Crooked River Lodge

Riverfront Alanson hotel with indoor pool

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December 2025

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January 2026

Exterior - Crooked River Lodge (Alanson)

River View Stairway Access Family Suite | Private kitchen - Crooked River Lodge (Alanson)

River View Stairway Access Family Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Crooked River Lodge (Alanson)

On the riverbank, Stafford's Crooked River Lodge & Suites offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast, a cozy firepit, and an arcade/game room. Relax in the garden or unwind at the spa tub after kayaking on the river. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff who've made past guests feel right at home.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Gym
Electric vehicle charging point
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
Fitness center
Hot tub
Business center
Meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Garden
Arcade/game room
Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Arcade/game room

$132 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Room options

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Tonight

Dec 6 - Dec 7

Tomorrow

Dec 7 - Dec 8

All rooms

2 beds

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Daily housekeeping

River view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Exceptional

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

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Jetted Tub

Exceptional

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

Similar properties

Pool
Free breakfast
Free parking
Free WiFi

$121 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

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About the neighborhood

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
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
‪Rusty Saw North - ‬4 min drive
‪Alanson Depot Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
‪Piper's Mighty Good Pizza - ‬10 min drive
‪Bob's Place - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Crooked River Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Alanson with a stay at Crooked River Lodge. You can go for a morning swim at the indoor pool and visit the fitness center for a workout. Other features include a hot tub, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 42 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Barbecue grills

What to do

Kayaking
Pool table
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Skiing nearby
Fishing nearby

Working away

Business center
Meeting rooms

Services

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Pool loungers

Facilities

Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Arcade/game room
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Firepit

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television

Home comfort

Air conditioning

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Balcony

Freshen up

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

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

Policies

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.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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Staffords Crooked River

Staffords Crooked River Alanson

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Stafford's Crooked River Lodge Alanson

Stafford's Crooked River Lodge

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Frequently asked questions

Does Crooked River Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Crooked River Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Crooked River Lodge?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Crooked River Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Crooked River Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Crooked River Lodge?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Crooked River Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Odawa Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Crooked River Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Crooked River Lodge also has a fitness center and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Does Crooked River Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Crooked River Lodge like?

Crooked River Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Lake Michigan, which is 16 minutes away by car.

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Crooked River Lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff

Room

Breakfast

View

Kayaking

Amenities

Children

Balcony

Family friendly

Hot Tub

What guests liked

Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and very good with a great variety of options. (27 reviews)
The hot tub was relaxing and a great place to unwind after a long day. (7 reviews)
The pool was large, delightfully warm, and a great place to relax. (9 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 1, 2025

Amazing stay loved the area and the hotel

Joshua, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 4, 2025

Great place to stay the staff was super nice and the locations and amenities were great!

Kelly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 3, 2025

Friendly staff, warm environment, great for families

Lauryn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 27, 2025

Our room was clean and spacious, loved the view also! The staff was extremely friendly, informative and accommodating! The breakfast area was clean and well stocked with a decent selection, the ladies working there were so nice! This was an amazing experience, thank you!!

Timothy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 15, 2025

Nice hotel with jacuzzi tub

Beautiful hotel. We enjoyed sitting by the firepit in the evening and the jacuzzi in our room.

Leah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 28, 2025

Amazing staff and a beautiful facility. Free kayaks were a plus!

Lawrence, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 21, 2025

No complaints! We’ll be back!

Minda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 17, 2025

Great place….service and location great! Breakfast a little disappointing…but adequate. We will stay there again!

Gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 20, 2025

Wonderful place to stay

Nicholas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 23, 2025

Get away 2 day trip for my husband and I. We had a great time, the weather was great the hotel was beautiful. The room was clean ,there was plenty of towels. We enjoyed setting on the balcony.The staff was very friendly.

Deborah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 22, 2025

Excellent property. Very nice amenities with so much offered to the guests.

Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 30, 2025

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

Denise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 23, 2025

Second time staying here. Highly recommend.

Daryl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 21, 2025

It was everything I wanted in a place to stay!

Ruthette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 18, 2025

Crooked River is a great place, love the rooms, grounds, nature & located close to many other waterfront cities. Staff all very welcoming & friendly & helped me arrange flower delivery for my wife for our anniversary. Definitely will be back for another stay.

Anniversary flower staff assisted husband with delivery

Brian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 17, 2025

This property was so nice and peaceful and had such a homey feel. Loved it!

Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 12, 2025

Staff was very helpful and accommodating. Rooms were clean. Property was beautiful!

James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 27, 2025

We had fun going kayaking, swimming in the pool, and playing games! Super friendly staff and beautiful nature behind the hotel!

Irena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 21, 2025

Wish they still had popcorn! And buying marshmallows AND sticks there seemed cheesy.

Gayla, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 8, 2025

Loved the place. Had a car issue and one of your men-failed to catch his name- was a huge help on getting us on the road. He was a lifesaver. Will highly recommend this lodge and look forward to visiting again soon.

Jim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 17, 2025

Beautiful & comfortable Very family friendly Would definitely recommend

Diane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 30, 2025

The staff is excellent. The lodge was very clean.

Jeff, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 16, 2025

Amazing stay! Free bike and kayak rentals, warm staff, loved all the thoughtful decorations in the hotel common areas. Continental breakfast was okay. Would recommend for all travelers

Beichen, 1-night trip