Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Home Away From Home in Grand Bend
Since 1949, Blue Water Motel has been a family-owned cornerstone of Grand Bend, Ontario, offering comfortable accommodations and creating lasting memories for generations of guests. Our property features 22 well-appointed motel rooms, five fully equipped cottages, and a cozy apartment, all designed to provide a home-away-from-home experience. We pride ourselves on maintaining the charm of our historic establishment while offering modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and kitchen facilities in select units.Our heated outdoor pool, complimentary fire pit, and children's play area foster a welcoming atmosphere for families and travelers seeking relaxation. With over 70 years of continuous operation, we remain committed to delivering affordable, pet-free accommodations and personalized service that keeps guests returning year after year. Our strategic location on Highway 21 places guests just steps from Lake Huron's renowned sunsets and the vibrant amenities of Grand Bend.
Services
Motel Rooms
Cottage Rentals
Heated Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Fire Pit
Playground
BBQ Areas
Pet-Free Policy
Lake Access
Historic Tours
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1949 with deep local roots and generational expertise
- Direct access to Lake Huron's National Geographic-recognized sunsets
- Pet-free environment ensuring cleanliness and allergy-friendly stays
- Historic property combining charm with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi
- Dedicated staff maintaining 70+ years of customer satisfaction tradition
Services
Motel Rooms
Our 22 motel rooms offer comfortable stays with options including single queen, double queen, and double double beds with pullout couches. All rooms feature kitchenettes, air conditioning, and non-smoking environments. Located just steps from Lake Huron, these rooms provide ideal short-term lodging for couples and small families seeking convenient beach access.
Cottage Rentals
Five fully equipped cottages provide extended-stay options with 1-2 bedrooms sleeping 2-6 guests. Features include full kitchens, gas fireplaces, and private patios with BBQs. Weekly summer rentals available from Saturday to Saturday, with select cottages offering proximity to Blue Flag Beach and Grand Bend's main attractions.
Heated Pool
Our outdoor heated pool offers refreshing recreation with ample lounge chairs for relaxation. Maintained at comfortable temperatures throughout the season, this family-friendly amenity includes a nearby children's play area and shaded gathering spaces with gas fireplaces for evening enjoyment.
Fire Pit
Complimentary fire pit with provided wood creates a communal gathering space for evening marshmallow roasts and socializing. This amenity encourages guest interaction and features comfortable seating arrangements, often becoming the center of spontaneous musical evenings and community bonding.
Playground
Dedicated children's play area includes Texas-sized sandbox, swings, play castles, and outdoor games. Designed to create lasting family memories, this space provides safe entertainment for younger guests while parents supervise from nearby seating areas.
People
Mark Boogemans
Owner
Third-generation owner with 12 years of operational experience, continuing family legacy established in 1949. Oversees daily operations while maintaining historic property standards.
Laura Boogemans
Owner
Co-owner since 2011, managing guest relations and hospitality services. Focuses on maintaining family traditions while implementing modern guest comforts.
Questions
What room types are available at Blue Water Motel?
We offer single queen rooms, double queen rooms, double double rooms with pullout couches, and five cottage options sleeping 2-6 guests.
Is Blue Water Motel pet-friendly?
We maintain a strict no-pets policy across all accommodations to ensure cleanliness and allergy-friendly environments.
What amenities are included with stays?
All accommodations include kitchenettes, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Property amenities feature a heated pool, fire pit, playground, and BBQ areas.
Are there seasonal pricing differences?
Cottage rentals have fixed weekly summer rates with variable off-season pricing available by contacting our reservation desk.
What is the check-in/check-out policy?
Our reservation desk operates daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Specific check-in times are provided upon reservation confirmation.
How close is the motel to Lake Huron?
We're located directly on Highway 21, just steps from Lake Huron's shoreline and its renowned sunsets.
Reviews (4)
Maryann VanWeert McCoy
Oct 18, 2021
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Great location- clean room- great amenities- very friendly staff- great price It was a pleasure to stay there and we will be back
Veronica Malinski
Sep 20, 2021
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My family and I stayed here for two nights and loved it! The rooms were super clean and the amenities fantastic. Not to mention the price was just right! We look forward to coming back!
Betty Sylvain
Sep 15, 2021
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Great place but they need a smoking section. People who don't smoke can't like it there
I had smoke in my face every I step out of room.
I had smoke in my face every I step out of room.
Britt Fabb
Sep 03, 2021
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We enjoyed our stay so much! lots to do, rooms are nice and clean, staff is so friendly! would definitely stay again!
