Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

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

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 11:59 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 offers limited wheelchair-accessible features, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The lodge is located in the historical district of Manistee, just a 2-minute drive from Lake Michigan and 6 minutes from Little River Casino. It is 0.1 mi from Manistee Lake and 0.2 mi from S.S. City of Milwaukee.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an indoor pool and a hot tub available for guests to enjoy.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age.

Econo Lodge Manistee - Comfortable Stay in Michigan

Average nightly price at Econo Lodge Manistee by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$52
February	$55
March	$67
April	$74
May	$95
June	$85
July	$118
August	$115
September	$93
October	$83
November	$61
December	$51

What guests think

At Econo Lodge Manistee, travellers describe a budget-friendly stay with very friendly staff, an older property undergoing updates, mixed room and facility upkeep, and an inconsistent free breakfast, alongside a convenient location near the lake, beaches, and casino.

Many found rooms clean and beds comfortable for the price, and appreciated lake views and the indoor pool and hot tub when operating. Common drawbacks include dated spaces with musty odors, thin walls, spotty Wi-Fi, and maintenance issues such as dirty or out-of-order pool areas, slow-to-heat water, and occasional pests. Breakfast quality and availability vary widely, and policies like a security deposit and the lack of an elevator or luggage carts frustrate some guests. Expect a basic, budget stay with friendly service and uneven upkeep.

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Facilities

Indoor pool and hot tub are a regular draw but their condition varies—reports range from clean and enjoyable to cold, dirty, or temporarily closed. The building lacks an elevator; long walks or ramps are noted.

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Lynda

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Out dated but rooms are good pool needs work

4

Debra

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

My husband and I were booked for 4 nights. When we arrived we were told there was no elevator and no luggage carts. They did offer a first floor room. However, we explained that we both have heart issues and lots of luggage. The walk to the room included 2 sections of hallway on quite an incline and then a long walk to the room. We explained that we would not be able to carry all of our things that far. There is no mention on any info that I read about the facility not having an elevator. There was no offer to assist with luggage. The lobby and hallways were not air conditioned. There was a slight funky smell throughout. We did not go near the pool. But, from a distance had quite the green look to it. We could not physically stay there. They would not waive the one night fee that was charged to our card. The cancelation policy requires 24 hour notice. This is not a good location for anyone with any health issues that would make it difficult to get luggage to a room.

10

Jacki

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beds were super comfy! No elevators, but they have an easy wheelchair ramp up to each floor so it is super easy to navigate. Rooms were very clean and up-to-date. Great stay!

8

Mistie

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Check in was friendly, the room itself was great very clean and comfortable. The hallway smelled very unpleasant and the pool looked sort of like dirt had settled at the bottom and then too much chlorine got put in to tey to counteract. Overall I was pleased with this day the bed was comfortable and that's the most important part to me along with the cleanliness of the room.

8

Justin

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was quiet and well-kept, with good service from staff. The pool and hot tub were open.

8

Anthony

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here after crossing Lake Michigan via the SS Badger from Wisconsin. This was my second time staying here as it was convenient and of good value the year prior when I did the same motorcycle trip. The hot tub was welcoming, as was the staff. The rooms were clean, and I loved the pillows. No funky smells. The hot tub could’ve used a cleaning - the bottom was beginning to accumulate a slipperiness. Other than that, it’s always been right on the money for the convenience, comfort, and service.

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Scott

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was ok pool area was nasty smelled like mildew and pool was freezing. I paid on Expedia and they still wanted a deposit for something and they stated that it would take a week for the deposit to be returned

8

Heidi

Mar 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Mini fridge was not cold, main hot tub was not working

6

NICOLE

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Got the King Suite specifically for the 2 person hot tub. It has no jets, just air bubbles from the bottom. Only one ice machine for a large motel. Pool and hot tub were nice but pool surface needs refinishing. Great location

10

Robin

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pool and hot tub always have issues It would be nice if they maintained it better

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed, with many noting clean rooms and fresh linens, while others report musty odors, dusty surfaces, dirty floors, stains, and occasional bugs or mold.

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Senad

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Very spacious and clean room. I don't like the toilet bowl is to low, like for children.

4

Bruce

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wi fi no signal no internet . Room floor was sandy . Bottom of shower curtainss

4

Jamie

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Blood stains on wall, dusty, dirty floor, bed skirt had stains, paint in walls bubbling

4

Marilyn

Sep 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We understand the facility had no impact on the electricity going out due to what we believe was an accident that occurred down the street. Power was out from about 7pm to 1am. My husband pointed out when we got into the room there were dead bugs in the bathroom floor. We are always ok with dead bugs. However, the next morning when a roach ran up the wall. That is just more than I can take! Call the exterminator again! There was someone's clothes left behind the door in the bathroom. This makes me feel the room was not cleaned very well. The room looked clean and didn't have a bad odor.

2

Wesley

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was dirty the screen sliding door would not lock or latch there was visible dirt on walls and dust in on the closet surfaces and bugs on the ceiling bathtub was terribly slippery from the water softening of the water

6

Stephanie

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was clean but overall our stay was only okay. This hotel just smells bad. The hallway and our room had a mildewy, musty smell. We went to the store to buy an air freshener and avoided being in the room most of the time. We had family that stayed in a different part of the hotel and it didn't have that same smell so I'd recommend only accepting a room if the number stays with a 3 or 4. Our room number started with a 2 and that whole section smelled terrible. The hotel is built on a hill and is long, so each numbered section is separate and goes higher up the hill, (1-4) with 3 and 4 in the same section with 2 floors. The free breakfast was good and had many options. The pool and hot tub needed to be cleaned. We appreciated the microwave and refrigerator in our room.

4

Nancy

Jul 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

If you are looking for a reasonably priced hotel, the Manistee hotel would be fine. The pool and hot tub were nice and the bed comfortable but we were quite surprised when wiping up water after a shower that the floors were filthy. The bath towel we used was completely black and it appeared it hadn’t been mopped in a long time. As stated by other patrons the hot breakfast was horrible and they would have been better off not mentioning a free breakfast. It consisted of sausages, 2 kinds of cold cereal (no milk), waffles (no syrup), bread, and bagels. Everything was rationed out and food was put out one or two at a time. Apparently they were afraid someone would take too much or take something home. Even the butter, cream cheese and coffee was out in limited supply. Right at 9:30 on the dot, what food was out was whisked away. Don’t count on this breakfast to start your day.

2

Matthew

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

If you have ANY expectations at all - do not stay here. This was by far one of the worst hotels I've stayed at on the West side of the state. My room was on the 2nd floor. The hallway smelled horrible on my way to my room and once I entered it there was mold in the tub, the grout in the tile floor was supposed to be tan, but majority of it was black, the view out the only window was of a

10

Bruce

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We have no complaints the room was clean it was nice the staff were courteous, friendly and professional breakfast was exactly what you would expect for a traditional continental breakfast

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Ellen

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Checked in and checked out the same day-within 5 minutes of checking in. We found dead and live bugs (cockroaches) in our room! They offered another room, but where there's one roach there's sure to be others. They would not give us a refund. Wouldn't recommend staying there.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and dated with some renovated units; beds are often comfortable and several have lake or ship views. Noise can carry through thin walls, and Wi-Fi reliability is inconsistent; some layouts lack seating or in-room coffee makers.

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Laura

Jul 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great price! Great view of the Manistee River!!

8

Senad

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Very spacious and clean room. I don't like the toilet bowl is to low, like for children.

10

Pamela

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfy bed and excellent pillows! Quiet too.

6

Cindy

Aug 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Thin walls could hear TV next room. Towels were worn and stained. Breakfast was good. Probably would not stay there again.

10

William

Aug 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Only slept in the room for a few hours before going to the marina across the street the next morning for a fishing charter, room was clean and had all the essentials for a reasonable price.

8

Kaitlyn

Aug 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pros: Friendly staff, clean rooms, convenient location. Pool and hot tub available (we did not use them though) and hot breakfast in the mornings. Cons: Second bedroom didn't have A/C so it was pretty warm/stuffy.

6

Donovan

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No information on what T V stations were available. No chairs to sit on. No Internet for the cell phones. Was able to use internet for the laptop.

8

Cris

Aug 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good view. A lot of traffic

10

Jeri

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was clean and updated - with nice flooring in the main room, cute tile and a nice vanity in the bathroom. The beds were very comfy - with down comforters. Only downside was the short toilet... hard to get up from...

8

Jessica

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is dated however the lobby, dining area and our room was very clean. The staff was friendly. The breakfast was decent and had a good amount to choose from. If you're looking for somewhere budget friendly to stay a night or two, this is a good option.

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly and helpful, with staff accommodating requests and upgrades. Some guests report rude interactions, slow responses, or miscommunication about deposits and breakfast.

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ron

Jun 2, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Front desk lady is extremely rude.

10

Terry

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

wonderful staff-cleaned rooms every day!!! They went out of their way to make my stay very comfortable. Recommend it very highly.

8

Christy

Nov 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Our stay is always good. The check in was ok. The clerk was very nice, but maybe new? In my online reservation note, I asked for 300 hall. He didn’t see it and tried to put us upstairs. No elevator so I showed him my request and he apologized and fixed it. No problem, but a delay. Not a big deal. Then he put a hold on my credit card. Kinda messed up my shopping ability. After he put the hold on he asked if we have stayed before. We have many times over the years. He said I should have mentioned it and they wouldn’t have needed to hold it. Maybe he should have asked before the hold. That was my only aggravation.

8

Laura

Aug 9, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

It was a good stay. We’ve stayed at this hotel for the past few years and this time the staff didn’t seem as friendly. One day we asked when they were going to be able to clean our room around 3pm and the guy just said he has a list to go by and he will get to it when he can. He did get to our room but he only took the trash and the dirty towels. He did not replace the towels, did not replace toilet paper, and he did not sweep or vacuum. When we went to the front desk to get towels and toilet paper - the lady only gave us two towels and one roll of toilet paper — but we had three people staying in the room. We borrowed the broom from housekeeping so we could have a clean floor. The hotel is in the middle of a bunch of updates so this may be why they aren’t as attentive to the customers - but the customers are the main reason for having a hotel. Perhaps they need more staff.

10

Jessica

Feb 8, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Staff super friendly, next time I'm in Michigan I will stay here again!

10

jeff

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Quick check-in. Asked for first floor due to disability, and was upgraded on the spot at no extra charge.

2

Chad

Jul 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clerk was not a bit hospitable. Rooms were dated and seriously used. light switches to nothing and let me stop there and call it a place in need of renovation.

6

Jude

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

When we checked and got to our room the card key wouldn’t work , so we went back to office and they reprogrammed our key and went back to our room and key still wouldn’t work. We had to wait for maintenance to come and fix the door, then after a while we went out on the town for a bit and when we got back, our keys wouldn’t work again and had to go back to office at 2:00 am to get someone to let us into our room.

10

Stephen

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Value for money in comparison to similar priced competitors. The front desk staff is excellent, the bed was clean and comfortable, the body contoured bath was excellent. The hot breakfast was great value and again the staff kep the area immaculate. We didn't get a chance to use the pool but the area was again kept nice. The outside isnt much but the the offering inside is well worth the stay. Would definitely stay again. 10/10

10

Tanya

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place and great staff.

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Location

Convenient location near Manistee Lake, the SS City of Milwaukee, downtown, beaches, and the casino; many enjoy water views. Some note road noise and a tricky, fast curve when exiting, and a few felt the area looked rough.

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Laura

Jul 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great price! Great view of the Manistee River!!

10

Karen

May 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This place was fine for the money. It’s in a good location…

8

Jessica

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Decent place for the price. Close to town

8

Jessica

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel staff was incredibly friendly! The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was decent for what you pay to stay. The outside of the property was very bland and uninviting. The coolest part about the outside of the property was the big ship across the road.

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Cris

Aug 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good view. A lot of traffic

8

Dave

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast could have been better, but area was nice. No fruit or yogurt. Staff was very friendly. It’s positioned on a curve that people take fast, so caution pulling out to the street. It’s on the base of a wooded hill, so it can feel like being in a secluded cabin.

8

Cindy

Jul 18, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Close to highway m22 and natural attractions

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Julia

Aug 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Good hotel for families (breakfast, pool, mini fridge, microwave). Excellent location - close to beautiful beaches, the SS City Of Milwaukee, Manistee Riverwalk, etc. Friendly staff.

8

Clinton

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good price and good location

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Susan

Jul 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Doing work in parking lot, doesn’t appear to be a safe are of Manistee, homeless looking person in lot.

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Dining

Hot breakfast is offered but quality and variety are inconsistent; reports range from decent to poor, with limited options (typically eggs, sausage, waffles) and occasional shortages or cancellations. Many wished for fruit, yogurt, or better restocking.

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Susan

Jul 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Sheets seemed dirty! No eggs at breakfast. Waffles with no syrup!

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PHILIP

Jul 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

One morning there wasn't breakfast available, next morning the caterer was late and still didn't have all the food available.

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michelle maxine

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was nice. Older building but they took care of it. The only complaint was the breakfast. Not many options.

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Pamela

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cold water. Reported. Sent up maintenance. Told it takes time to heat. Ran 10-15 minutes before it would get hot. Walked around room with my white sock footies. When I took off the bottoms were totally black. 730 am eggs were Luke warm. Sausage not hot. Coffee good.

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Kim

Jan 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is an average hotel. Good price for the stay as it is clean. Customer service isn’t great. “Hot breakfast” is true but the eggs are always burnt and the rat is limited. The only pluses are the coffee and waffle machine. But if the person who is responsible for breakfast isn’t there, your “hot” options will be white toast. Good luck

4

Nancy

Jul 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

If you are looking for a reasonably priced hotel, the Manistee hotel would be fine. The pool and hot tub were nice and the bed comfortable but we were quite surprised when wiping up water after a shower that the floors were filthy. The bath towel we used was completely black and it appeared it hadn’t been mopped in a long time. As stated by other patrons the hot breakfast was horrible and they would have been better off not mentioning a free breakfast. It consisted of sausages, 2 kinds of cold cereal (no milk), waffles (no syrup), bread, and bagels. Everything was rationed out and food was put out one or two at a time. Apparently they were afraid someone would take too much or take something home. Even the butter, cream cheese and coffee was out in limited supply. Right at 9:30 on the dot, what food was out was whisked away. Don’t count on this breakfast to start your day.

4

ANNETTE

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This place is OLD!!! Although they are trying to renovate it, they should just bulldoze it and rebuild. From the pictures, we thought it might be "retro" -- NOT! OLD and nasty! And, to boot, even though we got down to breakfast 35 minutes before it ended, they were out of everything and wouldn\'t even refill when we requested. Another patron said it was the same way for the past 3 days. Juice machine had NO juices, there were no breads or muffins at all, and the eggs and meats were awful. Sorry, I can\'t recommend this place to anyone.

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Amanda

Mar 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is our 2nd time staying here in a month. This time we got a room with a Jetted tub and what a wonderful night! Everything was clean and in good working condition. The bed was comfy. Very friendly staff. Great hot breakfast in a nice, clean cafe setting. Bring your own shampoo and conditioner. Bar soap and makeup remover towelettes are provided, but no shampoo or conditioner. Extremely happy with our stay here and you can't beat the price!

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Matthew

Oct 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast was not healthy. Not much to choose from. It’s definitely not a breakfast buffet like you would think.

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Jessica

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is dated however the lobby, dining area and our room was very clean. The staff was friendly. The breakfast was decent and had a good amount to choose from. If you're looking for somewhere budget friendly to stay a night or two, this is a good option.

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Econo Lodge Manistee

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