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If you can’t find a motel in Lake Leelanau, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 137 hotels and other lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.

Motel properties often offer free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a place to stay for the weary traveler taking a road trip along America’s major roadways.

Here are some of our customers’ favorite motels to choose from in the larger area. Seasons Inn Traverse City is located 18.3 mi (29.4 km) from the heart of Lake Leelanau. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City: A seasonal outdoor pool along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Central Lake Leelanau is 16.6 mi (26.7 km) away. Econo Lodge Traverse City: Enjoy access to the RV/bus/truck parking, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 21.7 mi (34.9 km) from the heart of Lake Leelanau. Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn: Central Lake Leelanau is 16 mi (25.7 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Empire Lakeshore Inn: 20.5 mi (33 km) from the heart of Lake Leelanau. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Lake Leelanau, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and Lake Michigan. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, and Flintfields Horse Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: 45 North Vineyard & Winery, Aurora Cellars, and Boathouse Vineyards.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Lake Leelanau to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 27°F. The snowiest months in Lake Leelanau are January, February, November, and December, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Lake Leelanau to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is located 18.2 mi (29.2 km) away from the heart of the city. If you’d like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.