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Houghton Lake Michigan Hotels & Motels

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The Houghton Lake center point is about 17 miles south of Fox Run Country Club and 19 miles south of Wellington Farm Park.

Houghton Lake Hotels/Motels & Accommodations

All Seasons Resort 760 South Cedar U.S. 131, Kalkaska, MI 49646 ~34.22 miles northwest of Houghton Lake
  • 3 star property
  • 61 rooms in hotel
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Riverwalk Place Resort & Spa 777 West Cedar Ave, Gladwin, MI 48624 ~27.82 miles southeast of Houghton Lake
  • 3 star hotel
  • 15 rooms in hotel
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Lakeside Resort and Conference Center 100 Clearview Dr., Houghton Lake, MI 48629
  • 3 star Resort property
  • 70 rooms in hotel
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Evergreen Resort 7880 Mackinaw Trl, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~33.76 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • Midscale hotel
  • Free comp. breakfast
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Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel 7741 M 72, Williamsburg, MI 49690 ~44.91 miles northwest of Houghton Lake
  • Low-priced hotel
  • Check in: 4:00 PM - midnight
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Beachfront Hotel 4990 West Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629
  • Three Star property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM - midnight
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Super 8 by Wyndham West Branch 2596 Austin Way, West Branch, MI 48661 ~26.22 miles east of Houghton Lake
  • Economy hotel
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Best Western Clare Hotel 10100 South Clare Ave, Clare, MI 48617 ~34.29 miles south of Houghton Lake
  • 3 star hotel
  • Fitness + Health Center
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American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake 200 Cloverleaf Ln, Houghton Lake, MI 48629
  • Three Star hotel
  • Pets are OK
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cadillac by IHG 7642 Us Highway 131 S, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~33.43 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • Midscale property
  • Fitness center on property
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Quality Inn & Suites 2650 I 75 Business Loop, Grayling, MI 49738 ~21.22 miles north of Houghton Lake
  • Midscale property
  • Pets Allowed
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Comfort Inn Cadillac 1650 South Mitchell St, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~33.32 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • 3 star property
  • Access to gym on-site
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Days Inn by Wyndham Grayling 2556 Business Loop South, Grayling, MI 49738 ~21.32 miles north of Houghton Lake
  • Low-priced hotel
  • Free breakfast
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Days Inn by Wyndham Cadillac 6001 East M 115, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~36.32 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • Two star property
  • Check in: 3:00 PM - anytime
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Quality Inn Clare 10318 South Clare Avenue, Clare, MI 48617 ~34.67 miles south of Houghton Lake
  • Affordable hotel
  • 2 floors in hotel
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Super 8 by Wyndham Houghton Lake 9580 West Lake City Rd, Houghton Lake, MI 48629
  • Economical property
  • Check in time: 3:00 PM - anytime
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Osceola Grand Hotel 940 West 7th St, Evart, MI 49631 ~40.20 miles southwest of Houghton Lake
  • Three Star hotel
  • Hotel has 2 floors
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Lake Cadillac Resort 6319 M 115, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~35.89 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • Midscale Resort property
  • 55 rooms in hotel
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Super 8 by Wyndham Grayling 5828 Nelson a Miles Pkwy, Grayling, MI 49738 ~17.94 miles north of Houghton Lake
  • Cheap property
  • Hotel has 3 suites
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The Ridge 4815 Old 27 South, Gaylord, MI 49735 ~42.72 miles north of Houghton Lake
  • 3-star property
  • 22 sleeping rooms in hotel
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Econo Lodge Cadillac 2501 Sunnyside Dr, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~35.93 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • Cheap Motel property
  • Check in: 3:00 PM - 6:00 AM
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Cadillac Inn 6080 East M 55, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~36.14 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • 2 star Motel hotel
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM - anytime
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Lumber Jack Lodge an Ascend Collection Hotel 2980 Cook Rd, West Branch, MI 48661 ~26.39 miles east of Houghton Lake
  • Mid-scale property
  • Hotel has 2 floors
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Hampton Inn & Suites Cadillac 3867 Cecil Rd, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~32.62 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • 3 star property
  • Pet-friendly
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Sun N Snow Hotel 301 South Lake Mitchell Drive, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~36.17 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • 3 star Motel hotel
  • Hotel has 29 rooms
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The Lakeview Motel 214 Main St, Lake City, MI 49651 ~23.44 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • Two star property
  • Pets are Allowed
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The Loon 4400 Championship Drive, Gaylord, MI 49735 ~42.94 miles north of Houghton Lake
  • Midscale hotel
  • 6 rooms in property
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Economy Inn Cadillac 1140 South Mitchell St, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~33.24 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • Two star property
  • 20 rooms in hotel
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Clear Lake Resort 3802 Grass Lake Road, West Branch, MI 48661 ~23.24 miles east of Houghton Lake
  • Three Star hotel
  • Hotel has 28 rooms
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Rivertown Inn 1220 East Cedar Ave, Gladwin, MI 48624 ~28.39 miles southeast of Houghton Lake
  • Affordable Motel property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM - midnight
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Rodeway Inn Kalkaska 703 North Cedar St, Kalkaska, MI 49646 ~34.92 miles northwest of Houghton Lake
  • Economy Motel property
  • Free complimentary breakfast
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North Country American Inn 502 South Cedar Street, Kalkaska, MI 49646 ~34.39 miles northwest of Houghton Lake
  • Midscale Motel hotel
  • 30 rooms in property
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Americas Best Value Inn Gaylord 2880 South Otsego Ave, Gaylord, MI 49735 ~44.92 miles north of Houghton Lake
  • Low-priced property
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The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake 5131 West Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI 48629
  • 2 star Motel hotel
  • Check in: 4:00 PM - anytime
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The Waters Inn 10565 Old Highway 27 South, Gaylord, MI 49735 ~37.20 miles north of Houghton Lake
  • 3 star Motel hotel
  • Check-in time: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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The Windmoor Lodge 7852 South Grayling Rd, Grayling, MI 49738 ~15.94 miles north of Houghton Lake
  • Economy Motel hotel
  • Check in time: 3:00 PM - anytime
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AuSable Valley Inn 515 Lockwood Ln, Mio, MI 48647 ~37.69 miles northeast of Houghton Lake
  • Midscale Motel hotel
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Riverview Inn 6530 East County Rd. 612, Grayling, MI 49738 ~34.62 miles northeast of Houghton Lake
  • Three Star Motel property
  • 5 rooms in property
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Fife Lake Lodge 228 East State St, Fife Lake, MI 49633 ~34.02 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • Low-priced property
  • 13 rooms in hotel
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Mancelona Motel 8306 US 131 North, Mancelona, MI 49659 ~42.17 miles northwest of Houghton Lake
  • Two-star Motel hotel
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Lost Arrow Resort 1749 Bomanville Rd, Gladwin, MI 48624 ~28.31 miles southeast of Houghton Lake
  • 3-star property
  • 30 rooms in hotel
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Tri Terrace Motel 2259 South M.76, West Branch, MI 48661 ~26.48 miles east of Houghton Lake
  • Economy Motel hotel
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM - midnight
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The Kingsley Suites 2425 Fastbreak Ln., Kingsley, MI 49649 ~43.15 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • Economical Motel hotel
  • Check in: 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Hermanns European Inn 214 North Mitchell Street, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~33.23 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • Economy property
  • 7 rooms in hotel
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North Winds Lodge 9123 North Cut Road, Roscommon, MI 48653 ~9.44 miles northeast of Houghton Lake
  • Cheap Motel property
  • Hotel has 13 rooms
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RODEWAY INN CADILLAC 5676 East M 55, Cadillac, MI 49601 ~36.58 miles west of Houghton Lake
  • Low Cost hotel
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Granada Inn Motel 720 North Cedar St., Kalkaska, MI 49646 ~35.01 miles northwest of Houghton Lake
  • 2 star Motel property
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM - anytime
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MOTEL 72 6843 WEST M 72 HIGHWAY GRAYLING, MI 49738, UNITED, GAYLORD, MI 49738 ~21.82 miles north of Houghton Lake
  • Midscale Motel property
  • Check-in: 15:00:00
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White Star Motel 100 North M 30, Gladwin, MI 48624 ~31.25 miles southeast of Houghton Lake
  • Inexpensive Motel hotel
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Quality Inn 9285 West Lake City Road, Houghton Lake, MI 48629
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  • Check in: 3:00 PM
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FAQs about hotels in Houghton Lake

What are the top rated hotels in Houghton Lake?

Mancelona Motel, Rivertown Inn and Riverwalk Place Resort & Spa are the best rated hotels based on customer reviews in the last 365 days.

What are the 4-5 star hotels in Houghton Lake?

Riverwalk Place Resort & Spa, Clear Lake Resort and Lakeside Resort and Conference Center are the top 3 luxury hotels near Houghton Lake city center.

What hotels are closest to the city center of Houghton Lake?

Lakeside Resort and Conference Center, The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake, and Quality Inn are the properties closest to Houghton Lake city center.

What are the most popular independent hotels in Houghton Lake?

Mancelona Motel, Rivertown Inn and Riverwalk Place Resort & Spa are the best rated independent hotels (not part of a big brand).

What are the best Choice Hotels branded hotels in Houghton Lake?

Comfort Inn Cadillac, Lumber Jack Lodge an Ascend Collection Hotel and Econo Lodge Cadillac are the best rated Choice Hotels branded hotels (based on HotelPlanner reviews score).

Recent traveler reviews of Houghton Lake, MI

Below are reviews of the city of Houghton Lake, MI from an actual visitor's perspective.

"There for Pool tournament"
Score 5.0 / 5

Larry P., from 03-Jun-2026
"It was a nice town"
Score 4.0 / 5

It was a nice town and close to mi tech.

Shirley P., from 02-Mar-2026
"Here for a tournament"
Score 5.0 / 5

Holly M., from 28-Feb-2026
"Beautiful area"
Score 5.0 / 5

Beautiful area. Winter activities.

Debra N., from 14-Feb-2026
"The variety of restaurants available"
Score 4.0 / 5

Frank Q., from 11-Oct-2025
"Good area near the dam and eateries."
Score 5.0 / 5

The walk around the dam. Pour House, the candy shop and bar close by.

Anne R., from 07-Sep-2025
"Peaceful and nice!"
Score 4.0 / 5

Eunice K., from 15-Aug-2025
"Enjoyed!"
Score 5.0 / 5

Larger than expected lake community! Enjoyed Higgins lake state park beach.

Eric W., from 19-Jul-2025
"The Town & The Lake!"
Score 4.0 / 5

The town and the lake!

Beth G., from 13-Oct-2024
"Houghton Lake is a great destination in Michigan."
Score 5.0 / 5

Houghton Lake is a great destination in Michigan.

Caspari M., from 06-Jul-2024
"Great Location Next to Elks Lodge"
Score 5.0 / 5

A great location, we had a seminar next door at the Elks Lodge.

Mary G., from 14-Mar-2024
"Houghton Lake was nice."
Score 4.0 / 5

Houghton Lake was nice.

Pamela S., from 12-Mar-2024
"Lake Town with Lots of Local Restaurants."
Score 4.0 / 5

A lake town with lots of local restaurants.

Lori B., from 10-Mar-2024
"Just Beautiful!"
Score 5.0 / 5

Just beautiful!

Joanna C., from 07-Mar-2024
"Houghton Lake is nice!"
Score 4.0 / 5

Houghton Lake is nice!

Felicia B., from 03-Mar-2024
"Beautiful Lake"
Score 5.0 / 5

Beautiful Lake

Peggy D., from 15-Jan-2024
"Great restaurants and lots to do!"
Score 5.0 / 5

Great restaurants and lots to do!

Brian M., from 26-Sep-2023
"Happy Acres Doggy Daycare is Excellent!"
Score 4.0 / 5

Had fun playing putt putt golf and relaxing at the beach. I used Happy Acres Doggy Daycare which was awesome as well!

Brenda S., from 07-Sep-2022
"Great tourist town!"
Score 5.0 / 5

Great tourist town!

Jay P., from 27-Feb-2022
"Awesome Restaurant"
Score 5.0 / 5

The Spikehorn Grill on the east shore was recommended by the hotel receptionist and we can say it was excellent service and food! We drove all the way around the lake and noted that there was a tremendous sense of pride in ownership reflected in the properties.

Sarah B., from 27-Jul-2019
The average traveler rating of the city of Houghton Lake, MI shown above is 4.6 out of 5 based on 20 reviews
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