The Weathervane Inn

2.5 star property
Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
VIP Access

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Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Lake View | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, dining tables
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace
Exterior
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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4527 Dowling St, Montague, MI, 49437
  • Place, World’s Largest Weathervane and Ellenwood Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hart-Montague Trailhead
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Medbury Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County)
    ‪26 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for Rewards members

Room options

Deluxe Room, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(76 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 372 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Fireplace, No Jacuzzi)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Lake View, Corner

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Lake View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 442 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Montague

The Weathervane Inn places you next to World’s Largest Weathervane and Ellenwood Park and within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular attractions like Medbury Park. This hotel has 23 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • World’s Largest Weathervane and Ellenwood Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hart-Montague Trailhead - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Montague Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Playhouse at White Lake - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Medbury Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Weathervane Inn

Lakefront hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of The Weathervane Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-out. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the accommodations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2000
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Weathervane Inn
Weathervane Inn Montague
Weathervane Montague
The Weathervane Inn Hotel
The Weathervane Inn Montague
The Weathervane Inn Hotel Montague

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Weathervane Inn?

The Weathervane Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Weathervane Inn?

Located steps from World’s Largest Weathervane and Ellenwood Park, this hotel is in Montague, and within a 10-minute walk of Hart-Montague Trailhead and Montague Museum. You'll also find Huron-Manistee National Forest and The Playhouse at White Lake less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Weathervane Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does The Weathervane Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, The Weathervane Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Weathervane Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Weathervane Inn?

This lakeside hotel offers many amenities for couples such as Champagne service, fireplaces in some guestrooms, as well as proposal/romance packages.

Does The Weathervane Inn have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does The Weathervane Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Weathervane Inn serves free continental breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Does The Weathervane Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Weathervane Inn for a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Does The Weathervane Inn have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Weathervane Inn?

The closest major airport to The Weathervane Inn is Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County), which is 23.9 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Weathervane Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy lake or city views.

Does The Weathervane Inn offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at The Weathervane Inn if that's in your vacation plans.

Reviews

The Weathervane Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 742 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The jacuzzi was great. Need grab bars near the jacuzzi to get in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara k

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really enjoyable stay at the weathervanne Extreme family friendly and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Cozy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cassie

Traveled with family
We didn’t feel the room was that clean. We found someone else’s sock at the foot of our bed on the floor. We stayed three nights with the cleaning sign on our door hoping they would come in and take the trash atleast. No one came the entire time we stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was fine but the breakfast is pretty limited
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet, clean facility.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We booked the premium corner king room through Expedia.com. I was on the Expedia site and my husband was on the Weathervane site. The same room was available on both sites for the dates we wanted. The Expedia site rate was about $60 less than the Weathervane site, so we booked through Expedia. Upon arrival at the Weathervane we were told our reservation was not for the corner room and that the hotel was fully booked. I contacted Expedia who said they tried to call the Weathervane but couldn't get through. Needless to say, my husband and I were very disappointed. Expedia said they would try to contact the Inn for any compensation. Never heard back regarding that, but Expedia did offer a $75 one-key cash for our inconvenience, which we have not received yet. One key cash can only be used on pay now in full and refunds are either not available or limited if you need to cancel I suppose most of this is a review of Expedia but the Weathervane Inn desk person did not offer any resolution except sorry we're full, although when we booked that room WAS available on the Weathervane site. So, we still don't know which site messed up our reservation. Also, rooms on the first floor are next to the tiny breakfast area. There are 2-person breakfast tables staggered between the doors of each 1st floor room. This leads to lots of breakfast noise and conversations outside your room beginning at 6am.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly L

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice experience;staying at a small Inn on the water with my husband.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

8/10 Good

Gerald

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nathan e

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025