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 sign for the Perry Hotel with a flower bed and rocks in front.

1. Hotel Perry

Petoskey Downtown, 0.9 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Dermot

RM649

RM721 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

Charlene

RM372

RM412 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

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

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

A wedding ceremony outdoors with guests seated on chairs facing the couple.

3. Bay View Inn

Bay View, 3.2 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

David

RM608

RM675 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, cushioned seating, and 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.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, seating with high backs, and a stone accent wall.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey at Victories Square

2.3 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Elizabeth

RM463

RM542 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A white building with a grand entrance, columns, and a staircase leading to a porch.

A beach chair with a towel, a wicker basket, and a bottle on the sand near the water.

5. Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant

Bay View, 2.4 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Lixuan

RM411

RM457 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

6. Quality Inn Petoskey

2.6 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Kary

RM486

RM539 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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.

A building with a brick facade and multiple windows. There is a lawn area with chairs and tables.

7. Odawa Hotel

2.5 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Ken

RM400

RM445 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, landscaped garden, and a tree in the foreground.

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

RM432

RM479 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A home gym with various exercise equipment including treadmills, a stationary bike, and a rowing machine.

9. Apple Tree Inn, SureStay Collection by Best Western

0.9 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Richard

RM462

RM512 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a checkered floor, a welcome sign, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

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.

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Petoskey

0.8 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Gary

RM400

RM445 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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 building with a stone facade, a flagpole with an American flag, and a sign reading "Super 8 by Wyndham".

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

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Petoskey

2.3 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

anvesh

RM294

RM326 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

A breakfast corner with a counter, kitchen area, and seating for 8.

12. Baymont by Wyndham Petoskey

1.7 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Kishor

RM327

RM363 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

13. Home2 Suites By Hilton Petoskey

2.4 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

RM532

RM591 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

14. Crooked River Lodge

16.5 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Lisa

RM527

RM585 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, a television, and a desk with a chair.

A reception area with a white counter, pendant lighting, a stone wall, and a framed certificate on the wall.

A playground with a slide and swings, a bench, and a house in the background.

A hotel with a covered parking area, a main entrance with a door, and a visible gas station sign.

15. Best Western of Harbor Springs

7.7 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Magdalena

RM418

RM464 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden beams, pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors.

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

16. OTIS Harbor Springs

10.9 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Martha

RM487

RM541 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A patio with a table and chairs, an umbrella, and a lawn.

17. Boyne City Motel

17.7 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Christine

RM311

RM345 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious living area with a large window, a kitchen, and a dining area.

An aerial view of a golf course with sand bunkers, a water body, and a forested area.

An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a beachfront.

A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, a covered patio, and a view of the surrounding forest.

18. Village Suites Bay Harbor

Bay Harbor, 4.6 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Jill

RM824

RM1,052 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A building entrance with a covered walkway, a glass door, and potted plants.

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

Ludynelle

RM361

RM401 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

A breakfast area with a chalkboard sign, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine.

20. AmericInn by Wyndham Charlevoix

20.3 km from Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Mark

RM312

RM347 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Perry	9.6 Exceptional 582 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Petoskey by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Bay View Inn	9.4 Exceptional 749 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey at Victories Square	9.2 Wonderful 389 reviews	View
Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Bear River Valley Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Petoskey

10/10 Excellent

"all above listed"

Quality Inn Petoskey

8/10 Good

"Good stay for the money! Breakfast was typical, eggs, sausage, cold cereal, etc. The breakfast area was very clean and well maintained during the breakfast rush."

Days Inn by Wyndham Petoskey

8/10 Good

"The building is very old and needs updating. I had an issue with shower leaking water. There is a very old elevator, more like an old fashioned dumb waiter"

Hotel Perry

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was beautifully maintained. The historical aspect was so interesting. The room was comfortable. Parking was great and the hotel was located right downtown and easily accessibnle to shopping, restaurants and walks. We ate at the pub the first night and the food and service was very good."

Bay Inn of Petoskey

8/10 Good

"The ice machine doesn’t work!! There is no staff on the grounds. They need to get rid of the door locks hanging on the door handles. My husband who is handicapped had to climb the stairs which was wet from the rain."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Petoskey by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the pool. The room was clean and comfortable. Skipped breakfast, slept in. The staff locked my bike in a conference room overnight during our stay which I appreciated! We were on our way home after visiting Mackinac Island."

Super 8 by Wyndham Petoskey

8/10 Good

"There really is no place to eat breakfast. We took it back to the room which is suggested. The breakfast was adaquate but not wonderful. Bed and pillows were very comfy!"

City Express by Marriott Petoskey Harbor Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Easy access and close to Petoskey if in the area for business or pleasure. For EV owners, there are two Tesla level 2 chargers present and both come equipped with J1772 adapters."

Bay View Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Hayden was very informative and helpful."

Other attractions near Bear River Valley Recreation Area

Little Traverse History Museum

8.4/10 (51 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Little Traverse History Museum 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, take a look at the 35 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller 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 Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Petoskey.

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

Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodation options 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, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to 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. Crooked Tree Golf Club, Petoskey State Park or Mackinaw Trail Winery 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. Bay View Inn

4. Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey at Victories Square

5. Terrace Inn and 1911 Restaurant

6. Quality Inn Petoskey

7. Odawa Hotel

8. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Petoskey

9. Apple Tree Inn, SureStay Collection by Best Western

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Petoskey

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Petoskey

12. Baymont by Wyndham Petoskey

13. Home2 Suites By Hilton Petoskey

14. Crooked River Lodge

15. Best Western of Harbor Springs

16. OTIS Harbor Springs

17. Boyne City Motel

18. Village Suites Bay Harbor

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

Baymont by Wyndham Petoskey

Quality Inn Petoskey

Days Inn by Wyndham Petoskey

Hotel Perry

Bay Inn of Petoskey

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Petoskey by IHG

Super 8 by Wyndham Petoskey

City Express by Marriott Petoskey Harbor Springs

Bay View Inn

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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