There are not a lot choices in the Suttons Bay area, but stumbling across the Red Lion was fortunate. It was clean. The rooms were big with a full sized refrigerator and microwave. There were also plates and other utensils if needed, which was nice. The TV channel selection was good and the WIFI was also very good. The view... More

I have cycled past this motel numerous times and commented on how clean the building and yard looked. This past September I needed a place to stay for one night. The Red Lion Motor Lodge was my first choice. This motel is located close to Suttons Bay, and not too far from Traverse City. The water is right across the... More

I love Suttons Bay and stayed here one night as a result of unforseen plumbing issues. It is a cute place from the road and nicely located on Highway 22 a few miles outside of Suttons Bay. The rooms were clean and everything seemed updated. Nice AC, wifi, microwave and refrigerator. Close ot wineries and Shady Lane Herb Garden.

Trying to find a decent place to stay on Leelaneau Peninsula for just a couple of nights on the first weekend of Cherry Festival in Traverse City can be difficult. We focused in on Suttons Bay, central to much to do, including Sleeping Bear Dunes and Traverse City and went from there. This motel came up in our searches and... More

We had been looking for pet-friendly lodging on the Leelanau Peninsula for a midweek fall getaway, and booked a reservation with this motel sight unseen, on the recommendation of a friend. We were not disappointed. Our pet-friendly room was an actual housekeeping suite, paneled in pine, that included, in addition to queen-size beds, a sofa, a kitchen alcove featuring full-size... More