Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 19 min drive
Michigan Technological University - 19 min drive
Mont Ripley Ski Area - 19 min drive
Getting around
Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
The Mosquito Inn - 2 min drive
Finish Line Diner - 17 min walk
About this property
D's Base Camp
Property highlights
D's Base Camp provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
Smoke-free premises and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at D's Base Camp offer comforts such as separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers
Separate dining areas, kitchens, and refrigerators
Languages
English
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from January 5 2025 to January 19 2025 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
D's Base Camp Lodge Toivola
D's Base Camp Toivola
D's Base Camp Lodge
D's Base Camp Toivola
D's Base Camp Lodge Toivola
Frequently asked questions
Is D's Base Camp pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at D's Base Camp?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at D's Base Camp?
Check-in begins at 2 PM.
What time is check-out at D's Base Camp?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is D's Base Camp located?
Situated in Toivola, this lodge is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Twin Lakes State Park and 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from Mine Shaft. Great Bear Chase Ski Marathon and Lake Superior are also within 16 mi (25 km).
D's Base Camp Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Located right on the highway. Very clean, safe and quiet. Plenty of parking area.
Molly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Gregory
Traveled with family and small children
3 September 2024
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The amount of space and places to sleep were great with the kids along. The outside light was burnt out so it was pitch dark when we arrived. The one bedroom also had a light bulb out and didn’t work. There was one window air conditioner and it was in a bedroom so the door had to stay open to cool the main area. Parking was great as we could park next to our room. When looking to make sure we had everything while looking under beds the floor was not clean. The batteries in the tv remote were dead and so we used the box itself attached to the tv which was very annoying. All in all it was ok but not great.
The rental was just as described - well appointed, spacious and comfortable. Loved have two full bathrooms and so much space! Thank you for a great visit!
The cabin was very clean and had a good kitchen area and comfortable seating in common area. The 3 bedrooms were also very nice and beds were comfortable. Plenty of room for parking as well. Would stay here again.
Absolutely loved the suite! It was very clean and came with anything you could think of for a long stay trip. We had only stayed for one night, but it was an amazing night! The owner Donna was extremely friendly and helpful, the suite was very clean, and any information you might need you can find inside. I would recommend this place 100 times over if you're looking for a cozy place to set up base for a long trip. We'll definitely be back again if we're in the area!
Alexandra
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Debra
21 October 2023
Debra
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Walter
16 October 2023
Walter
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Kathy
11 October 2023
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Very comfortable and generally clean. Enjoyed having a full apartment with seating area and kitchen. Beds were comfortable. Not as clean as the hotels we had stayed in during our trip as some furniture had significant stains on them which made me not want to use it. Kitchen pans could use replacing. It would have been helpful to have a guide on how to use the two remotes: finally figured them out after some frustration.
We really enjoyed D'Bar! Perfect place to sprawl out and relax. We really enjoyed our stay. Especially nice that they had a full kitchen and dining area where we could cook our own meals. Close to Houghton and only an hour from Copper Harbor. Loved it all.
Melanie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Gloria
Traveled with family
22 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property catered to ATV and Snowmobilers. "Suite" of three bedrooms the two of us stayed in could easily have slept a large party of nine. We opted to stay here as the on-line availability of rooms in Houghton was too costly. This unit had a flat rate for the night which was more affordable. While the decor was vintage, I would book again under similar circumstances.
Gloria
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
KATHERINE
Traveled with family
21 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our family stayed here during MTU move in weekend. It was nice to be able to cook our own meals and avoid the very busy downtown area while still being a short drive to campus. This was a much better deal than any of the hotels. It has a rustic feel and is nothing fancy, but it met our needs for the weekend and my kids enjoyed having their own rooms. We will likely stay again when we come to visit.
It get the job done for a place to stay. Old pans need to be get rid of. Small table and not much to put grocery items. No bed side table. Able to cook that is always good for a place .
Matthew
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Haley
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
There is plenty of space for the kids to run and play. There is plenty of parking, and very quiet and peaceful. It's located right off of a highway and houghton is minutes away. Don and Donna are very kind and the cabins are cozy and well supplied with kitchen utensils and other conveniences. This was our third time, and there will definitely be a fourth.