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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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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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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Indian Woods

If you're spending some time in Indian Woods, Front Street and Old Mission Peninsula are top sights worth seeing.

Indian Woods
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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
Delamar Traverse City
Delamar Traverse City
4 out of 5
615 E Front Street, Traverse City, MI
The price is SAR 523 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
SAR 523
SAR 625 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
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! (1,004 reviews)
"When we went in the middle of December, it was 12 degrees and snowing a little bit. We were able to swim in the heated outdoor pool, it was such an amazing experience. A few days before my reservation the hotel called me to ask if we were celebrating anything special, I told them I was surprising ..."

Reviewed on 23 January 2025

Delamar Traverse City
Bayshore Resort
Bayshore Resort
3 out of 5
833 East Front Street, Traverse City, MI
The price is SAR 259 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
SAR 259
SAR 287 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,305 reviews)
"This was our second time staying here and we enjoyed it again. All of the staff were so friendly and helpful. They have a free shuttle that can take you around town which we utilized. The room was very clean. I loved the free coffee and tea they had all day, too!"

Reviewed on 20 January 2025

Bayshore Resort
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 28 to Jan 29
SAR 243
SAR 287 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
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! (1,968 reviews)
"Always good"

Reviewed on 26 January 2025

Grand Beach Resort Hotel
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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! (506 reviews)
"Everything was good. Friendly people at the desk."

Reviewed on 6 January 2025

Pinestead Reef Resort
Experience Gaylord charm in our spacious 5-bedroom retreat
Experience Gaylord charm in our spacious 5-bedroom retreat
Gaylord
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Gaylord. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
Otsego for the New Year!
"We enjoyed staying here and skiing at Otsego for the New Year! The place accommodated our group and ski gear so well! Love all the hooks, bathrooms and seating areas. Excellent find."

Reviewed on 8 January 2025

Experience Gaylord charm in our spacious 5-bedroom retreat
Kasa 539 Bay Street Traverse City
Kasa 539 Bay Street Traverse City
4 out of 5
539 Bay St, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this 4-star condo in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions West End Beach and City Opera House are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"Beatiful condo, clean, specious and modern."

Reviewed on 29 November 2024

Kasa 539 Bay Street Traverse City
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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

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
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
Seeing the sights and learning while in Mackinac Island

Fort Mackinac

4.5/5(425 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Mackinac Island with a trip to Fort Mackinac. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside, or seek out the biking trails.

Fort Mackinac
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