Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?

The hotel is located within a 15-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Peninsula State Park, 0.2 miles from Sister Bay Beach, and 0.5 miles from Sister Bay Marina.

What are the hotel's policies regarding children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies are not mentioned.

DownTown Inn

What guests think

At DownTown Inn, travelers consistently praise the central, walkable location near Sister Bay’s shops, restaurants, and waterfront, while noting modest lodging with basic comforts, free parking, and simple outdoor seating like porches, decks, or small balconies.

Rooms are generally small and some are updated or modern, but several guests report street or bar noise and occasionally loud air conditioners. Cleanliness feedback is largely positive, though a few reviews cite dirty floors or carpets and some dated bathroom fixtures. Service is friendly and accommodating, though front-desk hours are limited; overall, expect a straightforward, simple base.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic; free parking is appreciated, and multiple rooms have small porches, decks, or balconies with tidy, landscaped grounds.

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Tiffany

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I have stayed at the Downtown Inn before and have always loved it. They just remodeled all of their rooms and they are gorgeous. Loud that it is a small property with lots of landscaping and porches/desks to sit on.

10

Colton

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, comfortable, conveniently located, easy free parking.

8

suzette

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location-lots of shopping and restaurants within walking distance. Nice flowers and clean and updated rooms. Our room was by the street (14) and it was noisy because our windows were open and we like fresh air when we can; you may want to run air conditioning which we did the last night and it helped. As far as staff goes, there is hardly anyone there. Office hours are 2-7pm., but the one day we were actually there during office hours, the door was open, but we did not see anyone. We did see a staff member when we checked in but just barely because we got there right at 7 pm. She was very nice.

10

Roland

Oct 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Liked the little separate house with private balcony . Waterfront , shops and restaurants are right across the streets , service was good .

10

Melissa

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Sister Bay is our favorite place to visit in Door County and this is the perfect place to stay! Parked in the lot and walked everywhere! Clean, friendly staff, will DEFINITELY stay here again next year!

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Jean

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location is handy being right across from a place with food drinks and music. We could walk places and leave car at motel. Rooms are tiny, but clean and beds were comfortable. It was nice having a little deck in front with a view of the bay/lake. Grounds were clean and well kept. We've stayed here before and will stay again. Super convenient location and staff is friendly .

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John

Jun 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is at the top of the little hill and the start of the main drag and near everything. Nice and quiet.

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Cheryl

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I'll start this as we are an active retired early 60's couple who booked this room day we checked in. As the name implies you are right downtown Sister Bay! We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go in SB including the beach area and Peaches brewery. The room is exactly that..you get a room. There is no closet or storage area. Coffee pot in the room! Also a small refrigerator. Bathroom is small but has a great shower head and plenty of hot water! Parking is free.Rooms are noisy since right on road but we sleep with a sound machine so not an issue for us. Check in was easy. Of note, front desk only staffed from 2pm-7pm. We would stay here again since all we need is a clean place to put our head at night and to shower!

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Allison

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Overall this property was perfect for walking around Sister Bay. Located just as you entered down town. Perfect balcony sitting area for 2, and could hear the music if you chose to stay in. Only negative is the air conditioner was extremely loud. Turned it off and opened a window at night to sleep.

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Melissa

Sep 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was the perfect place to stay for a little getaway. It was centrally located in Door County, walkable to everything in Sister Bay, and the view was beautiful. Very affordable, clean, and we would definitely stay here again!

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Cleanliness

Most guests find rooms very clean, but a few report dirty floors or carpets and occasional dated bathroom elements.

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Jenna

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, very clean. I would recommend this place to anyone!

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Colton

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, comfortable, conveniently located, easy free parking.

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Andrew

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean room, close to all activities.

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suzette

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location-lots of shopping and restaurants within walking distance. Nice flowers and clean and updated rooms. Our room was by the street (14) and it was noisy because our windows were open and we like fresh air when we can; you may want to run air conditioning which we did the last night and it helped. As far as staff goes, there is hardly anyone there. Office hours are 2-7pm., but the one day we were actually there during office hours, the door was open, but we did not see anyone. We did see a staff member when we checked in but just barely because we got there right at 7 pm. She was very nice.

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James

Aug 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and right on main strip! Perfect location!

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Audra

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

DownTown Inn is a nice little spot to stay if you want to be closer to Sister Bay activities. Only complaint we had was that the carpet was very, very dirty. Turned the bottom of our socks black! Owners did offer us a different room, but we were only there for 2 nights and hardly ever in the room except to sleep. Didn't feel like moving all our stuff for one more night. Just made sure we always had shoes on when walking around the room. Bed was comfortable with enough blankets and pillows. Hotel grounds well kept, and looked nice. Price was a little steep for a motel... but we live in expensive times, sadly. I would stay there again, and would recommend it to friends and family. But PLEASE PLEASE get those carpets cleaned before next season!

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Rebecca

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place. Cleaner than most big chain hotels that we spend a lot more money at. Would definitely stay again! Great location!

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David

Jun 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful place and very clean

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Tara

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The floor in our room was filthy! We had to wear shoes the whole time. The room was small but cute. They need to update the bathroom, very old shower and terrible shower head. It’s a great location and that’s why their rate is high.

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Melissa

Sep 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was the perfect place to stay for a little getaway. It was centrally located in Door County, walkable to everything in Sister Bay, and the view was beautiful. Very affordable, clean, and we would definitely stay here again!

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Rooms

Rooms are small and simple with some remodeled or modern touches; noise from the street, nearby bars, and loud A/C units is mentioned, and bed comfort and in-room amenities like microwaves are mixed.

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Mary

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms modern, lovely.

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Ross

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Air conditioner was excessively loud and turned on and off far too often to get solid night sleep. Outside of that great place. Walkable to all activities

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suzette

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location-lots of shopping and restaurants within walking distance. Nice flowers and clean and updated rooms. Our room was by the street (14) and it was noisy because our windows were open and we like fresh air when we can; you may want to run air conditioning which we did the last night and it helped. As far as staff goes, there is hardly anyone there. Office hours are 2-7pm., but the one day we were actually there during office hours, the door was open, but we did not see anyone. We did see a staff member when we checked in but just barely because we got there right at 7 pm. She was very nice.

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Jean

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location is handy being right across from a place with food drinks and music. We could walk places and leave car at motel. Rooms are tiny, but clean and beds were comfortable. It was nice having a little deck in front with a view of the bay/lake. Grounds were clean and well kept. We've stayed here before and will stay again. Super convenient location and staff is friendly .

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Diane

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Within walking distance to several shops, bars, and restaurants. Pretty view of the downtown strip. Older hotel, room was clean and well cared for, on the small side, but we were only there to sleep and shower. Would stay there again!

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Madison

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Microwaves in the room, better mattresses, thicker blankets on the bed

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Rachelle

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The beds were awful to sleep in.

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Allison

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Overall this property was perfect for walking around Sister Bay. Located just as you entered down town. Perfect balcony sitting area for 2, and could hear the music if you chose to stay in. Only negative is the air conditioner was extremely loud. Turned it off and opened a window at night to sleep.

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Tara

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The floor in our room was filthy! We had to wear shoes the whole time. The room was small but cute. They need to update the bathroom, very old shower and terrible shower head. It’s a great location and that’s why their rate is high.

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Robert

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

No microwave in the room. Remodelled room could use a ceiling fan to help with humidity.

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Service

Staff are friendly, helpful, and flexible with late or last-minute needs, though the front desk keeps limited hours and may be unattended at times.

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Francisco

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Is close to all the main activities in Sister Bay. Good coffee and service

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suzette

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location-lots of shopping and restaurants within walking distance. Nice flowers and clean and updated rooms. Our room was by the street (14) and it was noisy because our windows were open and we like fresh air when we can; you may want to run air conditioning which we did the last night and it helped. As far as staff goes, there is hardly anyone there. Office hours are 2-7pm., but the one day we were actually there during office hours, the door was open, but we did not see anyone. We did see a staff member when we checked in but just barely because we got there right at 7 pm. She was very nice.

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Laura

Jul 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were able to book at the last minute. They were friendly and helpful.

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Racquel

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Perfect spot to be staying right in Sister Bay. There will be sounds of traffic if you keep windows open, but it didn't bother us as much. We had to stay an extra day last minute, and they let us stay which was lifesaving in ways i cannot describe on here. So again for that alone, THANK YOU. Good food, good vibes just for walking around. Grasse had a delish fishbowl for light eats, and the bar outside of Husby's was a fun chill hangout spot. Stopped at Al Johnsons beer garden first night we got there after 8pm so out and about was limited. Bartender was super chill. We also walked a lil' bit to play minigolf at two places kinda next to eachother. Then hit up Fat Belly's for sushi and some crazy fries with fried pork belly. We WILL go back again to try their ramen. Also loved taking a small drive to Ephraim and tried Anatolias and Prince of Pierogis. Very quaint places, but good eats and good prices with outdoor sitting available. This is our 2nd trip to DoCo and Sister Bay was lovely.

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Melissa

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Sister Bay is our favorite place to visit in Door County and this is the perfect place to stay! Parked in the lot and walked everywhere! Clean, friendly staff, will DEFINITELY stay here again next year!

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Chris

Jul 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff and owner bent over back words to ensure our perfect stay

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Cheryl

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I'll start this as we are an active retired early 60's couple who booked this room day we checked in. As the name implies you are right downtown Sister Bay! We were able to walk everywhere we wanted to go in SB including the beach area and Peaches brewery. The room is exactly that..you get a room. There is no closet or storage area. Coffee pot in the room! Also a small refrigerator. Bathroom is small but has a great shower head and plenty of hot water! Parking is free.Rooms are noisy since right on road but we sleep with a sound machine so not an issue for us. Check in was easy. Of note, front desk only staffed from 2pm-7pm. We would stay here again since all we need is a clean place to put our head at night and to shower!

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Zarko

May 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good communication with staff. Nice and simple experience.

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Keri

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Exactly what I needed for a solo trip, can walk out the door to everything in town. They worked with me for a late check in. Will be back!

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Deb

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very friendly, helpful staff. Walking distance to shopping and restaurants. Close to the lake with a cute beach.

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Location

Outstanding central spot in Sister Bay, walkable to shops, restaurants, and the waterfront; some report noise due to the lively setting.

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Michelle

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cute place, very walkable to shops, restaurants and beach.

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Karen

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location close to shops and food

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Andrew

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean room, close to all activities.

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Roland

Oct 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Liked the little separate house with private balcony . Waterfront , shops and restaurants are right across the streets , service was good .

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Jammie

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Location was fantastic. Room is older but clean and no issues. Would stay again.

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Melissa

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Sister Bay is our favorite place to visit in Door County and this is the perfect place to stay! Parked in the lot and walked everywhere! Clean, friendly staff, will DEFINITELY stay here again next year!

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Jim

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location close to downtown.

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Dan

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Basic room, but clean. Great location! Next to bars and restaurants

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Jason

Oct 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great view. Walkable to everything

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James

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I was very pleasantly surprised by the accommodations. Clean and well located. I would definitely stay again. It’s more of a budget friendly place and I can see why some reviews would say it is over priced, but I disagree. Given the demand for the area I’d say it was reasonable.

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Dining

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Francisco

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Is close to all the main activities in Sister Bay. Good coffee and service

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DownTown Inn

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1 King Private Downtown and Lake View (Second Floor)

2 Queen Downtown and Lake View (Second Floor)

1 King (Ground Floor)

2 Queen Main Building (Ground Floor)

1 Queen (Ground Floor)

2 Queen (Ground Floor)

1 King Bluff View (Second Floor)

1 King Downtown and Lake View (Second Floor)

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