Econo Lodge Manistee

Hotels
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Choice Hotels International
7.9 (131 reviews)
200 Arthur Street, Manistee, Michigan, 49660 , Manistee , US

Facilities

Television in common areas
Free breakfast
Internet access in public areas - high speed
Wheelchair accessible parking
Braille or raised signage
RV, bus, truck parking
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Free buffet breakfast
Water dispenser
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, courteous staff
Comfortable beds and excellent pillows
Convenient/great location
Many rooms reported as clean
Hot tub/pool available
Standard continental breakfast provided
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness (musty smells, occasional roaches reported)
Pool/hot tub cleanliness and maintenance issues
Maintenance problems (leaking fridge, broken TV, paint peeling, non-working hair dryer)
Limited breakfast options
Some parts of property (new/connected building) need upgrades
Occasional perception of being overpriced

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Mixed reports: many guests reported clean rooms and comfortable beds, but there are repeated complaints about musty smells, hallway odors, slipperiness/soil in pool/hot tub bottoms, and an isolated but serious report of roaches and leaking fridge—overall slightly below average cleanliness.
Service
9
Staff repeatedly described as very friendly, courteous and professional with friendly check-ins; isolated negative (refusal to refund) noted but overall service is a strong point.
Location
9.5
Multiple mentions of a great, convenient location (including being ideal after the Lake Michigan crossing) — location is consistently praised.
Room Quality
7.5
Beds and pillows are frequently praised (very comfortable), but there are maintenance issues (TV broken, paint peeling, some musty rooms, mixed condition between old/new building and suite hot tub lacking jets).
Amenities
6.5
Amenities are inconsistent: hot tub and pool are valued but often cited as in need of cleaning/refinishing and the hot tub in a suite had no jets; limited ice machines, leaking fridge and a non-working hair dryer reduce the score.
Value for Money
7.5
Mixed perceptions: several guests felt it was good value and convenient for the price, while at least one guest explicitly called it overpriced—overall slightly below target.
Food and Beverage
7.8
Breakfast described as a standard continental offering that met expectations for many, though some guests found the options limited; no major positives or negatives beyond that.
Overall Experience
8.4
Generally positive stays for many guests due to friendly staff, comfortable beds, and convenient location, but occasional significant maintenance/cleanliness issues (cockroaches, musty rooms, equipment failures) lowered some guests' experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:36

Property Description

Experience comfort and convenience at Econo Lodge Manistee, where cherished memories await your arrival!

Recreational Amenities
Dive into relaxation with our indoor pool and unwind in the hot tub, perfect for recuperating after a day of exploring.

Complimentary Breakfast
Start your day right with our delightful complimentary buffet breakfast, served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM, ensuring you’re energized for your adventures.

Well-Equipped Rooms
Enjoy a restful stay in one of our 70 air-conditioned rooms, complete with refrigerators, microwaves, and complimentary Wi-Fi to keep you connected throughout your visit.

Book your escape to Econo Lodge Manistee today and discover the perfect blend of comfort and adventure!

Important information:

Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a hot tub. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a vending machine.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 131 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 9
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 6.5
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 7.8
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Chris
6
Pros:

Very friendly and nice staff . But lacking in certain areas that need up grading. We have stayed before in the old part but they have since opened or connected to a different building and that's definitely needing some improvement.

2025-10-06 • via Nuitee
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Hussain
6
Pros:

The room was clean but needs to get dusted from time to time

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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linda
10
Pros:

nice view nice people

2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
L
LeAnn • family
8
Pros:

Comfortable-staff was super friendly.

2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
L
linda
10
Pros:

beautiful

2025-10-04 • via Nuitee
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Bruce
10
Great place to stay
Pros:

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

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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amy
8
Pros:

It was what to expect for the price. Good bue

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Mistie
8
Nothing fancy but clean.
Pros:

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.

2025-09-27 • via Nuitee
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NICOLE • partner
6
Pros:

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

2025-09-21 • via Nuitee
P
Pamela
10
Pros:

Very comfy bed and excellent pillows! Quiet too.

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
H
Hussain
4
Pros:

The hotel is too over priced. The fridge was leaking and the hair dryer did not work.

2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
A
Anthony
8
Perfect for After the Lake Michigan Crossing
Pros:

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.

2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
B
Brian
10
Pros:

Everything was very nice. Clean and did have a hot breakfast.

2025-09-11 • via Nuitee
J
James J
10
Pros:

Upgraded facilities over the years

2025-09-10 • via Nuitee
M
michelle maxine • friends
8
Pros:

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

2025-09-09 • via Nuitee
M
morgan • partner
4
Pros:

The friendliness of the staff and the comfort of the bed were the only reason this stay wasn’t an absolutely horrible experience.

2025-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Ellen • family
2
Pros:

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.

2025-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Travis • partner
4
Pros:

Room was musty, tv broke, paint falling off the walls,

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
B
Bernadette • family
6
Pros:

Very nice location-but ltl musty smell&pool&hot tub no bueno!

2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
B
Benjamin • family_with_children
2
Pros:

I was greeted by a kind staff member and checked in, after finding our room we found spiderwebs with some fat spiders attached right in the door frame to get into our room, as we got in a strong moldy/musty smell hit us and we found the room to be in very poor condition. My wife and I did not feel comfortable/safe staying, let alone having our child in this environment. I went to talk to the gentleman that checked me in and he attempted to show me another room to try and help us because of how late it was and when seeing the room, it was in a little better condition but still had that musty smell to it. I ended up thanking him for his time but our mind had been made the second we entered the first room. For one it’s not worth the price they listed, even during a holiday weekend. We did not end up staying. I would not recommend this Lodge to anyone bringing their family up, the pictures are fabricated to make it look a lot more appealing than what it actually was.

2025-08-30 • via Nuitee