Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn
$241
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn
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$241
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn average $111 in May, the cheapest month, and $814 in November, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $713 |
| February | $274 |
| March | $635 |
| April | $737 |
| May | $111 |
| June | $158 |
| July | $189 |
| August | $178 |
| September | $157 |
| October | $241 |
| November | $814 |
| December | $789 |
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About this property
Beach hotel with indoor and outdoor heated pools, hot tubs, and complimentary area shuttle near Lake Huron.
24-Hour Reception
Sauna
Laundry service
Garden
Beach (Nearby)
WiFi
Location
1067 North State Street, St Ignace, Michigan, United States of America
Room options
Suite Lake View
Sleeps 8
Single Deluxe King Bed
Suite Accessible with Views
Sleeps 8
Double Lake View
Sleeps 4
Room Lake View
Quadruple Accessible with Views
Sleeps 4
Quadruple Lake View
Sleeps 4
Double Accessible with Views
Sleeps 4
Guest reviews of Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn
7.9
Good
Based on 1,883 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
4%
Couple
36%
Family
49%
Group
7%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn, travelers praise the beautiful lakefront views from every balcony or patio and generally clean, updated rooms, while noting the older property shows its age, with dated common areas and a basic, crowded breakfast setup.
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What guests think
At Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn, travelers praise the beautiful lakefront views from every balcony or patio and generally clean, updated rooms, while noting the older property shows its age, with dated common areas and a basic, crowded breakfast setup.
Amenities include an indoor pool, hot tubs and sauna, beach fire pits and kayaks, plus shuttle service and discounted ferry tickets, though some facilities and door security feel worn, and maintenance issues with the pool area and hot tubs recur. Rooms are spacious with lake views, but bed comfort varies, some bathrooms and balconies need work, noise can carry (especially under the breakfast room), and in-room features like microwaves, phones, or Wi-Fi can be inconsistent. Staff are frequently friendly and helpful, yet reports of rude interactions and short-staffed housekeeping appear, with towel exchanges on request and beach areas sometimes messy from bird droppings. Expect great views and value in a dated, lakefront hotel with variable amenities.
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Facilities
Indoor pool, hot tubs and a sauna are popular, and beach amenities like fire pits and kayaks plus shuttle service and easy parking add convenience; however, recurring issues include an out-of-order hot tub, murky pool conditions, worn areas, and weak door security.
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Daniel
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Outstanding customer service and well maintained property with walk out beach access. Hotel has all of the amenities, pool, fitness center, shuttle service and beach fire rings.
Outstanding customer service and well maintained property with walk out beach access. Hotel has all of the amenities, pool, fitness center, shuttle service and beach fire rings.
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Marcia
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location and view of the lake from the balcony were great. It goes downhill from there. It’s an old property which I would never ding for, but is showing the wear. Especially in the pool area. The floor was extremely uneven and “soggy” which made me worry about the safety. It likely needs to be completely re-done. One of the 2 hot tubs was out of order. We were told when we checked in that if we wanted clean towels during our 2 night stay, we would need to bring the dirty ones to the front desk and exchange them. Never in my travels have I ever run into that! The pool area also ran out of towels while we were sitting in the hot tub. And it wasn’t even busy. The breakfast options were not great. Typical “continental” stuff & pancakes. Zero offerings that had any protein. Carbs only. And on Sunday morning when I went to grab a coffee, I realized I was 10 minutes late. What hotels close down the breakfast at 9:00 on the weekend? I get that it’s hard to find staff, and the staff at the front desk were very nice. But at the price we paid, I expected better conditions and service.
The location and view of the lake from the balcony were great. It goes downhill from there. It’s an old property which I would never ding for, but is showing the wear. Especially in the pool area. The floor was extremely uneven and “soggy” which made me worry about the safety. It likely needs to be completely re-done. One of the 2 hot tubs was out of order. We were told when we checked in that if we wanted clean towels during our 2 night stay, we would need to bring the dirty ones to the front desk and exchange them. Never in my travels have I ever run into that! The pool area also ran out of towels while we were sitting in the hot tub. And it wasn’t even busy. The breakfast options were not great. Typical “continental” stuff & pancakes. Zero offerings that had any protein. Carbs only. And on Sunday morning when I went to grab a coffee, I realized I was 10 minutes late. What hotels close down the breakfast at 9:00 on the weekend? I get that it’s hard to find staff, and the staff at the front desk were very nice. But at the price we paid, I expected better conditions and service.
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April
Sep 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This property is quite outdated. For the price per night being comparable to a more updated and accommodating hotel, I was quite disappointed with this option. Hot tub and pool both had cloudy water, very limited seating and short serving time for breakfast. Toilet was very low to the ground making very difficult to sit and stand. Refrigerator didn’t work and no microwave in room.
This property is quite outdated. For the price per night being comparable to a more updated and accommodating hotel, I was quite disappointed with this option. Hot tub and pool both had cloudy water, very limited seating and short serving time for breakfast. Toilet was very low to the ground making very difficult to sit and stand. Refrigerator didn’t work and no microwave in room.
10
Rebecca
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Loved the spa hot tub, staff was very helpful as well.
Loved the spa hot tub, staff was very helpful as well.
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Carrie
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The pool wasn’t the greatest and one of the hot tubs wasn’t working during our stay but all in all it was good for the price
The pool wasn’t the greatest and one of the hot tubs wasn’t working during our stay but all in all it was good for the price
10
Eileen
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Comfortable room, nice balcony with view of lake. Discount tickets for Mackinac Island ferry and shuttle service to ferry.
Comfortable room, nice balcony with view of lake. Discount tickets for Mackinac Island ferry and shuttle service to ferry.
10
John L
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a busy weekend in St. Ignace with people doing color tours. We had not stayed here before, so we felt like we were taking a chance. What a great find. We had a second-floor balcony room overlooking their beach and Lake Huron looking out toward Mackinaw Island. Therre was plenty to see and people were wandering the beach. At night, and in the morning, people were lighting bonfires on the beach. This is the sunrise side of the UP so being on the beach, or on the balcony in the morning was important. They have an indoor pool, with a hot tub and sauna. We didn't take advantage of those amenities, but they were in use and looked good. Two negatives. The beds were comfortable, but they used a bed pad, and it made the bottom sheets bunch up a bit. Also the breakfast was not very good. Limited variety, mainly carbs, cereal and yogurt. No real protein. We had planned to eat out anyway, so it didn't affect us, but you should know that it could add cost to your stay if you needed to eat breakfast elsewhere. This is a three-story hotel and they do have an elevator. We have noticed more places in the UP don't have elevators, so this was a plus.
This was a busy weekend in St. Ignace with people doing color tours. We had not stayed here before, so we felt like we were taking a chance. What a great find. We had a second-floor balcony room overlooking their beach and Lake Huron looking out toward Mackinaw Island. Therre was plenty to see and people were wandering the beach. At night, and in the morning, people were lighting bonfires on the beach. This is the sunrise side of the UP so being on the beach, or on the balcony in the morning was important. They have an indoor pool, with a hot tub and sauna. We didn't take advantage of those amenities, but they were in use and looked good. Two negatives. The beds were comfortable, but they used a bed pad, and it made the bottom sheets bunch up a bit. Also the breakfast was not very good. Limited variety, mainly carbs, cereal and yogurt. No real protein. We had planned to eat out anyway, so it didn't affect us, but you should know that it could add cost to your stay if you needed to eat breakfast elsewhere. This is a three-story hotel and they do have an elevator. We have noticed more places in the UP don't have elevators, so this was a plus.
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Marianne
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice little lakeside porch with two chairs. Driveway was a bit unhandy, had to go back out to street and down to other driveway to go to our parking lot. Make your own pancake for breakfast. Bagels, toast, cereal with milk, yogurt, juice, apples and oranges for breakfast. Two hammocks lakeside for use. Picnic shelter area lakeside. Elevator is a plus! Keys to unlock door, rather than a card. Wifi was iffy. Mini fridge in room.
Nice little lakeside porch with two chairs. Driveway was a bit unhandy, had to go back out to street and down to other driveway to go to our parking lot. Make your own pancake for breakfast. Bagels, toast, cereal with milk, yogurt, juice, apples and oranges for breakfast. Two hammocks lakeside for use. Picnic shelter area lakeside. Elevator is a plus! Keys to unlock door, rather than a card. Wifi was iffy. Mini fridge in room.
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Erich
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The lower price than some other hotels was nice. Mold in the refrigerator and bathroom was not good. The tub was either rotten underneath or the tub was never properly installed. It felt like you were going to fall through any moment. The furniture in the room was something probably 50 years old and poorly maintained. The hallways had a foul smell and exterior entrances were not secured, so anyone could just wander in. There was a free shuttle available to the ferries to Mackinac island. However, that is not enough to make me ever want to return to this hotel.
The lower price than some other hotels was nice. Mold in the refrigerator and bathroom was not good. The tub was either rotten underneath or the tub was never properly installed. It felt like you were going to fall through any moment. The furniture in the room was something probably 50 years old and poorly maintained. The hallways had a foul smell and exterior entrances were not secured, so anyone could just wander in. There was a free shuttle available to the ferries to Mackinac island. However, that is not enough to make me ever want to return to this hotel.
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Li
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room is clean enough, but the swimming pool needs some serious work. The floor was all wet carpet, and the water was murky. One hot-tub was not working, the other full of foam.
The room is clean enough, but the swimming pool needs some serious work. The floor was all wet carpet, and the water was murky. One hot-tub was not working, the other full of foam.
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Cleanliness
Many guests find rooms clean, but others report musty odors, missed bathroom cleaning, cobwebs, and bird droppings on the beach. Housekeeping during stays is limited, with towel exchanges or service upon request rather than automatic daily cleaning.
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Kathy
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The only thing I liked was the lakefront view. The Bavarian Haus was the worst hotel I had ever stayed at! Dirty, dirty, dirty! The beach and grass area leading to the beach was covered with dog poop. The woman at the desk said it was goose poop-either way, it was an unhealthy and unsafe environment. Do not stay at this dump!!
The only thing I liked was the lakefront view. The Bavarian Haus was the worst hotel I had ever stayed at! Dirty, dirty, dirty! The beach and grass area leading to the beach was covered with dog poop. The woman at the desk said it was goose poop-either way, it was an unhealthy and unsafe environment. Do not stay at this dump!!
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Jon
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and updated room…great condition, very friendly staff and a good breakfast. Beautiful view from any room
Clean and updated room…great condition, very friendly staff and a good breakfast. Beautiful view from any room
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Katie
Jun 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
TLDR: Overall, this was super disappointing. There is a major lack of housekeeping. Balcony was layered with dead bugs, cobwebs in the corners of the room and the bathroom, layer of dust on the lampshades, old food crumbs/chips were on the rocker chair. Plus, there was a super thick smell in the room. The absolutely only good things here were: everyone was sweet and nice checking in and out, the view of the lake is fantastic, and....well that's it. Whoever owns this place clearly isn't paying attention to cleanliness, at all. This is on them, not the people at the desks. I personally wouldn't go here again, ever. I paid over $100 for a $35 sketchy motel experience.
TLDR: Overall, this was super disappointing. There is a major lack of housekeeping. Balcony was layered with dead bugs, cobwebs in the corners of the room and the bathroom, layer of dust on the lampshades, old food crumbs/chips were on the rocker chair. Plus, there was a super thick smell in the room. The absolutely only good things here were: everyone was sweet and nice checking in and out, the view of the lake is fantastic, and....well that's it. Whoever owns this place clearly isn't paying attention to cleanliness, at all. This is on them, not the people at the desks. I personally wouldn't go here again, ever. I paid over $100 for a $35 sketchy motel experience.
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Dwight
Jul 23, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
There were spiderwebs in and around the bathroom light but other than that, the room was clean. They do not clean the room during your stay so you have to exchange towels at the front desk. It was a nice quiet hotel with excellent view of lake Huron. There is a grass area and beach area behind the hotel.
There were spiderwebs in and around the bathroom light but other than that, the room was clean. They do not clean the room during your stay so you have to exchange towels at the front desk. It was a nice quiet hotel with excellent view of lake Huron. There is a grass area and beach area behind the hotel.
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Dawn
Sep 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean!!!
Very clean!!!
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MICHAEL
Jul 18, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This property has spectacular views off of the balcony from the Lakeside room that we rented. However, the room and hotel was in desperate need of cleaning and repairs. Very dated to say the least not worth $156 a night that includes taxes. The sliding glass door to the balcony was so film covered you could not even look out of the glass. There was green moss and loose wooden boards on the balcony itself not safe whatsoever. large cobwebs in the corners of the room, and under the air-conditioning. The door wall leading to the balcony did not lock and had some cheap flimsy aluminum tubing, keeping the door locked from intruders. Upon arriving to the room, there was some type of white goo smeared all over the deadbolt, where we tried to unlock the room to gain entrance. How is housekeeping missing these very basic things that need to be cleaned Very disappointed and will not return.
This property has spectacular views off of the balcony from the Lakeside room that we rented. However, the room and hotel was in desperate need of cleaning and repairs. Very dated to say the least not worth $156 a night that includes taxes. The sliding glass door to the balcony was so film covered you could not even look out of the glass. There was green moss and loose wooden boards on the balcony itself not safe whatsoever. large cobwebs in the corners of the room, and under the air-conditioning. The door wall leading to the balcony did not lock and had some cheap flimsy aluminum tubing, keeping the door locked from intruders. Upon arriving to the room, there was some type of white goo smeared all over the deadbolt, where we tried to unlock the room to gain entrance. How is housekeeping missing these very basic things that need to be cleaned Very disappointed and will not return.
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Gay
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This property stated newly remodled. However, the tubs were not changed out and was old and stained. They do not clean the rooms or empty trash. When I ask for clean towels after 2 days, the gentleman at the desk was rude. Others had been before me asking for towels. He told them to put towels in the hall to get washed. He told me to bring the dirty towels down. Which I did not do.
This property stated newly remodled. However, the tubs were not changed out and was old and stained. They do not clean the rooms or empty trash. When I ask for clean towels after 2 days, the gentleman at the desk was rude. Others had been before me asking for towels. He told them to put towels in the hall to get washed. He told me to bring the dirty towels down. Which I did not do.
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Erich
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The lower price than some other hotels was nice. Mold in the refrigerator and bathroom was not good. The tub was either rotten underneath or the tub was never properly installed. It felt like you were going to fall through any moment. The furniture in the room was something probably 50 years old and poorly maintained. The hallways had a foul smell and exterior entrances were not secured, so anyone could just wander in. There was a free shuttle available to the ferries to Mackinac island. However, that is not enough to make me ever want to return to this hotel.
The lower price than some other hotels was nice. Mold in the refrigerator and bathroom was not good. The tub was either rotten underneath or the tub was never properly installed. It felt like you were going to fall through any moment. The furniture in the room was something probably 50 years old and poorly maintained. The hallways had a foul smell and exterior entrances were not secured, so anyone could just wander in. There was a free shuttle available to the ferries to Mackinac island. However, that is not enough to make me ever want to return to this hotel.
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Aubrey
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Upon arriving the staff was pleasant. Regular room keys which I didn’t mind. Our room had a door on the main floor to walk right out to the beach which was the best part. Broken chair and tissues on porch. Room looked nice and updated and clean until I went into the bathroom. I am a housekeeper myself and would have sent my girls back for all of the hair left on the floor. It wasn’t a little it was a lot. I don’t think the floor was swept or mopped,so I mopped it with soap and a washcloth, and wiped everything else down just in case. The bottom of the toilet was also dirty, and between the beds wasn’t vacuumed. I was disappointed because these things don’t take long and make a huge difference in being comfortable. The beds were hard and hurt my ribs. Ultimately we stayed our two nights because of the view and lack of other hotels available. Kids were disappointed they couldn’t use the pool because it was cloudy. Again, thankful for the beach and the view, we made the best of our vacation, and the staff was very friendly.
Upon arriving the staff was pleasant. Regular room keys which I didn’t mind. Our room had a door on the main floor to walk right out to the beach which was the best part. Broken chair and tissues on porch. Room looked nice and updated and clean until I went into the bathroom. I am a housekeeper myself and would have sent my girls back for all of the hair left on the floor. It wasn’t a little it was a lot. I don’t think the floor was swept or mopped,so I mopped it with soap and a washcloth, and wiped everything else down just in case. The bottom of the toilet was also dirty, and between the beds wasn’t vacuumed. I was disappointed because these things don’t take long and make a huge difference in being comfortable. The beds were hard and hurt my ribs. Ultimately we stayed our two nights because of the view and lack of other hotels available. Kids were disappointed they couldn’t use the pool because it was cloudy. Again, thankful for the beach and the view, we made the best of our vacation, and the staff was very friendly.
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Laurel Karas
Aug 1, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel was very clean and the staff were super friendly. We had a great vacation!
The hotel was very clean and the staff were super friendly. We had a great vacation!
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Rooms
Rooms are generally updated, spacious and lakeside with balconies or patios, but bed comfort varies, some bathrooms/fixtures are dated, and slider or balcony maintenance issues appear. Noise can carry (especially below the breakfast room), and Wi-Fi, phones, or microwaves are inconsistent.
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Tim
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The outside seemed a bit dated when we pulled up. Went inside to check in and everyone was very nice. Walking down the hallways, it seemed a bit dated also. Security cameras were on the walls of the hallways, so that was good. Went in the room and was pleasantly surprised. The room was updated and very clean. The bathroom was nice, the fridge was maybe feet tall, which is bigger than a lot of other hotels in the area. Nice TV mounted on the wall. It had a nice desk and desk chair. It also had several usb and usb-c outlets for charging. Breakfast was nothing too fancy, but ok (small muffins, toast, bagels, cereal, a automatic pancake maker, etc.) The view from the balcony was good also.
The outside seemed a bit dated when we pulled up. Went inside to check in and everyone was very nice. Walking down the hallways, it seemed a bit dated also. Security cameras were on the walls of the hallways, so that was good. Went in the room and was pleasantly surprised. The room was updated and very clean. The bathroom was nice, the fridge was maybe feet tall, which is bigger than a lot of other hotels in the area. Nice TV mounted on the wall. It had a nice desk and desk chair. It also had several usb and usb-c outlets for charging. Breakfast was nothing too fancy, but ok (small muffins, toast, bagels, cereal, a automatic pancake maker, etc.) The view from the balcony was good also.
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Laurie
Sep 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The view was nice. Property run down. Back door did not lock, handle was loose. Floor by back door damp.
The view was nice. Property run down. Back door did not lock, handle was loose. Floor by back door damp.
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Melanie
Jul 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I booked through a third party. Upon arrival, the man at the desk was rude when I was told I had to wait to check in due to “the system not showing my reservation”, due to booking through such third party. Upon finally checking in, we made it to our room which we thought was just ok. Clean somewhat but hotel is very old and in undated condition. We did have a lake view but once we opened the curtains and the sliding door, all the bugs came in our room. They were all over us all night so we just dealt with it. Our shower head was too low even for me and I’m 5’4”. Then breakfast. Boy oh boy. I never seen such people push and shove to eat. I had a bagel and the coffee was awful. So, there ya go! Definitely was not worth the cost I paid for.
I booked through a third party. Upon arrival, the man at the desk was rude when I was told I had to wait to check in due to “the system not showing my reservation”, due to booking through such third party. Upon finally checking in, we made it to our room which we thought was just ok. Clean somewhat but hotel is very old and in undated condition. We did have a lake view but once we opened the curtains and the sliding door, all the bugs came in our room. They were all over us all night so we just dealt with it. Our shower head was too low even for me and I’m 5’4”. Then breakfast. Boy oh boy. I never seen such people push and shove to eat. I had a bagel and the coffee was awful. So, there ya go! Definitely was not worth the cost I paid for.
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Rob
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a very cool place in a great location. Just avoid rooms in the high 130s/low 140s. Those rooms are directly below the breakfast room so all you hear from 6 - 9 is stomping, talking and squeaking chairs.
This is a very cool place in a great location. Just avoid rooms in the high 130s/low 140s. Those rooms are directly below the breakfast room so all you hear from 6 - 9 is stomping, talking and squeaking chairs.
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Kendall
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and updated with new carpet, beds, and furniture. Ground floor room had sliding doors to the outside that had NO locks and only a makeshift metal bar you had to set. Bathroom was not updated. No locks or security on the multiple entrances. Hallways, office, exterior, and breakfast area were from the 1980s. Front office guy was angry from the beginning. Breakfast room was just a converted hotel room and was too packed to even walk in. The view was very nice.
Room was clean and updated with new carpet, beds, and furniture. Ground floor room had sliding doors to the outside that had NO locks and only a makeshift metal bar you had to set. Bathroom was not updated. No locks or security on the multiple entrances. Hallways, office, exterior, and breakfast area were from the 1980s. Front office guy was angry from the beginning. Breakfast room was just a converted hotel room and was too packed to even walk in. The view was very nice.
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Kelly
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Don’t judge the book by the cover! The rooms are redone- not heating/cooling but we didn’t need ours. Very clean. Balcony is nice, private and spacious with very comfy seating.
Don’t judge the book by the cover! The rooms are redone- not heating/cooling but we didn’t need ours. Very clean. Balcony is nice, private and spacious with very comfy seating.
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Kushagra
Jul 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was ok. No microwave or phone in the room. No elevators. Have to go through stairs with stroller and multiple luggages.
Room was ok. No microwave or phone in the room. No elevators. Have to go through stairs with stroller and multiple luggages.
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Pam
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very clean and spacious. Check in and out was very efficient. Lakeview was awesome. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Room was very clean and spacious. Check in and out was very efficient. Lakeview was awesome. Wish we could have stayed longer.
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Marianne
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice little lakeside porch with two chairs. Driveway was a bit unhandy, had to go back out to street and down to other driveway to go to our parking lot. Make your own pancake for breakfast. Bagels, toast, cereal with milk, yogurt, juice, apples and oranges for breakfast. Two hammocks lakeside for use. Picnic shelter area lakeside. Elevator is a plus! Keys to unlock door, rather than a card. Wifi was iffy. Mini fridge in room.
Nice little lakeside porch with two chairs. Driveway was a bit unhandy, had to go back out to street and down to other driveway to go to our parking lot. Make your own pancake for breakfast. Bagels, toast, cereal with milk, yogurt, juice, apples and oranges for breakfast. Two hammocks lakeside for use. Picnic shelter area lakeside. Elevator is a plus! Keys to unlock door, rather than a card. Wifi was iffy. Mini fridge in room.
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Kirk
Jul 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was somewhat updated, bathroom was clean, but beds were not comfortable. The two queen bed mattresses were hard and sheets were obviously old because the bottom sheets did not have enough elasticity to stay on the mattress. Some of the sheets were yellowed and stained while one of the top sheets was clearly whiter. Balcony in our room only had one chair and the cement was crumbling under the railing. Beautiful view but railing situation felt a little unsafe.
Room was somewhat updated, bathroom was clean, but beds were not comfortable. The two queen bed mattresses were hard and sheets were obviously old because the bottom sheets did not have enough elasticity to stay on the mattress. Some of the sheets were yellowed and stained while one of the top sheets was clearly whiter. Balcony in our room only had one chair and the cement was crumbling under the railing. Beautiful view but railing situation felt a little unsafe.
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Service
Staff are frequently friendly, helpful and accommodating, with quick responses and occasional upgrades. There are also reports of rude or unprofessional interactions and short-staffed operations affecting housekeeping and check-in.
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Lisa
Sep 21, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
Room was clean, water pressure great, wonderful firm mattress, and incredible views of the lake! Plus the staff was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about the area. Bonus was being able to take the shuttle from and to the ferry from the inn to Mackinac Island. Breakfast was your typical continental breakfast and area was kept clean. Breakfast crew was friendly. Thanks for making our first visit to the U.P. memorable!!!
Room was clean, water pressure great, wonderful firm mattress, and incredible views of the lake! Plus the staff was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about the area. Bonus was being able to take the shuttle from and to the ferry from the inn to Mackinac Island. Breakfast was your typical continental breakfast and area was kept clean. Breakfast crew was friendly. Thanks for making our first visit to the U.P. memorable!!!
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Melissa
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We really liked being on the beach of Lake Huron. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They helped us figure out some fun things to do on Mackinac Island and how to get there using the shuttle bus.
We really liked being on the beach of Lake Huron. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They helped us figure out some fun things to do on Mackinac Island and how to get there using the shuttle bus.
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ROBERT
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lady at front desk with Blonde hair seemed most concerned as to why i had a service dog with me . I foster dogs for Mich Leader dog , and asked for a room on Bottom ground level with walk out to the outside,.. She told me no Dog rooms are on 2nd floor and asked why i had a service dog . Had a additude when i said Golden Retriver , about the hair. No phone in room to reach front desk . House keeping did not bring fresh towels,each day or offer to change sheets. I had to ask and was told they only do that on request if staying more than one night. You would think they would just clean and replace towels without having to ask. On check out was a different lady at Desk she was more friendly..
Lady at front desk with Blonde hair seemed most concerned as to why i had a service dog with me . I foster dogs for Mich Leader dog , and asked for a room on Bottom ground level with walk out to the outside,.. She told me no Dog rooms are on 2nd floor and asked why i had a service dog . Had a additude when i said Golden Retriver , about the hair. No phone in room to reach front desk . House keeping did not bring fresh towels,each day or offer to change sheets. I had to ask and was told they only do that on request if staying more than one night. You would think they would just clean and replace towels without having to ask. On check out was a different lady at Desk she was more friendly..
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Kelly
Aug 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a great stay this past weekend. When we checked in I asked if they had a room with a sleep sofa also as we ended up having an extra person with us. They had a larger room and upgraded us to a two bedroom with a living room for a very very resonable rate. The staff at check in were very friendly and helpful and answered any questions I had about things in the area. When we entered the room we were very suprised at how nice the room was. Room was very clean and everything worked great. Beds were all very comfortable and the view from both of the balconies was great. The only thing that could use updating maybe was the bathroom but it did not look bad at all just a little dated. We are probably going back to the area in October and will definitely be staying here again.
We had a great stay this past weekend. When we checked in I asked if they had a room with a sleep sofa also as we ended up having an extra person with us. They had a larger room and upgraded us to a two bedroom with a living room for a very very resonable rate. The staff at check in were very friendly and helpful and answered any questions I had about things in the area. When we entered the room we were very suprised at how nice the room was. Room was very clean and everything worked great. Beds were all very comfortable and the view from both of the balconies was great. The only thing that could use updating maybe was the bathroom but it did not look bad at all just a little dated. We are probably going back to the area in October and will definitely be staying here again.
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Nick
Sep 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Well, as soon as we entered to check in, we were not even told "Welcome, or Good Evening," instead were told not to bring the carryon inside because it is not needed. That really pissed me off. This guy that works night shift needs to learn how to greet customers, or better yet, get more training. Me being from NYC, we dont like these attitudes. The lady the next morning was more tolerable when checking out.
Well, as soon as we entered to check in, we were not even told "Welcome, or Good Evening," instead were told not to bring the carryon inside because it is not needed. That really pissed me off. This guy that works night shift needs to learn how to greet customers, or better yet, get more training. Me being from NYC, we dont like these attitudes. The lady the next morning was more tolerable when checking out.
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Sarah
Oct 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I cannot begin to tell you how grateful I was to stay here! Please read on to the end! I stayed in the Bavarian Haus for only one night, but enjoyed my stay. The room had a fridge and a microwave was available near my room. The breakfast had enough options to get me started for the day. The room was exceptionally quiet and I woke up to the sun rising over the lake (beautiful!). The staff was exceptional and went above and beyond for me as I checked out. My back tire was completely flat the morning I checked out (I ran over a screw during my drive to the UP). I was unsure how to change a tire and asked the kind lady behind the desk. She immediately called the gentleman working maintenance to help. He graciously changed my tire out in the cold weather. This allowed me to safely drive 7 hours back home to Wisconsin. I cannot tell you how grateful I was for the caring staff!! Thank you, Sarah C.
I cannot begin to tell you how grateful I was to stay here! Please read on to the end! I stayed in the Bavarian Haus for only one night, but enjoyed my stay. The room had a fridge and a microwave was available near my room. The breakfast had enough options to get me started for the day. The room was exceptionally quiet and I woke up to the sun rising over the lake (beautiful!). The staff was exceptional and went above and beyond for me as I checked out. My back tire was completely flat the morning I checked out (I ran over a screw during my drive to the UP). I was unsure how to change a tire and asked the kind lady behind the desk. She immediately called the gentleman working maintenance to help. He graciously changed my tire out in the cold weather. This allowed me to safely drive 7 hours back home to Wisconsin. I cannot tell you how grateful I was for the caring staff!! Thank you, Sarah C.
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Fred
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Is a great place to stay. When we said my wife could,t do. The stairs they upgraded us to a diffternt room one thing Though is the breakfast area was so full for the two Mornings we could not get in there was a long in the Hallway
Is a great place to stay. When we said my wife could,t do. The stairs they upgraded us to a diffternt room one thing Though is the breakfast area was so full for the two Mornings we could not get in there was a long in the Hallway
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Terri
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was wonderful!
Check in was wonderful!
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Frenis
Sep 3, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was fine except the first night, the room next to ours played the TV loudly ALL NIGHT long to the point that we got very little sleep. I should have contacted the front desk early in the evening, but thought that the other guests would eventually turn off the TV. When I reported the issue around 5:30 AM, the manager on duty responded immediately and confronted them.
Everything was fine except the first night, the room next to ours played the TV loudly ALL NIGHT long to the point that we got very little sleep. I should have contacted the front desk early in the evening, but thought that the other guests would eventually turn off the TV. When I reported the issue around 5:30 AM, the manager on duty responded immediately and confronted them.
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alicia
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
staff was slow rude and couldn't check us in till 5 making it impossible for us to go to the island.
staff was slow rude and couldn't check us in till 5 making it impossible for us to go to the island.
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Location
Scenic lakefront setting with sunrise views, close to ferries, downtown and the casino; many rooms offer walk-out beach access or balconies.
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Carl
Oct 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Last time I went through St. Ignace we stayed here. It was so nice that this trip I booked here again. You can’t beat the view from the patio in the room!
Last time I went through St. Ignace we stayed here. It was so nice that this trip I booked here again. You can’t beat the view from the patio in the room!
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Martha
Oct 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Private beach and all rooms face Lake Huron. Gorgeous sunrises. Several fire pits. Nice breakfast. Comfortable beds with updated room. Cable TV. Easy parking and close to ferries and casino and downtown shopping and boardwalk. Pool and hot tub. Have stayed here multiple times and will come back next year!!
Private beach and all rooms face Lake Huron. Gorgeous sunrises. Several fire pits. Nice breakfast. Comfortable beds with updated room. Cable TV. Easy parking and close to ferries and casino and downtown shopping and boardwalk. Pool and hot tub. Have stayed here multiple times and will come back next year!!
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Rebecca
Oct 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy parking. Great view from room balcony. Close to downtown.
Easy parking. Great view from room balcony. Close to downtown.
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Cynthia
Aug 12, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
I love the idea of every room faced the water. The property appeared to be a little run down. The hallways dark and dingy.
I love the idea of every room faced the water. The property appeared to be a little run down. The hallways dark and dingy.
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Ilya
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent hotel with lake views and walk out rooms.
Excellent hotel with lake views and walk out rooms.
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Shannon
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn served us well for our first trip to the UP. For a prime autumn weekend, the prices were reasonable. The rooms are a bit dated but still comfortable. We love that every room has a lakeside patio or balcony! Within walking distance to a number of restaurants, we had a variety of food choices. It was easy access to Mackinac Island and the Mackinaw Bridge so exploring the area was easy. We would definitely consider staying here on a return visit.
Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn served us well for our first trip to the UP. For a prime autumn weekend, the prices were reasonable. The rooms are a bit dated but still comfortable. We love that every room has a lakeside patio or balcony! Within walking distance to a number of restaurants, we had a variety of food choices. It was easy access to Mackinac Island and the Mackinaw Bridge so exploring the area was easy. We would definitely consider staying here on a return visit.
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Chad
Oct 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Right on the lake.
Right on the lake.
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Cherie
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful morning sunrise and great location on the waters edge.
Beautiful morning sunrise and great location on the waters edge.
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Anna
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was a breeze, our view of the lake was beautiful, and we were within steps of a great restaurant for dinner.
Check in was a breeze, our view of the lake was beautiful, and we were within steps of a great restaurant for dinner.
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Gary
Sep 14, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel has a great view and is close to the ferries.
This hotel has a great view and is close to the ferries.
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Dining
Breakfast is basic in a small, often crowded room with short hours; limited protein and occasional equipment problems are noted. Some guests still consider it adequate to start the day.
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Sophie
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel recently remodel. Comfortable for a great price. Hotel breakfast is in a very small room with very limited items to choose from.
Hotel recently remodel. Comfortable for a great price. Hotel breakfast is in a very small room with very limited items to choose from.
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Nancy
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The rooms are nice and updated. The rest of the hotel is still older. The breakfast is continental only and the room we ate in was FULL OF PEOPLE. It as hard to move around the crowded room and get food.
The rooms are nice and updated. The rest of the hotel is still older. The breakfast is continental only and the room we ate in was FULL OF PEOPLE. It as hard to move around the crowded room and get food.
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Marcia
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location and view of the lake from the balcony were great. It goes downhill from there. It’s an old property which I would never ding for, but is showing the wear. Especially in the pool area. The floor was extremely uneven and “soggy” which made me worry about the safety. It likely needs to be completely re-done. One of the 2 hot tubs was out of order. We were told when we checked in that if we wanted clean towels during our 2 night stay, we would need to bring the dirty ones to the front desk and exchange them. Never in my travels have I ever run into that! The pool area also ran out of towels while we were sitting in the hot tub. And it wasn’t even busy. The breakfast options were not great. Typical “continental” stuff & pancakes. Zero offerings that had any protein. Carbs only. And on Sunday morning when I went to grab a coffee, I realized I was 10 minutes late. What hotels close down the breakfast at 9:00 on the weekend? I get that it’s hard to find staff, and the staff at the front desk were very nice. But at the price we paid, I expected better conditions and service.
The location and view of the lake from the balcony were great. It goes downhill from there. It’s an old property which I would never ding for, but is showing the wear. Especially in the pool area. The floor was extremely uneven and “soggy” which made me worry about the safety. It likely needs to be completely re-done. One of the 2 hot tubs was out of order. We were told when we checked in that if we wanted clean towels during our 2 night stay, we would need to bring the dirty ones to the front desk and exchange them. Never in my travels have I ever run into that! The pool area also ran out of towels while we were sitting in the hot tub. And it wasn’t even busy. The breakfast options were not great. Typical “continental” stuff & pancakes. Zero offerings that had any protein. Carbs only. And on Sunday morning when I went to grab a coffee, I realized I was 10 minutes late. What hotels close down the breakfast at 9:00 on the weekend? I get that it’s hard to find staff, and the staff at the front desk were very nice. But at the price we paid, I expected better conditions and service.
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Yordan
Jul 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The view is amazing The breakfast area is terrible
The view is amazing The breakfast area is terrible
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Susan
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very relaxing and excellent view of the water and island from our balcony. Comfy beds, clean room, good breakast offering. Staff was friendly. Reasonable rates. Would stay here again.
Very relaxing and excellent view of the water and island from our balcony. Comfy beds, clean room, good breakast offering. Staff was friendly. Reasonable rates. Would stay here again.
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Robin
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous views! We loved our stay simply for the views! The mattress wasn't great for two people--it sank towards the middle. However, the room and bed were very clean and well kept. The staff was mostly friendly. The breakfast room was way too small, not well laid-out, so hard to get around even when not a lot of people. Would we return? Overall, yes.
Gorgeous views! We loved our stay simply for the views! The mattress wasn't great for two people--it sank towards the middle. However, the room and bed were very clean and well kept. The staff was mostly friendly. The breakfast room was way too small, not well laid-out, so hard to get around even when not a lot of people. Would we return? Overall, yes.
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Jack
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room made a horrible noise every time the people upstairs ran the water, even woke us up at 6:00 am. the next morning. Also an older lady at the breakfast area blocked the door and did not allow us to come in because it was 8:59 am. One minute before their cut-off time, I guess. I thought it was crazy, but was not going to make an issue. We just left..
The room made a horrible noise every time the people upstairs ran the water, even woke us up at 6:00 am. the next morning. Also an older lady at the breakfast area blocked the door and did not allow us to come in because it was 8:59 am. One minute before their cut-off time, I guess. I thought it was crazy, but was not going to make an issue. We just left..
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Peter
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking was excellent. Easy to get in and out. Enjoyed breakfast. Nice selection and the lady in charge took time to talk to us!! Love the room balconies. Beautiful to step out and see the sunrise. Very peaceful stay!
Parking was excellent. Easy to get in and out. Enjoyed breakfast. Nice selection and the lady in charge took time to talk to us!! Love the room balconies. Beautiful to step out and see the sunrise. Very peaceful stay!
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Stephen
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Upon arrival we were informed that the hotel was short staffed and no in room cleaning services would be required, ie trash cans were not emptied, no fresh towels, no service items replenished (coffee/tea/shampoo etc). The breakfast was only open between 7.00 and 9.00, the pancake making machine was either not operational at all or broke down each day we stayed. There was insufficient space allocated in the breakfast area for the number of hotel guests. When discussed with the hotel management team they basically shrugged their shoulders and offered no response .
Upon arrival we were informed that the hotel was short staffed and no in room cleaning services would be required, ie trash cans were not emptied, no fresh towels, no service items replenished (coffee/tea/shampoo etc). The breakfast was only open between 7.00 and 9.00, the pancake making machine was either not operational at all or broke down each day we stayed. There was insufficient space allocated in the breakfast area for the number of hotel guests. When discussed with the hotel management team they basically shrugged their shoulders and offered no response .
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Joseph
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice room. Great View of Lake Huron. Good price. Free breakfast area is small.
Nice room. Great View of Lake Huron. Good price. Free breakfast area is small.
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FAQs about Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including an elevator and step-free entrances. However, guests are encouraged to contact the property in advance for specific needs.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in St Ignace, just a 1-minute drive from Lake Huron and 11 minutes from Lake Michigan. Nearby attractions include Castle Golf & Games (0.3 miles) and Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau (7.2 miles).
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features both indoor and outdoor heated pools, along with two hot tubs.
Are children allowed to stay at the property?
Children are welcome at the hotel, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although the specific age limit is not provided.
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24-Hour Reception
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