Top 10 Hotels Near Bear River Valley Recreation Area in Petoskey for 2026

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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 pebbly beach with clear water and distant land.

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.

1. Hotel Perry

Petoskey Downtown, 0.9 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Dermot

P12,481

P13,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

A modern apartment with a living room, kitchen, and a staircase.

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

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

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Petoskey by IHG

2 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Michele

P9,336

P10,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

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

A white porch with a sign indicating a restaurant serving dinner from 4 PM to 5 PM, a black lantern hanging, and a view of a car in the background.

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

3. Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant

Bay View, 2.4 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Judy

P7,225

P8,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

A traditional living room with a fireplace, patterned rug, and classic furniture.

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

4. Bay View Inn

Bay View, 3.2 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Donald

P13,721

P15,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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

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

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

5. Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey at Victories Square

2.3 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Jennifer

P11,524

P13,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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

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

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.

6. Odawa Hotel

2.5 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Torrey

P7,472

P8,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A marina with boats docked, a sunset in the background, and a rocky shoreline.

7. Quality Inn Petoskey

2.6 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Charlotte

P8,083

P8,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, potted plants, and a blue wall.

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

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

8. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Petoskey

0.9 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Jerome

P9,710

P10,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a desk with a television, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Apple Tree Inn, SureStay Collection by Best Western

0.9 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Lenora

P8,709

P9,667 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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.

10. Bay Inn of Petoskey

2.3 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Renee

P3,885

P6,746 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

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.

A covered porch with white railings, blue chairs, and a view of a road with flags.

11. Days Inn by Wyndham Petoskey

0.8 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Deborah

P8,083

P8,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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 bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a towel rack, and a trash bin.

12. Baymont by Wyndham Petoskey

1.7 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Erica

P6,786

P7,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An indoor swimming pool with stone walls, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a potted plant.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, and informational brochures.

A hotel room with two beds, a large framed picture of a lighthouse, and a lamp on each side of the bed.

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Petoskey

2.3 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Melissa

P6,203

P6,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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.

14. Best Western of Harbor Springs

7.7 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Joseph

P9,080

P10,079 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, wooden staircase, and a central chandelier.

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

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

15. Crooked River Lodge

16.5 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Neil

P8,396

P9,319 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

A living room with a television on a wooden stand, a wooden coffee table, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a mural of a coastal scene with a lighthouse, boats, and trees.

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

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

16. Boyne City Motel

17.7 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Bret

P5,129

P5,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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

17. OTIS Harbor Springs

10.9 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Alex

P13,956

P15,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

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.

18. Colonial Inn in Harbor Springs

6.5 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Hanadi

P10,954

P12,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

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

19. City Express by Marriott Petoskey Harbor Springs

4.5 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Hani

P8,684

P9,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A two-story American Inn with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it offers lodge and suites.

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

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

20. AmericInn by Wyndham Charlevoix

20.3 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Michael

P6,870

P7,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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Compare popular hotels close to Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Perry	9.6 Exceptional 537 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Petoskey by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Bay View Inn	9.4 Exceptional 734 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey at Victories Square	9.2 Wonderful 381 reviews	View

Top Bear River Valley Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hotel Perry

8/10 Good

"Nicely run hotel in the middle of everything. The room was clean with a nice bathroom and comfy bed, but as expected with older hotels, the walls are paper thin and we could hear our neighbors conversations clearly."

Odawa Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk was very accommodating. I had a wedding to be at early, and they allowed the very early check in. No problems whatsoever experienced."

Bay View Inn

8/10 Good

"Very comfortable beds. Charming interior. Wonderful helpful staff."

Baymont by Wyndham Petoskey

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the sheets are so soft! Complimentary breakfast was delicious. Try the biscuits and gravy!"

City Express by Marriott Petoskey Harbor Springs

8/10 Good

"The room and property were very clean. It’s brand new. Breakfast was good. The noise level from the neighbors and door slamming was very loud. I could hear the neighbors talking in a mutter tone."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Petoskey by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Love staying here, clean rooms every day. Good and nice staff. Nice breakfast, location is great.I will stay there again, if in the area. 👍👍"

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Petoskey

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean. Staff was very helpful and kind"

Apple Tree Inn, SureStay Collection by Best Western

8/10 Good

"Very clean property and convenient to Petoskey attractions."

Quality Inn Petoskey

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome staff and clean rooms!"

Other attractions near Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Little Traverse History Museum

8.4/10 (51 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Little Traverse History Museum during your travels in Petoskey. Amble around this romantic area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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beach near Bay Harbor

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Bay Harbor during your trip to Petoskey? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Crooked Tree Golf Club

8.0/10 (41 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Petoskey at Crooked Tree Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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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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beach near Bay Harbor Marina

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Bay Harbor Marina during your trip to Petoskey? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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beach near Petoskey State Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Petoskey State Park during your trip to Petoskey? Visit the area's shops or amble around its lakeside.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bear River Valley Recreation Area?

Bear River Valley Recreation Area is located in a family-friendly area of Petoskey known for its beautiful lakeside setting and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 38 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

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

Hotel Perry is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Bear River Valley Recreation Area. Other good choices close by include Apple Tree Inn, SureStay Collection by Best Western and Days Inn by Wyndham Petoskey.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Bear River Valley Recreation Area?

Expedia has 38 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Bear River Valley Recreation Area.

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

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Bear River Valley Recreation Area.

What can I see and do near Bear River Valley Recreation Area?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Little Traverse History Museum and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum. Explore nature at Harbor Springs Beach and Round Lake. Mackinaw Trail Winery, Petoskey State Park, or Crooked Tree Golf Club are some local sights worth checking out.

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Our top choices for Bear River Valley Recreation Area hotels

1. Hotel Perry

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Petoskey by IHG

3. Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant

4. Bay View Inn

5. Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey at Victories Square

6. Odawa Hotel

7. Quality Inn Petoskey

8. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Petoskey

9. Apple Tree Inn, SureStay Collection by Best Western

10. Bay Inn of Petoskey

11. Days Inn by Wyndham Petoskey

12. Baymont by Wyndham Petoskey

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Petoskey

14. Best Western of Harbor Springs

15. Crooked River Lodge

16. Boyne City Motel

17. OTIS Harbor Springs

18. Colonial Inn in Harbor Springs

19. City Express by Marriott Petoskey Harbor Springs

20. AmericInn by Wyndham Charlevoix

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Top Bear River Valley Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hotel Perry

Odawa Hotel

Bay View Inn

Baymont by Wyndham Petoskey

City Express by Marriott Petoskey Harbor Springs

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Petoskey by IHG

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Petoskey

Apple Tree Inn, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Quality Inn Petoskey

Other attractions near Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Little Traverse History Museum

beach near Bay Harbor

Crooked Tree Golf Club

Mackinaw Trail Winery

beach near Bay Harbor Marina

beach near Petoskey State Park

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