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Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Lake Michigan

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The Up North Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
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The Up North Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Herron Room (2nd floor) | View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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231 Main St., Frankfort, MI, 49635
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Vinology Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Vinology Room (2nd floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Serenity Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Serenity Room (2nd floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Windjammer (1st floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Windjammer (1st floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Barn Star (1st floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Barn Star (1st floor)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Herron Room (2nd floor)

Herron Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Herron Room (2nd floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Captain's Quarters (2nd Floor)

Captain's Quarters (2nd Floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Captain's Quarters (2nd Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Studio (2nd floor)

The Studio (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Studio (2nd floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for The Up North Room (2nd floor)

The Up North Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Up North Room (2nd floor)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Wedgewood Room (2nd Floor)

Wedgewood Room (2nd Floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Wedgewood Room (2nd Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for The Wanderer (1st floor)

The Wanderer (1st floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

The Wanderer (1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Oasis (1st floor)

Oasis (1st floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Oasis (1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Fern Deco (1st floor)

Fern Deco (1st floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Fern Deco (1st floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Music Room (2nd floor)

Music Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Music Room (2nd floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Beach Room (2nd floor)

Beach Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Beach Room (2nd floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Coppherhouse Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Coppherhouse Room (2nd floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Silverwoods Room (2nd floor)

Silverwoods Room (2nd floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Silverwoods Room (2nd floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Maggie's Room (2nd Floor)

Maggie's Room (2nd Floor) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Maggie's Room (2nd Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Frankfort

Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant places you next to Lake Michigan and within a 5-minute walk of Betsie Lake. This 3-star hotel has 17 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Frankfort Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Frankfort Light - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 10 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Petals & Perks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant

Hotel with free parking, steps from Lake Michigan
Guests of Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include express check-out and a fireplace in the lobby.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Hotel Restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1933
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, February, December, March, April, and November:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours, 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.
  • 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Sleeping Bear Frankfort
Sleeping Bear Inn
Sleeping Bear Inn Frankfort
Hotel Frankfort
Betsie Bay Hotel Frankfort
The Hotel Frankfort
Frankfort & Restaurant
Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant Hotel
Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant Frankfort
Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant Hotel Frankfort

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant?

Guests positively rate the hotel's location in Frankfort, just steps from Lake Michigan and Frankfort Beach, and within a short walk of Betsie Lake. You'll also find Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts and Frankfort Light less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant?

As of Dec 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant on Dec 31, 2025 start from $129.49, 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.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant?

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

Does Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant feature a casino?

No, Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Does Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant have a hot tub?

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

Does Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant though service animals are welcome.

Does Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant?

The closest major airport to Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is about 24.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant.

Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 817 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 817 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 817 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 817 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 817 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had such a relaxing stay for my race for Ironman and so convenient. The bed was insanely comfortable and I loved the ease of the attached restaurant. All the staff was incredibly sweet and accommodating as well! I will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeri-Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the quaint feel of the small hotel. Free parking in back BONUS
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect location to stay while I raced Michigan Ironman 70.3. Location was perfect. It was quiet. The staff was friendly and very helpful. The food at the restaurant was wonderful. The whole building was very clean. I only wish I had booked a large room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a relaxing design and was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, staff friendly & helpful. Toilet height is very low & paper is thin & cheap
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

10/10 Excellent

Dwight

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in walking distance to the beach and lighthouse. We were able to enjoy the sunset right after supper. It is updated, clean, and with friendly / helpful staff. There are also plenty of gift shops & restaurants nearby. Two thumbs up !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique rooms. Great in-town location, walk to shops/restaurants/marinas. Friendly staff. Clean. Only issue was we had to ask for our room to be made up.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wo

It was clean. No ironing board. Not many room amenities really. Shampoo and conditioner in a small squeeze bottle. Had to go downstairs to get anything, like ice or a second towel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Marseilles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A cozy, quiet, comfortable and clean place. Pricey but worth it. I’d love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

TODD

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wow, Great place, Great location, now one of our favorite places to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marilou

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The food at the restaurant was great . The server was attentive to our needs . The room is good but needs a few updates especially in the bathroom . The door was hard to close and the shower curtain fell off while I was taking a shower . But otherwise we had a good stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Restaurant wasn’t open. Should have sent a message apologizing/alert, We had the smallest bathroom I’ve ever seen. We also got the smallest room on the property. Not a great value. Will look elsewhere, the next time we visit Frankfort.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay in the wonderful beach town of Frankfort.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and the hotel was close to lots of shops for shopping and dining. Also, was very clean-would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adriana

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

Quaint with a great Location

Cool quaint hotel. The rooms are dates but comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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