Name: Forest Lake Motel
Address: 1215 NW 4th st, Grand Rapids, Minnesota, United States of America, Grand Rapids, Minnesota, US
Price range: $110–$122 per night
Rating: 7.8

What guests think

At Forest Lake Motel, guests consistently highlight clean, quiet rooms, friendly service, and a convenient lakeside setting with an adjacent restaurant, while also noting that the property and rooms are older and dated compared with more modern options.

Many rooms are spacious with lake views, and several include full-size refrigerators or kitchenettes that travelers find convenient. Reports include occasional odors and serious pest issues in some rooms, plus run-down grounds, long term residents, and one late-night check-in problem. Expect a basic, budget-friendly stay in an older lakeside motel.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, and several reviews describe the exterior and grounds as run down, with a noticeable presence of long term or worker residents.

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2

Daniel Luc

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Run down

6

Mike

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room overall was clean, but infested with spiders. The property was a little rundown and in need of repair.

6

Denise

Jul 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It is an older motel that could use some updating, but it was clean and comfortable. The location was easy to find, and the staff was friendly.

10

Victor

Aug 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This motel is made up of several buildings going down toward a small lake. The motel is relatively old, but rooms are clean and spacious. They need some remodeling and small repairs, but nothing serious. I recommend taking a couple of clothes pins to secure the curtains while keeping them above the AC unit. The restaurant/bar next door is worth visiting at least once

10

Deanna

Aug 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very clean. Wonderful view. Quiet at night. Old building do some rough looking areas. But overall loved the place and the price.

4

D'Ann

Jul 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Looks nothing like the photo. Run down. Most guests appeared to be long term. Grounds dirty. Room smelled moldy. Over priced.

6

Mary

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was facing the water which was across the street, so technically that was the water view room. I think there were permanent residents there which made us feel a little uncomfortable. The room was tired, but the beds were comfy. Staff were friendly and welcoming.

8

Sharon

Jan 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Motel is old, but clean. Check in and out was easy. We only spent one night, but it was quiet. Love being able to park right outside the door. No long halls or stairs.

4

Dale

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely run down!

6

Thomas

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Poor parking options if you’re pulling a trailer. Dirty exterior and grounds. No gutters on building. Many transient workers staying there.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews praise very clean rooms and regular housekeeping, but recurring reports mention musty or chemical odors and, in some cases, pests such as roaches, spiders, fruit flies, or bed bugs.

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Sharon

Nov 13, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Room was dated, but very clean. They make beds every day and empty trash and give new towels.

6

William

Sep 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had fruit flies galore…..

6

Mike

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room overall was clean, but infested with spiders. The property was a little rundown and in need of repair.

8

Christine

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I really was impressed with how quiet my room was even with people on both sides of me. I really liked being across from the lake too. The linens were clean and the room had what was promised. The price was right. Some of the things I wasn’t super excited about was the smell in my room. It smelled chemically and odd. The crack in the tiles and the rust on the heaters were from wear and tear. If those things were fixed, you could advertise the rooms as having a “vintage” feel since they haven’t been updated since the seventies. I appreciated that it is family owned and that my money didn’t go to a big chain. I also appreciated that it was close to a really nice grocery store and where I needed to be the next day. Overall it was a good experience, but the smell really was off putting. The best part was the air unit in the wall; it was new and didn’t have a mildew or smoky smell! That is worth the money right there!! Thank you for that!

10

Sarah

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and awesome staff!

8

William

Dec 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean but musty. Pillows were flat. Could use remodeling. However, it's adequate as is.

8

Debra

Feb 9, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was very clean and well sized

2

Sheila

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The lady that checked us in told us that she was giving us a newly remodeled room and that it was very clean. This couldn't be further from the truth. The room was VERY musty. There were several imperfections in and outside the room, including BED BUGS!! I have bites all over my body

2

Joe

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We walked into the room and there were roaches on the counter and in the cabinets.

8

Andrea

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean rooms, easy to get to

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Rooms

Rooms are dated but generally comfortable and quiet, with many offering lake views; several are spacious, and many include full-size refrigerators with occasional kitchenettes.

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10

Kathy

Jul 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We are traveling cross country and We like the “Mom and Pop” places over the chains. The room was a surprise in the fact there was a bedroom and also a bed in the front. Full size refrigerator with a small stove and kitchen sink. The bathroom was a little small but water was good and hot and good pressure. The manager was very nice and offered suggestions on where to go to restaurants. Overall very satisfied with everything. If ever in the area would stay there again.

10

Shelley

Nov 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The person in the office was super nice and helpful. The room was more spacious than I thought it would be. We will definitely stay there again!

8

Jason

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Older motel, but clean and everything worked, staff was all very nice

10

Michelle

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was quick and easy. Rooms were clean and quiet, great restaurant next door. I will stay here again.

8

Shannon

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Great location loved the view of the lake from our room.

8

Christine

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I really was impressed with how quiet my room was even with people on both sides of me. I really liked being across from the lake too. The linens were clean and the room had what was promised. The price was right. Some of the things I wasn’t super excited about was the smell in my room. It smelled chemically and odd. The crack in the tiles and the rust on the heaters were from wear and tear. If those things were fixed, you could advertise the rooms as having a “vintage” feel since they haven’t been updated since the seventies. I appreciated that it is family owned and that my money didn’t go to a big chain. I also appreciated that it was close to a really nice grocery store and where I needed to be the next day. Overall it was a good experience, but the smell really was off putting. The best part was the air unit in the wall; it was new and didn’t have a mildew or smoky smell! That is worth the money right there!! Thank you for that!

10

KEVIN

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great lake front views.

6

Paul

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice people run the motel, but the rooms are dated and old.

10

LUCILLE

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very easy check-in, interesting set up. Came in at night so couldn't see anything. Nice and quiet

10

Pete

Apr 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms had a nice rustic feel and were spacious. The beds were very comfortable. It is not very often that you get a full size refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot and a cook top in the room. We very much enjoyed our stay.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, accommodating, and efficient at check-in; however, one guest reported being unable to check in late at night.

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Kelly

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Got to check in early.

10

Michelle

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was quick and easy. Rooms were clean and quiet, great restaurant next door. I will stay here again.

10

Shelly

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean, friendly helpful

10

Terri

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property was great and the service was phenomenal!

10

Sarah

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very clean and staff were very accommodating

10

Sarah

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and awesome staff!

10

Jacob

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very kind and accommodating.

8

Dawn

Dec 9, 2022

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Stayed 19,334 nights

The manager was great even tho my booking did not come up.

10

Billy

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Check in was easy and the staff was very friendly. Nice clean room and service. Will stay there again since we will be traveling to Grand Rapids 4 to 6 times a year.

2

Tomaso

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I arrived at 10:40 PM at the property After a Long trip. Nobody was present for the check-in. I called the phone number as indicated on the office Door, Nobody took my call. Since it was not possibile to check-in, I had no other choice then to search for another hotel.

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Location

Lakeside setting across from or overlooking Forest Lake is a consistent highlight, the adjacent restaurant is convenient and well liked, and the location works well for fairgrounds events and area stopovers.

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10

Michelle

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was quick and easy. Rooms were clean and quiet, great restaurant next door. I will stay here again.

10

Victor

Aug 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This motel is made up of several buildings going down toward a small lake. The motel is relatively old, but rooms are clean and spacious. They need some remodeling and small repairs, but nothing serious. I recommend taking a couple of clothes pins to secure the curtains while keeping them above the AC unit. The restaurant/bar next door is worth visiting at least once

8

Shannon

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Great location loved the view of the lake from our room.

8

Christine

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I really was impressed with how quiet my room was even with people on both sides of me. I really liked being across from the lake too. The linens were clean and the room had what was promised. The price was right. Some of the things I wasn’t super excited about was the smell in my room. It smelled chemically and odd. The crack in the tiles and the rust on the heaters were from wear and tear. If those things were fixed, you could advertise the rooms as having a “vintage” feel since they haven’t been updated since the seventies. I appreciated that it is family owned and that my money didn’t go to a big chain. I also appreciated that it was close to a really nice grocery store and where I needed to be the next day. Overall it was a good experience, but the smell really was off putting. The best part was the air unit in the wall; it was new and didn’t have a mildew or smoky smell! That is worth the money right there!! Thank you for that!

8

Paul

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great room location that looks out over Forest Lake, on a quiet street. Friendly staff.

8

Deborah

Sep 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was across the street from the lake and the view was pleasant. We had dinner at the restaurant next door, and it was a wonderful dining experience. The room included a full size refrigerator and two beds.

10

KEVIN

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great lake front views.

10

Al

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location to stay after a night at the races out at the fairgrounds. Thanks!

8

Marcia

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property is older, but I found it very comfortable. The price was right. The lake lovely. I would stay again

10

LUCILLE

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very easy check-in, interesting set up. Came in at night so couldn't see anything. Nice and quiet

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Dining

Many guests praise the adjacent restaurant and bar for good food and convenience.

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10

Kathy

Jul 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We are traveling cross country and We like the “Mom and Pop” places over the chains. The room was a surprise in the fact there was a bedroom and also a bed in the front. Full size refrigerator with a small stove and kitchen sink. The bathroom was a little small but water was good and hot and good pressure. The manager was very nice and offered suggestions on where to go to restaurants. Overall very satisfied with everything. If ever in the area would stay there again.

8

Donald

May 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Older motel and rooms as you would expect. Room was clean and bed comfortable. Used laundry. They had change and detergent, good dryer. Very nice restaurant on grounds, very busy.

10

Michelle

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was quick and easy. Rooms were clean and quiet, great restaurant next door. I will stay here again.

10

Victor

Aug 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This motel is made up of several buildings going down toward a small lake. The motel is relatively old, but rooms are clean and spacious. They need some remodeling and small repairs, but nothing serious. I recommend taking a couple of clothes pins to secure the curtains while keeping them above the AC unit. The restaurant/bar next door is worth visiting at least once

10

Kaitlyn

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here twice (so far) while passing through for Christmas holidays. The rooms are always super clean, smell fresh, and are toasty warm for the winter. Forest Lake Restaurant is a quick walk from the rooms (2 minutes) and has excellent food. We love stopping here.

8

Melvin

Jan 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

While the property is on the older side, my room was very clean, spacious, and comfortable. The clerk was friendly and food at the adjacent restaurant was excellent and not expensive.

8

Andrew

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Forest Lake Motel is a classic motel property in a great location (and adjacent to a very good restaurant). The room was clean and comfortable. The service was friendly, welcoming and very accommodating.

10

Mark

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

ALWAYS A GOOD STOPPING SPOT BEFORE THE BIG FISHING TRIP. LOVE THE VFW

8

Deborah

Sep 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was across the street from the lake and the view was pleasant. We had dinner at the restaurant next door, and it was a wonderful dining experience. The room included a full size refrigerator and two beds.

10

Sue

Aug 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It made our stay very pleasant. The bar and restaurant staff are terrific.

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Forest Lake Motel

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