Northwest Michigan

Travel 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 might 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 CA $197 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $197
CA $248 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Williamsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Overall was excellent. Unfortunately, the fitted sheet smelled unwashed, and as soon as I removed the comforter, the odor was noticeable along with crumbs of food on it. There were also ants in the room. I requested new sheets, and housekeeping arrived within minutes."

Reviewed on Aug. 7, 2025

Grand Traverse Resort And Spa
Crystal Lake Resort

Crystal Lake Resort

2.5 out of 5
498 North Michigan Avenue, Beulah, MI
The price is CA $220 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
CA $220
CA $245 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Beulah. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Betsie Valley Trail and Crystal Lake Golf Club are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (433 reviews)
"Our cabin was cozy and the property had a lovely private beach with beautiful sunset views. The resort is located near to biking, hiking, golf courses and towns for shopping and restaurants. It was a great find."

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025

Crystal Lake Resort
Empire Lakeshore Inn

Empire Lakeshore Inn

2.5 out of 5
11730 S. Lacore Rd, Empire, MI
The price is CA $220 per night from Sep 11 to Sep 12
CA $220
CA $233 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Empire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (961 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2025

Empire Lakeshore Inn
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The Shores Resort

The Shores Resort

2 out of 5
5677 Creeks Crossing N, Williamsburg, MI
Stay at this condo in Williamsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Front Street and Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course ...
7.2/10 Good! (10 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2025

The Shores Resort
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 WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Torch Lake and Elk Rapids District Library ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"Clean, clean , clean!!!! The fixtures were luxurious. We appreciated the updated design: clean lines, minimalist, modern coastal."

Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2025

The Dexter by Kasa
Traverse City Flats

Traverse City Flats

3.5 out of 5
3697 Mt Hope Rd, Williamsburg, MI
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly condo in Williamsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Front Street and Grand ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
I’ll be back again
"It was a very nice vacation condo. Comfortable, clean and well stocked. The only thing that could have made it better was a pool on premises. We’ll definitely be back!"

Reviewed on Jul. 18, 2025

Traverse City Flats
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 browse for the perfect souvenirs 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 with a trip to Mission Point Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its lively festivals.

Mission Point Lighthouse
Frankfort Beach

Frankfort Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Frankfort Beach during your travels in Frankfort? Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Frankfort Beach

Cities near Northwest Michigan

Traverse City

Traverse City

Glen Arbor

Glen Arbor

Suttons Bay

Suttons Bay

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