Lake Michigan's scenic beauty surrounds Ephraim Motel, where a warm welcome awaits. Enjoy continental breakfast, unwind on the garden or library, and have fun at the playground or pool. With free in-room WiFi, barbecue grills and luggage storage make your stay seamless. Guests rave about the delicious breakfast and attentive staff.
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Sister Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Sister Bay Marina - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
Ephraim Public Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Green Bay Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB) - 96 min drive
Restaurants
Husby's Food & Spirits - 4 min drive
Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant & Butik - 4 min drive
Sister Bay Bowl - 4 min drive
Peach Barn Farmhouse & Brewery - 3 min drive
Sip - 8 min walk
About this property
Ephraim Motel
Ephraim Motel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Lake Michigan. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool or take advantage of nearby hiking/biking trails. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
26 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Housekeeping on request
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 22 and April 30.
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from May 30 to September 12
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Ephraim Motel
Ephraim Motel Door County, WI
Ephraim Motel Door County
Ephraim Motel Motel
Ephraim Motel Ephraim
Ephraim Motel Motel Ephraim
Frequently asked questions
Is Ephraim Motel currently open?
The property is closed between October 22 and April 30.
Is there a pool at Ephraim Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Ephraim Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Ephraim Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ephraim Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Ephraim Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area, and a garden.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality, variety, and homemade options. (92 reviews)
The pool was a highlight, being well-kept, heated, and a great place for kids to play. (31 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2025
We love Ephraim Motel. Staff are always friendly and the continental breakfast included in our stay is great!
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 17, 2025
nice room, friendly staff
Cassandra
Cassandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2025
Very clean and reception staff very pleasant.
Caron
Caron, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2025
Perfect location for Sister Bay Fall Fest. Appreciated the biscuits and gravy for breakfast! Would definitely stay here again.
Kristine
Kristine, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2025
Family friendly, hot breakfast and cozy. Would stay here again when we visit.
Melissa
Melissa, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2025
Clean room, hospitable staff
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
The home made breakfast dishes were delicious! Our room was clean, and the staff were helpful, pleasant and welcoming.
Terry
Terry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Wonderful location and staff and very quiet
Jean
Jean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
The place is just about perfect The breakfast was made from scratch and very nice people that run the place are just great
Jim
Jim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
We had a great experience, great breakfast every morning!! Very friendly staff!!!
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2025
The place was super clean. The host was very friendly. The breakfast was very good. Would definitely recommend staying there.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
Great Location !
Darlene
Darlene, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
The breakfast was a bit better than average. Great value for price.
richard
richard, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 27, 2025
Great place to stay in Dioe County!
Beds very comfortable. Great location. Staff very friendly.
Nicole
Nicole, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 12, 2025
We mostly ate breakfast out, but it looked ok.
We felt safe when parking.
Alex
Alex, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
Excellent staff, very clean, amazing breakfast!
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
The breakfast was as healthy as you wanted it to be. Healthy options were available. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Patricia
Patricia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2023
Nice staff, great breakfast, clean rooms.
Will stay there again.
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
Great stay
Rooms were spotless, breakfast excellent, plenty of outside seating, very quiet
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 14, 2024
Excellent location, with very nice an accommodating staff.
Joseph
Joseph, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
The motel was comfortable and clean, close to everything we wanted to do in Door County. The breakfast was very good for preparing for hiking in the state parks in the area!
Rachel
Rachel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2024
I loved the location, character, quiet and cleanliness of this motel and the bed was very comfortable too!
Duree
Duree, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2023
Quaint place with great homemade breakfast. Very affordable to stay in.
Martin L
Martin L, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
The breakfast was excellent. The room was comfortable. The staff was friendly.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 2, 2025
We had a lovely stay at this motel. It is in a great location between Ephraim and sister Bay. We were able to walk to a super cute coffee shop and right across the street from an adorable Putt-Putt. The pool was super clean.