Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail - 5 min drive - 8.0 km
Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
Rapid River Ski Trail - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
Gladstone Golf Club - 12 min drive - 14.5 km
Getting around
Escanaba, MI (ESC-Delta County) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Jack's - 3 min drive
Rapid River Pub - 3 min drive
Rapid River Dairy Flo - 3 min drive
Swallow Inn - 3 min drive
The Pantry - 4 min drive
About this property
Hillcrest Motel
Motel near Hiawatha National Forest
Located close to Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail and Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail, Hillcrest Motel provides a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
A vegetable garden and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hillcrest Motel include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk, key retrieval
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is Hillcrest Motel pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hillcrest Motel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hillcrest Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Hillcrest Motel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hillcrest Motel located?
Situated in a rural location, this motel is steps from Hiawatha National Forest and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Peninsula Point Lighthouse Interpretive Trail. Haymeadow Creek Falls Trail and Bay de Noc to Grand Island Trail are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Hillcrest Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 151 reviews
10 - Excellent
110
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 151 reviews
8 - Good
29
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 151 reviews
6 - Okay
6
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 151 reviews
4 - Poor
5
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 151 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10
The beds were so comfortable!!
Kimberlee
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
This little roadside motel was truly a gem. So cute, comfortable and clean. Close to many attractions in the upper peninsula area. We are at a local place named Jack's that was delicious. Our only complaint is that we couldn't stay longer. Would definitely stay here again if we get back that way.
Nicole
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Check in was super easy and a nice, clean room!
Alicia
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
This was a beautiful and comfortable room. It was spacious and smelled lovely. I was surprised to find such a gem in this rather rural area.
Dovey
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Very easy check!
Tammy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Very nice hotel
Jodi
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Easy check in/check out; quiet.
Victoria
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
We drive through the UP every few months and always stay here. It’s always clean, quiet, and feels very safe for solo travelers. And we love that our dog is welcome!
Emily
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10
Beautiful place!
Pari
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
This is our 3rd stay and we will be back again!
Carol
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Very pleasant stay clean comfortable accessible washroom was great.
Karen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
6/10
We booked 2 rooms, one of the rooms was not cleaned. Never came in any physical contact with staff, kind of weird, but called the phone number listed on the door and we were taken care of right away and were offended a clean room. Would like to see live staff though.
Patty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10
Staff was very attentive. This is a charming motel. We were very comfortable during our 3 day stay
Christina
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10
Check in was very easy and friendly. Room was very clean and grounds were great for pet.
Connie
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10
We liked basically everything about the room until I woke up and went to take a shower and had no hot water. Did not appreciate having to stand in a cold shower to rinse off. Otherwise everything else was great!
Terry
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
This little 10 room motel was a treat. Very clean, comfortable bed, easy check in, etc. The bathroom was small but had been updated with a nice shower. A shelf over the toilet is suggested as there was no place to put toiletry bags, toothbrushes, etc. Night light in the bathroom and very good lamps on the nightstands was appreciated. Too many places have poor lighting. There was a nice table with pull out stools that we used to eat a sandwich. Only drawback is the road noise but like others have said turning the fan on helped block that out during the night. I’d stay there again!
Sandra
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Was a very cute and quiet motel.
Chauntele
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
Staff is always amazing and helpful. Love staying here!
Joshua
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10
So far our stay has been perfect.
chris
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10
A quaint little motel. Aside from some highway noise this is a nice place to stay!
Sean
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10
The nicest motel I’ve ever stayed in. It’s so cute, very clean and has everything you need. The staff was attentive, would definitely stay here again.
Elizabeth
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10
Nice clean, updated motel. We enjoyed our stay.
james
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10
Really nice place to stay, would not hesitate to stay again. Clean, comfortable and convenient all with excellent service.
Rick
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10
Just a cute locally owned motel. We will stay again if we're back in the area!!
Larry
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10
clean room friendly staff, room very clean and comfy