Waters Edge Motel

Beachfront motel for sun and fun

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June 2025

July 2025

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
Parking included
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

1000 State Street, Alpena, MI, 49707

Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
‪4 min drive‬
Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
‪4 min drive‬
Thunder Bay River Lighthouse
‪5 min drive‬
Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

550 sq ft
Beach view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

550 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds

Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

800 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Cottage, 4 Bedrooms

1800 sq ft
Beach view
Sleeps 9
4 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

549 sq ft
Beach view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Alpena

Waters Edge Motel places you next to Lee's Miniature Golf and Blair Street Park. This 12-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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What's nearby

Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
Thunder Bay River Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
Northern Lights Arena - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
‪Austin Brothers Beer Co. - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Waters Edge Motel

Beachfront motel for sun and fun

Waters Edge Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a picnic area. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.

Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

Similar properties

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Pool
Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Pet friendly

$93 nightly

Jun 22 - Jun 23

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

Free rollaway/extra bed
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

On the beach
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.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM

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 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Free rollaway/extra beds are available

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

Check-in: 3 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Waters Edge Motel Alpena

Waters Edge Alpena

Waters Edge Motel Motel

Waters Edge Motel Alpena

Waters Edge Motel Motel Alpena

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Waters Edge Motel?

Waters Edge Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Waters Edge Motel?

This motel is located in Alpena, just steps from Lee's Miniature Golf and Blair Street Park, and within a short walk of Lake Huron. You'll also find Starlite Beach and Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Waters Edge Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Waters Edge Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, Waters Edge Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Waters Edge Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Waters Edge Motel good for couples?

With a stay at this beachfront motel, couples will appreciate amenities like free Internet access in each guestroom plus kitchens and beach views in some.

Are there hot tubs at Waters Edge Motel?

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

Does Waters Edge Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Waters Edge Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Waters Edge Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Waters Edge Motel.

Does Waters Edge Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Waters Edge Motel?

The closest major airport to Waters Edge Motel is Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional), which is 7.4 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Waters Edge Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Waters Edge Motel.

Waters Edge Motel Reviews

5.4

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

4/10 Poor

Bea, ann arbor MI

Aug 13, 2016

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Alpena beach motel

Great location near a good beach. Decent appliances, good tv and ceiling fan. BUT, needs serious upgrades! Very tired carpet, linoleum, cabinets. Kitchenette cabinets stuck shut. Overall, a gloomy room.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Aug 9, 2016

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

NEVER AGAIN

My husband and I had the WORST experience, and we will never go back. After confirming our reservation the DAY BEFORE (we were assured if we made it there by 7 our room would be ready), the "manager" gave our room away to another couple. We didn't find out until we had drive 5.5 hours to get there. Oh, and there was NOTHING available at any other hotel around until we drove to Mackinaw City. So, being tired, hungry, and angry, we had to drive another 1.5 hours to find a place to stay. The "Manager" did offer to have us stay with him (no thank you) or stay with another person in the house nearby (H#@$ no thank you) or loan us a tent to camp (f%&# you). Worst experience ever, and I felt like we were in a bad National Lampoons Vacation movie. RUN AWAY

6/10 Okay

KC, Fenton, MI

Aug 8, 2016

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness

Affordable with beautiful view

The hotel staff was very welcoming and friendly. I would have liked the room to be a little bit cleaner but you get what you pay for. Bed was very comfortable!

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Aug 1, 2016

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

They overbooked and bumped us after 1 night, no tv, no phone, no frig, no wi-fi

6/10 Okay

margaret, MI

Jul 23, 2016

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

close to the beach

It was a small clean room, no extras like chairs for the table or a coffee pot. Used the microwave and fridge. bathroom was nice, towels furnished, more when requested. beds were comfortable and room was clean. Beach was nice, fire pit and was beach was raked after a storm and nice for the kids to play on and in the water. No breakfast offered, just suggestions for places to go. Personally would not stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Christy, St Johns, MI

Jul 22, 2016

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

Relaxing atmosphere, just steps from the beach.

Booked the 'Little House' for a few days away with my two teenagers. Was a separate building, with king sized bed and pull out sofa, full kitchen and table to sit and eat, and bathtub with relaxing jets. Plenty of room for the three of us, would be great for a family if planning on staying for more than a night or two. Had a private beach entrance, with a fire pit available to the motel guests, that was at the end of the city public beach. Several other parks nearby, as well as playgrounds, accessible by sidewalk that winds along the shoreline. Was a beautiful area, friendly people everywhere we went, great food recommended by the motel staff at local restaurants. The town itself has wonderful history, with signs and historical markers along a designated path that winds thru town. Was very relaxing for all of us, definitely somewhere we will go back to.

6/10 Okay

Dave, Northville, MI

Jul 20, 2016

Close to beach

The motel is in town right on the beach near a park. Rooms still need an update. Owner is friendly.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Jul 18, 2016

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice location on lake, no frills

Overnight stay in summer business trip

6/10 Okay

Sandra, Troy, MI

Jul 6, 2016

Liked: Room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Water's Edge Motel

Nothing fancy. The room had a small bathroom, full kitchen (although sparse with cooking supplies, etc. and was right on a beautiful beach. Bring beach chairs as there was only one that was not broken. Close to town but not really walking distance. Alpena has some good-great restaurants and very nice parks.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Jul 4, 2016

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

What Stay!!!!

Waited 2 hours in the parking lot for someone to show up and check us in, manager of motel left a not on locked office door to call his cell phone, when we called it went to voice mail. Same happened to another couple that waited with us, employee's of store next door tried to help by calling owner, he told them he would contact manager, owner or manager never showed. Lucky for us with the help of a friend we were able to get a room else where on the 4th of July weekend. The other couple got help from hotels.com, two other men showed up talked to us and left!

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Mar 18, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

room preparation for guests

Room and bed were clean, no glasses in bath room, no wash cloths in bath room, shower didn't work. Room worked for one night which was all we could get in town because all sold out

8/10 Good

Lloyd

Feb 18, 2016

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

American owened and operated!

3 day business trip to buy a house. Hotel was superb and house hunting went well.

8/10 Good

Robert, Bay City

Feb 1, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Very reasonable on price! With a nice beach front view. In the middle of the city. I would recommend to anyone.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Jan 31, 2016

Just OK.

This is a mom and pops motel. Nothing fancy for sure. Price was ok. The sheets on the bed was old and cheep. Little beaded material, felt like I was sleeping in sand.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Jan 11, 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2/10 Terrible

Rhonda, Detroit

Sep 26, 2015

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

THE WORST PLACE EVER

DISGUSTING! NEVER STAY HERE! Had hair on the bed sheets, pillows, and towels....this was the WORST place I have EVER stayed at! DO NOT STAY HERE!!! I WANT A REFUND!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Aug 24, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good spot on the Beach

This was a last minute find when I had no place to stay. It had everything I wanted though. King size bed, cozy knotty pine look, wifi (we brought the Roku up to watch Netflix) and maybe 20 paces to the water. Bed wasn't the most comfortable but that's not a big deal to me. Could use a few fixes (i.e. the towel rack almost came off the wall) but I would stay again!

6/10 Okay

ann arbor, mi

Aug 11, 2015

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice hotel by the water

Manager - Charlie- was particularly accommodating - I really appreciated that. Older, but clean and comfortable - a bit noisy next to mini golf and Dairy Queen, but nice view of the water and nice little beach for swimming -very pleasant in morning - quiet watching the sun rise.