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American Heritage Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A lobby with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, and seating area.
A long, narrow hallway with a patterned carpet, white walls, and a series of doors on both sides.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a potted plant.
A hotel with a covered entrance, a sign for the American Heritage Inn, and a parking lot with a vehicle.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1681 E Grand River Ave, Portland, MI, 48875
  • Place, Ionia State Recreation Area
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Horrocks Farm Market
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Lansing Mall
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, an air conditioner, and a painting on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a nightstand, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Portland

American Heritage Inn places you 21.3 mi (34.3 km) from Lansing Center and 27.3 mi (43.9 km) from Michigan State University. This 47-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Centennial Acres Golf Course - 13 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Ionia State Recreation Area - 15 min drive - 20.0 miles
  • Horrocks Farm Market - 15 min drive - 20.0 miles
  • Grand Ledge Country Club - 18 min drive - 18.3 miles
  • Lansing Mall - 18 min drive - 22.0 miles

Getting around

  • Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wagon Wheel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Eagle Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

American Heritage Inn

An indoor pool and free WiFi in public areas are features at American Heritage Inn. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Phones and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor 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

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

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per night
  • Breakage deposit: USD 150 per day
  • A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

American Heritage Inn Hotel
American Heritage Inn Portland
American Heritage Inn Hotel Portland

Frequently asked questions

Will I be able to park at American Heritage Inn?

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

How much does it cost to stay at American Heritage Inn?

As of Oct 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American Heritage Inn on Nov 11, 2026 start from $82, including 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.

Does American Heritage Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, American Heritage Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at American Heritage Inn?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

Is American Heritage Inn good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool, a free daily breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Does American Heritage Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does American Heritage Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

American Heritage Inn offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will American Heritage Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at American Heritage Inn.

Does American Heritage Inn have connecting rooms available?

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

What is the closest airport to American Heritage Inn?

The closest major airport to American Heritage Inn is Lansing, MI (LAN-Capital Region Intl.), which is 18.1 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at American Heritage Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at American Heritage Inn.

American Heritage Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 162 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great convenience / cost effective stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Room was clean and stocked with everything I needed. Great value for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and quiet, nice pool
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet place. Staff were very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfy and the property was quiet at night. It was very clean too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable! Great night’s stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tired and dated hotel with very basic breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the manager was very nice from checking in and throughout our stay. Looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, friendly staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and cozy room. Fine breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is large, basic and clean. The bed was comfortable. Breakfast was free but minimal. But the price was right
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
breakfast could be better more of a better selection with meat and eggs
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although an older property, it was very clean, had all the basic amenities needed, and an overall great value. Only recommendation would be better pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Friendly staff, good place to stay

Friendly staff and clean, nice rooms. A nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was ok maybe sum bacon or a meat would have been ok other then that ok
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in and check out Nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Large rooms. Safe area. Clean/newer carpet. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved this place quiet and clean great staff. Thank you for a wonderful night
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and I was greeted by a very polite and kind gentleman working the desk. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's an older facility, but well maintained. The Staff is kind and curtious. Everything is clean. The bed was confortable and the shower hot.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great - had an issue with the TV, went to the desk and told them, he was friendly and had it fixed fast. Clean and friendly inside and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was safe and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very quiet, friendly staff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly people laid back clean Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024