327 West Portage Avenue, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783, United States
#4 of 12 hotels in Sault Ste. Marie
Guests' ChoiceBased on 398 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.1
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.6
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 5 September 2025
Douglas
United StatesDidn't think much of the Breakfast. Location was great!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 5 September 2025
James
United StatesTerrible pillows - too bulky; mediocre breakfast offerings
Convenient; best mattresses ever; great towels; great shower head (nothing fancy, just very functional); quiet (hard to believe based on location)
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 4 September 2025
Debra
United StatesThere were no chairs. Bathroom tub had no slip prevention.
The room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 3 September 2025
Beth
United StatesThe location was perfect, right across the street from the Sault Locks.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Ardella
United StatesThe king size bed was a little hard. Could be just me. Maybe add a pillow top bed pad? The only other item was the bathroom ceiling had chipped paint and mold. Probably because there is no fan in the bathroom. Need yo open window when showing. But it's an older Motel, what do you expect.
Room was very clean. The location was great. Staff was super friendly!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Bonnie
United StatesThe toilet was a bit too close to the tub. There was no nightstand on one side of the bed... granted there wasn't a lot of room for one, but a smaller square one would work. You enter the room with a code, which was fine, but took a bit to master, but it was secure for sure.
It was right across from the Soo Locks and in the center of town. Easy parking at your room and within walking distance of most everything, even for 50+. The room was clean and the bed comfy. The AC and Heat worked well. The staff was amazingly helpful. Also... the attached restaurant is top notch!! 3 meals there and all were excellent.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Neal
United StatesNothing
Location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Casey
United StatesWe like the location and convenience of the walk ability of being downtown
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Judi
United StatesNo closet or hanging places for clothes that needed to be. Also no space for clean clothes in the bathroom. Water pressure in sink or plugged spigots made water splash everywhere just washing hands.
Location and breakfasts; nice and plentiful linens (towels).
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Lange
United StatesHotel location and ease of parking. Location was great--walked to attractions and shopping
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Karen
United StatesThe window covering/drapes should be more substantial so the outside lights wouldn't shine in so much The wall air conditioner--need a newer model based on thermostat rather than set level and running all the time and not providing enough cool air. Breakfast space is limited and some hot items just warm
Location was great. Near stores, locks, church, restaurants Friendliness of staff On-site breakfast was convenient 1st floor room location since there are no elevators; however some sound from upstairs could be heard
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 18 July 2025
Cynthia
United StatesThe main issue with all these older motels is the lack of accessible outlets to plug in electronics. There are so many easy solutions for this problem, starting with a small power hub that could be placed on the nightstand between the two beds. Problem solved! WiFi was OK, better outside of the room though.
If you want to be right in the middle of the action, there is nowhere else to stay in the Soo than Lockview Motel. It is literally across the street from the free locks, which is inside a lovely park, with a very nice visitor center and great viewing stand. To the left or right of the motel are many good cafes, bars, restaurants, a bakery, a bookstore, souvenirs, coffee shops, etc. We found the location to be perfect. Staff was super nice and although the rooms are not big, they've been updated and are pleasant enough for a 2-3 day stay.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 July 2025
Winnie
United StatesThe shower water went from hot to freezing in the middle of my shower, could use some updating.
The location to the locks.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 July 2025
Joy
United StatesTV placement in room
The kindness and warmth of the manager and staff.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 14 July 2025
Brenda
United StatesParking was a little tight but I have a large SUV. A smaller vehicle would be fine.
Wonderful location right across from the Locks. Quiet, friendly staff.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Katherine
United StatesThe air conditioner ran continuously. Didn't bother me, but hubby didnt sleep well. Just a heads up if this might bother you.
Room was very clean and location was perfect. Restaurants, coffee, shops, locks and sweet treats all within walking distance.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 July 2025
Janet
United StatesNot much space around the bed making it difficult to get in and out. Could hear the loud neighbors better than the TV
Free coffee and continental breakfast. Several choices for carbs. Fresh biscuits and gravy. Juice and yogurt available. Breakfast person very pleasant
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Jason
United StatesEasy welcoming check in. Clean, secure and centrally located. Quaint. Old tech and facilities, all very well kept up.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Cater
United StatesNo storage for clothes
Location was amazing 🤩
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Marie
United StatesThe only negative comment I have was that housekeeping didn’t pick up some blue paper towels that were in the landscape bushes between my unit and the one adjacant. Looks like they had been there awhile. Also, whoever had cleaned my unit left the laundry bag outside by my steps all night and they were still there when I checked out.
The location of this property, on Portage Ave, across from the Soo Locks is fantastic! I also quite enjoyed the ground floor room I got, 120, which was a ground level room on the back side and it faced a lovely green grass area with some tables and chairs.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Cater
United StatesI would have liked a chair or two and maybe a closet or a dresser for luggage.
The location was amazing! It was right on the main drag & had parking on site. It was walkable to a lot shops, restaurants and the Soo Locks were right across the street 👍🤗
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 8 July 2025
Robin
United StatesThe beds were not as comfortable as we would have liked. A bit stiff. There weren’t enough outlets and nowhere to hang our clothes.
It’s closeness to everything downtown and the view.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Randy
United StatesThe location was perfect for the locks and walking to dinning.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Ambre
United StatesLocation was fantastic. Staff were friendly and helpful. They have done a great job updating the facilities.
Stayed in July 2025
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