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 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available for an additional fee and should be arranged in advance.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property is not wheelchair accessible, and specific accessibility features are not detailed.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located on the waterfront in Beulah, within a 15-minute drive of Pinecroft Golf Course and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. It is approximately 7.6 miles from Old Indian Trail and 9.1 miles from Frankfort Beach.

Crystal Lake Resort in Beulah

Average nightly price at Crystal Lake Resort by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$124
February	US$115
March	US$117
April	US$116
May	US$155
June	US$164
July	US$248
August	US$227
September	US$176
October	US$145
November	US$119
December	US$120

What guests think

At Crystal Lake Resort, travellers consistently praise clean, simple rooms and the lakeside setting with a private beach, views, and sunsets, while noting the older motel style, small rooms, and occasional road or A/C noise.

Several reviews also mention steep exterior stairs to some upper rooms. The location is convenient for Beulah, nearby restaurants, and area attractions like Sleeping Bear Dunes. Smooth late or early check-ins and consistently warm service stand out, but pricing can feel high to some. Expect a straightforward, peaceful base for enjoying the area.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Facilities

Private beach with seating and lake access are highlights. Some find exterior stairs steep.

Related guest reviews

10

Edward

7 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

very steep stairs and narrow

10

Sheila

22 Jul 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

My husband and I were so impressed with this motel. So easy to find, great location, and the room was large. Very comfortable king bed and the shower was great. The private beach was large, plenty of chairs, and the view of the lake from the balcony was gorgeous! Very short walk to town where one can find cafes, restaurants, etc. We will be back!

10

Marci

5 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Very clean room and nice beachfront.

4

David

14 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Positive: A beautiful location. Very clean. Baseboard heat that was very quiet. Nice TV. Negative: Shower head not connected to water supply in a very small bathroom. Poorly designed outside stairs that are difficult to climb. Room was not large enough to accommodate two Queen sized beds, resulting in a jumble of other furnishings. Very poor internet service - inoperable in the evening.

8

monte

2 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

well maintained. parking lots had fresh stripes, exterior had recently been painted. room was fine . even the windows opened with screens that were not damaged. Had access to a nice beach. It had exterior entrance and had to climb stairs to the 2nd floor but was expedted. and not a problem.

10

Carl

6 Jul 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

Our stay was great. It was over the 4th of July so we expected it to be loud, but everything was calm & relaxing. Love the little beach!

10

Ellen

12 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, well kept grounds. Beach area and patio beautiful view of Lake; soo peaceful.

10

Lyndsey

14 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

This resort was perfect for a little Up North pit stop. We were scheduled for 2 nights but when we had an issue at our Air BNB we were able to get in for a 3rd! The owner was amazingly sweet & accommodating! Kelly at the front desk & the 2 gals in house keeping were super friendly too! Great location & loved the private area by on the lake, very peaceful! My only suggestion would be to get better pillows. The pillows were too thin & not comfortable. Sleeping in a foreign bed is hard enough but hotel pillows always make a huge difference.

10

Patrick

13 Aug 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

You can see the lake from our room. Nice little courtyard near the water. Nice chairs over looking beach and water. 1 minute walk from room to water

8

Art and Jaynee

26 Jul 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

Nice place to relax, read and get some sun while you’re lounging on the private beach-all by the Crystal Lake! Bring your own food, paper cups, plates and drink. There’s no need to get into your car although restaurants are nearby.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Cleanliness

Rooms and grounds are consistently very clean, with fresh linens and well-kept beach areas. A few minor maintenance issues are noted.

Related guest reviews

10

Kenneth

26 Jul 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

Overall for an old strip motel it was very clean. We did enjoy the private beach in the evening.

10

Kristen

6 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

The room itself was clean and cozy. The staff was absolutely amazing and very accommodating. 10/10 would recommend for anyone staying in this area!!

10

Susanna

24 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

My room had a great view of Crystal Lake. Everything in the room seemed brand new and exceedingly clean. It had a mini fridge and an excellent microwave. Quiet, peaceful, private, excellent parking. Staff were pleasant and helpful.

10

Eric

6 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Clean rooms, Friendly staff

10

Sara

20 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

I'm huge on smells, amd was pleasantly surprised by a refreshing scent walking in the room, very clean, beautiful view of the lake, and the beach was very well maintained, amd relaxing

8

Thomas

12 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

Very clean room. Convenient to all the attractions in the area

10

Kimberly

15 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

The person I spoke to and checked in with was very nice and friendly. The room was very clean. I would definitely go back again.

10

Yuefeng

20 Oct 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

This is the best stay during my trip! Wonderful lake view made me feel relax! The towels and sheets are pretty new!

10

Ellen

12 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, well kept grounds. Beach area and patio beautiful view of Lake; soo peaceful.

10

Forest

22 Jun 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Has nice clean lake access cabins and rooms. Nice view, nice people at the counter. And fast same day booking.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Rooms

Simple rooms with several noting small layouts; some report road or A/C noise, while others praise comfortable beds and lake or balcony views in certain units.

Related guest reviews

8

Marcee

17 Aug 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

The area is beautiful so is the private beach the room was okay Very small no closet or place to put the luggage bathroom was tiny it was clean but very cramped for 2 adults and one child Also the air conditioner was extremely loud hard to sleep Not sure if all the rooms were so small or why ours was this small Good location right on highway so traffic noise is loud

8

Robert

27 Jul 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Lake view is nice.

6

Melissa

11 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

The staff was helpful and friendly. It was clean and it wasn't ran down. However, the room was super small and overpriced for the size. The beach is also a walk away not right outside like pictures showed. No amenities other than coffee in your room. Overall, it wasn't bad.

8

lori

18 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Bed comfortable. Clean room with view of water. Rooms not real big. Road noise was a little loud early in morning.

8

tim

7 Aug 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Old school keyed entry locks. Room faced road so road noise picked up as traffic increase

8

anna

8 Aug 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Renovated motel room, bathroom was not on par with the $$ spent on the room. Good location

10

Susanna

24 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

My room had a great view of Crystal Lake. Everything in the room seemed brand new and exceedingly clean. It had a mini fridge and an excellent microwave. Quiet, peaceful, private, excellent parking. Staff were pleasant and helpful.

6

C

28 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Old property with minimum updating, and small room

4

David

14 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Positive: A beautiful location. Very clean. Baseboard heat that was very quiet. Nice TV. Negative: Shower head not connected to water supply in a very small bathroom. Poorly designed outside stairs that are difficult to climb. Room was not large enough to accommodate two Queen sized beds, resulting in a jumble of other furnishings. Very poor internet service - inoperable in the evening.

4

James

27 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Room weee clean but older. Air conditioner sounded like a truc

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Service

Staff and owners are frequently described as friendly, accommodating, and helpful, with easy late or early check-ins. Service gestures like upgrades and item returns are appreciated.

Related guest reviews

10

Robert L

19 Aug 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

We were able to check in early with ease! This was unexpected, but extremely helpful, as we were joining our family camping, and would not return to our room until late that night. Perfect! Very nice stay.

10

Kristen

6 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

The room itself was clean and cozy. The staff was absolutely amazing and very accommodating. 10/10 would recommend for anyone staying in this area!!

10

Veronica

16 Jun 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

The owner was so kind and gracious to us. Let us check in early and we had to also check out early due to unforeseen circumstances and she was so nice about everything. She told me over the phone how nice and happy my fiance and I were checking in that we even got a free upgrade. She didn’t know that we were there to take our engagement photos in the sleeping bear dunes so it just made our weekend. Would totally stay again! (:

10

Marta

28 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

We came in late, they had an envelope with a key ready, easy check in, I would say. Lovely room, clean, beautiful view. We just caught a gorgeous sunset over Crystal Lake. Morning was also very peaceful. Gorgeous property. I can see it being a favorite spot for many to enjoy.

8

Mary

25 Jun 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Pretty view of Crystal Lake. Owner called to let me know I forgot some clothing and kept it safe til I could retrieve it. Very friendly.

8

Jill

16 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Sweet, well cared for property with an amazing view of Crystal Lake. Front desk staff was awesome, very helpful and welcoming. Arrived in time foe for a breathtaking sunset. Highly recommended

10

Nicholas

12 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Late check-in process was easy and convenient. Great stay for a great trip to The Mitten.

10

Maelynn

20 May 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

It was a beautiful place wish we could of stayed longer Jim and staff were great!

10

Jenna

5 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Lovely stay, kind accommodating staff. Would stay again.

10

Lyndsey

14 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

This resort was perfect for a little Up North pit stop. We were scheduled for 2 nights but when we had an issue at our Air BNB we were able to get in for a 3rd! The owner was amazingly sweet & accommodating! Kelly at the front desk & the 2 gals in house keeping were super friendly too! Great location & loved the private area by on the lake, very peaceful! My only suggestion would be to get better pillows. The pillows were too thin & not comfortable. Sleeping in a foreign bed is hard enough but hotel pillows always make a huge difference.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Location

Lakeside setting near Beulah, restaurants, bike path, and attractions like Sleeping Bear Dunes; easy to find. Some traffic noise affects rooms facing the road.

Related guest reviews

10

Richard

21 Aug 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Great location, very helpful and friendly staff. Room was small but clean and fresh with an amazing view of the lake. We sat in the private beach and watched the most beautiful sunset. Perfect stay and would highly recommend

10

Zach

21 Jul 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay - easy base spot and centrally located for everything

10

Frank

8 Jun 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

Coffee machine and super location

8

HENRY

31 May 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Never knew it was right across from The Cherry Hut, one of the landmarks in Benzie County--downtown Beulah has a bookstore And a deli!

10

Kevin

6 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

The sunset, the private beach. The property is spacious with some nice cottages. We stayed in a lake view room. The room was very quaint. The location was close to restaurants. The lake is very beautiful. The town is low key and the perfect size. We really enjoyed Sleepy Bear Dunes NP.

10

Julia

17 Feb 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Just what we needed. Would come back.

10

Sheila

22 Jul 2024

·

Stayed 2 nights

My husband and I were so impressed with this motel. So easy to find, great location, and the room was large. Very comfortable king bed and the shower was great. The private beach was large, plenty of chairs, and the view of the lake from the balcony was gorgeous! Very short walk to town where one can find cafes, restaurants, etc. We will be back!

10

Christopher

6 Oct 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Beautiful view of Crystal Lake. Excellent location.

10

Kelley

20 Jun 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

We will visit this place again! Wonderful cottages, nice staff and location close to downtown. We rode our bikes down to dinner ant the local brewery! Only 25 minute drive to sleeping bear along beautiful M-22.

10

Lyndsey

14 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 2 nights

This resort was perfect for a little Up North pit stop. We were scheduled for 2 nights but when we had an issue at our Air BNB we were able to get in for a 3rd! The owner was amazingly sweet & accommodating! Kelly at the front desk & the 2 gals in house keeping were super friendly too! Great location & loved the private area by on the lake, very peaceful! My only suggestion would be to get better pillows. The pillows were too thin & not comfortable. Sleeping in a foreign bed is hard enough but hotel pillows always make a huge difference.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Dining

Not enough information in reviews.

Related guest reviews

10

Richard

21 Aug 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Great location, very helpful and friendly staff. Room was small but clean and fresh with an amazing view of the lake. We sat in the private beach and watched the most beautiful sunset. Perfect stay and would highly recommend

10

Frank

8 Jun 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

Coffee machine and super location

8

HENRY

31 May 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

Never knew it was right across from The Cherry Hut, one of the landmarks in Benzie County--downtown Beulah has a bookstore And a deli!

10

Kevin

6 Jun 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

The sunset, the private beach. The property is spacious with some nice cottages. We stayed in a lake view room. The room was very quaint. The location was close to restaurants. The lake is very beautiful. The town is low key and the perfect size. We really enjoyed Sleepy Bear Dunes NP.

10

Terry

7 Aug 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

Clean, cute little area around the hotel. Our King sized room had a view of Crystal Lake. Also had a small, private beach for hotel guests. Loved my stay.

10

Kelley

20 Jun 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

We will visit this place again! Wonderful cottages, nice staff and location close to downtown. We rode our bikes down to dinner ant the local brewery! Only 25 minute drive to sleeping bear along beautiful M-22.

10

Roberta

28 Sept 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

It was clean, beautiful beach area and Cold Creek restaurant was great

8

Art and Jaynee

26 Jul 2025

·

Stayed 3 nights

Nice place to relax, read and get some sun while you’re lounging on the private beach-all by the Crystal Lake! Bring your own food, paper cups, plates and drink. There’s no need to get into your car although restaurants are nearby.

Was this helpful?

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1	2	3	4	5	6	7
8	9 $133	10 $133	11 $133	12 $133	13 $133	14 $133
15 $133	16 $133	17 $133	18 $133	19 $133	20 $133	21 $133
22 $132	23 $133	24 $133	25 $133	26 $133	27 $133	28 $133
29 $110	30 $128

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $128	2 $128	3 $128	4 $128	5 $128
6 $128	7 $128	8 $128	9 $128	10 $128	11 $128	12 $128
13 $128	14 $128	15 $128	16 $128	17 $128	18 $110	19 $110
20 $110	21 $110	22 $110	23 $110	24 $110	25 $111	26 $110
27 $110	28 $133	29 $133	30 $133	31 $133

Crystal Lake Resort

Prices for Crystal Lake Resort

Monthly average prices

About this property

Location

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds Upstairs Lake View

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Ground Floor

Cottage 1, 3 Bedroom, Full Kitchen and Lake View

Cottage #6, Motel Cottage, King Bed, Microwave & Mini Fridge

Cottage #5, 2 Bedrooms, Full Kitchen

Cottage 2, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen Lake View

Cottage #3, 2 Bedrooms, Full Kitchen

Room, 2 Queen Beds Downstairs Lake View

Room, 1 Queen Bed No Lake View

King Bed Upstairs Lake View

Cottage #7, 2 Bedrooms, Full Kitchen

Guest reviews of Crystal Lake Resort

Who stays here?

What guests think

Property policies

Check-in instructions

Good to know

Optional extras

FAQs about Crystal Lake Resort

Prices for upcoming dates