Northwest Michigan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Northwest Michigan

Traverse City featuring ballooning

Downtown Traverse City

If you're spending some time in Downtown Traverse City, Clinch Park Beach and Clinch Park are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Traverse City
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Slabtown

If you're spending some time in Slabtown, Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Slabtown
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Grand Traverse Commons

While visiting Grand Traverse Commons, you might make a stop by sights like Village at Grand Traverse Commons and Left Foot Charley.

Grand Traverse Commons
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Holiday Hills

If you're spending some time in Holiday Hills, Mt. Holiday Ski Area and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Holiday Hills
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Indian Woods

If you're spending some time in Indian Woods, Front Street and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Indian Woods
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Duck Lake Peninsula

While Duck Lake Peninsula may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Interlochen State Park and Kresge Auditorium.

Duck Lake Peninsula
Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

3.5 out of 5
100 Grand Traverse Village Boulevard, Williamsburg, MI
The price is Rp2.262.141 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
Rp2.262.141
Rp2.861.637 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Williamsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,020 reviews)
"The restaurants were great."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Grand Traverse Resort And Spa
Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge

Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge

2.5 out of 5
2579 N.W. BayShore Dr, Suttons Bay, MI
Stay at this hotel in Suttons Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (589 reviews)
"Great place to stay, newly updated rooms. Close to everything in the peninsula. Downfall, the bed was awful. We would have been better off sleeping on the floor."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

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Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge
Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel

Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel

2 out of 5
7741 M-72, Williamsburg, MI
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (317 reviews)
Great stay
"Clean, quiet, and amazing staff."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel
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The Dexter by Kasa

The Dexter by Kasa

2 out of 5
112 Dexter, Elk Rapids, MI
Stay at this aparthotel in Elk Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Torch Lake and Elk Rapids District Library ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"I cannot say anything bad about the Dexter. It was simply wonderful and the area was just amazing."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

The Dexter by Kasa
The Birches - Condotel in Lake Leelanau

The Birches - Condotel in Lake Leelanau

3.5 out of 5
121 N St Joseph St, Lake Leelanau, MI
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Lake Leelanau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions Boathouse Vineyards and 45 North Vineyard ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful, modern home. The space was clean, stylish, and had everything we needed for a comfortable and memorable visit. Although we initially had trouble accessing the unit due to unclear instructions, once we got in, everything was fantastic. ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

The Birches - Condotel in Lake Leelanau
The Shores Resort

The Shores Resort

2 out of 5
5677 Creeks Crossing N, Williamsburg, MI
Stay at this condo in Williamsburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Traverse City Beach and Front Street are located ...
6.8/10 (11 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

The Shores Resort
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Popular places to visit

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Spectacular sand dunes loom over the deep blue waters of Lake Michigan at this national park, where the rivers run clear and the forest rings with birdcalls.

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Front Street

Front Street

During your visit to Traverse City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Front Street. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Front Street
Historic Fishtown

Historic Fishtown

You can learn about the history of Leland with a trip to Historic Fishtown. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Historic Fishtown
Glen Lake

Glen Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Glen Lake during your travels in Glen Arbor. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Glen Lake
Mission Point Lighthouse

Mission Point Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Traverse City when you stop by Mission Point Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

Mission Point Lighthouse

Crystal Mountain

Hit the slopes in Thompsonville with a visit to Crystal Mountain. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Crystal Mountain

Cities near Northwest Michigan

Williamsburg

Williamsburg

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