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Set in Alpena, Big Bear Lodge offers barbecue facilities. Each accommodation at the motel has lake views, and guests can enjoy access to a garden and to a terrace. The property provides a children's playground. All units at the motel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and suites offer a kitchenette. Each room comes with a private bathroom with free toiletries, while certain rooms include a patio. The rooms at Big Bear Lodge come with a seating area. A variety of popular activities are available in the area around Big Bear Lodge, including skiing, cycling and fishing.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.8
High score for Alpena
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Anne
    United States United States
    The "mom and pop" owners were very nice, courteous, and thoughtful. You can see the personal care they put into each and every facet of the motel. They even planted milkweed in the garden boxes to attract and feed endangered butterflies. The...
  • Marty
    United States United States
    It was just as we’d expected based on the description we’d read as well as the reviews.
  • R
    Russel
    United States United States
    Easy to find, staff very friendly, comfortable and quiet location.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Big Bear Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Children's playground
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Wake-up service
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Big Bear Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 22:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Big Bear Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    FAQs about Big Bear Lodge

    • Check-in at Big Bear Lodge is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Yes, Big Bear Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The nearest beach is just 400 yards from Big Bear Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Big Bear Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Big Bear Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Twin/Double
      • Suite
      • Apartment

    • Big Bear Lodge is 1.3 miles from the centre of Alpena. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Big Bear Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Skiing
      • Bowling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beach
      • Walking tours
      • Bike tours