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Crooked River Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Stafford's Crooked River Lodge & Suites offers tranquility and fun on the riverbank. Enjoy continental breakfast, kayaking, a firepit, arcade/game room, garden, spa tub, free WiFi, and attentive staff for a complete experience.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NT$3,736
NT$4,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub | Living area | TV

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
6845 US 31 N, Alanson, MI, 49706

What's nearby

  • Crooked Lake - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cheboiganing Preserve - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Pickerel Lake - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Burt Lake - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Saw North - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alanson Depot Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Piper's Mighty Good Pizza - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Crooked River Lodge

Hotel by the river
Consider a stay at Crooked River Lodge and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like kayaking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and an arcade/game room.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, a vending machine, and a billiards/pool table
  • Luggage storage, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Crooked River Lodge feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Balconies and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Kayaking

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 3 to April 10:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Crooked River Lodge
Staffords Crooked River
Staffords Crooked River Alanson
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Stafford's Crooked River Lodge Alanson
Stafford's Crooked River Lodge
Stafford's Crooked River Alanson
Stafford's Crooked River
Crooked River Lodge Hotel
Crooked River Lodge Alanson
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Stafford's Crooked River Lodge Suites

Frequently asked questions

Does Crooked River Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from April 3 to April 10.

How much does it cost to stay at Crooked River Lodge?

As of 2025/11/30, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crooked River Lodge on 2025/12/1 start from NT$3,736, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Crooked River Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Crooked River Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Crooked River Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Crooked River Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Crooked Lake, Crooked Vine Vineyard and Winery, and Cheboiganing Preserve. Pickerel Lake and Hidden River Golf and Casting Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Crooked River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 685 out of 805 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 805 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 805 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 805 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 805 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building, great ambiance and super friendly staff with lively surroundings
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, the staff was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the outdoor ambience, especially the patio fire ring. Rooms are very comfortable and nearby dining options are many.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities and staff were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to unwind and relax and a great base camp at reasonable price with FIRST Class Amenities and staff !!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful, room and facilities were clean and comfortable, view of the river and outdoor firepit exceeded expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was the best hotel we’ve ever stayed at ! Already planning to return !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel staff very friendly and helpful. Hotel patio area wonderful. Lived the coffee and fire. Room a bit dated. Grounds upkeep very good. Very pretty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

The staff was very welcoming and provided helpful information. The rooms were clean and beds were comfortable. The setting is beautiful with many amenities inside and outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on the crooked River. Convenient to Petoskey and surrounding area. Very clean with many nice touches.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the big lodge feeling
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful, relaxing experience. Will be returning again to explore more.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience was great! The facility exceeded our expectations. The staff was super. A surprise was that all of the water supplied to the hotel is from artesian wells and tasted great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with many free conveniences. The only down side is it's quite a drive to the nearest city, but so serene I'll definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Very disappointed you got rid of the hot breakfast. Might factor into where we stay the next time we’re up there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter and I enjoyed our stay. The rooms were clean. The staff was helpful and friendly. We enjoyed the hot tub after a day on Machinac Island! We hope to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property. Very nice amenities with so much offered to the guests.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Friendly at check in. Fire pit. Hot coffee In lobby 24 hours a day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Amenities
This is the 2nd time we’ve been here and each time has been great! The staff are so friendly and welcoming. The grounds are beautiful as is the view from the balcony.
View from our balcony of the beautiful patio and fire pit
Patio
Sunrise over the river
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wish we would have
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025