Lakeside Resort and Conference Center
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About this property
Lakeside Resort and Conference Center is a three-star hotel located in Houghton Lake, Michigan, on the shores of the lake itself. Within a five-minute walk of Houghton Lake and the Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area, the property sits 1.1 miles from Brian's Lakeside Marina and 1.4 miles from Quest Golf Club. Guests consistently rate the location highly, with a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on over 600 reviews.
The resort offers 70 guestrooms across three floors, including 20 suites. Rooms feature refrigerators, microwaves, and complimentary wireless internet access. Each includes a private bathroom with shower, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryer. Standard conveniences include a desk, iron and ironing board, and phone with free local calls. Cable television is available for entertainment. The property earned a 4.3 out of 5 guest comfort rating.
Lakeside Bar and Grille serves as the on-site restaurant, offering family dining with a bar and lounge. Room service is also available, and a complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM. The property features a private beach, complimentary water park access, and an indoor pool. Additional recreational amenities include an arcade and game room. The hotel offers wedding services, a banquet hall, and 929 square meters of conference space. Free self-parking, wheelchair accessibility, and a 24-hour front desk are standard. Pets weighing up to 25 pounds are permitted for $20 per pet, with a maximum of two pets per room.
Check-in runs from 3:00 PM to midnight, with check-out at 11:00 AM. The property is approximately one hour from Traverse City, Gaylord, and Flint airports. With a 3.9 out of 5 overall rating and 78.9% of guests recommending the hotel, it serves both leisure travelers and conference groups.
Location & nearby attractions
Houghton Lake - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Brian's Lakeside Marina - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Quest Golf Club - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Roscommon Township Hall - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Lake Township Hall - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Heights Marina - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Houghton Lake Marina - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Pineview Highlands Golf Course - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi
Ben D. Jeffs River Park - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
Houghton Lake Public Library - 8 km / 5 mi
White Deer Country Club - 13.3 km / 8.3 mi
Merritt Area Community Park - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi
Denton Township Park - 14.1 km / 8.8 mi
The nearest major airport is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 99.7 km / 61.9 mi
Rooms
Dining
Complimentary breakfast.
Amenities & features
Getting here
Check-in & check-out
- 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
- 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
Pet policy
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
- $20.00 per pet.Max 2 pets
- Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 25
- Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 11
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Pets allowed
Fees & policies
- Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Know before you go
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).