Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site.

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

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property does not have wheelchair-accessible facilities and is not wheelchair accessible. There is no elevator as it is a single-level property.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Oval Beach, approximately 0.2 miles from Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society. It is 18.9 miles from Holland State Park.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

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

The Pines Motorlodge

What guests think

At The Pines Motorlodge, guests consistently highlight spotless rooms, a cozy retro vibe, and peaceful, well-kept grounds with landscaped seating, along with thoughtful touches like morning coffee available in the lobby.

Rooms are updated and comfortable; a few note thin walls and very small bathrooms. Service is generally friendly and responsive, though the front desk can be briefly unattended or less welcoming at times. The location makes it easy to walk to downtown Douglas and reach Saugatuck and area beaches with a short ride. Expect a quiet, nostalgic stay with simple amenities in a handy location.

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Facilities

Well-kept outdoor spaces with seating and a community patio are a highlight; morning lobby coffee is appreciated. A small gift shop is noted, though one review described it as cluttered.

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Caroline

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a charming little place and we really enjoy staying here whenever we are in this part of Michigan. The receptionist seems like he’d rather be anywhere else but working and is not very friendly. The gift shop is also a mess and full of clutter. Otherwise, we really like it. They provide ice from a cooler and wine openers if you are in need. Parking slots are oddly designed, but convenient. Restaurants and like Phil’s and The Southerner are delicious. For fun, rent a bike and ride around the area and be sure to visit the giant Root beer barrel and enjoy an ice cold, frothy, frosty root beer!

10

Jill

30 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely place to stay. Many comforts like a cozy bed, hot showers, beautiful landscaping. Pretty center garden to sit in and they play relaxing music. Everyone is friendly and helpful!

10

Tom

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, nice size rooms comfortable beds court yard garden with music relaxing feature convenient to all points of interest highly recommend

6

Shannon

24 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, cute exterior/flowers/fire pit area.

10

Mirie

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pines Motor Lodge was a quiet, family-friendly place to stay over the Labor Day holiday. Steve is a great proprietor and it became my morning routine to get coffee and have a slice of banana bread in the lobby. Great location within walking distance of downtown Douglas and a few minute car ride to Saugatuck. We loved the 50’s decor, too!

10

Patricia

25 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This motel is charming and so welcoming. Every detail was well thought from a customer point of view. We loved the coffee in the morning, the quaint decorated, the chairs all around the grounds to sit and chat, the manicured flower beds and the decor of the gift shop to the rooms. All very warm and cozy. Well maintained and very clean. Closetenouth to Dougals to walk to downtown. Longer hike to Saugatuck. Great location close to severa places to eat.

10

David

23 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Delightful, renovated 1950s motor lodge. Comfortable rooms, charming exterior and landscaping (great picnic area under mature pine trees), and excellent location for walking to downtown Douglas or even Douglas beach (less than 1 mi away). We'll be staying here again for sure!

8

philip

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fun theme and comfortable stay in nice location. Outdoor space makes for a unique gathering place for end of day conviviality

10

Mary

13 Jun 2023

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Great service Fun room, super community patio

8

Jane

12 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Place was cute. Office was closed so no coffee. TV (cable) didn’t work. No one there to help. Rooms were very unsoundproof. You could hear everything from the next room

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently describe the property and rooms as exceptionally clean and well maintained.

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10

Jan

6 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Charming and spotless!!

10

Aaron

18 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We were surprised to find the quaint location. It was so clean and well maintained.

10

John

1 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I was worried about this not being clean and not a well maintained property. But it was great. Everything was clean and well maintained. It is walking distance to downtown Saugatuck and some pretty good food. Thanks for hosting us.

10

Diana

30 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and comfortable hotel. We only stayed an overnight but would book here again. Hotel staff was very communicative. Close to the downtown restaurants and shops.

10

Denise

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to relax without noise or interruptions. Extremely clean.

10

Barb

13 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the atmosphere. Cute rooms very clean. Centrally located to the beaches and the shops.

10

Melody

9 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. Hidden gem!

10

Aaron

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean and convenient location to the beach!

10

Sandra

11 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The decor was fun. The property is well-kept, pride of ownership shows. Our room was VERY clean and comfortable.

8

Shawn

14 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cute little place to stay. Very clean.

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Rooms

Rooms are updated and comfortable; some guests mention thin walls and very small bathrooms.

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Elaine

22 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It is a lovely property. The rooms are updated and quite comfortable. Love the retro vib.

10

Keri

27 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cute retro motel. Completely updated. Has everything you need.

10

Gregory

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great quiet gem. Large rooms with retro decor. Great location close to it all

10

Jennifer

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved our stay!!! So clean and welcoming. A definite throwback vibe which we all enjoyed.

8

Tamela

5 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Our stay was amazing because we were able to visit with friends. The location of the Pines is perfect. The rooms was clean and the bed comfortable. The bathroom is very, very small. The walls are a bit thin so we were able to hear the guests staying next door to us. There is a lovely outdoor area for sitting and relaxing which is a big plus.

8

Richard

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No one in lobby at check in. Called # and they took care of us right away. Also called with an issue and it was resolved right away. Very clean but small

10

Margaret

23 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean. Room with king size bed was wonderful. Really nice property. Loved it. Would stay again.

10

philip

6 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable and fun at fair price. Old school motor lodge updated for today

10

Sandra

11 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The decor was fun. The property is well-kept, pride of ownership shows. Our room was VERY clean and comfortable.

8

Jane

12 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Place was cute. Office was closed so no coffee. TV (cable) didn’t work. No one there to help. Rooms were very unsoundproof. You could hear everything from the next room

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Service

Staff are generally friendly, communicative, and quick to resolve issues, with positive mentions of the proprietor. A few guests found the front desk unattended or less welcoming at times.

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Kathy

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Enjoyed our stay at the Pines. Comfortable beds, friendly staff, close to restaurants & shops

10

Kristine

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cutest retro motor lodge. Convenient to both downtown Douglas and Saugatuck. Friendly service.

10

Caroline

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a charming little place and we really enjoy staying here whenever we are in this part of Michigan. The receptionist seems like he’d rather be anywhere else but working and is not very friendly. The gift shop is also a mess and full of clutter. Otherwise, we really like it. They provide ice from a cooler and wine openers if you are in need. Parking slots are oddly designed, but convenient. Restaurants and like Phil’s and The Southerner are delicious. For fun, rent a bike and ride around the area and be sure to visit the giant Root beer barrel and enjoy an ice cold, frothy, frosty root beer!

10

Kevin

6 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location, nice and clean, quaint, and friendly staff.

10

Diana

30 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and comfortable hotel. We only stayed an overnight but would book here again. Hotel staff was very communicative. Close to the downtown restaurants and shops.

10

Craig

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay. Excellent location, clean, great staff.

10

Mirie

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pines Motor Lodge was a quiet, family-friendly place to stay over the Labor Day holiday. Steve is a great proprietor and it became my morning routine to get coffee and have a slice of banana bread in the lobby. Great location within walking distance of downtown Douglas and a few minute car ride to Saugatuck. We loved the 50’s decor, too!

8

Richard

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No one in lobby at check in. Called # and they took care of us right away. Also called with an issue and it was resolved right away. Very clean but small

10

Mary

13 Jun 2023

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Great service Fun room, super community patio

8

Jane

12 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Place was cute. Office was closed so no coffee. TV (cable) didn’t work. No one there to help. Rooms were very unsoundproof. You could hear everything from the next room

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Location

Convenient between Douglas and Saugatuck, walkable to downtown Douglas and a short drive to Saugatuck and area beaches.

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Kristine

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cutest retro motor lodge. Convenient to both downtown Douglas and Saugatuck. Friendly service.

10

Gregory

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great quiet gem. Large rooms with retro decor. Great location close to it all

10

Susan

28 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and clean

10

Leanne

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very cute! Super clean and close to everything!

10

heideh

21 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was clean and very close to Douglas Saugatuk and Holland

10

Mirie

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pines Motor Lodge was a quiet, family-friendly place to stay over the Labor Day holiday. Steve is a great proprietor and it became my morning routine to get coffee and have a slice of banana bread in the lobby. Great location within walking distance of downtown Douglas and a few minute car ride to Saugatuck. We loved the 50’s decor, too!

10

David

23 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Delightful, renovated 1950s motor lodge. Comfortable rooms, charming exterior and landscaping (great picnic area under mature pine trees), and excellent location for walking to downtown Douglas or even Douglas beach (less than 1 mi away). We'll be staying here again for sure!

10

Barb

13 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the atmosphere. Cute rooms very clean. Centrally located to the beaches and the shops.

10

Aaron

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean and convenient location to the beach!

10

Elizabeth

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great find for a nostalgia stay close to both downtown Souglas and Saugatuck! Exceptionally clean and decorated to provide warmth of home.

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Dining

Morning lobby coffee is noted, but there is no full breakfast. Guests point to many nearby restaurants.

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10

Kathy

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Enjoyed our stay at the Pines. Comfortable beds, friendly staff, close to restaurants & shops

10

Caroline

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a charming little place and we really enjoy staying here whenever we are in this part of Michigan. The receptionist seems like he’d rather be anywhere else but working and is not very friendly. The gift shop is also a mess and full of clutter. Otherwise, we really like it. They provide ice from a cooler and wine openers if you are in need. Parking slots are oddly designed, but convenient. Restaurants and like Phil’s and The Southerner are delicious. For fun, rent a bike and ride around the area and be sure to visit the giant Root beer barrel and enjoy an ice cold, frothy, frosty root beer!

10

John

1 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I was worried about this not being clean and not a well maintained property. But it was great. Everything was clean and well maintained. It is walking distance to downtown Saugatuck and some pretty good food. Thanks for hosting us.

10

Diana

30 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and comfortable hotel. We only stayed an overnight but would book here again. Hotel staff was very communicative. Close to the downtown restaurants and shops.

10

Mirie

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pines Motor Lodge was a quiet, family-friendly place to stay over the Labor Day holiday. Steve is a great proprietor and it became my morning routine to get coffee and have a slice of banana bread in the lobby. Great location within walking distance of downtown Douglas and a few minute car ride to Saugatuck. We loved the 50’s decor, too!

10

Patricia

25 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This motel is charming and so welcoming. Every detail was well thought from a customer point of view. We loved the coffee in the morning, the quaint decorated, the chairs all around the grounds to sit and chat, the manicured flower beds and the decor of the gift shop to the rooms. All very warm and cozy. Well maintained and very clean. Closetenouth to Dougals to walk to downtown. Longer hike to Saugatuck. Great location close to severa places to eat.

8

Peggy

20 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was cute clean lodge close to restaurant you could walk to.

8

Janet

24 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Expedia website states that this hotel had breakfast included. This was not the case. There was a small basket of fruit but I don’t consider that a breakfast.

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The Pines Motorlodge

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Room (2 Full Beds)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

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