Nestled near Hiawatha National Forest, Hillcrest Inn & Motel offers a serene escape with a lush garden and free in-room WiFi. Connect with nature at the vegetable garden or take advantage of the 24-hour front desk - previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail - 5 min drive - 8.0 km
Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
Gladstone Golf Club - 12 min drive - 14.5 km
Van Cleve Park & Gladstone Beach - 14 min drive - 19.2 km
Getting around
Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Wally's Bar - 17 min drive
Swallow Inn - 3 min drive
Jack's - 2 min drive
Rapid River Pub - 3 min drive
kipling bar - 10 min drive
About this property
Hillcrest Motel
Hillcrest Motel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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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Pets
Pets stay free (dogs and cats only)
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
What to do
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Romance packages
Facilities
Garden
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Room amenities
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Memory foam mattress
What to enjoy
Porch or lanai
Yard
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches
Recycling
Water-efficient toilets only
Fees & policies
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.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Frequently asked questions
Does Hillcrest Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hillcrest Motel 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.
Are pets allowed at Hillcrest Motel?
Yes, cats and dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Hillcrest Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hillcrest Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Hillcrest Motel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and hunting. Hillcrest Motel also has a garden.
Does Hillcrest Motel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a porch or lanai and a yard.
What's the area around Hillcrest Motel like?
Hillcrest Motel is located a short 10-minute walk from Lake Michigan.
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Hillcrest Motel Reviews
Reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property offers a pet-friendly environment with a walking trail and an enclosed area for dogs to play and enjoy fresh air. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2025
Very nice little motel
Pleasantly surprised! Great little motel.
Leanne
Leanne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 3, 2025
Comfy beds
Billie
Billie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2025
I felt very safe and comfortable. Room was comfortable and clean. I stayed another visit for on my way home
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 12, 2025
The beds were so comfortable!!
Kimberlee
Kimberlee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2025
Check in was easy with the information sent via email. The room was cute and clean.
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2025
Awesome
It was a very clean nice place
Christina
Christina, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 21, 2025
Quintessential Roadside Motel
Cute little roadside motel. I liked that prior to arrival i received a text message with the door code as they do virtual management and you dont check in at an office. The room was very small, but good for just my husband and i. The room was impeccably clean. Only complaint was the mattress was very firm and the AC didnt keep up, but other than that it was great!
Beth
Beth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 7, 2025
Cozy and Clean
We stayed one night with our two dogs. Very clean, thoughtful touches with having an enclosed dog run area with seating, and prompt customer service. Note that there is no staff on site but you do have a phone # for any issues 24/7.
Sylvia
Sylvia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Check in was super easy and a nice, clean room!
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 2, 2025
It was a nice little place for a quick weekend get away. Wish I had gotten an updated room though. I would stay here again
Billie
Billie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2025
This little roadside motel was truly a gem. So cute, comfortable and clean. Close to many attractions in the upper peninsula area. We are at a local place named Jack's that was delicious. Our only complaint is that we couldn't stay longer. Would definitely stay here again if we get back that way.
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Great place to stop!
Cute little motel with lovely rooms. Very clean and comfortable. Didn’t meet owners as check-in and continental breakfast are all self service. Food options were adequate. Overall, a great place to stay. Only negative was the shower that was very small. Busy road so kinda noisy in the afternoon.
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Nice beds
The service was friendly. Rooms were clean and beds were comfy
Jacob
Jacob, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Quick, easy, and cheap. We love this motel and they just refurbed some rooms. Great little offering on the highway with no bells and whistles.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2025
short stay did remote check in, arrived @ 12:20 , left @ 5:38 am. got at least 4 1/2 hrs uninterrupted sleep
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
Very nice hotel
Jodi
Jodi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
This was a beautiful and comfortable room. It was spacious and smelled lovely. I was surprised to find such a gem in this rather rural area.
Dovey
Dovey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2024
Easy check in/check out; quiet.
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
Beautiful place!
Pari
Pari, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2025
Clean room. Good water pressure. Was reminded a double bed is small for two people.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Cute, cozy and affordable
I'm so glad I found this place! My room was very cute and cozy. Very clean and comfortable. It was just the basics, but thats all i needed. It was different because they do virtual check ins and dont have staff on-site, but it honesly made this very easy. If anything, update the take-out menus in the room. They were very old and had incorrect information. Loved this place and i will come back if im ever passing through again!
Abigail
Abigail, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
This is our 3rd stay and we will be back again!
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 2, 2025
Good enough, but will pick a different place next
Room was okay, bathroom small but suffice. No contact with anyone. Just given a passkey code to get in room. very noisy highway that had trucks rumbling through all night long
Todd
Todd, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2024
Very pleasant stay clean comfortable accessible washroom was great.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
We drive through the UP every few months and always stay here. It’s always clean, quiet, and feels very safe for solo travelers. And we love that our dog is welcome!