I normally prefer non-chain hotels, but I'm starting to change my mind. The price at this hotel was right, especially since my husband and I were travelling with my mother-in-law and needed a suite or 2 inexpensive rooms--for $70/room we had 2 adjoining rooms, a double bed in one and a single in the other. The view of the lake... More

This place looked a little sketchy from the road, because the front lawn had camping chairs all over the place. But actually it was a group traveling together and they were taking advantage of the great weather and views of Lake Superior. There's nothing fancy about this place, but we had a room on the second floor with a nice... More

The is the twentieth motel review I've wriiten, and one of my most difficult. The Birchmont is a small 40 unit motel on a large property, with a wooded hillside behind the units and a view of Lake Superior from the front windows. At check-in I inquired about the view and was upgraded to a unit with a balcony at... More

The motel had just opened for the season on the day that we arrived. We were the first guests, and the 3rd generation owner greeted us like family. Our room was small but comfortable and very clean, with a king bed, a small refrigerator, microwave, coffee machine, TV, and free wi-fi internet. The bathroom was stocked with beautiful pure white... More

I had to be in Marquette for a week while my husband had major surgery. I selected the Birchmont because they were pet friendly and offered an excellent hospital rate. They were so much more than that. Every single staff member we encountered went way above and beyond to make this difficult time easier for us. We had to modify... More

We stayed at this little spot right across the highway from Lake Superior. It's set far enough back, nestled against the woods, that the highway is not too close. It is not for the urbane; it is basic but clean; it is great for those with dogs. Our particular main floor room was large, with big screened windows facing in... More

I booked the Birchmont based on the great views I heard they had, but that's about all they have. I wasn't expecting anything fancy for $45, but what I got was a room on the ground floor hidden under a set of stairs. The security light above the door was on a timer that seemed to have nothing to do... More

This is an older but well-maintained two-story motel situated across the highway from Lake Superior. It has a gorgeous view. Our room was on the second floor (no elevator) and had a small balcony facing the lake. The back of the motel is a wooded hillside which gives a nice sense of privacy. We did not sample the continental breakfast.... More

This is a basic (meaning not at all fancy) place, but very clean and pleasant. The rooms are plenty big enough, and well furnished with everything you need. For the price, this is really a remarkable value. This was my first visit, based on the recommendation in the AAA book, but I will definitely stay here again whenever I'm in... More