Located in beautiful Houghton Lake at the interesction of US-127 and M-55 our hotel is the "smart" choice for travelers in the area. We offer several fantastic hotel packages ranging from a fabulous romance package to a super fun family package including passes to a local indoor waterpark. The Holiday Inn Express of Houghton Lake is a central and convenient location for those traveling to Higgons Lake, Roscommon, St Helen, Grayling, Harrison, Lake City, or Merritt. Nearby area attractions include: - South Higgins Lake State Park- North Higgins Lake State Park - The Firemen's Memorial - Hartwick Pines State Park and Museum - Kirtland Community College - Ralph A. MacMullan (RAM) Conference Center - CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps) Museum - Houghton Lake Historical Village - Wellington Farm Park - Cindy Lou's Petting Zoo - Camp Cobeac - Kirtland Warbler Area - Houghton Lake - Michigan's largest in-land lake - Fishing - Boating - Canoeing - Hiking- Water Sports- ORV Trails - Specialty Shopping - Antique Shopping - Casinos- The Tanger Outlet Center-West Branch - Prime Michigan fishing locations such as: the AuSable River, Cut River, Muskegon River, Houghton Lake, Higgins Lake, Lake St. Helen and Marl Lake with species such as Walleye, Bass, Perch, Bluegill, Trout, Pike and many more.