3 - Good choice if you're in the area. Skip to the end to see my rating scale…read more Gateway Motel isn't affiliated with one of the big hotel chains and doesn't pretend to be. But they're friendly and welcoming. The rooms are clean and comfortable. They were a perfect waypoint for us on our trip through the Upper Peninsula. Looking over the website prior to calling for availability, they're up front about their pet policy. They state that they'll accept pets depending on size, breed, and temperament for a $10 up charge. The owner came out and met our 70 pound labradoodle and after a minute was very welcoming. Not sure if we could have brought one much bigger, but ours is gentle and affectionate, so I imagine the combination of big but soft tempered was good enough. At any rate, I'd happily spend a night here again. My rating scale: 1 - Just don't 2 - You'll survive, but there are better choices close by 3 - Good choice if you're in the area 4 - I'd drive 30 minutes out of my way just to come here 5 - I'd try to convince my wife to drive an hour just to come here

The owner greeted us warmly upon arrival. We quickly were off to our room, and were quite surprised…read moreat the vibe. The room was spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated. Genuine wood paneling gave it the authentic UP outdoor/cabin feel. I don't know the last time I was in a hotel, for this rate, where the decor included two Tiffany Lamps. The bed was comfortable, the bathroom well kept and the AC, lighting, WiFi and TV were all most accommodating. Skip the expensive chain, this is a great stop.

Great motel! So friendly and clean. Refrigerator in the room. Dog friendly. Nice path to the lake…read more It was nice to have a person at the front desk, and coffee available in the morning. Very reasonable priced.

What a wonderful three-day stay! I am so glad my husband and I chose the Star Motel over other…read moreoptions that were available for booking online. I wanted to tell other travelers that had opted for stays on the other side of the road (not on the lake) what they were missing. The host, Leo, was kind, accommodating, and easy going in all interactions from reservation to checkout. Every day we were offered for the room to be made up entirely, to receive fresh towels, or/and or to have the trash removed. Leo struck the exactly right balance in degree of service, neither pushy nor neglectful. As many others have said, the rooms are spotless. They are simply furnished but have all amenities and clearly have been kept up with meticulous care ( for example, both bathroom and bedroom as well as windows and doors had a fresh coat of paint). Every single piece in the inventory (fridge, lights, AC, etc.) worked perfectly. The spaciousness of the room, the full-size back window in addition to the even larger front window, all easy to open and with a mosquito screen, and the view out on the beautiful, natural backyard adjacent to Lake Michigan were unexpected bonuses. Traffic on the highway (#2), from which the motel is set back quite a bit, dies down in the evening and the rooms seem to be sound proof as nights were quiet and calm. There are so many things to do and see in the area, three nights were not enough. We will definitely be back, perhaps in a different season.

When in the U.P. only one thing for lunch. Pasty…read more The pasty was good. The crust was delicious. Lots of carrots with the meat gravy was also good.

Ordered the "Texas Grilled Cheese" sandwich... it was not great…read more.. Unbelievably, though American Cheese slices were used, none of the cheese was melted... it's as if they grilled one side of the bread and then assembled the sandwich with cold cheese, cold tomatoes and cooked bacon... frankly, the worst GC sandwich I've ever had but I ate most of it simply because I was very hungry and there aren't many dining options in Newberry. The "house cut fries" were terrible. They were not crispy and tasted as if they were reheated after having been cooked sometime earlier... I was only able to stomach eating a few of those they were so bad...

I spent 2 nights here with my son and really enjoyed this motel. We had good hot water, comfortable…read morebeds, and the rustic interior was fun for being up in the UP. I will defin stay here again when I visit the UP with my wife.

I read the positive reviews of the Jolly Rose Motel before booking a room in August 2016 during a…read morecross-country road trip. I wanted to return the favor by leaving a review myself. This place was just a great as described by others. The cozy log cabin feel was so inviting. Our room was clean and homey - such a pleasure to discover after arriving in the middle of the night. There's a real sense of personal charm - even family members of the owner who run the restaurant next door. So much better than any chain motel we stayed in on our trip. The restaurant serves the UP favorite - pasties. I totally recommend this place for travelers looking for a great deal and a warm atmosphere.

My family has been visiting Del-Les off an on since 1963; to be honest, Del-Les IS family to us…read more It's a wonderful escape from cell phones, the internet, and the outside world! It's beautiful, peaceful, and truly in the middle of nowhere. "Resort" is sort of a loose term, as it is essentially four cabins at the end of a small peninsula between Little Lake and Lake Superior. The cabins have gas powered heat, water, and basic electricity but there are no TVs and no great luxuries. The cabins are spacious and comfortable and 3/4 have great views of Little Lake while the 4th is more tucked away in the woods (a short walk to the beach still). I could be biased because I have spent nearly every summer of my life here in addition to fall and winter weekends, but this place is my heaven on earth.

Unique getaway. A true retreat with frontage on the big lake and a beautiful northern lake for…read morefishing and swimming as well. Each of the four cabins is unique. Hot showers, full kitchens, gas refrigerators with small freezers, and gas lights. No electricity, no cell signal, just beach and wind in the trees. RENTS only by the WEEK. Saturday afternoon to the next Saturday morning. May through October. 90 % repeat families and friends, so availability is limited. Best to call mid October or in early May for open weeks. No official website.

DO NOT let the exterior dissuade you! They are remodeling…read more No issues while we were there. Darren checked us in and he was ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL! He answered all of our questions, gave us the best restaurants, based on what we were looking for. He was very nice! He really loves his job! I think a raise is a good idea for him . The young lady (sorry, can't remember her name) with long dark hair working Sunday evening was very nice and also answered all of my questions. She said she really does love her job and the owners! My Husband and I feel That's super important as an employee to love your job and the people you work for. She also deserves a raise. The remodeling that's been done so far is VERY NICE! Nice touch with the coffered ceiling tiles! The decor is modern, clean lines and the pictures of Kitich- iti -Kipi & the lighthouse are beautiful! **Maybe add an additional mirror on the big empty wall adjacent to the bathroom. The bed is very comfortable as are the pillows, sheets and blanket! Nice towels too! **I feel that a small hand towel holder to the left of the sink is needed. They provide body wash, lotion, shampoo & conditioner. It's nice to have a blow dryer, iron, ironing board too. There's a small fridge, microwave, Keurig style coffee maker, pods, creamer & sweeteners provided. **Maybe add a light fixture at the coffee bar area (I moved the one from the desk) as there's no light in that area. Possibly provide stirrers at the coffee bar. With the PRIVATE BEACH across the street, my husband and I walked over and walked all along the beach. The second night, we took our camp chairs and cooler and sat listening to the waves and watched the sun go down. The Three Seasons Cafe is right Nextdoor that also has adult beverages. BP gas station just beyond the hotel in walking distance too. The ONLY POOL in town. No hot tub yet. Could use more room outlets. I had my C-Pap, cell phone and lamp. I had to unplug the lamp to plug in the phone and C-Pap. They do provide round the clock coffee & tea in the office. Every morning 6am-11am they provide "To go" breakfast items. Fresh fruit, yogurt, muffins and other items. FREE PARKING!

Nice accommodation stop on our tour of the UP. The rooms are updated and the owners are working on…read morethe exterior. The hot tub is undergoing renovations but the pool was clear and warm (81F). The private beach access across the street was a nice bonus. Staff was super friendly and accommodating. Free breakfast is nice too on our way to the next stop!

What a fantastic gem Of a motel!! We loved it. Three queen…read morebeds. So clean, just immaculate. Staff were amazing too. We would undoubtedly stay here again.

Clean room, allowing our dogs, convenient location good coffee & tea available at the office every…read moremorning. Friendly staff.

Great little 2 bedroom get away cabins about 5 miles West of Gould. We've stayed here 3 times over…read morethe past 3 years. Love the 50's style kitchen/cabins, with all the necessities for a nice stay! We love the great owners, too (Arnie and Mary Miller). Lakefront property on a big fishing lake. $70/night, 2 night minimum stay, no credit cards accepted (cash or checks only). My husband and I will return to this sweet place year after year.