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Crooked River Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverfront Alanson hotel with indoor pool

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River View Stairway Access Family Suite | Private kitchen
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River View Stairway Access Family Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
On the riverbank, Stafford's Crooked River Lodge & Suites offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast, a cozy firepit, and an arcade/game room. Relax in the garden or unwind at the spa tub after kayaking on the river. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff who've made past guests feel right at home.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Hot tub
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
$127 nightly
The total price is $141
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub | Living area | TV

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
6845 US 31 N, Alanson, MI, 49706

What's nearby

  • Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Petoskey State Park - 15 min drive - 16.3 km
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 21 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Nub's Nob Ski Area - 22 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Odawa Casino - 24 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 13 min drive
  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Saw North - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alanson Depot Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Oven Yarn Shop - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Crooked River Lodge

Crooked River Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Alanson. You can go for a morning swim at the indoor pool and visit the fitness center for a workout. Other features include a hot tub, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 42 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Kayaking
  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 3 to April 10:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Crooked River Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Crooked River Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Crooked River Lodge?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Crooked River Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Crooked River Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Crooked River Lodge?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Crooked River Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Odawa Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Crooked River Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Crooked River Lodge also has a fitness center and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Does Crooked River Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Crooked River Lodge like?

Crooked River Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Lake Michigan, which is 16 minutes away by car.

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Crooked River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Breakfast
View
Kayaking
Amenities
Children
Hot Tub
Family friendly
Balcony

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and very good with a variety of options. (26 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay
Nicholas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We go every year!

The grounds are stunning, nice amenities- the free breakfast is great!
Krista, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Northern Michigan an enchanting experience!

Amazing outdoor scenery and amazing facility, making the trip pleasant and comfortable. Just lovely!
Carol, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very comfortable room, would definitely stay again. My only issue with the room was the shower was tight for a larger person. The location is a bit off the path but it doesn't take long to get to Petoskey or Harbor Springs from there.
Mark, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome

Awesome place to stay
sean, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and comfortable stay. The bad thing was couldn't use pool and hot tub shut down for service
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The atmosphere is warm and inviting. While the room décor is somewhat dated, it complements the woodsy character of the lodge and adds to its cozy, nostalgic feel. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I would happily return.
Derek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good
Phyllis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was fantastic!
Kelly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, visited multiple times.
Mariusz, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family tradition to come to this cozy hotel during holidays. Decorated so pretty and lovely location.
john, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful scenery and friendly staff
Atra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, friendly staff, great breakfast and personable chef.
Carol, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay

Our stay here was wounderful. The staff was very courteous and efficient. Our room was very clean, modern looking with a very nice color scheme. The view was nice overlooking Crooked River. I am sure it would be super fun in warmer months as there are open spaces to roam or go boating. We would definitely recommend staying here.
Ron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, excellent rooms, friendly service!
Sharlene, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Beautiful views from all rooms based on the building layout. Large Outdoor gas fireplace is a nice feature, along with onsite walking trail. They advertised a full breakfast, which it is not. There were no cooked eggs, bacon or sausage/ham. As such, it is a choice of only high sugar "foods" with the only exception being a fruitbowl with oranges/bananas and also boiled eggs. Since we were not interested in a sugarfest, we could not avail ourselves of the "included breakfast" and had to go up the street to "Bobs" to get what we consider a "full breakfast".
Philip, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay and will be back!
Joy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, clean, overall great stay
Haeden, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to enjoy family time
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

There are a lot of amenities for all the ages.
Carlos, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Place!!! Definitely will be back, actually deciding what dates to book for our next trip up north!!
Jennifer, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

V
Theodore, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay!

Friendly staff, clean, spacious room good breakfast!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The whole property was amazing, we had the best time. Looking forward to returning
Scott, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place and kind staff.
Matthew, 1-night trip