Title: Waters Edge Motel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Waters Edge Motel Beachfront motel for sun and fun ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12010000/12003300/12003269/38ebd30f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12010000/12003300/12003269/21a877b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12010000/12003300/12003269/3d0d24c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12010000/12003300/12003269/9f6091e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12010000/12003300/12003269/eed6a098.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Waters Edge Motel sits near the shores of Lake Huron, giving guests a comfortable base for both relaxation and adventure. Visitors appreciate the practical amenities like in-room WiFi that keeps them connected and the convenient parking that makes coming and going stress-free. 5.4 ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - Parking included - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 23 - Sept 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-23&endDate=2025-09-24&selected=12003269&PinnedHotelID=12003269&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-23&endDate=2025-09-24&selected=12003269&PinnedHotelID=12003269&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 24 - Sept 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-24&endDate=2025-09-25&selected=12003269&PinnedHotelID=12003269&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-24&endDate=2025-09-25&selected=12003269&PinnedHotelID=12003269&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=12003269&PinnedHotelID=12003269&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=12003269&PinnedHotelID=12003269&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct 3 - Oct 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=12003269&PinnedHotelID=12003269&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=12003269&PinnedHotelID=12003269&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12010000/12003300/12003269/eed6a098.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette ### Highlights Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Microwave - 550 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12010000/12003300/12003269/bf5561ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Double Beds ### Highlights Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Fridge Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Microwave Coffee/tea maker - 550 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 5 - 2 Double Beds ![Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12010000/12003300/12003269/9f6091e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen ### Highlights Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Kitchen Fridge Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 800 sq ft - 1 bedroom - City view - Sleeps 6 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Cottage, 4 Bedrooms | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12010000/12003300/12003269/f31e6ea7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cottage, 4 Bedrooms ### Highlights Separate dining area Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Kitchen Fridge Dishwasher Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan - 1800 sq ft - 4 bedrooms - Beach view - Sleeps 9 - 4 Queen Beds ![Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Free rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12010000/12003300/12003269/24dd9d8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette ### Highlights Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Kitchenette Fridge Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Microwave - 549 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAlpena-Hotels-Waters-Edge-Motel.h12003269.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAlpena-Hotels-Waters-Edge-Motel.h12003269.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.05022%2C-83.44461&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qit2kYg8G8ysGMXIsMHmjRZG7Nw=) 1000 State Street, Alpena, MI, 49707 #### What's nearby - Lee's Miniature Golf - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Starlite Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles - Thunder Bay River Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles - Northern Lights Arena - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles #### Getting around - Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk - ‪Pompeyo’s Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk - ‪JJ's Steak & Pizza House - ‬2 min drive - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬16 min walk ## About this property ### Waters Edge Motel Motel near Lake Huron Waters Edge Motel provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking Room features All guest rooms at Waters Edge Motel boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Fridges, microwaves and free extra beds ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Family friendly - Free rollaway/extra bed - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - On the beach - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Free rollaway/extra bed ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Free rollaway/extra beds! Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Waters Edge Motel Alpena Waters Edge Alpena Waters Edge Motel Motel Waters Edge Motel Alpena Waters Edge Motel Motel Alpena ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waters Edge Motel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Waters Edge Motel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Waters Edge Motel? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM. ### What time is check-out at Waters Edge Motel? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Waters Edge Motel located? > Nestled on the beach, this Alpena motel is within a 5-minute walk of Lee's Miniature Golf and Lake Huron. Starlite Beach and Thomson Park are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Waters Edge Motel Reviews 5.4 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.2 Cleanliness ### 5.6 Location ### 6.0 Staff & service ### 5.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 4 ### 4/10 Poor #### Bea, ann arbor MI 13 Aug 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Alpena beach motel Great location near a good beach. Decent appliances, good tv and ceiling fan. BUT, needs serious upgrades! Very tired carpet, linoleum, cabinets. Kitchenette cabinets stuck shut. Overall, a gloomy room. ##### Bea ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 9 Aug 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### NEVER AGAIN My husband and I had the WORST experience, and we will never go back. After confirming our reservation the DAY BEFORE (we were assured if we made it there by 7 our room would be ready), the "manager" gave our room away to another couple. We didn't find out until we had drive 5.5 hours to get there. Oh, and there was NOTHING available at any other hotel around until we drove to Mackinaw City. So, being tired, hungry, and angry, we had to drive another 1.5 hours to find a place to stay. The "Manager" did offer to have us stay with him (no thank you) or stay with another person in the house nearby (H#@$ no thank you) or loan us a tent to camp (f%&# you). Worst experience ever, and I felt like we were in a bad National Lampoons Vacation movie. RUN AWAY ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### KC, Fenton, MI 8 Aug 2016 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness #### Affordable with beautiful view The hotel staff was very welcoming and friendly. I would have liked the room to be a little bit cleaner but you get what you pay for. Bed was very comfortable! ##### KC ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 1 Aug 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort They overbooked and bumped us after 1 night, no tv, no phone, no frig, no wi-fi ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### margaret, MI 23 Jul 2016 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### close to the beach It was a small clean room, no extras like chairs for the table or a coffee pot. Used the microwave and fridge. bathroom was nice, towels furnished, more when requested. beds were comfortable and room was clean. Beach was nice, fire pit and was beach was raked after a storm and nice for the kids to play on and in the water. No breakfast offered, just suggestions for places to go. Personally would not stay there again. ##### margaret ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy, St Johns, MI 22 Jul 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Relaxing atmosphere, just steps from the beach. Booked the 'Little House' for a few days away with my two teenagers. Was a separate building, with king sized bed and pull out sofa, full kitchen and table to sit and eat, and bathtub with relaxing jets. Plenty of room for the three of us, would be great for a family if planning on staying for more than a night or two. Had a private beach entrance, with a fire pit available to the motel guests, that was at the end of the city public beach. Several other parks nearby, as well as playgrounds, accessible by sidewalk that winds along the shoreline. Was a beautiful area, friendly people everywhere we went, great food recommended by the motel staff at local restaurants. The town itself has wonderful history, with signs and historical markers along a designated path that winds thru town. Was very relaxing for all of us, definitely somewhere we will go back to. ##### Christy ### 6/10 Okay #### Dave, Northville, MI 20 Jul 2016 #### Close to beach The motel is in town right on the beach near a park. Rooms still need an update. Owner is friendly. ##### Dave ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 18 Jul 2016 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Nice location on lake, no frills Overnight stay in summer business trip ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Sandra, Troy, MI 6 Jul 2016 Liked: Room comfort Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Water's Edge Motel Nothing fancy. The room had a small bathroom, full kitchen (although sparse with cooking supplies, etc. and was right on a beautiful beach. Bring beach chairs as there was only one that was not broken. Close to town but not really walking distance. Alpena has some good-great restaurants and very nice parks. ##### Sandra ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 4 Jul 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### What Stay!!!! Waited 2 hours in the parking lot for someone to show up and check us in, manager of motel left a not on locked office door to call his cell phone, when we called it went to voice mail. Same happened to another couple that waited with us, employee's of store next door tried to help by calling owner, he told them he would contact manager, owner or manager never showed. Lucky for us with the help of a friend we were able to get a room else where on the 4th of July weekend. The other couple got help from hotels.com, two other men showed up talked to us and left! ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 18 Mar 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### room preparation for guests Room and bed were clean, no glasses in bath room, no wash cloths in bath room, shower didn't work. Room worked for one night which was all we could get in town because all sold out ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Lloyd 18 Feb 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### American owened and operated! 3 day business trip to buy a house. Hotel was superb and house hunting went well. ##### Lloyd ### 8/10 Good #### Robert, Bay City 1 Feb 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Very reasonable on price! With a nice beach front view. In the middle of the city. I would recommend to anyone. ##### Robert ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 31 Jan 2016 #### Just OK. This is a mom and pops motel. Nothing fancy for sure. Price was ok. The sheets on the bed was old and cheep. Little beaded material, felt like I was sleeping in sand. ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 11 Jan 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 2/10 Terrible #### Rhonda, Detroit 26 Sept 2015 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### THE WORST PLACE EVER DISGUSTING! NEVER STAY HERE! Had hair on the bed sheets, pillows, and towels....this was the WORST place I have EVER stayed at! DO NOT STAY HERE!!! I WANT A REFUND! ##### Rhonda ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 24 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Good spot on the Beach This was a last minute find when I had no place to stay. It had everything I wanted though. King size bed, cozy knotty pine look, wifi (we brought the Roku up to watch Netflix) and maybe 20 paces to the water. Bed wasn't the most comfortable but that's not a big deal to me. Could use a few fixes (i.e. the towel rack almost came off the wall) but I would stay again! ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### ann arbor, mi 11 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Nice hotel by the water Manager - Charlie- was particularly accommodating - I really appreciated that. Older, but clean and comfortable - a bit noisy next to mini golf and Dairy Queen, but nice view of the water and nice little beach for swimming -very pleasant in morning - quiet watching the sun rise. ##### ann arbor ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Maui Coast Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Maui-Coast-Hotel.h28645.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Price by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Price-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Price.h9253345.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Myrtle Beach - N Kings Hwy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Myrtle-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Myrtle-Beach-N-Kings-Hwy.h6849.Hotel-Information) > > [Baymont by Wyndham Mishawaka South Bend Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Bend-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Mishawaka-South-Bend-Area.h1976.Hotel-Information) > > [Solterra Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Solterra-Resort.h18526478.Hotel-Information) > > [Pismo Lighthouse Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Luis-Obispo-Hotels-Pismo-Lighthouse-Suites.h10966.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Aspen Select](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Hotels-Aspen-Select.h12245240.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h894002.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Titusville / Kennedy Space Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Titusville-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Titusville-Space-Center.h44354265.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Key Largo by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-Largo-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Key-Largo.h7230.Hotel-Information) > > [Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Montauk-Hotels-Gurneys-Montauk-Resort-Seawater-Spa.h7033726.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Marguerite Anaheim/Garden Grove, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Garden-Grove-Anaheim-South.h917954.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Defiance-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites.h200743.Hotel-Information) > > [Anvil Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jackson-Hole-Hotels-Anvil-Hotel.h894210.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite View Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/El-Portal-Hotels-Yosemite-View-Lodge.h576660.Hotel-Information) > > [Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Geneva-Hotels-Timber-Ridge-Lodge-And-Waterpark.h1043867.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakhurst-Hotels-Yosemite-Southgate-Hotel-Suites.h3650.Hotel-Information) > > [Wuksachi Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sequoia-National-Park-Hotels-Wuksachi-Lodge.h893730.Hotel-Information) > > [Cartoon Network Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lancaster-Hotels-Cartoon-Network-Hotel.h50407269.Hotel-Information) > > [Bayshore Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Traverse-City-Hotels-Bayshore-Resort.h34264.Hotel-Information) > > [Goulding's Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monument-Valley-Hotels-Gouldings-Lodge.h11899033.Hotel-Information) > > [Bar N Ranch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Yellowstone-Hotels-Bar-N-Ranch.h11548135.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge by Wyndham Winchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Winchester.h9600.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Santa Clara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Santa-Clara.h4313.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Crest Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-Falmouth-Hotels-Sea-Crest-Beach-Hotel.h25567.Hotel-Information) > > [The View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kayenta-Hotels-The-View-Hotel.h59418009.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Balmoral Resort Florida](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haines-City-Hotels-Balmoral-Resort-Florida.h19447044.Hotel-Information)