The 6 best places to stay in Alpena (2026)

Ranked by real guest ratings across Alpena — only places with a solid number of reviews qualify.

1. 1
   Hotel

   Big Bear Lodge★★

   2052 US-23, Alpena, MI 49707

   ★ 4.5 (335)
2. 2
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   Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown by IHG★★★

   225 River St, Alpena, MI 49707

   ★ 4.4 (593)
3. 3
   Motel

   40 Winks Motel & Vacation Rentals

   1021 South State Avenue, Alpena

   ★ 4.3 (96)
4. 4
   Hotel

   Dew Drop Inn Motel

   2469 French Rd, Alpena, MI 49707

   ★ 4.2 (102)
5. 5
   Motel

   Waters Edge Motel

   1000 S State Ave, Alpena, MI 49707

   ★ 3.8 (92)
6. 6
   Hotel

   Ramada by Wyndham Alpena Hotel & Conference Center★★★

   1000 U.S. 23 N, Alpena, MI 49707

   ★ 3.5 (1460)

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