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A motel sign with the name "Boyne City Motel" surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.

A patio with a table and chairs, an umbrella, and a lawn.

A house with a porch, a door, and a window.

A hotel room with two beds, each with patterned bedding and pillows, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a nightstand with a clock.

1. Boyne City Motel

8.5 km from Bear River

Bret

￥17,133

￥19,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, a television, and a desk with a chair.

A hotel with a covered parking area, a main entrance with a door, and a visible gas station sign.

A reception area with a white counter, pendant lighting, a stone wall, and a framed certificate on the wall.

A breakfast bar with a fruit juice dispenser, coffee maker, and stacked plates.

2. Best Western of Harbor Springs

18.7 km from Bear River

Kenneth

￥22,481

￥24,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A large log cabin-style building with multiple balconies, large windows, and a stone chimney.

A wooden dock with a covered structure, a boat, and a grassy area with trees in the background.

A lodge with a large patio area, outdoor seating, and a fire pit.

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a kitchen with a central island, and a dining area with bar stools.

3. Crooked River Lodge

23.9 km from Bear River

Craig

￥20,929

￥23,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Two white Adirondack chairs and a small round table on a grassy lawn with a view of a body of water and hills in the distance.

A group of people seated around a wooden table with a pizza and drinks, in a room with wooden walls and a fireplace.

A large, historic hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

A pebbly beach with clear water and distant land.

4. Hotel Perry

13.1 km from Bear River

Dermot

￥33,283

￥36,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a television mounted on the wall.

A white limousine parked in front of a multi-story hotel with balconies and a green roof.

A balcony with a white railing, two red chairs, and a view of green hills.

A hotel room with a large window, two armchairs, a sofa, a small table, and a flat-screen TV.

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Petoskey by IHG

10.9 km from Bear River

Randy

￥21,567

￥23,940 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A beach chair with a striped cushion and a wicker basket with a bottle on the sand near the water.

A white building with a porch, columns, and a sign that reads "Terrace Inn Historic Lodging and Dining."

A cozy living room with a wooden staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A white building with a grand entrance, columns, and a staircase leading to a porch.

6. Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant

13.8 km from Bear River

Elisabeth

￥18,021

￥20,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A lobby with wooden beams, a chandelier, a TV, and seating areas.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with a view.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, wooden deck chairs, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather furniture, and recessed lighting.

7. Odawa Hotel

11.2 km from Bear River

Jeffrey

￥22,199

￥24,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, cushioned seating, and a view of the landscape.

A modern building entrance with a brick pathway, wooden ceiling, and stone pillars.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and large windows offering a view of the landscape.

A modern indoor space with a long table, chairs, a fireplace, and a TV.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey at Victories Square

10.5 km from Bear River

Joseph

￥25,992

￥30,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A large, multi-story building with a green roof and white walls, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and Adirondack chairs.

A coastal view with a clear sky, a body of water, and dense vegetation.

A garden with Adirondack chairs and a view of a lake.

A wedding ceremony outdoors with guests seated on chairs facing the couple.

9. Bay View Inn

14 km from Bear River

Dianne

￥23,836

￥26,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern dining area with high ceilings, stone walls, and a mix of seating options including tables and sofas.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple entry points, and a parking lot.

A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and pendant lighting.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, landscaped garden, and a tree in the foreground.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Petoskey

12.3 km from Bear River

Jerome

￥24,220

￥26,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A multi-story building with a balcony, a lawn, and a view of the sea.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard station, and a sunlit room with windows and seating.

A hotel with a covered entrance, indoor pool, and spa.

A home gym with various exercise equipment including treadmills, a stationary bike, and a rowing machine.

11. Apple Tree Inn, SureStay Collection by Best Western

12.3 km from Bear River

Lenora

￥24,666

￥27,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

12. Quality Inn Petoskey

13.1 km from Bear River

Charlotte

￥27,249

￥30,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A kitchen with a view of the outdoors, a dining area with stools, and a bar counter.

A dining area with a large table, six wicker chairs, a chandelier, and a view through glass doors.

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A cozy living room with wooden walls, a large window with curtains, a sofa, two armchairs, and a coffee table with a decorative item.

13. Bay Inn of Petoskey

13 km from Bear River

Anne

￥9,308

￥16,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, a window with curtains, and artwork on the wall.

A building entrance with a covered walkway, a glass door, and potted plants.

A modern outdoor patio with a barbecue area, seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

14. City Express by Marriott Petoskey Harbor Springs

14.2 km from Bear River

Hani

￥21,660

￥24,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A covered outdoor seating area with white metal chairs and tables, surrounded by yellow flowers and greenery.

A two-story building with a pool area, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.

A living room with a fireplace, a blue sofa, a striped armchair, and a white console table with a vase of flowers.

15. Colonial Inn in Harbor Springs

19.2 km from Bear River

Hanadi

￥25,135

￥27,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A cabin with a deck, surrounded by a landscaped garden with a stone border and various plants.

A cozy indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a Christmas tree.

A wooden cabin bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture, and a view through a door to an outdoor deck.

A large wooden house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

16. Horton Creek Inn B&B

13.7 km from Bear River

Jeremy

￥50,350

￥55,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern building with a covered patio area, a lawn, and a large tree with yellow leaves.

A modern kitchen with wooden beams, pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors.

A sandy beach with sparse vegetation and a large tree in the foreground.

17. OTIS Harbor Springs

23.1 km from Bear River

Alex

￥30,716

￥34,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A Days Inn with a two-story building, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a checkered floor, a welcome sign, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a kitchenette.

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Petoskey

12.5 km from Bear River

Deborah

￥20,012

￥22,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A stone fireplace with a mantel shelf, a clock above it, and a sailboat decoration.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls and ceiling, surrounded by tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

A breakfast area with a chalkboard sign, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine.

19. AmericInn by Wyndham Charlevoix

24.4 km from Bear River

Louis

￥18,996

￥21,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A road with a blue sign, a mailbox, and a landscaped area with bushes and a stone wall.

A breakfast corner with a counter, kitchen area, and seating for 8.

20. Baymont by Wyndham Petoskey

11.3 km from Bear River

Erica

￥13,957

￥15,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Bear River

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Boyne City Motel	9.2 Wonderful 669 reviews	View
Best Western of Harbor Springs	9.6 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Crooked River Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 908 reviews	View
Hotel Perry	9.6 Exceptional 548 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Petoskey by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Bear River Hotel Reviews

Walk to Walloon Village, Beach & 10 min to Petoskey or Boyne Mountain

10/10 Excellent

"Great visit. The host did a great job making the visit enjoyable."

Beautiful Walloon Lake Home - with Pontoon Boat option. Sept & Oct availability!

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, clean and cozy house with room for everyone and a fully stacked kitchen. We enjoyed our stay and hope to have the opportunity to return.Thanks for everything!"

Hidden Gem in Walloon Village

8/10 Good

"We really enjoyed the property. Great accommodation for the price. Centrally located and easy to walk to stores restaurants and bars. Would book here again."

Private Cozy Cottage in Charming Walloon Lake Village - Sleeps 13!

10/10 Excellent

"The charming cottage had a spacious kitchen and living area to enjoy time with family."

Near Boyne & Lake Michigan ~ Hot Tub ~ Pool ~ Game Room ~ Fire Pit

10/10 Excellent

"Great host and location close to Boyne, Petoskey and the surrounded lakes."

Cozy Cottage near Lake & Skiing, Hot Tub, fireplace & Fire-pit, Pets Allowed

10/10 Excellent

"Larissa was an amazing host. There was a minor issue with the hot tub, and she came right over and fixed up everything! Great fenced in yard for dogs. We were even allowed to park our boat in front of the house. Highly recommend!! The back sun room was our favorite!! Played cards almost every night in that room!"

Walloon Lake Cottage; Minutes Walk to Water & The Village

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this place and location. The place was clean and well provisioned for short stay travelers. 5 minute walk to restaurants, store and beach."

Walloon Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit - Walk to Water!

10/10 Excellent

"A very quiet and tranquil home on Lake Walloon! A great place to get away for a week. Lodging was very good"

Walloon Retreat ~ Close to Boyne & Petoskey

10/10 Excellent

"House was clean and well stocked - even plenty of toys for my kids to play with. Very happy overall, I could tell that the owners put a lot of thought into things."

Other attractions near Bear River

Old City Park

You can find out about the history of Boyne City with a stop at Old City Park.

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beach near Melrose Township Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Melrose Township Park during your trip to Walloon Lake? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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beach near Village Green Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Village Green Park during your trip to Walloon Lake? Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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beach near Jones Landing

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Jones Landing during your trip to Petoskey? Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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beach near Lake Foreman

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Lake Foreman during your trip to Boyne City? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Mackinaw Trail Winery

8.8/10 (108 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Mackinaw Trail Winery during your travels to Petoskey. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Boyne Heritage Center

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Boyne Heritage Center during your travels in Boyne City.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bear River?

Bear River is located in an area that travelers like for its lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 26 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Bear River?

Odawa Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a casino and free breakfast. You'll find it 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from Bear River.

How many hotels are there near Bear River?

Expedia has 26 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Bear River.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bear River, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Bear River.

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Our top choices for Bear River hotels

1. Boyne City Motel

2. Best Western of Harbor Springs

3. Crooked River Lodge

4. Hotel Perry

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Petoskey by IHG

6. Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant

7. Odawa Hotel

8. Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey at Victories Square

9. Bay View Inn

10. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Petoskey

11. Apple Tree Inn, SureStay Collection by Best Western

12. Quality Inn Petoskey

13. Bay Inn of Petoskey

14. City Express by Marriott Petoskey Harbor Springs

15. Colonial Inn in Harbor Springs

16. Horton Creek Inn B&B

17. OTIS Harbor Springs

18. Days Inn by Wyndham Petoskey

19. AmericInn by Wyndham Charlevoix

20. Baymont by Wyndham Petoskey

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Top Bear River Hotel Reviews

Walk to Walloon Village, Beach & 10 min to Petoskey or Boyne Mountain

Beautiful Walloon Lake Home - with Pontoon Boat option. Sept & Oct availability!

Hidden Gem in Walloon Village

Private Cozy Cottage in Charming Walloon Lake Village - Sleeps 13!

Near Boyne & Lake Michigan ~ Hot Tub ~ Pool ~ Game Room ~ Fire Pit

Cozy Cottage near Lake & Skiing, Hot Tub, fireplace & Fire-pit, Pets Allowed

Walloon Lake Cottage; Minutes Walk to Water & The Village

Walloon Lake Getaway w/ Fire Pit - Walk to Water!

Walloon Retreat ~ Close to Boyne & Petoskey

Other attractions near Bear River

Old City Park

beach near Melrose Township Park

beach near Village Green Park

beach near Jones Landing

beach near Lake Foreman

Mackinaw Trail Winery

Boyne Heritage Center

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