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Very good

520 reviews

#4 of 18 hotels in Manistee

Location

4.3

Cleanliness

4.6

Service

4.3

Value

4.2

Travelers' Choice

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Conveniently situated at the corner of the US31 and M22 in the charming town of Manistee. Little River Casino Resort is one of the most exciting entertainment destinations in northwest Michigan. Our lodge-style Manistee hotel features 292 well-appointed rooms inspired by our beautiful natural surroundings, offering guests the ultimate in comfort. Additionally, our 95-space RV Park is ideal for travelers who love the open road. During your stay, enjoy the suite of new amenities added during our 2016 renovations, including new indoor and outdoor pools, new restaurants, and new Nectar Spa & Salon. Looking for live entertainment? We have that too, with nationally headlining musical and comedy acts performing regularly at our 1,600-seat event venue. Little River Casino Resort is owned and operated by the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians. *You must be 18 years or older to enter the gaming floor at Little River Casino Resort.

Location

2700 Orchard Hwy, Manistee, MI 49660-9752

Little River Casino Resort

Getting there

Traverse City Airport

45.3 mi•

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Blacker Airport

19 min•

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Rental Cars

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30 Restaurants

within 5 miles

TJ's Pub

327

4.6 mi•$$ - $$$•American

Blue Fish Kitchen + Bar

457

4.4 mi•$$$$•Bar

The Painted Lady Saloon

207

4.6 mi•$$ - $$$•American

Big Al'S Pizza

222

3.4 mi•$•Pizza

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27 Attractions

within 5 miles

Manistee Riverwalk

87

4.8 mi•Piers & Boardwalks

The Vogue Theatre

47

4.6 mi•Theaters

S.S. City of Milwaukee/ USCGC Acacia

66

3.9 mi•Historic Sites

Orchard Beach State Park

131

3.4 mi•State Parks

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Traveler Insights

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The Little River Casino Resort, nestled in Northern Michigan, offers a peaceful, fun, and inviting atmosphere according to many guests. While some travelers express dissatisfaction with the value for money, others highlight the hotel's amenities, cleanliness, and the friendly service they receive. The rooms elicit mixed reviews, with some finding them comfortable and others criticizing the location and outdated decor. Despite these critiques, the cleanliness of the resort, including the gaming floor, is often praised. The resort's location and variety of entertainment options also earn recognition, contributing to its overall charm.

Atmosphere

Inviting

Rooms

Dated

Value

Overpriced

Cleanliness

Immaculate

Service

Friendly

Amenities

Well-appointed

Atmosphere

Inviting

Many travelers appreciate the hotel's atmosphere, referring to it as a peaceful, fun, and inviting environment. The warm decor, clean rooms and friendly staff also contribute to the enjoyable atmosphere.

Chris B
Aug 2023 • 1 contribution
Great place for entertainment....nice atmosphere, good food and great staff but, over the many years we have been going there, the slot machines are getting tighter and tighter vs. what they were like back in the day...
Debra B
Aug 2023 • 6 contributions
...I love the atmosphere and it's really a great place to visit!...
ken k
Jun 2023 • 1157 contributions
...The rooms could use some updating...
lin c
Apr 2023 • 1 contribution
...The hotel has lovely, clean hotel rooms and outstanding decor with stone walkways and waterfalls...
nataliegig
Feb 2023 • 1 contribution
...The fireplace rooms are lovely, and the staff is always kind and helpful...
Maureen D
Jan 2023 • 1 contribution
The rooms were nicely decorated and very comfortable beds...
quadaces7178
Dec 2022 • 1 contribution
Definitely a peaceful and fun atmosphere... Little River is definitely one of our favs!...
Safari59197217087
Dec 2022 • 1 contribution
This is a beautiful, clean, warm, comfortable, place with great food and nice staff...

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Rooms

Dated

Reviews are mixed about the rooms. Some guests found them to be comfortable and well-decorated, others complained about the location and outdated decor.

Connie C
Sep 2023 • 1 contribution
...The casino is always clean and hotel rooms are usually fresh and clean...
Melissa S
Aug 2023 • 13 contributions
...Also, the room we stayed in was in need of some upgrading and unfortunately I got sick with a migraine because of the smoke smell in the room, the problem is our room was non-smoking...
Jennifer S
Aug 2023 • 2 contributions
Stayed there for two night while visiting friends. Room rate was $329 for an outdated, gloomy, plain brown room... I don’t even know how they fill rooms at this rate for such a dreary little place...
ken k
Jun 2023 • 1157 contributions
...The rooms could use some updating...
lin c
Apr 2023 • 1 contribution
...The hotel has lovely, clean hotel rooms and outstanding decor with stone walkways and waterfalls...
nataliegig
Feb 2023 • 1 contribution
...The fireplace rooms are lovely, and the staff is always kind and helpful...
TINA S
Feb 2023 • 27 contributions
We booked a king deluxe room and was very happy with our selection...
Donn N
Jan 2023 • 17 contributions
...Stayed in room number 150...
Maureen D
Jan 2023 • 1 contribution
The rooms were nicely decorated and very comfortable beds...
8vickiq
Dec 2022 • 4 contributions
...Rooms are comfortable, staff is caring and attentive...
shamrockgramma
Dec 2022 • 3 contributions
...Free room..comps Great people..food was quick served...
Deborah_L296
Sep 2022 • 6 contributions
...Decided to take advantage of their $99 rate for a nights stay. Reserved the room for a Thursday night and asked for a room that wasn't too far to walk... When I checked it and got the room location I checked it out to make sure it was fine... The elevator was about as far as possible from the entrance, and the room was just as far... I went back to the front desk and the clerk changed the room when I complained... Next room the elevator was near the entrance, but the room was even further away from the elevator than the first room was...
Richard N
Sep 2022 • 1 contribution
Accommodations Excellent, Casino Excellent with exciting new slots...

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Value

Overpriced

Travelers generally express dissatisfaction with the value for money, citing high prices for rooms and services, along with disappointing experiences.

Chris B
Aug 2023 • 1 contribution
...It gets very discouraging when you always seem to end losing a lot of money on just about every visit. This casino really needs to have their slot machines pay better than they do now which will in turn result in a lot more people coming back to the casino...
Jennifer S
Aug 2023 • 2 contributions
...Room rate was $329 for an outdated, gloomy, plain brown room... If the price/night was in the $180 range I wouldn’t be writing this review... I don’t even know how they fill rooms at this rate for such a dreary little place...
Melissa S
Aug 2023 • 13 contributions
This is a nice casino and resort in beautiful Manistee Michigan...
Kelly N
Jul 2023 • 1 contribution
...Secondly this is one of the cleanest casinos I have ever been to...
ken k
Jun 2023 • 1157 contributions
...(You may request one for a fee) The overall resort is nice...
Tracey
May 2023 • 3 contributions
...Here for 5 hours & playing slots did not get a single Bonus or even my bet back!... Lets just say they struck out & I guarantee to tell EVERYONE I can to stay clear!... The ONLY thing good about the place is the staff is friendly, but still NOT worth coming!!!!...
Janet E
Apr 2023 • 1 contribution
went for our 53rd anniversary .asked for a barrier-free, but did not get it...
TINA S
Feb 2023 • 27 contributions
We booked a king deluxe room and was very happy with our selection...
MarWy017
Jan 2023 • 24 contributions
we went on a Tuesday for our anniversary and was so disppointed with dining options...
Toni A
Jan 2023 • 11 contributions
...Again the wait staff is so nice and attentive...
Travelersector2814
Dec 2022 • 1 contribution
...The chicken tenders and fries were cold and stale...
jjurkas
Nov 2022 • 2 contributions
...Drinks are a little pricey but the bartenders are very nice...
retiredp0stman
Nov 2022 • 1 contribution
...we will be rethinking our travel plans in the future...
Deborah_L296
Sep 2022 • 6 contributions
...Decided to take advantage of their $99 rate for a nights stay... Didn't know I would have to run a marathon to get to the room!... I went back to the front desk and the clerk changed the room when I complained... Went back to the front desk and asked for my money back and said I would rather drive home the 2 hours than stay...
Richard N
Sep 2022 • 1 contribution
...Friendly, Enjoyable Relaxing and Fun...

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Cleanliness

Immaculate

Most travelers appreciate the cleanliness of the hotel and casino, mentioning that rooms are fresh and the entire resort, including the gaming floor, is kept clean.

Connie C
Sep 2023 • 1 contribution
...The casino is always clean and hotel rooms are usually fresh and clean...
Kelly N
Jul 2023 • 1 contribution
...Secondly this is one of the cleanest casinos I have ever been to...
lin c
Apr 2023 • 1 contribution
...The hotel has lovely, clean hotel rooms and outstanding decor with stone walkways and waterfalls...
Maureen D
Jan 2023 • 1 contribution
The rooms were nicely decorated and very comfortable beds. The entire resort was very clean, never smelled smoke even though people can smoke in certain areas...
Donn N
Jan 2023 • 17 contributions
...However, they need to keep an eye on their cleaning staff...
Safari59197217087
Dec 2022 • 1 contribution
This is a beautiful, clean, warm, comfortable, place with great food and nice staff...
jjurkas
Nov 2022 • 2 contributions
Little River is the cleanest casino I have ever been in... Gaming floor is kept clean...

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Service

Friendly

The majority of travelers commend the hotel's service, highlighting the friendly, helpful, and accommodating nature of the staff across all departments.

Connie C
Sep 2023 • 1 contribution
...The staff is always friendly and helpful...
CLAUDIA B
Aug 2023 • 1 contribution
...The service you get there as soon as you arrive is amazing... The hotel is as comfortable as it would be at home but better... All the staff is always available to meet needs of the guests...
Debra B
Aug 2023 • 6 contributions
...The bar and servers do a great job and make everyone feel happy and welcome!...
Melissa S
Aug 2023 • 13 contributions
...We came and stayed for a memorial service that was close by... I guess I would have to say my favorite was the breakfast buffet in the morning, the wait staff was very accommodating but the rest of the food we got was not very good the other times...
Kelly N
Jul 2023 • 1 contribution
...First all the staff I came in contact with were always top class customer service, from the wait staff, VIP staff, housekeeping, security all treated me with a smile and took care of my needs... The amenities are amazing and the staff makes it even better!...
lin c
Apr 2023 • 1 contribution
...Hotel reservation associates go above and beyond to be helpful and the casino rewards programs are generous. That winning combination keeps us going back again and again and whenever we have recommended Little River to friends we always get thank yous and positive reviews of their visits...
nataliegig
Feb 2023 • 1 contribution
...The fireplace rooms are lovely, and the staff is always kind and helpful...
TINA S
Feb 2023 • 27 contributions
We booked a king deluxe room and was very happy with our selection... Hotel and casino staff were very friendly...
Toni A
Jan 2023 • 11 contributions
...Again the wait staff is so nice and attentive... It was my husband's birthday and they made him feel very special 💟...
MarWy017
Jan 2023 • 24 contributions
...we were there for our anniversary a brightly lite come to the counter and order was not our idea of personalized dining experience...
Donn N
Jan 2023 • 17 contributions
...We were there on the 5th and 6th January 2023.They Gave us another coffee maker and we just didn't use the microwave...
Maureen D
Jan 2023 • 1 contribution
The rooms were nicely decorated and very comfortable beds... Security was nice to help us get to the sports bar so we didn't have to go outside (2 minors with me- sports bar is through the casino)...
Travelersector2814
Dec 2022 • 1 contribution
...The chicken tenders and fries were cold and stale... The staff is super friendly and accomodating... The pit bosses need to be schooled in hospitality...
Safari59197217087
Dec 2022 • 1 contribution
This is a beautiful, clean, warm, comfortable, place with great food and nice staff... Highly-qualified highly-rated and will DEFINITELY stay here many more times...
8vickiq
Dec 2022 • 4 contributions
...If you want attentive and friendly service, this is the place. Rooms are comfortable, staff is caring and attentive...
shamrockgramma
Dec 2022 • 3 contributions
...Free room..comps Great people..food was quick served... Enjoyed it very much Friendly staff in every place we visited...
jjurkas
Nov 2022 • 2 contributions
...Drinks are a little pricey but the bartenders are very nice. Gaming floor is kept clean...
TheeToddfather
Nov 2022 • 1 contribution
From the girls at Front desk, to the house keepers(sparks and speedy, Dustin and the rest, that say hello to me every morning. The security guards greeting me every morning on the way for Coffee... Char calls me Mr Brewer is warms my heart!... I sat by front desk one day, Sean was out front... Everyone he helped wanted a hug!...
pamiedixie
Nov 2022 • 1 contribution
Staff was all round amazing , Sam at front desk went over and beyond for us...
Deborah_L296
Sep 2022 • 6 contributions
...Reserved the room for a Thursday night and asked for a room that wasn't too far to walk... When I checked it and got the room location I checked it out to make sure it was fine... I went back to the front desk and the clerk changed the room when I complained...

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Amenities

Well-appointed

Most travelers appreciate the hotel's amenities, highlighting the cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and a variety of entertainment options. However, some criticism was made on the condition of some amenities.

Connie C
Sep 2023 • 1 contribution
...The staff is always friendly and helpful. The casino is always clean and hotel rooms are usually fresh and clean...
Melissa S
Aug 2023 • 13 contributions
This is a nice casino and resort in beautiful Manistee Michigan... I guess I would have to say my favorite was the breakfast buffet in the morning, the wait staff was very accommodating but the rest of the food we got was not very good the other times...
CLAUDIA B
Aug 2023 • 1 contribution
...The service you get there as soon as you arrive is amazing. The food, drinks and slot play is awesome... The hotel is as comfortable as it would be at home but better... All the staff is always available to meet needs of the guests...
Debra B
Aug 2023 • 6 contributions
...I love the atmosphere and it's really a great place to visit! We love to relax by the pool, go in the hot tub, eat in the deli, play slots and table games!... The bar and servers do a great job and make everyone feel happy and welcome!...
Chris B
Aug 2023 • 1 contribution
Great place for entertainment....nice atmosphere, good food and great staff but, over the many years we have been going there, the slot machines are getting tighter and tighter vs. what they were like back in the day...
Kelly N
Jul 2023 • 1 contribution
...First all the staff I came in contact with were always top class customer service, from the wait staff, VIP staff, housekeeping, security all treated me with a smile and took care of my needs. Secondly this is one of the cleanest casinos I have ever been to... I can honestly say this is one of my top casino resorts to visit... The amenities are amazing and the staff makes it even better!...
ken k
Jun 2023 • 1157 contributions
...The rooms could use some updating... (You may request one for a fee) The overall resort is nice... There are a few pools and hot tubs inside and out... The casino is decent and I could play but I eventually lost...
lin c
Apr 2023 • 1 contribution
...Little River is Casino/Hotel is 15 minutes away from beautiful Lake Michigan about an hour south of wonderful Traverse City and of all the casino/hotels we have visited over time, Little River is the best. The hotel has lovely, clean hotel rooms and outstanding decor with stone walkways and waterfalls... Hotel reservation associates go above and beyond to be helpful and the casino rewards programs are generous...
Janet E
Apr 2023 • 1 contribution
...the pot for the coffee maker gone...
nataliegig
Feb 2023 • 1 contribution
...Large enough to have a little of everything, but small enough to feel "homey", Little River always has a great mix of food, casino games and entertainment. The fireplace rooms are lovely, and the staff is always kind and helpful...
Donn N
Jan 2023 • 17 contributions
They said the part of the hotel was updated but it must have a while ago!... The coffee maker was filthy, and the microwave was not cleaned... We were there on the 5th and 6th January 2023.They Gave us another coffee maker and we just didn't use the microwave...
Maureen D
Jan 2023 • 1 contribution
The rooms were nicely decorated and very comfortable beds... Security was nice to help us get to the sports bar so we didn't have to go outside (2 minors with me- sports bar is through the casino)...
8vickiq
Dec 2022 • 4 contributions
...If you want attentive and friendly service, this is the place. Rooms are comfortable, staff is caring and attentive... The seafood buffet is wonderful and the Thursday Buffet has a good assortment of comfort foods...
Safari59197217087
Dec 2022 • 1 contribution
This is a beautiful, clean, warm, comfortable, place with great food and nice staff. My whole family enjoyed EVERYTHING about this casino/hotel without ever having to leave...
Travelersector2814
Dec 2022 • 1 contribution
...The "cafeteria" style deli has great food... The staff is super friendly and accomodating... The pit bosses need to be schooled in hospitality...
covitamarie
Dec 2022 • 3 contributions
LRCR is an awesome resort with beautiful amenities and an indoor winter garden. My absolute favorite is the sauna adjacent to the indoor pool and hot tub... It truly is a lovely winter retreat...
shamrockgramma
Dec 2022 • 3 contributions
...Free room..comps Great people..food was quick served... Enjoyed it very much Friendly staff in every place we visited...
jjurkas
Nov 2022 • 2 contributions
Little River is the cleanest casino I have ever been in... Drinks are a little pricey but the bartenders are very nice... Gaming floor is kept clean...
TheeToddfather
Nov 2022 • 1 contribution
From the girls at Front desk, to the house keepers(sparks and speedy, Dustin and the rest, that say hello to me every morning. The security guards greeting me every morning on the way for Coffee...
Deborah_L296
Sep 2022 • 6 contributions
...Reserved the room for a Thursday night and asked for a room that wasn't too far to walk... The elevator was about as far as possible from the entrance, and the room was just as far...

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LITTLE RIVER CASINO RESORT - Updated 2023 Hotel Reviews (Manistee, MI)

Frequently Asked Questions about Little River Casino Resort

Which popular attractions are close to Little River Casino Resort?

Nearby attractions include Manistee Riverwalk (4.8 miles), The Vogue Theatre (4.6 miles), and S.S. City of Milwaukee/ USCGC Acacia (3.9 miles).

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What are some of the property amenities at Little River Casino Resort?

Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and an on-site restaurant.

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Which room amenities are available at Little River Casino Resort?

Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and blackout curtains.

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What food & drink options are available at Little River Casino Resort?

Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a poolside bar during their stay.

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Is parking available at Little River Casino Resort?

Yes, free parking and valet parking are available to guests.

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What are some restaurants close to Little River Casino Resort?

Conveniently located restaurants include TJ's Pub, Blue Fish Kitchen + Bar, and The Painted Lady Saloon.

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Are there opportunities to exercise at Little River Casino Resort?

Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness center, and a sauna during their stay.

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Does Little River Casino Resort offer any business services?

Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.

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Are there any historical sites close to Little River Casino Resort?

Many travelers enjoy visiting S.S. City of Milwaukee/ USCGC Acacia (3.9 miles).

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Is Little River Casino Resort accessible?

Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.

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