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Bay Port Lodging

2.5 star property

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Property amenity
Beach nearby
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Property grounds
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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905 Forest Avenue, Frankfort, MI, 49635
  • Place, Betsie Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Frankfort Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Betsie Lighthouse
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor | Interior detail

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor | Interior detail

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Interior detail

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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View from room

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ground Floor

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Interior detail

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Classic Cottage

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Frankfort

Located in Frankfort, Bay Port Lodging is in a shopping district, a 3-minute walk from Betsie Lake and 14 minutes by foot from Frankfort Beach. .This hotel is 5.1 mi (8.1 km) from Point Betsie Lighthouse and 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Betsie Valley Trail.

What's nearby

  • Betsie Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Frankfort Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Elberta Beach - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Point Betsie Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stormcloud Brewing Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dinghy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Villa Marine Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Cabbage Shed - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Bay Port Lodging

Hotel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Betsie Lake
Bay Port Lodging offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Frankfort hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include a picnic area and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December, January, February, and March.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Bay Port Lodging Hotel Frankfort
Bay Port Lodging Hotel
Bay Port Lodging Frankfort
Bay Port Lodging Hotel
Bay Port Lodging Frankfort
Bay Port Lodging Hotel Frankfort

Reviews

Bay Port Lodging Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 154 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emilie

Summer stop

The room was cute, served its purpose. But with laminate floors, we tracked a lot of dirt in and around the room. A rug at the door would have been helpful. Also, there were some areas that could have used a little more cleaning attention (cobwebs near the base of the bed frame). Never saw any staff. There was a sign with a number to call, but it would have been nice to have a real human in the office during the day for quick questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Motel

Very clean, updated motel. I never saw a human except other guests. No ice machine. Small refrigerator and microwave both worked. No box of tissues. Basic for the price. Frankfort is a delightful town. This motel was near the edge of town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bonnie J

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food in the area was pretty good. The beds and pillows in the rooms need a desperate upgrade.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tami

Very kind staff -comfortable , clean room , good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
If you like a clean early 1960’s place to stay this place will work for you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Keyless entry is convenient. Close to beach and dunes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Overall, the room was clean and cute, it could have used a picture on the wall or maybe a little more decoration. There needed to be more outlets, especially near a mirror, there were no outlets in the bathroom, which was difficult. We were there for a wedding And there needed to be more hooks/places to hang clothes up. The property was a little unkept. The staff was friendly and helpful though would consider going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Cried into my craft beer after checking in

Pylled in, and immediately realized I'd made a mistake. The property is not like the cheerful photos at all. Musty, very small room, too many disappointments to list, but it was clean enough to keep me from leaving. Would not return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Room not like what was depicted in photo. Looked like an empty college dorm room. Just green walls, a bed, 2 unpatching g old table stands, a table and 2 rocking chairs. Nothing on the walls. Dented mini refrigerator. Extremely old small bathroom. Not worth the price we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They helped me charge my EV
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Some Pros and Cons

Pros: Room was very clean and the mattress was comfortable. Looked freshly remodeled. Cons: bathroom layout and room furnishings were not well thought out for resident’s comfort. You cannot stand at the sink without your calves touching the toilet bowl. No vanity. Large people would not fit this room. No place to hang coats or clothing. Hard surface floor with no door mat and gravel drive made for gritty feet. Very poor overhead lighting. And, I’m not comfortable with a window in a motel door with no curtain .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Chilly review

decor was very nice. lost heat during night, it got down to 60. tried calling but no answer. Talked to a lady in morning and she stated heat was repaired day before. She offered refund or another future night stay. I chose the second option since we would like to come back in future. Unfortunately, I have not heard from them by email or phone. Also killed several small spiders in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness
Contacted the property ahead of arriving because of a confusing email I received. They were able to confirm our reservation and checked us in over the phone, which allowed us to continue our sightseeing and not have to worry about it. The bathroom was small but the water was hot. One downside is that since it's on a main road there was lots of traffic noise in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine, Bay City

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very simple, no flair, exactly what was need for the couple of nights away. Very clean. Don't expect a large bathroom, bedroom area because it's a definite 60's/70's motel that's been kept up very nicely! Downtown area is quite a few blocks but a very nice walk!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Adequate but definitely low-end lodging
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fall color trip

Small, quaint place to stay, perfect for our color tour trip. Friendly staff, room was checked each day. Bathroom was a little on the small side (I’m 6’3” tall) but it worked. Could use a little cleaning under bed (dusty). Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024