Name: American Heritage Inn
Address: 1681 E Grand River Ave, Portland, Michigan, United States of America, Portland, Michigan, US
Price range: US$82–US$110 per night
Rating: 8.25

What guests think

Across recent reviews, American Heritage Inn is consistently described as clean, quiet, and staffed by friendly people, with many guests finding the rooms comfortable, though the property feels older and could use updates in places.

Beds receive mixed feedback, and multiple comments note a basic or skimpy breakfast. Several reviews mention an older, dated feel with occasional maintenance issues, plus pool closures or a poorly kept pool area. Location is convenient off the highway and near dining, but some guests found the entrance hard to locate due to limited signage. Expect a straightforward, no-frills stay.

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Facilities

Several reviews report pool closures and a poorly maintained pool area.

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10

Chris

8 Jul 2023

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Looks like they had a tree removed. Contractor needs to clean the lot of leaves and sticks and sawdust

2

Jaylee

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Super basic room. Two queen beds, full size shower. Bathroom counter had a TON of chips in it, yellow staining around the sink drain. All of the towels had holes in them. There were only two outlets in the entire room, one in the bathroom and one behind the microwave. We were looking forward to using the pool but it was closed the entire stay without warning. Front desk receptionist was friendly.

4

kristin

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pool bathroom was very dirty, paint peeling, no appropriate safety equipment, no towels, bed was super hard and pillows were poor at best

10

KAOLY

28 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet and convenient walking distance for dining options and fuel gas. Lots of parking and nice view. Staff is courteous and rooms are spacious and clean and comfortable.

6

Anne

28 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I liked the walking path behind the hotel. However to access it you need to walk on the side of the hotel which has many mole spots making it harder to walk .

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is frequently praised across rooms and common areas, with many calling the hotel very clean. A few reports cite worn linens, smelly carpet, or a dirty pool bathroom.

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10

Leslie

24 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When we stayed it was quiet with few guests. The weather was terrible and no local happenings. We were welcomed and had a quiet room with comfortable beds and a nice continental breakfast. It is an older motel but was clean and comfortable

8

Kimberly

7 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff is very friendly and helpful!! To be honest, the hotel needs updates but it is very clean. Would stay again.

10

Tammy

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, friendly staff. Would definitely stay again.

8

Dawn

3 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean but could use updating.

10

Hayley

26 Mar 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Very quiet and very clean.

10

Joey

5 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean everywhere. Friendly staff, very comfortable bed.

2

Jaylee

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Super basic room. Two queen beds, full size shower. Bathroom counter had a TON of chips in it, yellow staining around the sink drain. All of the towels had holes in them. There were only two outlets in the entire room, one in the bathroom and one behind the microwave. We were looking forward to using the pool but it was closed the entire stay without warning. Front desk receptionist was friendly.

10

John R.

11 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, remodeled feel, well stocked, meticulously prepped and quality place.

10

Leah

3 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and comfortable.

6

Todd

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Smelly carpet in room, and bed squeaked with every little move. Did not sleep well. Breakfast ended at 9:00am instead of 10:00am.

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Rooms

Rooms are often quiet and some guests find beds comfortable, but multiple reviews describe dated decor and inconsistent bed comfort, with occasional noise from AC or minor maintenance quirks.

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8

Anthony

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel is slightly dated but overall a decent place to lay your head. Staff is friendly , room was clean. Would visit again. Thanks.

10

Leslie

24 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When we stayed it was quiet with few guests. The weather was terrible and no local happenings. We were welcomed and had a quiet room with comfortable beds and a nice continental breakfast. It is an older motel but was clean and comfortable

10

James

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very Quiet.

8

Dawn

3 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean but could use updating.

4

Jennifer

26 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel said I did not have a reservation (I did) that I hadn’t paid (I had) and that there were no rooms availability. I showed him my paid reservation on my phone and he said there were still no rooms. While he called someone he handed me keys to a run down room. The air conditioner was very loud and the beds were very uncomfortable. If there was any other hotel remotely close I would have left. I do not recommend this hotel.

10

Joey

5 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean everywhere. Friendly staff, very comfortable bed.

4

Timothy

26 Sept 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The mattress was like sleeping on a rock.

10

KAOLY

28 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet and convenient walking distance for dining options and fuel gas. Lots of parking and nice view. Staff is courteous and rooms are spacious and clean and comfortable.

10

Leah

3 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and comfortable.

2

Christopher

10 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The beds were terrible and I could not sleep.

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Service

Most reviews highlight friendly, courteous staff and easy check in and out. There is at least one report of a reservation mix up, and staff addressed a breakfast issue promptly.

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8

Anthony

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel is slightly dated but overall a decent place to lay your head. Staff is friendly , room was clean. Would visit again. Thanks.

8

Kimberly

7 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff is very friendly and helpful!! To be honest, the hotel needs updates but it is very clean. Would stay again.

10

Tammy

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, friendly staff. Would definitely stay again.

10

Susan

6 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The drive way to the motel is hard to find and has potholes in it. The room was clean, although the blanket on the bed had a burn hole in it and the sheet was worn very thin. The refrigerator worked fine, along with the air conditioner and microwave. There were no safety bars for the bathtub/shower. It was very quiet and staff was friendly. Breakfast was minimal and not diabetic friendly.

4

Jennifer

26 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel said I did not have a reservation (I did) that I hadn’t paid (I had) and that there were no rooms availability. I showed him my paid reservation on my phone and he said there were still no rooms. While he called someone he handed me keys to a run down room. The air conditioner was very loud and the beds were very uncomfortable. If there was any other hotel remotely close I would have left. I do not recommend this hotel.

10

Joey

5 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean everywhere. Friendly staff, very comfortable bed.

10

Jordan

8 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved this place quiet and clean great staff. Thank you for a wonderful night

10

Francisco

30 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly people laid back clean Hotel

10

Rebecca

10 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy check in and check out Nice and quiet.

10

Carolyn

14 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very professional and kind. Clean and safe. Lau dry softner for sheets/towels would be great. Scratchy. But norhing to complain about just a proactive suggestion. I will recommend other friends/family to stay here when needed.

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Location

Convenient off the highway and between Grand Rapids and Lansing, with some dining and fuel options nearby. Several guests found the entrance difficult to locate due to limited signage or a rough driveway.

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Karen

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I did not try their breakfast Older hotel. I thought the cleanness was ok for an older hotel. The beds were not the best for me. I thought the cost was to high for the condition of the hotel, but it is the only hotel in the town so you are kind of stuck

10

Annette

26 Aug 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Convenient Location near family

10

V

8 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to access off highway. Clean, welcoming atmosphere.

6

Kimberly

9 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Water smells and tastes horrible. If you must stay in this dump, bring your own water. Also quite difficult to locate. Small town but signage wasn't great and you had to drive thru other parking lots to get to it. Breakfast was just meh.

10

Susan

6 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The drive way to the motel is hard to find and has potholes in it. The room was clean, although the blanket on the bed had a burn hole in it and the sheet was worn very thin. The refrigerator worked fine, along with the air conditioner and microwave. There were no safety bars for the bathtub/shower. It was very quiet and staff was friendly. Breakfast was minimal and not diabetic friendly.

10

Christine

26 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Safe, clean, bright and quiet, right off the highway. Comfortable beds, rooms and property well cared for

10

KAOLY

28 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet and convenient walking distance for dining options and fuel gas. Lots of parking and nice view. Staff is courteous and rooms are spacious and clean and comfortable.

8

Robert

26 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very difficult to find at night. Not permitted to put signage on main road. Your govt. at work!

10

Charles

18 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location between Grand Rapids and Lansing. Lovely small town community.

6

Anne

28 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I liked the walking path behind the hotel. However to access it you need to walk on the side of the hotel which has many mole spots making it harder to walk .

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Dining

Breakfast is consistently described as minimal or skimpy, with limited variety and an early end time. A few guests enjoyed the coffee or a simple continental spread, and staff resolved an issue with milk promptly.

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8

Jonathan

27 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Older hotel. There was someone at the desk when we arrived but otherwise no one was around. The breakfast is a little skimpy.

10

Leslie

24 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When we stayed it was quiet with few guests. The weather was terrible and no local happenings. We were welcomed and had a quiet room with comfortable beds and a nice continental breakfast. It is an older motel but was clean and comfortable

6

Kimberly

9 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Water smells and tastes horrible. If you must stay in this dump, bring your own water. Also quite difficult to locate. Small town but signage wasn't great and you had to drive thru other parking lots to get to it. Breakfast was just meh.

10

Susan

6 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The drive way to the motel is hard to find and has potholes in it. The room was clean, although the blanket on the bed had a burn hole in it and the sheet was worn very thin. The refrigerator worked fine, along with the air conditioner and microwave. There were no safety bars for the bathtub/shower. It was very quiet and staff was friendly. Breakfast was minimal and not diabetic friendly.

6

Beau

30 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in, room was clean, bed wasnt comfortable (nothing out of ordinary), had slight mishap with breakfast with some bad milk but front desk took care of it and brought a new milk out.

10

Rita D

14 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,370 nights

Thank you for the nice room. Everything and everything was awesome ! Good coffee ☕😇

6

Todd

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Smelly carpet in room, and bed squeaked with every little move. Did not sleep well. Breakfast ended at 9:00am instead of 10:00am.

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American Heritage Inn

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