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American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake

2.5 star property

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Indoor pool
Interior
Exterior
Children’s area
Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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200 Cloverleaf Ln, Houghton Lake, MI, 48629
  • Place, Houghton Lake
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Brian's Lakeside Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(81 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Houghton Lake

At American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Houghton Lake and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub as well as access to a playground. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Houghton Lake hotel include Lake Township Hall and Brian's Lakeside Marina.

What's nearby

  • Houghton Lake - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Brian's Lakeside Marina - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Quest Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Arby's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪MJ's Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Boots Country Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive

About this property

American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake

American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. Free breakfast is available daily. American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake also features a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Houghton Lake hotel is smoke free.

  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake offers 68 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Houghton Lake hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake?

American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake?

Yep, American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake has a free self car park.

Does American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake have a pool?

American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake has an indoor pool.

Does American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet breakfast is offered daily between 6 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake?

No, American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

American Inn and Suites Houghton Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 497 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was super helpful and the room was nice. It’s not a high quality resort if that’s what you’re looking for but our stay was super comfortable and we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very nice and the staff was friendly and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff who checked me in was verry nice and accommodating. however, the Hot tub was a warm tub, I assume it was due to the kids popping in and out of the pool and tub. however over all I'd come again. PS I don't remember her name but KEEP HER!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Carole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room and staff were fine. The amenities didn't live up to what was offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

renee

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhonda

The room was in good condition Front desk attendant was very nice and helpful. You could improve on you breakfast the bagels were VERY stale and hard. You were enable to eat them . A better variety of pop in yout soda machine. Better variety of snacks in your snack Machine
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything and everybody was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth check in. Courteous staff. Very clean room and bathroom. Comfortable bed. Only here for one night but would definitely chose here for a longer stay in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolla

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

scott

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
me and a buddy came here for deer camp stayed 4 days it was great lady at front desk very nice and helpful , i will be back next year for hunting camp ,nice if they had a week stay for the hunters at a discount price, i would of stayed a week , off week and monday thur thursday is the same price as the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the dog at reception.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, good rate, friendly staff. Breakfast so so 😕
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very accommodating at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast and vending machines need improved.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

marlena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes the rooms were nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

My only issue was that someone was smoking weed inthe room next door Not ok!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Tiffany

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had to leave with a family emergency. They would not refund or at least cut us a break.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room smelled like cigarette smoke. Did notify the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anjanette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Santosh, NORTHVILLE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025