Spillway Lodges

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 3 hot tubs, 6-minute walk to Short's Brewing Company

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55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, Hulu, streaming services
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Rooftop terrace
Studio King Scenic View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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247 Portage Dr, Bellaire, MI, 49615
  • Place, Short's Brewing Company
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Bellaire
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Torch Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Queen

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom/Two Bathroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1162 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Studio King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Studio King Scenic View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Pet Friendly Studio King Scenic View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Pet Friendly Studio King

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

Pet Friendly Studio Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Pet Friendly Two Bedroom/Two Bathroom Suite

  • 1162 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Bellaire

Short's Brewing Company is a short stroll from Spillway Lodges, and other popular attractions like Lake Bellaire are within a few miles (5 km). This 34-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Short's Brewing Company - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Bellaire - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Torch Lake - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Clam Lake - 11 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Torch Lake Park - 15 min drive - 14.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Short's Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Dockside - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪M88 Morning Grind - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Shanty Creek Resorts - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Spillway Lodges

Family-friendly hotel with 3 hot tubs, 6-minute walk to Short's Brewing Company
Guests staying at Spillway Lodges enjoy a gym, 3 hot tubs, and a sauna. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Helpful staff is there to provide luggage storage, as well as offer insight about the area. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free use of bicycles, express check-out, and barbecue grills.
55-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
3 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • 3 hot tubs
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Mini golf
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • High chair
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini golf

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • 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

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 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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. 

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

Spillway Lodges Hotel
Spillway Lodges Bellaire
Spillway Lodges Hotel Bellaire

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Spillway Lodges?

This hotel is located in Bellaire within a short 6-minute walk of Short's Brewing Company. You'll also find Torch Lake and Lake Bellaire within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Spillway Lodges?

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

Does Spillway Lodges include a casino?

No, Spillway Lodges doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Spillway Lodges?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 3 hot tubs.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Spillway Lodges?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include a kitchen and Hulu along with a nature reserve.

Does Spillway Lodges have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy 3 spa tubs at this hotel.

Does Spillway Lodges have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Spillway Lodges doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Spillway Lodges allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Spillway Lodges for a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Spillway Lodges have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Spillway Lodges?

The closest major airport to Spillway Lodges is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is about 24.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Spillway Lodges?

Yes, some guestrooms at Spillway Lodges offer a furnished patio.

Spillway Lodges Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Afsoun

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms quite and gorgeous location. Loved the amenities. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern rooms, close proximity to Traverse City, Charlevoix l,and sauna was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful. Peaceful, rural setting and rooms are new and in great condition. Full kitchen and kitchenware. Trail nearby for running/dog walks. 5 min walk to town (including Short’s Brewing!). Glacial Hills Trails and Lake Bellaire are nearby for hiking and water sports enthusiasts.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

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

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here for one night for a quick getaway with my husband. The room was clean, comfortable and well stocked. The rooftop deck was wonderful to sit and enjoy a glass of wine. Would love to come back for a longer stay and enjoy the other amenities. Close enough to walk downtown for shopping, food, or a great great craft beer at Short's. We were in town before check-in and they texted to let us know our room was ready 2 hours early. We will definitely be back and definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was beautiful and within walking distance of everything downtown. I was only sorry that we weren't staying longer!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Air conditioner was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m so impressed with this property. The room is beautiful, clean and the kitchen has everything you need . The grounds are beautiful as we arrived several deers greeted us. It’s a 7 minute walk to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Grand Rapids

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so tastefully designed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben, Grandville

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great room, and close to town to walk, good activities too, mini golf, hot tub yard games, etc. looked pretty new.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facility. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful vacation spot! Wish we had more time to stay but we look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Breathtaking Spillway getaway!

Absolutely wonderful, we couldn’t be happier. The decor is stunning & the check-in process was super easy. All the amenities were fantastic, along with the recommendations for dinner in town. We were celebrating our 26th wedding anniversary & upon arriving we were welcomed with flowers, swan towels on the bed, some candy, celebration napkins & delicious cupcakes from Ruthann’s Bakery in town. Wow, we are blown away, the hospitality just went above & beyond! We can’t wait to return 💕
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Rochester Hills

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything with the room was beautiful and brand new! Check-in was easy and response from management was quick and efficient. The bed was very cozy and we had plenty of room in our studio. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay in the Ski Lodge! We enjoyed the views of the wooded area and the quiet retreat feeling. The hot tub and rooftop area was an added sweet touch. Really enjoyed the look and feel of the room, the beds were also very comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk J

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

10/10 Excellent

raymond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was close to Downtown Bellaire and we enjoyed the hot tub and the putting area and the fire pit! The condo was very clean and updated with a good view of outside and ac worked well. I will come back for a golf trip or skiing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025