Big Bear Lodge

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Lake Huron

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Dates

October 2025

11

November 2025

Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, freezer

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
Parking included
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

2052 US Highway 23 S., Alpena, MI, 49707

Place, Starlite Beach
‪5 min walk‬
Place, Lee's Miniature Golf
‪8 min walk‬
Place, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
‪4 min drive‬
Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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

Excellent

301 sq ft
Partial lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Family Apartment, Kitchenette, Lake View

Exceptional

614 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Partial lake view
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Junior Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Lake View

495 sq ft
Partial lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Wonderful

226 sq ft
Partial lake view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Alpena

Big Bear Lodge places you next to Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park and within a 5-minute walk of Starlite Beach. This 20-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, coffee makers, and TVs.

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What's nearby

Thunder Bowl Lanes - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Starlite Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Lee's Miniature Golf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
Northern Lights Arena - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
‪Pompeyo’s Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Big Bear Lodge

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Lake Huron

Guests staying at Big Bear Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can answer questions about the accommodations, services, and more. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a picnic area.

TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators and coffee makers are other standard amenities.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Pool
Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Pet friendly

$71 nightly

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

In-room refrigerator
Playground

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace

Accessibility

No elevator

More

Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

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 smoke detector

Check-in: 3 PM—-10 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Big Bear Lodge?

Big Bear Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Big Bear Lodge?

Located steps from Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park, this motel is in Alpena, and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Starlite Beach. You'll also find Thunder Bowl Lanes and Lee's Miniature Golf less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Big Bear Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Big Bear Lodge have a casino at the property?

No, Big Bear Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Big Bear Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Big Bear Lodge?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a terrace plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes and partial lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Big Bear Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Big Bear Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Big Bear Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.