Lakeside Resort & Conference Center, Houghton Lake

Lakeside Resort & Conference Center - Waterfront hotel with indoor water park, restaurant, and banquet facilities

Set directly on Houghton Lake with a private boat dock, this three-star Houghton Lake hotel combines 10000 square feet of conference space with a multi-level indoor water park featuring a three-story slide, pools, and lazy river. Lakeside Resort & Conference Center houses four room types, including a two-level honeymoon suite with a canopy bed and heart-shaped jacuzzi, plus double queen suites with sofa beds. The Lakeside Bar and Grille serves seafood and steaks from a screened lakeside patio, while a complimentary breakfast buffet offers hot waffles, eggs, and fresh fruit daily. Family-friendly amenities include adult and children's hot tubs, a kids' pool, arcade, and free water park access for four guests per room. Located adjacent to a public boat launch, the property provides 24-hour front desk service, wedding facilities, and boat docking for guests.

Pros

Private balconies with lake views in executive and deluxe suites

Restaurant offers dedicated children's menu and screened waterfront dining

Each room includes 4 complimentary water park passes

On-site boat dock enables direct lake access

Cons

Located 62 miles from Cherry Capital Airport

Additional water park passes cost $15 per person