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Our top choices for Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary hotels

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Big Bear Lodge

Big Bear Lodge

Big Bear Lodge
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (660)
"Very courteous. Pleasant check in experience. "
United States
Peter
The price is P5,052
P5,608 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Big Bear Lodge
Indoor pool
Ramada by Wyndham Alpena

Ramada by Wyndham Alpena

Ramada by Wyndham Alpena
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"A very nice stay."
United States
Ron
The price is P4,444
P4,933 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Alpena
Indoor pool
Hampton Inn & Suites Alpena

Hampton Inn & Suites Alpena

Hampton Inn & Suites Alpena
2.5 star property
4.4 km from Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (72)
"Good breakfast and comfortable beds plus a quiet room equal a good stay"
United States
Nathan
The price is P5,733
P6,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Alpena
Private kitchen
The Parker House

The Parker House

The Parker House
3.0 star property
16.3 km from Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (10)
"Pleasant stay"
United States
Nancy
The price is P4,864
P5,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
The Parker House
Bathroom
Days Inn by Wyndham Alpena

Days Inn by Wyndham Alpena

Days Inn by Wyndham Alpena
2.0 star property
3.9 km from Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Nice, thank you!"
United States
Ryan
The price is P4,195
P4,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Alpena
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Top Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Alpena

Hampton Inn & Suites Alpena

10/10 Excellent
"Good breakfast and comfortable beds plus a quiet room equal a good stay"
Nathan 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Alpena

Hotels near other Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary attractions

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center

4.3/5 (38 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Alpena. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its monuments.
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Alpena Civic Theater

3.0/5 (2 reviews)
Get tickets for a show at Alpena Civic Theater, a storied theater in Alpena. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its monuments.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary?
Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary is located in Alpena. Travelers like this family-friendly area for its beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 17 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary?
Adjacent to Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good options within a few miles include Ramada by Wyndham Alpena and Days Inn by Wyndham Alpena.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary?
Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
What can I see and do near Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center and Besser Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Thunder Bay Theater and Alpena Civic Theater. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Bay View Park, Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park, and McRae Park.