Waterway Inn

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day! Hope all you mothers enjoy your special day🌸

04/17/2026

04/15/2026

Good morning everyone,

Hope you all are staying safe out there. Tonight I have 2 rooms w/ 2 beds avaliable for $69/ night plus tax. We also understand that no fur babies get left behind and are pet friendly with no pet fees at this time. If you are looking for a affordable and dry place to stay call our office at 231-238-9370. Rooms have been filling up fast!

04/13/2026

☀️ Summer in Indian River is Almost Here! 🌊🎉

Get ready for an unforgettable season filled with fun, festivities, and small-town charm. Mark your calendars for these upcoming local events:

🎨 Indian River Art Show & Summerfest
📅 June 19th–21st

🃏 TooonTime Poker Run
📅 June 26th–27th

🎆 4th of July Celebration
Parade • Art Show • Fireworks
📅 July 4th

🦞 Indian River Lobsterfest
📅 July 15th

🚤 Indian River Boat Races
“2026 Top O’ Michigan Marathon Nationals”
📅 August 7th–9th

🎡 Cheboygan County Fair
📅 August 8th–15th

There’s something for everyone—family fun, great food, and exciting events all summer long! 🌞
Come enjoy everything our beautiful town has to offer.

03/26/2026

Little by little, we’re making big improvements 💪

Check out this before & after of one of our updated rooms!

Fresh paint, new flooring, and clean trim details to bring it all together.

We’re proud to keep improving for our guests and our community ❤️

03/25/2026

$69/NIGHT In Indian River by Burt & Mullet Lake

😄 FAMILY FUN + UNBEATABLE DEAL = YES PLEASE 😄

💥 ALL ROOMS:
• $69/night (Weekdays)
• $75/night (Weekends) thru April 30, 2026!
(That’s less than a family dinner… and way more relaxing 😉)

Looking for an easy, affordable Up North getaway? We’ve got just the thing!

🛏️ Freshly updated rooms
🌅 Cozy small-town vibes in Indian River
🚗 Close to lakes, trails, and memory-making adventures

Bring the kids, pack the snacks, and leave the stress at home — we’ll handle the comfy part!

📅 Book your stay before these prices disappear faster than snacks on a road trip 🍿

Call our office at 231-238-9370 or book online on our new website! https://waterwayinnir.com/

03/16/2026

Snowmobilers, this is your sign! ❄️

We woke up to 22 inches of snow at the Waterway Inn and the trails are ready.

💲 Rooms starting at $79/night
🏁Direct trail access
📍 Only 1 mile from Burt Lake
⛽ Located to a 24/7 gas station

Grab your sleds and come ride — rooms are booking fast! ☎️ 231-238-9370

02/28/2026

We’re feeling incredibly grateful today!

Waterway Inn has been named #2 Motel in Cheboygan County for 2026 🏅

To our guests, friends, and community — thank you for choosing us, recommending us, and supporting a local business. Your reviews and loyalty made this possible!

We’re proud to serve Indian River and look forward to welcoming you again soon.

02/23/2026

🤩 Monday Shoutout! 🤩

“You guys are awesome! We love coming here every year!” — Karen & her husband from Indiana (who stayed with us for TWO whole weeks! 👏)

Thanks so much, Karen! We loved having you both and can’t wait to welcome you back again next year 💙

02/17/2026

❄️Warm Up After Winterfest

Stay Cozy While Indian River Celebrates Cold!

1 mile from Burt Lake Ice Fishing 🎣5 mile from Downtown Entertainment Tent ⛺️5 mile from Local Resturants
& Located directly off the Snowmobile Trail ❄️

Call 231-238-9370 to make your reservation ☎️

02/16/2026

Shout out Monday 🤩
A special thank you to our guests for the great reviews and choosing to stay with us!

Susan K ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Claudine S ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️+++
Jason W ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ryan H ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Dan G ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Jeff H ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Lance ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️😁

Joanne- "Thank you for having a great staff. Our room was the perfect place to stay. Close to snowmobile trail and resturants. We ended up staying another night." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Alex T- "The mobile homes are super cozy. Super close to the Mackinac Bridge, and easy access to the UP." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Richard J- "10 stars! Stayed 4-5 days skiing in the area." ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

INDIAN RIVER WINTERFEST 2026❄️☃️
is this weekend! We are booking up fast! Stayed tuned for a list of the events!

Happy Monday! 😁