BIG BEAR LODGE - Alpena MI 2052 US Highway 23 S. 49707

2052 Us Highway 23 South, Alpena, MI 49707 United States

Near Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park

9.0

Excellent

Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The cool thing about Big Bear Lodge is its proximity to Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park and Starlite Beach, as well as its complimentary continental breakfast and free WiFi.

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Free WiFi

Free self parking

Coin laundry on site

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"Good"

Good place to stay.

Jay W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jul 19 to Sun Jul 20 2025 at a $120.00 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

When you stay at Big Bear Lodge in Alpena, you'll be near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park. This motel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Starlite Beach and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Thunder Bowl Lanes.

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Jesse Besser Museum - 2.3 mi
Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) - 5.8 mi
Wes Point Shores - 7.3 mi
Falcon Cove - 12.0 mi
Neumann's Loafers Retreat - 12.6 mi

The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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 features at this motel include a picnic area and barbecue grills.

Well kept and clean motel with many of the big chain amenities including attractive pricing, continental breakfast, picnic tables and grills, kids play area and front yard swings for watching the bay. Rooms are all on the main floor so no steps or walking, parking available right in front of the room. Across the street is the beach and volleyball courts and a great walking park. Our suites have full kitchens and kitchenettes, and there are rooms with two full double beds and other rooms with one queen bed each. All rooms are equipped with a refrigerator, microwave oven, cable TV and complimentary coffee and coffee pot. We are located close to restaurants including one right next to our property. Pizza and other fast foods and also the mall are all within walking distance, yet the location is very peaceful with the best view of Thunder Bay in town.

Local Attractions

Thunder Bay Lake Michigan, free NOAA museum, Besser Museum, shipwrecks, and glass bottom boat tours, Ocqueoc falls, sinkholes, snorkeling, diving, fishing, boating, sailing, festivals, free concerts in the park every other weekend in summer.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2017

Floors: 1

Rooms: 20

Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 20

Handicap Rooms: 0

Suites: 4

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 0

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 2.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.3 Mi

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 11.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Up to 48 hrs. before check-in: no charge; between 48 hrs and day of check in or no show is the first night's charge per room.

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Amenities / Features

Barbecue grill(s)
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Boat tours nearby
Check In: 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coin laundry on site
Cross-country skiing nearby
Designated smoking areas
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Fishing nearby
Free WiFi
Free self parking
Front desk (limited hours)
Garden
Health or beauty spa nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Marina nearby
Multilingual staff
No cribs (infant beds) available
No elevators
No rollaway/extra beds available
Parasailing nearby
Pets not allowed
Picnic area
Playground on site
Professional property host/manager
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Swimming nearby
Terrace
Wheelchair accessible – no

Airport & Shuttle Info

Alpena Airport. IATA code APN. Daily Delta service

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info: Cab or thunder bay transit authority.

Breakfast Information

We offer a free continental breakfast including a variety of bagels, cereals and oatmeal. condiments include cream cheese, peanut butter, jelly and real butter pats. coffee, juice, hot tea, fruits in season. We also have pop on site and water bottles for sale.

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

Parking Info

Free parking in front of rooms

Internet / WiFi

Free W-Fi

Essential workers only - NO

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Cabin Creek Coffee - Cozy cafe with homemade pastries & coffee - 2.5 miles

Lunch The Fresh Palate - Gourmet sandwiches & salads with local ingredients - 2.6 miles

Dinner John A. Lau Saloon - Historic tavern with hearty American fare - 2.7 miles

Activity Island Park & Wildlife Sanctuary - Scenic area for walks & observing nature - 3 miles

Day 2

Breakfast The Court Yard Ristorante - Italian-style breakfast options & coffee - 2.8 miles

Lunch Mango's Mexican Cuisine - Authentic Mexican dishes & margaritas - 2.4 miles

Dinner Austin Brothers Beer Company - Craft brewery with a menu of American classics - 4.5 miles

Activity Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan - Exhibits on art, history, & science - 1.5 miles

Day 3

Breakfast Bagel Basket Cafe - Wide variety of bagels & cream cheese - 2.6 miles

Lunch Take 5 Deli - Deli sandwiches & soups, quick service - 2.5 miles

Dinner JJ's Steak & Pizza House - Wide selection of steaks, pizza, and casual fare - 2.3 miles

Activity Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - Great Lakes maritime heritage center - 3.1 miles

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Big Bear Lodge

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM 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 Big Bear Lodge have?

There are 20 rooms in the property.

What kind of breakfast is at Big Bear Lodge?

What parking is available at Big Bear Lodge?

Free parking in front of rooms

How much does internet cost?

Free W-Fi

Is there shuttle service at Big Bear Lodge?

Alpena Airport. IATA code APN. Daily Delta service