Autrain Motel

It was cheap. Very basic. Outside needed some work. Not the hotels fault but hotels.com charged a 30.00 fee which was not stated until i was checking in. The hotel was 75 bucks plus tax...i paid about 112.00

Quite little motel. Check in was at the small gas station next door. We had a single room. Our cars navigation system did not take us to the right place, but google did. We recommend bringing water to the site as there is a lot of sulfide in the water. It smells of rotten eggs and has a tint to it. It's not unusual for rural areas. If you are sensitive to smell, I would not recommend staying here. I would also bring a bag for recycling as there isn't one. Otherwise, it was great! Very quiet area. I likes that there were flashing yellow lights for the turn. The road to it is 65 miles an hour so the notice is great.

I was there in winter - the heating works perfectly :)

Basic stop no amenities but room was satisfactory for an over night stay while traveling.

We had an amazing stay! This is an older motel with lots of charm - exactly what we're looking for when we come to the beautiful U.P. of Michigan! There's a few things that need minimal work but the owner is on it!! The grills provided were a huge plus for us! A fire pit, (wasn't advertised but is available) cleaning lady is SUPER friendly & helpful, as is the staff at the gas station -convenience store literally steps away! The bathrooms are very small but again, not a problem for us. The beach is beyond beautiful and endless! ⚠️ The aroma of the pasties wafting in the air each morning brings on a ferocious appetite! Fred, the owner is just out of this world WONDERFUL to work with!!! The entire area is just beautiful and has the friendliest people ever!!! We booked 2 rooms for 3 days, 1 for one day and extended one of the two bedrooms (which is actually two bedrooms with doors that close) for an extra night to continue exploring. AuTrain has MUCH less traffice than Munising or Marquette (which are both beautiful & worth venturing to) that we had a much quieter, more relaxed visit with everything and more to offer than the more populated areas. I'd suggest lock boxes with codes for keys for those arriving late. Wasn't a problem for us but an elderly woman was a little confused. Also, book direct - not through expedia, etc. Better rates & GREAT service! Thank you, Fred & ALL the staff at AuTrain Motel for an absolutely wonderful stay!!! We'll definitely be back!!!

You get what you pay for. Bathroom was tiny & no hairdryer. Fortunately we only needed it for the night. It was clean & the bed was comfy.

Very limited parking. It’s an old tired venue that is cramped but functional if you’re just looking for a place to crash. For those not familiar with Yooper” culture know that pasties have aphrodisiac qualities that may incline other guests to work off the effects until the wee hours of the morning on the other side of paper thin walls.

The price was good for a room a block from Lake Superior. This is a place to sleep as there are no amenities but our reason for coming was to spend time by the lake. The one detractor was that the water was a little discolored with a bit of an odor when showering, but this is not a deal breaker. To end on a positive note, there is hand packed ice cream in the gas station/grocery where you check in.

Easy check in at the Au Train grocery. Great value. Don't expect a top tier place for a cheap price.

Limited parking

Everything is ok for the price except for water quality. Need to buy bottled water to shower for 3 days.

The appearance of the property is very poor. Looks like little or no upkeep outside. The water was not drinkable. The interior had an odor. It did look clean inside. I believe I could have found a much nicer place to stay in Munising for a few mor dollars. I'm surprised Expedia has this motel on their site. Definitely do not recommend. I booked for another couple also--was very embarrassed when I drove up.

2nd time staying here. Super clean. Quiet. Nothing fancy but a great place to relax

We liked that it was a block off Lake Superior. Even though it was old,, we didn’t mind that. But the carpet was dirty and torn, only HOT water n the shower, the bed was hard but the bedding was clean!!!!

Room was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Carpets needed cleaning badly though and a TV that was a normal size would have been nice . Water was nasty and smelled like sulfur and was orange until ran for a few minutes . Also a mirror in the bathroom that was of decent size would be nice . All in all fine for the few nights we were there as we weren't in our room much but out doing things in the area.

We didn’t get in till 10 and they had to leave the key in the laundry room. It was very creepy, old furniture, rust stains in the sink, white towels that were so disgusting we didn’t even shower. Bed was okay. Broken levalors where we had to tape napkins up to have privacy. Curtains old and dingy. Carpet torn and ragged. I would have cancelled and got my money back but it was so late and we were so tired.!!

The water smelled really bad!!! The celling showed signs of roof leakage because there was warped celling tiles and stains. Very small TV and only one chair.

The positives: we had a late check-in and the receptionist was very friendly and left the key in the room for us. It was easy to find and conveniently located. The not-so-positives: We had low expectations, just needed somewhere to sleep and shower on a road trip. This still failed to meet our expectations... There was 'gunk' on the walls, bedskirt, and sink. There was trash in the can. The bedspread was extremely stained. There was hair in the shower. The soap on the sink looked used (it was open). The blinds on the window were broken leaving large gaps. The bed was rock hard and the pillows were very flat and lumpy. There were lots of holes (patched and not) in the walls. There was a snowmobile map thumbtacked to the wall falling down.... just general disrepair. I would not recommend staying here, you're better off sleeping in your car...

Old and dirty needs updating ,bed was wore out carpet needs replacing blinds had big holes in the curtains needs to be upgraded ,what a dump

Quiet, friendly staff, very clean, would highly recommend

This motel was perfect for what we needed! We hiked, kayaked and explored during the day, so we needed a clean, comfortable place to sleep/shower and get ready for our adventures the next day. The lake/beach is a quick 5 minute walk away. We enjoyed the laid back “chill” attitude of this town….very different from the hustle and bustle of Munising. The gas station (which is where you check in) is right next store and has fresh, homemade pasties every day. The room had a TV, towels, A/C, a heater, a box fan, microwave, larger mini fridge, coffee maker and a sink in the “mini kitchen” area. No problems with the WiFi either, worked great! Yes, this is an “older” Motel, but it’s not gross. It’s clean and functional. The only thing I wish they provided was Kleenex…not a big deal, we just bought some at the gas station next door. We loved that our unit had two separate bedrooms. It gave our teenagers their needed “space”. The communication from the owners was great and the check in/out process was super easy. The next time we visit the area, we WILL stay here again.

I loved how friendly and helpful the staff was. They accommodated our request for extra late entry with no problem. Worked out perfectly for our purpose. However looking for a place to stay for a few days, might want to find something with more comfortable beds. Otherwise cute little space.

The motel is in a great location, just a few minutes walk from Au Train beach. The adjoining store is convenient for picking up things you might need for your stay or pre-made food. Everything was clean and in working condition. The room included a mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Our two bed unit was actually two bedrooms plus the bathroom and a little sitting area. The room is very dated and the mattress was kind of hard, even for someone who prefers a hard mattress. The water was slightly discolored…probably fine but we picked up a jug of water just in case. The gentleman at check-in was very nice but had some trouble finding our reservation, so it took a while to check in. There is no after hours check in, so you need to be able to check in during store hours.

You get what you pay for. Bathroom was tiny & no hairdryer. Fortunately we only needed it for the night. It was clean & the bed was comfy.

Older motel but very clean. Had two bedrooms which I loved. Really good water pressure.

Room was clean, but was seriously outdated and small.

Pros: Good location right off the highway - about 10 miles to Munising. Good communication before visit and check in was easy. Cons: The carpeting was thin and torn, the water smelled, one of the beds was very hard and squeaked, the tv was tiny and the bathroom was so small that I had to squeeze by the shower to get to the toilet.

We were fairly happy. The only down side was the walls are so thin you can hear the neighbors conversation and the TVs we laughably tiny. Beyond that it was clean and everything worked. The staff in the store was outstanding...every one of them. We stayed 2 night and would not hesitate to stay again. The minor inconveniences are more than a fair trade off for the price.

It was clean and welcoming, I love that it had two separate bedrooms and a little kitchenette. I would stay there again.

Not worth the money. Very small, the tv was about 12 inches

This motel was perfect for what we needed! We hiked, kayaked and explored during the day, so we needed a clean, comfortable place to sleep/shower and get ready for our adventures the next day. The lake/beach is a quick 5 minute walk away. We enjoyed the laid back “chill” attitude of this town….very different from the hustle and bustle of Munising. The gas station (which is where you check in) is right next store and has fresh, homemade pasties every day. The room had a TV, towels, A/C, a heater, a box fan, microwave, larger mini fridge, coffee maker and a sink in the “mini kitchen” area. No problems with the WiFi either, worked great! Yes, this is an “older” Motel, but it’s not gross. It’s clean and functional. The only thing I wish they provided was Kleenex…not a big deal, we just bought some at the gas station next door. We loved that our unit had two separate bedrooms. It gave our teenagers their needed “space”. The communication from the owners was great and the check in/out process was super easy. The next time we visit the area, we WILL stay here again.

Room was clean, but carpet was old and ripped, and overall, would not have stayed here if I saw it in advance. Had to check in a gas station next door, they seemed confused by the process. Was good enough for a one night stay, but glad to be out the next morning.

The motel is in a great location, just a few minutes walk from Au Train beach. The adjoining store is convenient for picking up things you might need for your stay or pre-made food. Everything was clean and in working condition. The room included a mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Our two bed unit was actually two bedrooms plus the bathroom and a little sitting area. The room is very dated and the mattress was kind of hard, even for someone who prefers a hard mattress. The water was slightly discolored…probably fine but we picked up a jug of water just in case. The gentleman at check-in was very nice but had some trouble finding our reservation, so it took a while to check in. There is no after hours check in, so you need to be able to check in during store hours.

Despite the hard bed and aged faciity, the staff was excellent and accommodating to our every request from helping with the wifi to providing ice, and chilling our wine. I especially loved their friendliness and genuine concern.

The positives: we had a late check-in and the receptionist was very friendly and left the key in the room for us. It was easy to find and conveniently located. The not-so-positives: We had low expectations, just needed somewhere to sleep and shower on a road trip. This still failed to meet our expectations... There was 'gunk' on the walls, bedskirt, and sink. There was trash in the can. The bedspread was extremely stained. There was hair in the shower. The soap on the sink looked used (it was open). The blinds on the window were broken leaving large gaps. The bed was rock hard and the pillows were very flat and lumpy. There were lots of holes (patched and not) in the walls. There was a snowmobile map thumbtacked to the wall falling down.... just general disrepair. I would not recommend staying here, you're better off sleeping in your car...

Quiet, friendly staff, very clean, would highly recommend

First thing we noticed was the toilet was leaking onto the floor. I told the gentleman that i got the key from that there was water on the floor around the toilet. He said it was probably mop water because the housekeeper just finished cleaning the room. That was not the case. There was definitely a leak - but they close at 8pm and we didn't arrive back to the room until after 9pm There is a desk, but no chair to sit. The bed was bumpy, bouncy and uncomfortable. The coffe pot still had coffee in it. Very disappointed.

The price was ery reasonable and the property owners were very pleasant. They had great sandwiches in their little store..

Easy check in at the Au Train grocery. Great value. Don't expect a top tier place for a cheap price.

Great staff, clean motel and very convenient to have the grocery store right there.

It is close to Munising/ Pictured Rocks, just a short scenic drive away on M28. It is a short walk to Au Train beach on Lake Superior. The carry-out pizza restaurant Northwoods across the street has delicious pizza. The grocery store next to this motel has delicious meat pasties.

It is located almost on Lake Superior, the area is beautiful. The motel is older but well taken care of, beds were comfortable.

Just what we needed. A basic room for a good night's sleep, very near Lake Superior

Great location

Hotel very outdated. Only plus was could walk to the lake.

Nice small older rooms. Nice quiet beach and National park near by. Quiet area..

Pros: Good location right off the highway - about 10 miles to Munising. Good communication before visit and check in was easy. Cons: The carpeting was thin and torn, the water smelled, one of the beds was very hard and squeaked, the tv was tiny and the bathroom was so small that I had to squeeze by the shower to get to the toilet.

Very nice for what it is. Felt safe and welcoming, short walk to the lake and short drives to pictured rocks!

Perfect location, clean room, short walk to Ice cream and beautiful beach! We will be back!

Very clean. Cute place to stay. The people who run this place are super friendly and always offer their services if needed. They run the Market/Gas Station right next door which is super convenient. They also make delicious baked good, daily! You can also walk to other places that are around and very easy walk to Lake Superior. This is not an extravagant place. If you like uppity stays, this is not for you! Please don’t go thinking it’s a Hyatt! It’s very warm and cozy and great for sleep. Very friendly!!

It is close to Munising/ Pictured Rocks, just a short scenic drive away on M28. It is a short walk to Au Train beach on Lake Superior. The carry-out pizza restaurant Northwoods across the street has delicious pizza. The grocery store next to this motel has delicious meat pasties.

This motel was perfect for what we needed! We hiked, kayaked and explored during the day, so we needed a clean, comfortable place to sleep/shower and get ready for our adventures the next day. The lake/beach is a quick 5 minute walk away. We enjoyed the laid back “chill” attitude of this town….very different from the hustle and bustle of Munising. The gas station (which is where you check in) is right next store and has fresh, homemade pasties every day. The room had a TV, towels, A/C, a heater, a box fan, microwave, larger mini fridge, coffee maker and a sink in the “mini kitchen” area. No problems with the WiFi either, worked great! Yes, this is an “older” Motel, but it’s not gross. It’s clean and functional. The only thing I wish they provided was Kleenex…not a big deal, we just bought some at the gas station next door. We loved that our unit had two separate bedrooms. It gave our teenagers their needed “space”. The communication from the owners was great and the check in/out process was super easy. The next time we visit the area, we WILL stay here again.

Great experience..everyone was amazing. They have a general store that has everything you need

The motel is in a great location, just a few minutes walk from Au Train beach. The adjoining store is convenient for picking up things you might need for your stay or pre-made food. Everything was clean and in working condition. The room included a mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Our two bed unit was actually two bedrooms plus the bathroom and a little sitting area. The room is very dated and the mattress was kind of hard, even for someone who prefers a hard mattress. The water was slightly discolored…probably fine but we picked up a jug of water just in case. The gentleman at check-in was very nice but had some trouble finding our reservation, so it took a while to check in. There is no after hours check in, so you need to be able to check in during store hours.

Nice to have access to gas station/small grocery store and they have good soup and pasties!

The staff was very friendly and there are lots of yummy treats at the store and the most beautiful beaches within a few steps. Couldn’t ask for a better stop.

The price was ery reasonable and the property owners were very pleasant. They had great sandwiches in their little store..

Very clean. Cute place to stay. The people who run this place are super friendly and always offer their services if needed. They run the Market/Gas Station right next door which is super convenient. They also make delicious baked good, daily! You can also walk to other places that are around and very easy walk to Lake Superior. This is not an extravagant place. If you like uppity stays, this is not for you! Please don’t go thinking it’s a Hyatt! It’s very warm and cozy and great for sleep. Very friendly!!

Great staff, clean motel and very convenient to have the grocery store right there.

Staff was very friendly and helpful, sheets were new and clean! Walking distance to Lake Superior and AuTrain beach. Tiny, quaint motel. Great stop on my UP journey. Handmade, fresh pastie too!