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Hillcrest Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, steps from Hiawatha National Forest

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Guest rooms feature porches and comfortable seating areas.
Guests can enjoy a covered outdoor space with windows and doors, a railing, and parking nearby.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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10154 US-2, Rapid River, MI, 49878
  • Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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Room options

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Superior Cabin | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi

Superior Cabin

  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Signature Double Room | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi

Signature Double Room

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

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Family Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi

Family Suite

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

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Signature Room | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi

Signature Room

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

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Standard Room | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Rapid River

Hillcrest Motel places you next to Hiawatha National Forest and within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular attractions like Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail. This 10-room motel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail - 5 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Gladstone Golf Club - 12 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach - 14 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rapid River Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rapid River Dairy Flo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Swallow Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pantry - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hillcrest Motel

Motel with free breakfast, steps from Hiawatha National Forest
At Hillcrest Motel, guests have access to a garden. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Climb into a memory foam bed with premium linens. Private yards, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
  • 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 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.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hillcrest Motel?

Hillcrest Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Hillcrest Motel?

This motel in Rapid River is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Hiawatha National Forest. You'll also find Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail and Little Bay de Noc within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hillcrest Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Hillcrest Motel feature a casino at the property?

No, Hillcrest Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hillcrest Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Hillcrest Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a memory foam mattress as well as proposal/romance packages and free breakfast.

Does Hillcrest Motel have a hot tub?

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

Does Hillcrest Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Hillcrest Motel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Hillcrest Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Hillcrest Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Hillcrest Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hillcrest Motel?

The closest major airport to Hillcrest Motel is Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County), which is 20.2 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hillcrest Motel?

Yes, every guestroom at Hillcrest Motel comes with a porch with some featuring garden views.

Hillcrest Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 164 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A small place to stay warm and dry. We were thankful we weren't larger sized than we are we might not have fit through the bathroom door or into the standing only shower. Never met a customer service person though we didn’t need one either.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was super easy and a nice, clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

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

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

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

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We drive through the UP every few months and always stay here. It’s always clean, quiet, and feels very safe for solo travelers. And we love that our dog is welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne, LAGRANGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hillcrest appears to have been a motor inn long ago, but has been refurbished and refreshed with care and an eye for clean, modernized accommodations for customers. The primary colored chairs on the front walkway are cheery and welcoming as are the staff who are extremely friendly and helpful. Huge hanging baskets of healthy, fresh flowers add to the welcoming ambiance. Check-in was a breeze. The location was convenient to area restaurants and an easy drive to other sites on the UP. The inn is located in front of some woodlands where the owners have thoughtfully cleared a walking path for customers. Although we don't travel with pets, they have pet-friendly rooms and an enclosed area for dogs to play and enjoy fresh air. I would definitely recommend staying here and would do so myself if I am in the area again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Craig, Turtle Lake

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
For a motel in this area this place was below average due to the close proximity, 200 feet, to a main highway with a speed limit of 65 mph and used extensively 7/24 by semi traffic. When there are moments of no traffic the train horns, operated by an over enthusiastic operator, will catch your attention. If both of those are absent the hum from the refrigerator will provide you with some white noise. If you are a very sound sleeper, this might be fine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Char

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We thought this property was overpriced considering no breakfast and the rooms are very small and outdated but the staff was very friendly and their is ample space to walk your dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, clean, pet-friendly place. Needs to repare stool, though- it wobbles something terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lambert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, though some road noise from US 2. Very clean, nice towels, and the best toilet paper since we left home!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
No on-site attendant to access room Located right off highway - noise No TV signal Overhead light out Small space
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

albert, las vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very attentive. This is a charming motel. We were very comfortable during our 3 day stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Nice staff. Would stop in again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was very easy and friendly. Room was very clean and grounds were great for pet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and cozy Rooms were ice cold Very clean also
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024