Big Bay, MI, (25 miles north of Marquette)

 

Big Bay Depot Lodging, Highway 550, Post Office Box 61, Big Bay, Michigan 49808. Phone 906-345-9350. The train depot has been refurbished into 5 uniquely decorated suites. Full kitchens, children and pets welcome. Located on the shore of Lake Independence. On the snowmobile trails.

 

Thunder Bay Inn, A Country Inn and Restaurant in Big Bay, MI, just 25 miles north of Marquette. The Inn has twelve comfortable guest rooms furnished with antique and period-style furniture and a family friendly restaurant serving lunch and dinner. The Thunder Bay Inn is the Historic Ford Hotel, the film location of "Anatomy of a Murder". Big Bay MI, one of the finest recreational areas in the Upper Peninsula, is nestled at the base of the Huron Mountains on Lake Superior and Lake Independence. On the ATV & snowmobile trails. 400 Bensinger Street, Big Bay, MI 49808. Phone: 906-345-9220.

 

Calumet & Laurium, MI (11 miles north of Houghton & Hancock)

 

AmericInn of Calumet is located 11 miles north of Houghton & Hancock and one block west of Highway US-41. The AmericInn of Calumet features comfortable guest rooms and suites, including fireplace, whirlpool, and one & two room suites, Free high speed internet access. Large indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna. Complimentary AmericInn Perk breakfast served in our Coffee Shop. Within walking distance to historic sites and downtown Calumet for shopping and restaurants. Easy snowmobile trail access and near cross-country ski trails. AmericInn of Calumet, 56925 South Sixth, Calumet, MI 49913. Phone: 906-337-6463

 

Christmas, MI (on Lake Superior near the Pictured Rocks and Grand Island)

 

White Pine Lodge, E7889 W. M-28, Christmas, MI 49862. Phone 906-387-1111. Motel guest rooms include double rooms with queen-sized beds, king suites with mini-fridge and microwave, and single rooms. All guest rooms have AC, Cable TV, and Wireless Internet Access. 2 Handicap units. Elevator. Oversize Jacuzzi tub. Deluxe complementary Continental Breakfast with waffles. Adjoining gas station and convenience store is open 24 hours daily. Next to Kewadin Casino and Snowmobile & ATV Trail Head. Pets Welcome. (Formerly the Pair-a-Dice Inn).

 

Copper Harbor, MI (at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula)

 

Brockway Inn, Copper Harbor, MI. Phone: 906-289-4588. On M-26 at the base of Brockway Mountain. 6 non-smoking units, some with in room whirlpools. Free Coffee. Color cable TV. Reasonable rates. Small pets welcome. Boreal Beans Coffee House & Gift Shop. MC/VlSA/Discover. On the snowmobile trail. Open year round.

 

Curtis, MI . . . The Manistiques Lakes Area

 

Chamberlins Ole Forest Inn, P.O. Box 307, Curtis, MI 49820, 800-292-0440 or 906-586-6000. Overlooking Big Manistique Lake, a mile north of Curtis Michigan in the Eastern Upper Peninsula. Full of history, updated in the '90s in its decor, secluded, casual fine dining, 11 well-appointed guest rooms.

 

J.T. Gordon's Motel, Highway 42, P.O. Box 234, Curtis MI, 49820. 906-586-6033. 4 unit motel with 2 kitchenettes, all units may be connected to accommodate 8 adults. On Portage Creek, next to South Manistique Lake in downtown Curtis.

 

Garden Corners/Cooks (by Big Bay de Noc on Lake Michigan)

 

Big Bay Getaway Motel, Highway US 2, Cooks MI 49817. Phone 906-644-2893. All rooms have view of Big Bay de Noc. Sandy beach and swimming area on Lake Michigan. Near Fayette. On the snowmobile trail and near ATV trails. Plenty of parking for trailers. Good fishing and hunting. Open year round. At the edge of the Hiawatha National Forest. Pets accepted.

 

Grand Marais, MI (on Lake Superior at the Eastern Entrance to the Pictured Rocks.)

 

North Shore Lodge. Coast Guard Point Road, Grand Marais, MI 49839. (906 494-2361) Motel and housekeeping cottages. Indoor Swimming Pool, Sauna, Spa. Restaurant and gift shop. On the Lake Superior beach. Harbor View Eatery and Pub with a view of Lake Superior. Full menu. Cocktails. Soup and Salad Bar. Snowmobile Rentals at the office.

 

The Voyageurs Motel and Vacation Home, 21914 East Wilson Street, Grand Marais, MI. 49839. Phone 906-494-2389. Ten unit motel and 3 bedroom vacation home located on a bluff overlooking Lake Superior and the Grand Marais Harbor. Each motel room has two queen-sized beds, coffee maker, telephone, and cable TV. Handicap accessible room. Vacation home has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, full kitchen, Cable TV, and sleeps up to 8 guests. Community building with 7-person hot tub, dry and/or wet sauna, microwave, and TV. On the Snowmobile trail. Sorry, No smoking. Pets Welcome

 

Hancock and Houghton, MI at the entrance to the Keweenaw Peninsula.

 

Best Western Copper Crown Motel, 235 Hancock St., Hancock, MI 49930. Phone 906-482-6111 or 1-800-925-7144 for reservations. 46 room motel with indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, continental breakfast. Free wireless internet access. Snowmobile from the lot.

 

Ramada Waterfront and Upper Deck Restaurant and Lounge on Portage Lake, 99 Navy St., Hancock, MI 49930. Phone: (906) 482-8400 or 1-877-482-8400. 51 rooms, free continental breakfast, Hot tub rooms available, Handicap accessible rooms. Pool, whirlpool and sauna. Remote control cable TV. Free wireless internet access in every room. Upper Deck Restaurant and Lounge serves lunch and dinner. Near Michigan Tech University (Houghton) and Finlandia University (Hancock). On the snowmobile trail with plenty of room for trailers.

 

Super 8 Motel of Houghton, 1200 E. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton MI 49931. Phone 906-482-2240. 86 room motel, continental breakfast, pool, whirlpool and sauna. Remote cable TV with HBO and Disney. On Portage Lake. Boat docks and fishing piers. 2 blocks from MTU. On the snowmobile trail. Cross country skiing.

 

Iron Mountain. MI (in the south central Upper Peninsula)

 

America's Best Inn of Iron Mountain, 1609 S. Stephenson Ave. (Highways US-2 & US-141), Iron Mountain, MI 49801. Phone: 906-776-8000. Centrally located in downtown Iron Mountain near restaurants, shopping, and the VA and Dickinson County Hospitals. Variety of rooms and suites to accommodate your needs. Wireless Internet Access, in-room coffee, and expanded cable TV. Heated indoor swimming pool and hot tub. Free Continental breakfast. Exercise Room. Conference/Meeting Room for all occasions. Designated pet rooms.

 

Budget Host Inn Iron Mountain, North US2, Iron Mountain, MI 49801. 906 774-6797. Free Continental Breakfast, Motel Units, Kitchenettes, AAA Approved. Kitchen units, Apartments. Designated pet rooms. Restaurant and supper club nearby. High speed wireless internet. Near Lake Antoine and other recreational facilities. Direct trail access.

 

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Iron Mountain, MI. is a newly built hotel with comfortable rooms and suites. All accommocations are non-smoking and offer free high-speed wireless internet, deluxe complimentary Continental Breakfast, and in-room coffee. Indoor Heated Pool, Whirlpool, and Fitness center. Computer station for checking e-mail and surfing the web. Pets accepted in designated rooms. Guest Laundry. 2005 S. Stephenson Avenue (Highway US-2 & US-141), Iron Mountain MI 49801, Telephone: (906) 774-1900.

 

Days Inn of Iron Mountain. Newly renovated in 2008, the Days Inn has 45 rooms with Cable TV and Complimentary Day Break Breakfast. Free High Speed Wireless Internet. Heated Indoor Pool and Spa. Exercise facility. Guest Laundry. Large parking lot. Pets welcome with small charge. 5-Sunburst Rating. Located on the south side of Iron Mountain at 2001 So. Stephenson Ave. (US-2 & US-141), Iron Mountain, MI 49801. Phone: 906-774-2181

 Super 8 Motel of Iron Mountain is located on the north side of town on Highways US 2 & US-141, across from Bay de Noc Community College. Wide selection of rooms and suites with high speed wireless internet access. 24-Hour Heated Indoor Pool, Sauna, Whirlpool, and Exercise room. Complementary Super Start breakfast includes waffles, fresh fruit, cereals, beverages, plus much more. Pets welcome. Close to golfing, shopping, and downhill skiing. Packages avalable. Easy snowmobile trail access. 2702 North Stephenson Ave., Iron Mountain, MI 49801. Phone 906-774-3400 or toll free direct: 888-711-8090.

 

Woodlands Motel, N 3957 N. US 2, Iron Mountain MI, 49801.906 774-6106. Economy Rates, Kitchenettes, Modern motel units feature color cable TV, direct dial phones, and wireless internet access. Located just 1 mile north of Bay de Noc Community College. Major Credit Cards Accepted.

 

Iron River, MI (in the south central Upper Peninsula)

 

AmericInn Lodge & Suites of Iron River, located on Highway US-2 in downtown Iron River, MI, offers comfortable guest rooms, fireplace and whirlpool suites, and one & two room suites. Elevator. Free Wireless High Speed Internet Access. Indoor heated swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna, and fitness room. Complimentary AmericInn Perk Breakfast. Large parking lot with cold weather hook-ups. Pet friendly rooms. AmericInn of Iron River, 40 E Adams Street, Iron River, MI 49935. Phone: 906-265-9100

 

Chicaugon Lake Inn, 1700 County Road 424, Gaastra, MI 49927. Motel with 24 first floor guest-rooms, color TV/VCR, free continental breakfast, AC, and game room. 8 miles SE of Iron River by Chicaugon Lake for swimming, boating, & fishing. Near George Young Golf and Recreation Complex and only 8 miles from Brule Mountain Ski Area and Resort. On the snowmobile trail, ride from your door. Pets welcome.

 

Ishpeming, MI (15 miles west of Marquette on US 41 & M-28

Best Western Country Inn at the Country Village Resort , 60 guest rooms, Indoor pool & Jacuzzi, coffee makers, wireless internet. Fittness Center, Meeting and Banquet Facilities. Adjacent to the Country Kitchen Restaurant. Snowmobile, Mountain Biking, and Cross-Coountry Ski Trails on site. 850 U. S. Highway 41W, Ishpeming, MI 49849. Phone: 906-485-6345.

 

Jasper Ridge Inn, 26 comfortable guest rooms and suites 2 blocks south of the Country Village Resort. Outdoor heated pool, cable TV, continental breakfast. Located 2 blocks north of the Country Village Resort.. Snowmobile and ATV rentals at the Ace Hardware Store. 1000 River Parkway, Ishpeming, MI. Phone: 866-875-4312.

 

 

Manistique, MI (on the shores of Lake Michigan)

 

Gray Wolf Lodge, 6770W US Highway 2, Manistique, MI 49854. Phone: 906-341-2410. Heated Indoor Pool, Spa, and Game Room. 40 comfortable air-conditioned units, all with a view of Lake Michigan. In-room high-speed internet service, cable TV, direct dial phones, coffee makers, and hair dryers. Located two miles east of Manistique with a private beach on Lake Michigan. Directly on snowmobile trail. New Owners.

 

Holiday Motel, 5939W US Highway 2, Manistique, MI 49854. Phone: 906-341-2710. 4 miles east of Manistique, opposite the Schoolcraft County Airport. 20 modern units, cable TV, telephones, tub/shower combination, queen and double beds, spacious grounds. Three triple rooms containing 2 double beds and 1 twin bed. Playground, hiking trails. Free continental breakfast. Near Casino. Access to snowmobile trails. Plenty of parking. Pets welcome.

 

Star Motel, East US-2, Manistique, Ml 49854. Phone 906-341-5363. Located about 1-1/4 miles east of Manistique on the shore of Lake Michigan. Spacious rooms with tub/shower combination and phones. Color cable TV. Reasonable rates. Access to snowmobile trails. Coffee in rooms. Open year round. MasterCard and VISA cards honored. Pets accepted.

 

Marquette, MI (on the shores of Lake Superior)

 

Econo Lodge Marquette, 2050 US-41 South, Marquette, MI 49855. Phone: 906-225-1305. Located 1 1/2 miles south of Marquette on US-41 & M-28, across from Lake Superior. Motel with 47 guests rooms overlooking Lake Superior. Rooms have queen and double beds, in-room phones, cable TV, in-room coffee, air-conditioning, and hairdryers. Handicap rooms. Second floor rooms have a balcony with chairs for enjoying the breathtaking view of the lake. Free Continental breakfast. Wireless Internet Access throughout the Lodge. Directly across the highway from the hiking, biking and snowmobile trails. Only 10 minutes from Marquette Mountain for downhill skiing and near Northern Michigan University, the Superior Dome, and Marquette General Hospital. Meeting rooms. Pets Welcome.

 

Menominee MI & Marinette, WI (on the shores of Lake Michigan at the mouth of the Menominee River)

 

Country Inn & Suites by Carlson of Marinette & Menominee is located on Highway US-41 in Marinette, Wisconsin. Attractive non-smoking guest rooms and a variety of suites with Cable TV, coffee makers, microwaves, & refrigerators. Indoor heated swimming pool, whirlpool, & fitness center. Free high speed wireless internet throughout the hotel. Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast served daily in our Breakfast Room. Guest laundry. Pets with prior approval in designated pet rooms. Country Inn & Suites of Marinette, 2020 Old Peshtigo Road (US-41), Marinette, WI 54143. Telephone: (715) 732-3400

 

Munising, MI (Alger County by the Pictured Rocks Lakeshore & Grand Island)

 

Alger Falls Motel, E9427 HIghway M-28, Munising, MI 49862. Phone: 906-387-3536. AAA Approved. 16 motel units with wireless internet access. Air conditioning, cable TV and direct dial phones. Recreation room with full cooking facilities for guests. Access to snowmobile trails.

 

Americas Best Value Inn: Cherrywood Lodge of Munising. Casual, Relaxed and Friendly - Join Us All Year Round. 80 modern spacious rooms, indoor pool, sauna and hot tub, Cable TV, Wireless Internet Access. Deluxe rooms, suites and rooms with connecting doors available. Guest Laundry. Heated garage for snowmobile repairs. Snowmobile rental at desk. Pets Welcome. Located 3 miles east of Munising on Highway M-28. E 10160 Highway M-28 E, Munising/Wetmore, MI. Phone: 906-387-4864

 

AmericInn Lodge and Suites of Munising, MI E9926 State Highway M-28 East, Wetmore, MI 49895. Phone: 906-387-2000 or toll free: 1-866-762-9256. Comfortable guest rooms, family suites, hot tub suites, and fireplace suites. Handicapped accessible rooms. Elevator. Cable TV, high-speed internet access, and data port phones. Deluxe continental breakfast. Splash Bay Adventure indoor pool and family fun center. 3 miles east of Munising and Lake Superior. Pets Permitted. On the trail.

 

Holiday Inn Express Lakeview, E8998 Highway M-28, Munising, MI 49862. Phone: 906-387-4800. New hotel on the shores of Lake Superior, only 2 miles west of downtown Munising on M-28. There are 62 rooms, 15 one & two bedroom suites, 4 handicap rooms, and the areas largest indoor pool. Hot tub, sauna, and fitness center. Complementary Continental Breakfast. Elevator. In-room high speed internet access and cable TV. Outstanding view of the Pictured Rocks. Meeting room and gift shop. Easy access to the snowmobile trail.

 

Sunset on the Bay Motel, 1315 Bay Street, Munising, MI 49862. Phone 906-387-4574. AAA Approved. All rooms on beautiful Munising Bay of Lake Superior. Lakefront Rooms with awesome view, Kitchenettes, One and Two Bedroom Units. Picnic tables, charcoal grills and a private beach. Two 3-bedroom Vacation Homes by the motel. Snowmobile trail access.

 

Superior Motel and Suites, 500 East M-28, Munising, Michigan 49862. Phone: 906-387-1600 or Toll free: 1-866-387-1600. Motel has 15 rooms and 3 suites, one suite will sleep up to 7 people. Rooms and Suites have in-room coffee, tub/shower combinations, direct dial phones, and Cable TV with HBO. Rollaways available. Located close to Lake Superior, within walking distance of restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. Pets are welcome.

 

Terrace Motel, 420 Prospect, Munising, Michigan. 906-387-2735 or Fax 906-387-2534. Relax in one of our 18 exceptionally clean rooms with at-door parking and a large lot for parking trucks and trailers. Open year round, we offer a combination of singles, doubles, 2 bedroom units and family units for up to 7 people.

 

Timber Ridge Motel and Lodge, N4045 Buckhorn Road, Munising, Michigan 49862, Phone (906) 387-3790. All motel units are full housekeeping suites with individual decks overlooking Hovey Lake. The lodge has 4 bedrooms and is located on the shore of Hovey Lake southwest of Munising, in the heart of the Hiawatha National Forest.

 

Newberry, MI (in Luce County near Tahquamenon Falls)

 

Comfort Inn of Newberry Jct M-28 and M-123 Newberry, MI 49853. Wireless Internet Access, Cable TV, complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, private whirlpool suites, U.P.'s largest indoor hot tub and sauna. Snowmobile trail access. Snowmobile Rentals. (888-300-SNOW) or (906-293-3218)

 

Evening Star Motel, 965 S. Newberry Ave, (Highway M-123),Newberry MI 49868. Phone: 906-293-8342 or 800-832-5216. Clean, comfortable reasonably priced rooms and apartment suites. King, queen or double sized beds, two bedroom rooms. Continental breakfast in lobby. Cable TV with HBO and Cinemax, AC, and am/fm alarm radios. Some rooms with coffee makers, microwaves, and refrigerators. Handicap accessible rooms. Snowmobile from your door. Pets accepted. The Evening Star Motel has merged with the Park-a-Way Motel, located next door offering use of the large indoor heated pool.

 

Manor Motel, 7847 Highway M-123, Newberry Avenue, Newberry MI 49868. Phone: 906-293-5000. Very modern, up to date motel with cable TV, single and double rooms, and 2 bedroom suites. Rooms are soundproofed. Free wireless internet access in each guest room. Small pets permitted. Near restaurants, shopping and gasoline.

 

Park-A-Way Motel, 7511 State Highway M-123, (South Newberry Avenue) Newberry MI 49868, 24 clean comfortable rooms with queen sized beds, some with kitchenettes. Free Continental Breakfast. Large indoor heated pool. Cable TV. Open year round. Snowmobile from your door. Phone: 906-293-8342 or 800-832-5216. Now merged with the Evening Star Motel next door for additional accommodations. Large yard with grills for cooking a meal or relaxing.

 

Ontonagon and Silver City, MI (near the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park)

 

AmericInn of Silver City is located on the shores of Lake Superior, 3 miles east of the Porcupine Mountains State Park and 13 miles west of Ontonagon. The AmericInn of Silver City offers 71 comfortable guest rooms & suites on 3 floors with an elevator. Some rooms have a view of Lake Superior. Wireless Internet Access, Cable TV. Indoor heated pool, whirlpool, and sauna. Complementary AmericInn Perk Breakfast. Paul's Superior View Family Restaurant serves from 5pm to 9pm and Porky's Pub & Grub opens at 4 pm. Walk along the Lake Superior shoreline, enjoy the exciting sunsets, or just relax and take in the beauty of the lake and the awesome night sky. On the trail and only 3 miles from downhill and cross country skiing. Designated pet rooms. Phone: 906-885-5311

 

Paradise, MI (on Whitefish Bay, Lake Superior. Near Tahquamenon Falls)

 

 Freighter's View on the Bay 10346 Whitefish Point Road, Phone 906-492-3266. Smoke free Motel with Kitchenettes and carports is located 2 miles north of Paradise. All rooms have a view of Whitefish Bay. In-room coffee makers, small refrigerators, & Satellite TV. Grills, picnic tables, & campfire area with wood provided. Decks on the Water. Open April through October. Sorry No Pets.

 

Paradise Inn Motel, Highway M-123, Paradise, MI 49768. Phone 906-492-3940 or 1-800-654-2000. Located at the junction of Highway M-123 and Whitefish Point Road in Paradise. 36 modern spacious rooms, including 2 jacuzzi suites and 2 handicap rooms. Continental breakfast, remote control color TVs, guest laundry. Direct access to the trails. Large parking area for trailers.

 

Sault Ste. Marie, MI (the oldest city in Michigan, by the Soo Locks)

 

Laker Inn, 1712 Ashmun Street, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49738. Phone: 906-635-9204 or toll free 888-907-9077. Motel has 12 ground floor rooms with queen-sized or double beds. Rooms have Cable TV with 62 channels, air conditioning, refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. Tub/shower combination. Coffee, hot chocolate, and popcorn provided. Large parking area for trailers. Only 6 blocks from LSSU. Close to Casino with shuttle service available. Easy access to snowmobile trails. Pets welcome.

 

Park Inn Hotel, Sault Ste. Marie is located just off I-75 on Business Spur I-75 near attractions, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment. 59 guest rooms with Cable TV and in-room coffee makers and apartment-style suites with 2 rooms & kitchenettes. Elevator. Heated Indoor Pool, Spa, & Cedar Sauna. Fitness Center. Free High Speed Wireless Internet access. Complementary Deluxe Continental Breakfast. Conference & Meeting Room. Guest Laundry. Pets Welcome in designated rooms. Snowmobile trails located behind the hotel with large parking area for trailers. Park Inn Hotel, 3525 I-75 Business Spur, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. Phone: 906-632-6000.

 

Twin Lakes (Toivola), MI 26 miles south of Houghton and Hancock

 

Parkview Lodge, Lounge, and Grill, 32423 N. Highway M-26, Twin Lakes, Toivola, MI 49965. Phone: 906-288-3288. Lodge has 16 rooms with queen-sized beds, satellite TV, refrigerators, and coffee makers. Handicap accessible unit. Indoor heated pool, whirlpool, and sauna. Full service restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Lounge with big screen satellite TV. Internet access available. 26 miles south of Houghton on the Bill Nichols ATV and snowmobile trail and across from Twin Lakes State Park for swimming, fishing, and boating.

 

White PIne, MI (6 miles south of Silver City on M-64 in the Western Upper Peninsula

 

Konteka Motel, Restaurant, Bar & Grill, and the Black Bear Bowling Lanes, 400 Main Street in the Mineral Circle Plaza, White Pine MI 49971. Phone: 906-885-5170. Only 6 miles from Silver City and the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. Motel has 16 guest rooms with refrigerator and cable TV. Handicap accessible room. Sauna & Hot Tub. Restaurant open daily serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The popular Bar and Grill is open from 11 am to midnight serving your favorite beverages, a variety of sandwiches, and appetizers. Large 62" cable TV, juke box, and pool table. Black Bear Bowling Alley has 8 lanes with league and open bowling. Banquet/Meeting Room for group gatherings. On snowmobile trail #1 so you can ride right from the door.

 

 

"Let us welcome, then, the strangers,

Hail them as our friends and brothers,

And the heart's right hand of friendship

Give them when they come to see us.

Gitche Manito, the Mighty,

Said this to me in my vision."
Song of Hiawatha, W.W. Longfellow

 

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