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The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake

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A modern bedroom with a grey sofa, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted artwork that reads "Life is better at the lake".
A hallway with blue siding, white trim, and a red floor.
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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small table with a coffee maker, a side table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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5131 W Houghton Lake Dr, Houghton Lake, MI, 48629
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pineview Highlands Golf Course
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Houghton Lake Public Library
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a grey sofa, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a grey sofa, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a grey sofa, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a grey sofa, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a grey sofa, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

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Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Basic Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

A room with bunk beds, a wooden desk, and a ladder.

Basic Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Houghton Lake

The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake places you steps from Houghton Lake and within a 10-minute stroll of Pineview Highlands Golf Course. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Houghton Lake motel, you'll be 1.2 km (0.8 mi) from Houghton Lake Public Library and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Heights Marina.
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What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Houghton Lake Public Library - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • South Higgins Lake State Park - 23 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Au Sable River - 28 min drive - 56.1 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The backdoor saloon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake

As a guest of The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Houghton Lake motel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Houghton Lake motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

The Blue Anchor At Houghton
The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake Motel
The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake Houghton Lake
The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake Motel Houghton Lake

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake?

The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake on 2 Nov 2026 start from AU$171, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake?

Yep, The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake?

No, The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake?

There isn't one on site, but Pineview Highlands Golf Course is a short 7-minute walk away.

The Blue Anchor at Houghton Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a small motel , it was very clean and bed was great ...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay, Both visits were good experiences for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, easy to access with door code, quiet room, property owner was easy to contact and quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice room Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Decent room. Cold A/C
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this place for 2 nights and only stayed 1 night. The room was really small, the bathroom was TINY and I wouldn’t take a shower without flip flops!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was very convenient and thr location was right across from the water and nearby many restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and everything worked properly. It was easy to control the AC. Access was easy with a code-was surprised by not seeing someone there in person, but it is more like the experience one would have with an Airbnb rental.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicley remodeled and confortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cute, easy instructions, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is no office so if you need anything while you are staying here, your out of luck. The bathroom is so small you can hardly turn around in it. There are several trip/fall hazards as you are entering the outside building and or room. I do not recommend this to anybody. The best I can say is that the room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice and modernized hotel. When we stayed check in was easy and the room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and up to date. Great spot for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property, we stay here everytime we come into town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great one night stay, very impressed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very thoughtful to add foam topper to a pillow top Mattress!! Make sleeping away from home much easier ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet place to stay. We enjoyed it and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property, peaceful and quiet. Right across the street from Houghton Lake. Would stay again if visiting the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was clean and cozy. Just wish they got better shower heads for their shower though.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I absolutely loved it! Like a little home away from home very comfortable the bed was like sleeping on a cloud! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice little get away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay in Houghton lake

Very clean no hassle with check in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very cute and Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and cozy room . No front desk so no one to deal with you get a code to your room and thats it super easy. Would definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026