The Boulevard Inn & Bistro

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 8-minute walk to Lake Michigan
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Exterior
Alfresco dining, open select days
Standard Suite, Park View (2 Queen Beds and 1 Sofa Bed) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Boating
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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521 Lake Blvd, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085
  • Place, White Pine Winery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakeland Regional Medical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬
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Room options

Standard Suite, Park View (2 Queen Beds and 1 Sofa Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Park View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View, Corner (1 King, 2 Twin and 1 Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 900 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, City View (2 Double Beds and 1 Sofa Bed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 900 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Saint Joseph

White Pine Winery is within a 5-minute walk of The Boulevard Inn & Bistro while other popular sites like Silver Beach are within a 15-minute stroll. This 3.5-star hotel has 86 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • White Pine Winery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Silver Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Box Factory for the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lions Park Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station - 4 min walk
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Beach Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Clementines Too - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wally & Gertz Hot Dog Stand Silver Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪LICKS SWEET TREATS & EATS - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bistro on the Boulevard - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Boulevard Inn & Bistro

Hotel with free breakfast, 8-minute walk to Lake Michigan
Renovated in 2024, The Boulevard Inn & Bistro offers a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace, and a convenience store.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Kitchenettes, sofa beds, and sitting areas are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro on the Boulevard
  • Bistro on the Boulevard

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Golf
  • Splash pad
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Splash pad

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1988
  • Renovated entire property - May 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Queen sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Meeting facilities
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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, 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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Boulevard Inn Bistro Saint Joseph
Boulevard Inn Bistro
Boulevard Bistro Saint Joseph
The Boulevard Inn Bistro
The Boulevard Inn & Bistro Hotel
The Boulevard Inn & Bistro Saint Joseph
The Boulevard Inn & Bistro Hotel Saint Joseph

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Boulevard Inn & Bistro?

The Boulevard Inn & Bistro provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boulevard Inn & Bistro?

As of Jan 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boulevard Inn & Bistro on Jan 4, 2026 start from $169.0, 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Boulevard Inn & Bistro?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Saint Joseph, just steps from Lake Bluff Park and Curious Kids' Museum, and within a short walk of Lake Michigan. You'll also find White Pine Winery and Silver Beach less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Boulevard Inn & Bistro?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does The Boulevard Inn & Bistro feature a casino?

No, The Boulevard Inn & Bistro doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Boulevard Inn & Bistro?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Boulevard Inn & Bistro?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a kitchenette and a wet bar in each guestroom with some featuring lake views.

Does The Boulevard Inn & Bistro have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does The Boulevard Inn & Bistro have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Boulevard Inn & Bistro serves free continental breakfast at Bistro on the Boulevard each morning.

Does The Boulevard Inn & Bistro allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Boulevard Inn & Bistro.

Does The Boulevard Inn & Bistro have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to The Boulevard Inn & Bistro?

The closest major airport to The Boulevard Inn & Bistro is South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN), which is about 29.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Boulevard Inn & Bistro?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Boulevard Inn & Bistro.

The Boulevard Inn & Bistro Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 806 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea, Wadsworth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a hidden gem! Staff was so helpful & friendly, location was perfect & quaint. Hotel was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and it was east (& free!) to park. Walkable to the lake and downtown St. Joseph's
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Javier

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great with the exception of the pillows, worst pillows I have ever experienced from any hotel I’ve ever stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anil, Northville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, bar and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean rooms and great staff! Location is perfect whether it be the beach you want or the little stores downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was terrific!
4 minute walk
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay- we hope to come back again!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and great staff! Convenient to shopping too! Love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo, Jupiter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location. Room with a suite and amazing restaurant. You will not find that many places to stay as good as this one.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was beyond perfect. Walking distance to beach and restaurants!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Two bedroom suite was nice. Restaurant on property was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Freshly decorated and plenty of places to relax around the lobby. They had an outdoor terrace to sit and relax. The food in the restaurant was delicious. We had a two bedroom room with plenty of space to gather.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Tamiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I usually love the inn, but for some reason it was a mi
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Restaurant and room were great for recent one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a beautiful hotel. Very clean and attractively decorated. The Bristo restaurant's food is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property! Location was perfect and rooms are extremely comfortable and spacious. Highly recommend. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy staying here while visiting thw incredible views and beach of Lake Michigan! The staff is fabulous, rooms are clean and the atmosphere is wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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