Lakeside Resort offers tranquil water views and family-friendly amenities. Start with free breakfast, then enjoy the indoor pool with waterslide. Kids love the playground and arcade, while parents appreciate the restaurant's children's menu. Attentive staff praised.
Located in Houghton Lake, Lakeside Resort and Conference Center is on a private beach. Brian's Lakeside Marina and Quest Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area and Houghton Lake Wildlife Research Area. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and a ski area, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and snow tubing. Visit our Houghton Lake travel guide
100 Clearview Dr., Houghton Lake, MI, 48629
What's nearby
South Higgins Lake State Park
17 min drive - 22.9 km
Houghton Lake
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Brian's Lakeside Marina
2 min drive - 2.6 km
Au Sable River
22 min drive - 46.8 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
79 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
17 min walk
Arby's
9 min drive
MJ's Eatery
3 min drive
Little Boots Country Diner
4 min drive
Spikehorn Restaurant & Lounge
23 min drive
About this property
Lakeside Resort and Conference Center
Family-friendly hotel by the lake
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, free water park access and a playground at Lakeside Resort and Conference Center. The on-site family restaurant, Lakeside Bar and Grille, features children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with a waterslide
Free self-parking
A 24-hour front desk, wedding services and a vending machine
Free newspapers, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 70 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Lakeside Bar and Grille
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Free water park
Indoor pool
Playground
Waterslide
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Free water park access
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Playground
Waterslide
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
10,000 square feet of conference space
Business centre
Outdoors
On a lake
On a private beach
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
5 accessible parking spaces
Front entrance ramp
Lift (102 centimetre wide door)
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchairs on site
More
1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2013
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
IPod dock
TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Refrigerator
Room service
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20.00
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 11 kg per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Fitness centre access
In-room coffee
Pool access
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Lakeside Resort Houghton Lake
Lakeside Houghton Lake
Houghton Lake Comfort Suites
Comfort Suites Lakeside Hotel Houghton Lake
Lakeside And Conference Center
Lakeside Resort and Conference Center Hotel
Lakeside Resort and Conference Center Houghton Lake
Lakeside Resort and Conference Center Hotel Houghton Lake
Frequently asked questions
Does Lakeside Resort and Conference Center have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.
Is Lakeside Resort and Conference Center pet-friendly?
Yes, Lakeside Resort and Conference Center allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 11 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Lakeside Resort and Conference Center?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Lakeside Resort and Conference Center?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Lakeside Resort and Conference Center?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 20.00 (subject to availability).
Where is Lakeside Resort and Conference Center located?
Nestled on the beach, this Houghton Lake hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Houghton Lake and Houghton Lake Flats Flooding State Wildlife Management Area. Brian's Lakeside Marina and Quest Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Reviews
Lakeside Resort and Conference Center Reviews
7.8
Good
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We stayed in the executive suite, bottom floor, which is falling apart a bit. Jacuzzi in the room caused water damage to the ceiling.Door to our room was coming off the hinges, the 2 sliding glass doors didnt have working locks so they had sticks in the track and no room service from the restaurant. It was clean and the bed was comfy. Staff was awesome! Free breakfast had huge waffles but they were rubbery.
Stayed here for a family Christmas party for one night.
Water park for the kids was wonderful. We requested that all 4 rooms be close together (all separate reservations, too) and that was accommodated by the professional hotel staff. Location directly on Houghton Lake was beautiful, even in the winter. Hotel was clean and nicely decorated for Christmas. Bathroom linens were plush and abundant. The king bed was firm and had high quality linens on it. Breakfast hours and selection could be improved with offering some kind of protein such as eggs and sausages. The carb-laden breakfast was not healthy and the hours of 6 to 9:30 am was too early for us. We had a great time overall and would definitely come back here.
Waited at desk 15 minutes no attendant...no pool towels.. no breakfast food...place is not clean
Richard
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
4/10 Poor
Kevin
18 Feb 2026
I was charged 192.77 when I checked in on 2/17/2026. THEN...I was charged an ADDITIONAL 142.77 the next day. I paid CASH when i checked in on the 14th. This is a colossal mess theyve created for my wife and I and it needs to be rectified immediately!
The heat went out in our room. The heater was making a loud noise and blew freezing air into the room. It was so cold.
We've been going there every year for many years, we've never had an experience like this until now.