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The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Saugatuck with free parking

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Lobby sitting area
Property grounds
Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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6190 Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck, MI, 49453
  • Place, Ravines Golf Club
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Farview Nature Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Oval Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Saugatuck

The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel is located within a mile (2 km) of Farview Nature Park and Ravines Golf Club. This 22-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Ravines Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Farview Nature Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Butler Street - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Saugatuck Center For the Arts - 5 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Oval Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Holland Station - 13 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Grill @ Clearbrook - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Southerner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wicks Park Bar & Grille - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel

Motel in Saugatuck with free parking
Guests of The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. This motel also has a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Other standard amenities include refrigerators and microwaves.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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 (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1953
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-5 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
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 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 27 to September 17.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Saugatuck Resort
Saugatuck Resort Motel
The Saugatuck Resort
Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel
Retro Resort Motel
Saugatuck Retro
The Saugatuck Resort Motel
The Saugatuck Retro Resort
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel?

This motel is located in Saugatuck within a short 16-minute walk of Farview Nature Park. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Saugatuck Dunes State Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel?

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

Does The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from May 27 until September 17.

What do couples enjoy most about The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel?

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

Does The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel.

The Saugatuck Retro Resort Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 313 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 313 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 313 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 313 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 313 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Bradford

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not retro just junky
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dima, Munster

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, this was our first time in a motel in over 20 years. Rob’s service is amazing, he helped answer any of our questions and we had a great conversation! Our room was cozy and clean! We didn’t use the pool due to the weather but it looked nice and warm. Would definitely recommend a stay and would come back here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, granger

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Love the small outdoor pool and music. Bossa nova and Sinatra set the mood. Beautiful flowers everywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Louisville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The motel is set back from the road with lovely wooded, landscape property. Easy check in process and great communication!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful property in which the owner, Retro Rob, has done everything right to make your stay welcoming and relaxing. The rooms are simple but you have everything you could need and more. And you can use the $1 bus service, the Interurban, to go all over Saugatuck/Douglas.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caren

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A delightful re-tooling of an extraordinarily well-sited property—comforting landscaping with big trees. Peaceful and comfortable unit. The fastest check-in ever!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with group
Comfortable room, however, the loud refrigerator that cycled throughout the night and thin walls caused us to have a less than pleasant night’s sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LISA, TALLMADGE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Retro Rob is awesome! He helped us with restaurant recommendations, how to get to the best beaches. We met some great people at the resort bon fire. Had a great time in Saugatuck!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne L.

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice renovated roadside motel with beautiful property and pool and friendly, informative staff. Rooms are small as old roadside motel rooms are, but nicely furnished and it was quiet when we were there. Would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great weekend getaway. Loved everything about the Retro Motel, it was clean and comfy, pool is fab, good location but the best part about it was Rob! What a kind, caring soul - the world could use more humans like him!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness
Great customer service and great motel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was wonderful. The surounding grounds was beautiful. I think we loved the pool area and fire pit was a nice surprise. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chasity

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We made a last minute decision to go to a festival, there weren’t many options so we jumped and booked our weekend here. I’m so happy we did!! Rob was amazing to work with and gave us some amazing info about the area. The grounds were absolutely stunning, the pool was beautiful and our room was perfect!! We definitely found our new place to get away and relax!! Thank you Rob!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

We wanted to love this place...

My wife and I booked here last minute for one night as we were just winging it down the west side of the state. We pulled in and the property is simply charming. The pool is small but clean and the temperature was perfect. We really wanted to love this place...and we did...until we opened the door to the room. We were hit by a strong musty smell. The wall is warped by water damage. I should have turned around and checked out then...but we were both tired and my wife wanted to swim in the pool. While the room was clean (outside the strong musty smell), there were some other issues. 1. Only one bar of soap for the bathroom and shower? Only one shampoo? 2. There's about an 1/6 of an inch difference between the floor and the tile at the entryway and into the bath area. There are no transitions between them and this is a safety issue. My toe remembers. 3. The bed is high...if you are short, you're screwed. 4. The rooms are small. A chair would be helpful because again..if you're short and you want to sit somewhere to put on your shoes? You're screwed. I would have left this alone and written it off as a bad experience and tried this property again...until I read the reviews. Other people have complained about the same musty smell and the room is still being rented out. I'm sorry Rob, but that unconscionable. It's not healthy for anyone to sleep in that room. If you can tolerate the other issues I mentioned...enjoy. But if you get room 14? Check out!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

LOVE LOVE LOVE

The Retro Resort was everything we were hoping for and more for a little escape. The room was cute and clean, the pool was so nice and refreshing, and the property itself was absolutely beautiful and felt very secluded. Retro Rob very clearly cares about his resort and its guests. We will absolutely be back, and we will be telling all of our family and friends about it! 10/10 *chef’s kiss*
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

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

Clean and comfortable

It was a no fuss check in and check out. Staff is very friendly. Our rooms is clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jenifer

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place. Met great people. Close to the water and all the offerings of the town. Rob is awesome. Will be returning next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
fun hotel with friendly staff. Pool is set in the middle of the property and is surrounded by mature trees. Could have done without the Frank Sinatra music playing all day long. Yes, I understand it is a 'retro motel' and that music could be appeopriate but it was a bit much for me. Room was clean and comfortable. Bed was ok, but would have liked some better pillows. No coffee until 9am - in the office. Affordable, and beautiful property. Overall a pretty nice motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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