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Sean H.

Charming with a lot of potential. The location and the views are wonderful. Also, the bar/restaurant is fantastic. Great pizza. Such a friendly staff working there. And the hotel staff were very friendly and helpful and welcoming. It is certainly a motel on the water, though. They have made updates to the room decor which was nice. A/C worked well and there was a wine fridge in the room. However, the floor was not flat; it had warped over time due to all the water and a recent flood a few years ago. Also, the mattress was pretty terrible. I think it was the original prototype for a mattress. It felt like a box full of springs. It wasn't lumpy, or stabbing me with an errant spring but there was no padding on the mattress. The bathroom has not been renovated since the 50s. Again, I'm rooting for this place. There are so many pluses! I just can't go back until there are new mattresses. I couldn't sleep.

Bob Z.

I've read other reviews. Our experience was great. The folks working there were very nice. For an older building, I was impressed with how clean everything was. The rooms are nice size and clean as well. They have free WiFi but it can be spotty depending on where you are. The back outside patio it's huge and beautiful. Nice view of the river. The hotel is located perfectly in the town. We'll be back.

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John C.

On 09-18-15. I took my daughter to a concert at the Allegan Co Fair and booked a room at Ship N Shore over a month ahead of time. We got to the motel early about 1:45 p it was not ready to be expected. We looked around wow what a great location. The motel was dated a little dirty but wife did not come it will be ok, We ate and walked around saugatak nice little resort town. Not my type of town but nice. ( I don't drink wine and the latest fashion drinks while shopping). We got back around 1:30 and the room was ready awesome!!! They gave us two keys nice but they were old keys faded and dirty no big deal. I walked in the room I was shocked. It smelled so moldy. So I went directly to the hotel furnace, the thermostat was broke I turned it on and more mold smell came out I turned it off immediately i am allergic to high concentrations of mold. I opened all the windows. Old windows. I started looking around what did I get myself into. My bed had Dorritos between mattress and box spring when I checked for bed bugs. The room looked like a ten year old painted it. The furniture looked like my apartment in college. Hand me downs nothing matching. Old crap the dirt, black looking mold in corners of room as well as spider webs not been cleaned in years, the bathroom door was so warped it would not close. The bathtub was moldy and gross and really old. The guy in the morning at front desk was wearing basketball shorts a t-shirt and sandals (this tells me they don't care). The breakfast was ok nothing special I had to throw away a bagel because yep here's that word again moldy. Oh I forgot, the bathroom toilet flooded the whole room. I turned off the water and called front desk they came I tried talking with gentleman but he said something in Spanish and left. We left and took all are belongings back to car and went to fair and toilet was fixed when we returned that night. I was unable to park in parking lot because it was full and there is about a seven foot awning you're car goes under at the front door, my truck is taller than seven foot so I parked in the road which was ok. I give it two stars it could be a great place but the structure needs major updates to be safe and comfortable. Nice location but the owners should be ashamed of theirselves on the rooms. This is why we have so many chain motels you know what to expect. Part of the problem was me, I never complained about it. Here I am in my own bed taking Benadryl with my throat burning because of the mold in the room, I took pictures and posted them to show that I'm not lying or bitter about the place I should have never stayed here and got My money back when I saw the room. I believe my bad experience was half my fault for not complaining....

CLEAN TUB! SPOTLESS AND NO MOLD, ANYWHERE! So, there!

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Great service and enjoyable rooms and service. I love the pool and their bathrooms are spectacular.

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I want to selfishly tell you place is terrible, so that I don't have to worry about not getting a…read moreroom when they open booking, but the truth is that this place is AMAZING! The photos do not do this place justice. Staff is super friendly and they say hello as you walk by and make you feel welcome. Rooms, are clean and cozy. We got the standard king and it was really nice. The grounds are immaculate, and beautiful. The pool is heated and we never couldn't find lounge chairs. The dock by the lake does get a bit busy if you don't get there after breakfast, but we still got chairs. There was a wait for the kayaks, but only because there aren't enough paddles. Breakfast is delicious and it was a good mix of fresh, healthy and with a few sugary goodies like donuts and muffins. It's a really wonderful, relaxing and quiet adult only resort.

A literal slice of heaven. The best money I have ever spent, the best hotel I've ever been to. I…read morewent with my partner for our anniversary last weekend and was immediately floored by the views. The hospitality was so welcoming (shoutout to Melissa and David my angels), calm, sweet, and helpful. The grounds are gorgeous, the lobby beautifully designed and cozy, and the rooms gorgeous (floating stone slab bedside table yes pleeeasssee!) The complimentary breakfast was so yummy and had so many healthy options. The beach was lovely, the bikes were so fun, and everyone kept a quiet atmosphere that was serene but not strict. I'm from Los Angeles and have travelled all over Europe--this resort took the cake for my most relaxing experience. I WILL be returning as often as I can. Thank you thank you THANK you! I never write yelp reviews but this place was so dang good I feel called to share!

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Had an AMAZING stay at the Bella Vita (suite 7) this week. This place was a total surprise to my…read morewife and I who were looking for somewhere different to stay in Saugatuck. I was a little apprehensive at first after hearing that it is both a salon and hotel, and reading some of the negative reviews about the condition of the rooms. I can only speak to our stay and our room which were both very nice. The room is contemporary, huge, and with well appointed furniture and fixtures. The place looks to have been updated sometime in the recent past, and was impeccably cleaned. I cannot think of a more central location to stay either. Walk out the suite's door and you are a minute away from shopping and dining options. The only downside, and it may be a big deal for late risers, is that suite 7 has a skylight located directly over the bed and does not have a means for closing it. I threw a T-shirt over my eyes and was fine, and my wife was up before it could even bother her. If this is a big issue than you may want to shop their other suites, which also look nice from the online pictures. We will stay at this hotel again in our next visit to Saugatuck.

I came in tonight for a haircut and was so impressed. Lindsay was genuine, kind and talented. COVID…read moreprecautions were followed. My hair looks healthy again and my brows look great. I rarely see the same hair stylist twice, and I would 100% come back here. Thank you for the great haircut and customer service. I'm so happy.

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My partner and I wanted to get away for the weekend, so we choose to go to Saugatuck. So, I…read morestumbled upon Starlite Resort on Booking.com. Since we had a far drive to the location, I reached out to the staff via Booking's messenger. The communication between the staff and I was beyond easy and seamless, on top they were very accommodating. Once we arrived, we checked in, which the staff was beyond sweet and helpful, great hospitality. The resort is in a prime location, extremely easy and quick to get to the downtown area, state parks, and the interstate highways - cannot complain. The room was cozy but a tiny bit dirty, I did find hair in the shower and on sheets at arrival. When we arrived at the room, we had a small roll of toilet paper but the next day the housekeeper made sure to leave two new rolls. The bed was comfortable and there was no noise, the walls are thick. The one thing I did not like, when we left the windows and doors closed but when we returned the cleaning left a window open, that is a big no for me. It pleasant they offer complimentary breakfast, but it is not your average breakfast of bacon, eggs, potatoes, and toast. Overall, we did enjoy our stay and how seamless the process was to check in and out. I would recommend this place to those visiting the area for the weekend.

I'll amend they do have EV charging stations for all the travelers …read more This place was very clean and up to date. They offer a coffee and muffin continental breakfast . The staff were friendly and helpful Small coffee maker in room Ice vending and vending machines on the property. They have a WiFi code to use Located conveniently off the highway. There are Resturant's and coffee shops near by. The towns Douglas and Saugatuck are nearby and lovely. I love going to Saugatuck The drugstore and the chocolate shop are my favorites It was just cold and rainy The lake lake was beautiful and angry yesterday when I went to look at it at oval beach I'll be back

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I found this place on Groupon and I cannot believe how amazing my stay was. My husband and I wanted…read morea little getaway and we found this place which is about 2 hours away from Chicago. From the moment we entered, we received the kindest of hospitality. Scott, the innkeeper, provided us with so much wonderful information on things to do, where to eat and was kind in addressing any of our needs. We had a "romance" package which included wine, $50 credit to a restaurant and chocolate. The room was cozy with a faux fire place and a room overlooking some trees and down to the water. As for the breakfast (ALSO INCLUDED), it was amazing. Scott outdid himself with the quality of breakfast and service. I cannot recommend this place enough. We will be going back. T

The best. THE BEST!…read more Love Beechwood Manor! Stayed here a few weeks ago for my birthday weekend when I found a special online for 2 nights plus one one hour free in-room massage, gift certificate to a restaurant in downtown Saugatuck, and of course the two complimentary brekkies (being that it's a B&B, of course) for $388. Such a steal! The house itself is lovely. Built in the 1870s and renovated a bit but still keeping that Victorian charm. A comfy downstairs sitting area, and cozy dining room and another kitchenette area with a fridge (stocked with complimentary sodas and water), water pot for tea, hot chocolate, etc, and coffee. Oh yay! We stayed in Enid, the largest of the rooms. Very spacious with a sitting area of two chairs and a table, a couple of nightstands, a chest of drawers, a queen sized bed (very comfy and cozy), a fireplace, a small cable tv and dvd player, and cd/radio. It was actually really nice to unplug a bit so we didn't really watch any tv but it was there if you need it. Instead we mostly just lounged around listening to classical music on the radio and Prairie Home Companion. Fit the feel of the room nicely! The adjoining bathroom is a good size too with a lovely and deep clawfoot bathtub (that I definitely took a soak in. AHHH so nice!) and a separate shower. Complimentary bathrobes added to the cozy feeling and the windows had a lovely view for just perching and looking outside. Add that to the most amazing massage ever (seriously, one of the best I've ever had and I'm hard to please) and I walked out of there feeling completely rested and rejuvenated. The hosts/owners, Sal and Gregg are just lovely. Really friendly and chatty, I felt like an honored guest. And they are no slouches in the kitchen, either! Our breakfasts were DELICIOUS. The first day I had the eggs benedict (although the smell of the waffles sure were intoxicating!) and the next morning I had the sweet potato pancakes which I had to force myself to stop eating because they were so tasty but oh so filling! The grounds are lovely and I can't wait to come back in warmer weather for a sit on the porch looking at the trees and Kalamazoo river peaking through (while their super friendly kitty Oscar rubs against your ankles--but don't worry cat allergy folks, kitty does not come into the guest quarters. We only saw him chillin' outside). If you've never been to a B&B I highly recommend starting with Beechwood Manor. Although it's likely any others you visit may not live up!

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