This place was worth it! We came on a whim with less than a day of planning over a holiday weekend…read more It was a little pricey, yet still way cheaper than other places nearby. The two guys who seem to run this place appear to really care about their operation and customers. All of our interactions with the front desk people were great. The two guys up front were super nice and always pleasant to deal with. They even hooked it up with a free toothbrush because I forgot mine. Couldn't ask for better customer service here. The place looked like it has been renovated and really upgraded. You may not think it from looking at this place on a map, but this place has some nice amenities: several BBQs available for use, pool open late (with a great ambiance), and free continental breakfast. Also, the rooms are cozy and very well kept. They even doubled down on some stylish furniture and interior design. Bravo fellas. Finally, last but not least, the shower. The shower was a perfectly executed work of craftsmanship. It was honestly the first stone/tile shower design I had used that felt like whoever built it knew what they were doing. The pressure and level of water flow was almost therapeutic. I didn't want to exit the shower. Overall these folks are running a tight ship. Keep up the good work! We hope to come back soon!

The older man working here is extremely rude. We were quietly hanging at the pool, when the old man…read morecame up yelling at us saying we were not allowed to be in the pool area even though we had several rooms rented and were clearly paying to stay here. He yelled at us told us we need to leave and never come back. We were clearly confused just quietly lounging by the pool when he came up and publicly screamed at us. It was awful service and he said he would refuse our service in the future. Absolutely ridiculous. Rachel clearly said we could be there, and he made our grandma Sue who rented the rooms so upset she left the pool. Extremely ridiculous and horrible customer service. Will never come back and will be sure to let all my friends and family know to never book here. There is no rule saying we cannot be at the pool. Especially if we are PAYING FOR ROOMS!!!! Horrible man. They also tried to say it's publicly listed no guests allowed at the pool which it's clearly not. I have included every sign posted at the pool. Incredibly unprofessional and rude. We actually have multiple rooms booked despite the owner trying to lie in their responses on here :) The backtracking is insane and unprofessional. Just own up to the fact that you guys were extremely rude and if you don't want guests in the pool area, it should be publicly noted. WHICH ITS NOT!!!! Pics included of every sign at pool!! :)

I came to Saugatauck on a last minute business trip but I wanted a unique and quiet place to stay,…read moreand I found it at the Retro Motel. Take a step back in time and visit this amazing motel. Rob was amazing. He reached out to me to confirm my arrival time and checked in on me from time to time via text. The motel is quaint and peaceful. Located only a few minutes from downtown Douglas and Sagatauck, a perfect and relaxing, clean, pleasant place to stay. A few things to keep in mind, it is on eastern time zone, that's important if you're driving from the central time zone! Rob was gracious when I was running late to check in. A great place to relax and unwind after a busy day of play, shopping, or in my case working. Lounge by the amazing pool or gather with friends and family at the fire pit, or take a nap in the hammocks! If you're a golfer, it's only a few minutes from The Ravines, an Arnold Palmer designed golf course. I am looking forward to visiting again!

We had a very disappointing stay here. The rooms are so small and smell like smoke. The sheets feel…read morelike they needed to be replaced a long time ago. The worst part was the management- outwardly rude, arrogant, and abrasive towards guests. Very strange behavior from them, would not recommend. Hopefully new management will take over, bc with some good upkeep, and proper maintenance of the rooms, as well as just professional behavior from management they would do quite well. Would definitely not recommend- especially if you are traveling with children.

I primarily judge my lodging accommodations, by THE BED. After- all, when you are on vacation, the…read moremost time you should spend in the room should be in the bed. THE BED at the Pines Motor Lodge & Retro Gift Gallery, is one of the BEST I have ever slept in....... and I have slept in hundreds of hotels, motels, inns and B&B's. In fact, I hate to admit, this bed was better than my own. It was so good in fact, I quizzed the co-owner, Steve about it. According to him, the mattress is made by a private company and they only sell "in bulk". Reportedly, the same mattress is carried by the pricier hotels in the area.The mattress is firm, but soft, if that makes any sense. You can feel your body just melting in to it. Oh and those many pillows. So wonderful to lay your head in. The bedding was sooo good, it was hard to get out. Some really great sleeping & resting after a long day of travel and sightseeing. I guess you get the point..... its all about the bed. We came in mid October as the sister motel, Saugatuck Resort, was unavailable. Not really into the beach theme of the motel, but it turned out to be well done. Loved the ceiling and retro vibe, especially the fridge. (Ice is located in cooler by the main office) There seemed to be only 3 or 4 other guests at the time. Perfect. When we walked into the room, we noticed right away a "fresh" scent. Good sign. Yes, the bathroom is small, but everything worked well. Also, the AC/Heating system was in great operating condition. Steve was great about giving us information regarding places to eat and see. As we arrived later in the day, we were able to see the sunset at Oval Beach. Highly recommend. The Pines Motor Lodge is in a really good location. You can walked in to the city of Douglas and browse the galleries and shops. Saugatuck is a few minutes a way by car. The only concern someone might have, and we didn't, is that the office hours posted are not strictly adhered to. So if you are wanting to visit the gift shop, seek desk assistance or personally check out when the office is suppose to be open, you could have an issue. This is a really good place to stay, especially for $100 a night. Steve said that during the high season, you have to book at least 6 weeks in advance.

The positives: Easy to find off the main road, clean, reasonably comfortable beds…read more The cons: The shower in our room is smaller than the shower in our RV and the shower head points straight at the wall with no way of adjusting it. The toilet would barely flush. Although there are tvs in the room you have to log into your own apps to use them AND the WiFi barely works so you can't actually log into your apps making the tv pointless. Continental breakfast doesn't start until 9:00 am. I'm up and out the door long before then. The price for this was $300 plus a night. I've stayed in swanky hotels with amazing amenities for less than that. Definitely DO NOT recommend. I was so disappointed that I got sucked into the cute pictures online, not worth it at all.

I love this place! I stayed here recently with my parents, sister, and sister's boyfriend. Between…read morethe six of us we rented both apartments and we all felt like we were in paradise. The owners are incredibly nice, and the property is beautiful. I loved the koi pond and landscaping. It was wonderful sitting on the balcony with my coffee listening to the sounds of the water and birds singing. We enjoyed cooking out a few nights, making s'mores, and relaxing in the hot tub. We were a short walk from all the fun of downtown Saugatuck, so we split our time between exploring the town jumping off our home base to do things like kayaking in Montague. None of us wanted to leave, and we will definitely will be back!

A new Saugatuck favorite! I hosted a family reunion for close to 30 people in Saugatuck and we…read moreneeded a base camp for everyone to meet. Three of the families stayed at Lake Street Commons and lets just say everyone thought they had the gold star accommodations. The owners were so nice and allowed us to use their beautiful backyard that included a fire pit, hot tub and clearing just right for yard games. Our family was ready to book for next year!

Immaculate space with a great location. Secluded enough for privacy but easily accessible to…read moredarling downtown Saugatuck & Oval Beach. The apartment is well appointed & extremely comfortable. No complaints whatsoever!

My two-night winter stay at Michigan Mod was amazing. This is a family owned perfectly pristine…read moreAirbnb in Saugatuck, MI. It's a one-bedroom with an additional pullout bed to accommodate a couple more guests. From the moment I walked in, I was blown away--this place looked brand new, as if I were the very first guest to ever set foot inside. Every surface sparkled, every detail was thoughtfully curated, and the immaculate cleanliness was beyond impressive. The charm of Saugatuck in winter, with its cozy shops and serene streets, was amplified by having such a comfortable and luxurious home base. While I opted for the short drive in the cold, I have no doubt that even a winter walk to town would have been a breeze. I can only imagine how ideal this spot would be in the summer--so close to all the action, but far enough for a tranquil escape from the crowds. This Airbnb is a true hidden gem, and I already can't wait to return. It's worth every penny. If you're looking for the perfect place to stay in Saugatuck, this is it. Only other thing I'd recommend is to book directly through the Art Coast website to save on some of Airbnb's fees.

We enjoyed our stay in 9/24, renovations nicely arranged!! Convenient to many locations! Plan to…read morereturn!

I would rate lower if I could. Our stay was fine until the…read moremanager of the hotel - he would not give us his name accused me of making a mess in his breakfast room. I told it was not me. He called me a Liar over and over . He said I dropped a bowl of cereal and left it. I don't ever use milk on my cereal! And would never have left a mess which was mine! He once again called me a Liar.

Our family rented the Douglas Boathouse for Thanksgiving this year and had a wonderful time. We…read morerented both the boathouse and the keeper's house and had plenty of room for our big celebration. We played games, took advantage of the fire pit and outdoor space, had tons of room for the whole family to eat, sleep and shower! Joanie was fantastic. She was very prompt in her responses to my questions leading up to the stay and was very helpful throughout the process. The house was clean, well decorated, very charming and accommodated all of our needs, including a lot of cooking. I would absolutely recommend Joanie and the boathouse to anyone considering a rental in this area.

Great experience from start to finish. The owners were very easy to work with and very responsive…read moreto questions that I had. Overall, the house has been updated, is impeccably maintained and has all of the amenities you would expect to accommodate a big group for the weekend. The outdoor area is also amazing and offers a fire pit and plenty of seating to chill and enjoy the night. The house is also located in a great spot on the West Side of Michigan that is close to restaurants, shops and the lake. There is a reason this was our second time staying at this place and won't be the last. If you are looking for a getaway that is convenient to get to from Chicago, Detroit and etc., this spot is the perfect location for you.

My sister and I had a pleasant July Sunday-Monday weekend experience at the Inn of Saugatuck. I was…read moreon a visit from Texas and we planned the last few days of my trip to visit there and partake in some fun shopping. My sister and her husband were there years before and had a nice experience. We drove from West Bloomfield which was a two hour straight shot. The parking was easily accessible. The inn is quaint and cozy. We felt welcomed, but there are a few things that Jan, the innkeeper, should note. The interior is very nice, but needs better upkeeping. The room that we were in seemingly had a quick slight over easy "hit or miss" cleaning. The furniture had not been dusted and there were many dust bunnies in the corners of the room. The shower took 10 minutes to get warm. I had taken one at night. The bathroom rug needs to be replaced. It was more of a loose old carpeted rug which can harbor bacteria and didn't seem to have been washed. A better recommendation will be the foam sponge Clara Clark type bathroom mat to use. The toiletries need to be replaced every time new guests arrive if they have been used. There were two bottles of shampoo that were half used remaining there. We didn't touch those. I do not drink tap water and hotels always have at least two complimentary bottles of water. I asked Jan if she had any bottled water and she did not. I had to resort to getting regular water from her refrigerator dispenser. Even a couple of the small 4-6 ounces of bottled water in the guest room would have sufficed. We sat on the back porch prior to breakfast which was a very opened and relaxed atmosphere. The breakfast we had that Monday morning was somewhat continental. The fruit was farm fresh, the coffee and juices were delicious, and her pastry of an apple French toast roll was very nice, but there was no protein. We were looking forward to scrambled eggs to say the least. Protein should be included in the breakfasts. During mid afternoon we saw baggies with chopped up pieces of granola inside. I took a bag in the evening and had to throw the granola away because it was stale. The inn is conveniently located in town. Just walk a few steps and you're welcome to visit most of the shops. A few were closed on both Sunday and Monday. The waterfront is in walking proximity as well. The boat ride adventure was very nice and the restaurants' cuisines were scrumptious. We managed to go to the Douglas Beach, but could not partake in the water because it was too cold, but it was very beautiful. I only saw one picture for the review prior to my input. I have attached a few additional pics. I noticed some people commented about the folks working at The Inn of Saugatuck with emphasis on the innkeeper. Jan was cordial, nice, slightly standoffish, but we figured for some reason that was her personality. She was not rude whatsoever. All in all the visit was very nice, but for the recommended reasons above I am giving four out of five stars. I would not hesitate to visit The Inn of Saugatuck again.

Cozy, close to everything.and an amazi front porch. We've been there 3 times and love it.read more