Comfort Inn & MainStay Suites

Comfort Inn & MainStay Suites Comfort Inn & Suites / MainStay Suites is a dual-brand Choice Hotel located on Main St. in Gaylord MI. Pet-friendly rooms available. Secure snowmobile parking.

This property has a combined 87 units and offers a variety of rooms and suites, a large indoor pool / hot tub and meeting facility. Easy access to and from Exit 282 off I-75, BRAND NEW 60 Comfort Inn & Suites rooms and 27 MainStay Suites, extended-stay rooms all on one property. Features indoor pool, outdoor all-season spa, fitness facility, free WiFi, large Hi Def TVs, microwaves, coffee makers a

nd fridges in all rooms. Meeting space to accommodate up to 50. Walkable to downtown Gaylord and local restaurants. Stay at the newest and best property Gaylord has to offer!

08/17/2026

There is so much to do in Ga***rd! Spend the day exploring everything our Alpine Village has to offer:

- Visit Call of the Wild Museum and discover Michigan’s incredible wildlife. Then challenge the family to a round of mini golf or race around the go-kart track.

- Stop by Alpine Chocolat Haus for handmade chocolates, caramel apples, and sweet treats you won’t want to share.

- Wander through Ga***rd’s charming downtown filled with unique shops, local boutiques, and one-of-a-kind finds.

- Grab lunch or dinner at one of Ga***rd’s locally owned restaurants.

Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway or a longer vacation, you’ll find plenty to see, do, and explore.

Make Comfort Inn and Suites/MainStay Suites your home base and discover why summer in Ga***rd is one of Northern Michigan’s best-kept secrets.

Summer isn't slowing down in Ga***rd! If you're staying at Comfort Inn & Suites/MainStay Suites, here's what's happening...
08/03/2026

Summer isn't slowing down in Ga***rd! If you're staying at Comfort Inn & Suites/MainStay Suites, here's what's happening around town:

🫐Every Saturday
Downtown Ga***rd Farmers Market: Browse fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, handmade goods, and locally crafted products from Northern Michigan vendors.

🎳 August 8
Backyard Summer Jam – Celebrate National Bowling Day on Saturday, August 8th at the Landing Zone!
- Special bowling deals all day long
- Face painting for the kids (more exciting things to come…)
- Yard games and outdoor fun
- Great food, cold drinks, and good vibes

🎡 August 10–15
Otsego County Fair: Six days of fair favorites, including livestock shows, carnival rides, delicious fair food, rodeo, live concerts, Kids Day, Bump & Run, and the always-popular Night of Destruction. There's something happening every day!

🎨 August 14–15
Michaywé Arts & Crafts Fair: Shop more than 100 artists and makers featuring pottery, paintings, photography, jewelry, woodworking, home décor, specialty foods, and more in a beautiful park-like setting.

🚙 August 15–16
Free ORV Weekend: Explore Michigan's ORV trails without purchasing an ORV license or trail permit on eligible state-managed trails.

🚗 August 22
Watch hundreds of classic cars cruise into downtown Ga***rd for a morning Cruise-In. Stroll Main Street, admire beautifully restored vintage vehicles, meet fellow car enthusiasts, and enjoy one of Michigan's most unique automotive traditions before the tour continues north.

No matter what brings you to Ga***rd this August, Comfort Inn and Suites/MainStay Suites is the perfect home base for your Northern Michigan getaway.

Alpenfest is here! 🎉 Our General Manager, Collin Wilson, is ready to celebrate one of Ga***rd’s favorite traditions. Hap...
07/14/2026

Alpenfest is here! 🎉 Our General Manager, Collin Wilson, is ready to celebrate one of Ga***rd’s favorite traditions. Happy Alpenfest! 🇩🇪🥨

🎉 Ga***rd's biggest celebration of the year starts tomorrow!From July 14–18, Alpenfest transforms downtown Ga***rd into ...
07/13/2026

🎉 Ga***rd's biggest celebration of the year starts tomorrow!

From July 14–18, Alpenfest transforms downtown Ga***rd into five days of Alpine fun featuring live entertainment, carnival rides, incredible food, and unforgettable summer memories.

Here are some can't miss events:
🎡 Carnival rides & games
🎶 Live entertainment
🌭 Ethnic Alley food favorites
☕ World's Largest Coffee Break
🔥 Burning of the Böögg
🚶 Walking Parade
🐶 Pet Parade
🏃 Alpenfest Run
🎉 Grand Parade

After a full day of festival fun, come back to Comfort Inn and Suites/MainStay Suites, located just minutes from downtown Ga***rd. Relax, recharge, and wake up ready for another day of Alpenfest adventures.

To find out more about Alpenfest events visit https://www.ga***rdalpenfest.com

Happy 4th of July
07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July

Celebrate Independence Day in Ga***rd!Planning to spend the 4th of July in Ga***rd? Here's what you won't want to need t...
07/03/2026

Celebrate Independence Day in Ga***rd!
Planning to spend the 4th of July in Ga***rd? Here's what you won't want to need to know...Fireworks are tonight!

🎆 Friday, July 3 | Otsego Lake Fireworks
The Ga***rd area's largest fireworks display returns to Otsego Lake at dusk (plan to arrive by 9:30 p.m.). Watch from Otsego Lake County Park or enjoy the show from your boat on the water.

🚤 Saturday, July 4 | Otsego Lake Boat Parade
Celebrate Independence Day with the annual boat parade from 3:00–4:00 p.m. along Otsego Lake. It's a fun local tradition that's perfect for the whole family.

🎇 Saturday, July 4 | Johannesburg Celebration
Just a short drive east of Ga***rd, Johannesburg celebrates with a community parade, food vendors, family activities, and a fireworks display at dusk.

Throwback Thursday ⏳Ever wonder why Ga***rd has its iconic Alpine look?Believe it or not, Ga***rd wasn’t always Michigan...
06/25/2026

Throwback Thursday ⏳

Ever wonder why Ga***rd has its iconic Alpine look?Believe it or not, Ga***rd wasn’t always Michigan’s Alpine Village.

Originally a farming and lumber town in the late 1800s, Ga***rd was looking for a way to stand out by the 1950s and 60s. Community leaders saw opportunity in Northern Michigan tourism and winter recreation and wanted something memorable that fit our snowy location.

The inspiration came from what is now Otsego Resort. Back in 1939, the original ski club was built with a beautiful Alpine design inspired by mountain villages in Switzerland and Austria. Years later, local leaders brought that same vision downtown, creating the charming Alpine style we know and love today. Chalet-style buildings, flower boxes, and Alpine architecture became part of Ga***rd’s identity.

Today, that vision lives on throughout downtown Ga***rd and helps make this place feel a little different… a little special.

Staying at Comfort Inn & Suites/MainStay Suites? Take some time to walk downtown, explore the Alpine Village, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy one of Ga***rd’s most unique traditions.

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Happy Father's Day from all of us at Comfort Inn & Suites/MainStay Suites.
06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day from all of us at Comfort Inn & Suites/MainStay Suites.

Did you know one of Northern Michigan’s coolest hidden gems is tucked away just north of Ga***rd?The Sinkhole Lakes in P...
06/10/2026

Did you know one of Northern Michigan’s coolest hidden gems is tucked away just north of Ga***rd?

The Sinkhole Lakes in Pigeon River Country are unlike anything else around. Their striking aqua and turquoise water almost looks tropicalbut this is pure Northern Michigan.

These unique lakes were formed thousands of years ago when underground limestone dissolved and collapsed, creating deep, spring-fed sinkholes. Some plunge 30 to 60 feet deep despite being relatively small in size. The result? Crystal-clear blue-green water surrounded by peaceful forest.

Hidden throughout Pigeon River Country, lakes like Lost Lake, Section Four Lake, Devil’s Soup Bowl, and the Twin Lakes make for an unforgettable adventure. Bring hiking shoes, pack a lunch, and spend the day exploring one of Ga***rd’s best-kept secrets.

Then come back and relax at Comfort Inn & Suites/MainStay Suites.
✔️ Clean, modern rooms
✔️ Complimentary breakfast
✔️ Outdoor hot tub open 365 days a year
✔️ Indoor pool
✔️ Exercise room
✔️ Award-winning accommodations
✔️ Two great hotels in one

Adventure all day. Relax all night.

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Today we remember and honor those who gave everything for our freedom.
05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor those who gave everything for our freedom.

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831 West Main Street
Gaylord, MI
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