to tryout up north.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not so good, especially for the price.

Not so good. There were earwigs in the bathroom and kitchen. No air-conditioning, and it was quite humid and uncomfortable. The room smelled musty and gave me a headache. It is very dated, and the bathroom is the smallest I've ever seen. The bed sloped to the middle. After the first night we asked in the morning to get our money back for the second night but they wouldn't do it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J Kevin

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024