THE WEATHERVANE INN - Montague MI 4527 Dowling St 49437

4527 Dowling St., Montague, MI 49437 United States

Near World's Largest Weathervane and Ellenwood Park

9.4

Excellent

Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The Weathervane Inn offers a bar/lounge, parking, elevator, spa, WiFi/Internet, pet friendly, laundry, non-smoking rooms, breakfast, air conditioning, 24/7 front desk, business center, and meeting rooms.

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Free WiFi

Free continental breakfast

Parking (limited spaces)

Pets allowed

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Reviews

"Beautiful Unique Inn"

Checking in was both quick and pleasant. Our room was wonderful with a nice balcony overlooking the lake. Loved the double showers. Breakfast was simple but nice easy self serve; staff was friendly and helpful.

William S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jul 14 to Fri Jul 17 2026 at a $242.34 average nightly rate.

"Very nice and relaxing with in room fireplace jacuzzi and kitchenette"

Dan V. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jan 24 to Mon Jan 26 2026 at a $187.49 average nightly rate.

"Friendly staff and clean rooms"

We enjoyed our stay. We would stay here again.

Ted A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 12 to Sun Dec 14 2025 at a $155.99 average nightly rate.

"Great Customer Service"

Thank you to the housekeeping staff! We very much appreciated your efforts to allow us to check in early.

Jerry F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 09 to Sun Aug 10 2025 at a $203.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

A stay at The Weathervane Inn places you in the heart of Montague, steps from World's Largest Weathervane and Ellenwood Park and a 3-minute drive from Medbury Park. This hotel is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Duck Lake State Park and 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Lake Michigan.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Weathervane Inn. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 23 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

West Michigan Childrens Museum - 13.5 mi
Uss Silversides - 13.5 mi
Muskegon Railroad Historical - 13.6 mi
Muskegon Museum of Art - 13.6 mi
Muskegon County Museum - 13.6 mi
Hackley and Hume Historic Site - 13.7 mi
Us Army Reserve - 14.4 mi
Hackley Hospital - 14.5 mi
Mercy Health - 14.6 mi
Next Care Specialty Hospital - 14.6 mi
Mercy General Health Partners Muskegon General Campus - 14.6 mi
Mercy Regional Heart Institute - 16.4 mi
Mercy General Health Partners Mercy Campus - 16.4 mi
Hackley Hospital Laboratories - 16.6 mi
Muskegon County Airport (MKG) - 18.0 mi
Oceana County Historical - 19.7 mi

Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.

Weathervane Inn is a beautiful lake front hotel with stunning views of White Lake, located in the lakefront community of Montague Michigan. Our luxurious water-front hotel features 23 contemporary designed guest rooms that include Jacuzzi tubs, fireplaces, balconies and complimentary breakfast. You will also enjoy wireless internet, in-room movies and many other in-room amenities. We have recently made some great updates to the hotel. Over the last 6 months, we have completely repainted the interior of the hotel, added 32? LCD TV's with DVD Players as well as upgraded all of our linens. We are excited to share these great updates with you when you stay with us. As you stroll outside, you will enjoy our Gazebo and deck chairs to enjoy the sunset. We are located right next to the Hart – Montague bike trail, which has over 22 miles of paved riding. We value our corporate travelers and are the perfect setting for a romantic weekend getaway! Our amazing staff is ready to help with your every need. We offer an amazing location to enjoy all that White Lake has to offer. We are close to many golf courses, including White Lake Golf Club, Stonegate Golf Club and Old Channel Trail. If you just want to take a relaxing walk, you will enjoy the quaint downtown's of both Montague and Whitehall. If some adventure is what you are looking for, be sure to visit Michigan's Adventure or Happy Mohawk Canoe Livery.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - midnight

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2012

Floors: 2

Rooms: 23

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 23

Handicap Rooms: 2

Suites: 0

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 0

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 1.0 Mi

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 17.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 6pm day of arrival for individual. Group depends on the needs of the group.

Check-In Instructions:

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
Barbecue grill(s)
Beach nearby
Bicycle parking available
Bicycle rentals nearby
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Change of towels (on request)
Check In: 3:00 PM - midnight
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coffee/tea in common areas
Coin laundry on site
Concierge services
Cross-country skiing nearby
Daily
Dog exercise area
Express check-out
Firepit
Fireplace in lobby
Fishing nearby
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free continental breakfast
Free self parking
Front entrance ramp
Garden
Gift shops or newsstand
Golf lessons available nearby
Golfing nearby
Health or beauty spa nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Housekeeping on request
Kayaking nearby
Laundry facilities
Marina nearby
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Mountain biking nearby
No accessible shuttle
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
No rollaway/extra beds available
Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
Number of accessible parking spaces - 3
Number of stairs to reach property - 3
Off-street parking
Only dogs are allowed
Outdoor furniture
Parasailing nearby
Parking (limited spaces)
Pets allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Professional property host/manager
Proposal/romance packages available
Sailing nearby
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Shopping on site
Skydiving nearby
Sledding nearby
Smoke-free property
Snack bar/deli
Snowboarding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Television in common areas
Terrace
Uncovered parking
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Water dispenser
Wedding services
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Green Sustainability

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Airport & Shuttle Info

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Dogs are allowed. $20 per night, per dog.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Contactless check-out is available.

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the Morning Star Cafe, a local favorite known for its delicious omelettes and homemade pastries. It is located just 1 mile from The Weathervane Inn.

Lunch For lunch, head to The Old Channel Inn, a charming waterfront restaurant that offers a variety of seafood dishes and stunning views of White Lake. It is located 2 miles from The Weathervane Inn.

Dinner The Hearthstone Bistro is a cozy restaurant known for its delicious farm-to-table cuisine. Located just 0.5 miles from The Weathervane Inn.

Activity Spend the afternoon exploring the beautiful White River Light Station Museum, located just 3 miles from The Weathervane Inn. Learn about the history of the lighthouse and enjoy the scenic views of Lake Michigan.

Day 2

Breakfast Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the Book Nook & Java Shop, a cozy bookstore cafe that serves a variety of breakfast options and specialty coffees. It is located just 0.8 miles from The Weathervane Inn.

Lunch For lunch, head to The Dog 'N Suds Drive-In, a classic American drive-in restaurant known for its tasty hot dogs and root beer floats. It is located 2.3 miles from The Weathervane Inn.

Dinner Enjoy a delicious Italian dinner at Mia & Grace, a popular restaurant known for its homemade pasta and wood-fired pizzas. It is located 1.5 miles from The Weathervane Inn.

Activity Spend the afternoon exploring the beautiful Montague-Hart Bike Trail, a scenic trail that offers stunning views of the surrounding nature. Rent a bike from a local rental shop and enjoy a leisurely ride. The trailhead is located just 0.2 miles from The Weathervane Inn.

Day 3

Breakfast Start your day with a delicious breakfast at The Coffee Factory, a cozy coffee shop that serves a variety of breakfast sandwiches and specialty coffees. It is located just 0.7 miles from The Weathervane Inn.

Lunch For lunch, head to The Brown Bear, a local pub known for its tasty burgers and craft beers. It is located 1.5 miles from The Weathervane Inn.

Dinner Indulge in a delicious seafood dinner at The Crosswinds on the Lake, a waterfront restaurant known for its fresh seafood dishes and breathtaking views of White Lake. It is located just 1.2 miles from The Weathervane Inn.

Activity Spend the afternoon exploring the charming downtown area of Montague, filled with unique shops, art galleries, and cafes. Take a leisurely stroll and soak in the small-town atmosphere. The downtown area is located just 0.5 miles from The Weathervane Inn.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about The Weathervane Inn

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - midnight based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Weathervane Inn have?

There are 23 rooms in the property.

Is The Weathervane Inn pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Dogs are allowed. $20 per night, per dog.