Northern Lower Peninsula, MI

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Where to stay in Northern Lower Peninsula

Traverse City featuring ballooning

Downtown Traverse City

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

Downtown Traverse City
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Slabtown

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

Slabtown
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Birchwood Farms

5/5(2 area reviews)

While Birchwood Farms might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tunnel of Trees and Harbor Springs Beach.

Birchwood Farms
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Michaywe

If you're spending some time in Michaywe, Michaywe Pines Golf Course and Lakes Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Michaywe
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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 Old Mission Peninsula are top sights worth seeing.

Indian Woods
Delamar Traverse City
Delamar Traverse City
4 out of 5
615 E Front Street, Traverse City, MI
The price is SAR 497 per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
SAR 497
SAR 642 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2025
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Delamar is our favorite hotel in Traverse City. From the staff to the amenities, it’s a very special place."

Reviewed on 22 December 2024

Delamar Traverse City
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1683 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI
The price is SAR 243 per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
SAR 243
SAR 287 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2025
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,848 reviews)
"Very clean property"

Reviewed on 23 December 2024

Grand Beach Resort Hotel
Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City
Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City
2.5 out of 5
1614 US 31 North, Traverse City, MI
The price is SAR 225 per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
SAR 225
SAR 250 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2025
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,871 reviews)
"Great hotel and location"

Reviewed on 23 December 2024

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City
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Pinestead Reef Resort
Pinestead Reef Resort
4 out of 5
1265 N US Highway 31 N, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (499 reviews)
"Spacious & clean room. Friendly staff. Property decent but could use some updating."

Reviewed on 11 December 2024

Pinestead Reef Resort
Cottages at Bay Harbor
Cottages at Bay Harbor
3.5 out of 5
3600 Village Harbor Drive, Petoskey, MI
Stay at this 3.5-star beach cottage in Petoskey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Great Lakes Center for the Arts and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
"Had a great stay at the Crooked Tree cottage. Excellent service and hospitality. Unit could use some minor updates but well stocked. No issues and would stay again. Thanks for a wonderful stay!"

Reviewed on 13 December 2024

Cottages at Bay Harbor
Inhabit A Hobbit House!
Inhabit A Hobbit House!
Charlevoix
Stay at this cottage in Charlevoix. Enjoy free WiFi, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mushroom House and Charlevoix ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (438 reviews)
Bucket list stay
"We have been interested in the Earl Young houses since we first discovered them on a day trip to Charlevoix several years ago. So I was excited to find that one was available as a short-term rental. The inside did not disappoint; it was cozy, quirky and a fun experience."

Reviewed on 11 November 2024

Inhabit A Hobbit House!
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Popular places to visit

In my much younger and foolish days, I would downhill ski at Caberfae (Cadillac, MI) and Snow Snake

Boyne Mountain

4.5/5(146 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Boyne Falls with a visit to Boyne Mountain. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Boyne Mountain
So many options! Choose your own toppings. Can you tell maple bacon is my favorite? I believe this is a franchise from Pittsburgh. There are two locations in Michigan - Portage and Traverse City.

Front Street

4.5/5(722 reviews)

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
In use from 1870 until 1933 this is yet another light house along the shores of Lake Michigan.

Grand Traverse Bay

4.5/5(685 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Grand Traverse Bay, a popular spot to commune with nature in Traverse City. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its wineries.

Grand Traverse Bay
Zip line very fun, great views, great guides.

The Highlands

4.5/5(109 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Harbor Springs with a visit to The Highlands. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

The Highlands
A must try!!

Silver Lake State Park

4.5/5(66 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Silver Lake State Park might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Mears. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Silver Lake State Park

Crystal Mountain

4.5/5(61 reviews)

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

Crystal Mountain