Waters, MI
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The Waters Inn
The hotel fits the small town it sits in - small and quiet itself - but that doesn’t mean it isn’t maintained to the standards of a five-star resort. It’s private, peaceful, and surprisingly convenient for such a remote location, with a few essentials within walking distance. That alone makes it ...
Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Gaylord
Our toilet was not cleaned. The bowl was still dirty. The young lady running the breakfast buffet was not very helpful when we needed supplies, she was very slow at refilling the food. Other than that it was a nice stay.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Best Western Gaylord
Great help checking in. Clean room. Clean common area. Good experience.
Reviewed on May 9, 2026

Big Lake Cabin with Hot Tub/ Kayaks/ Ping Pong/ HBO

Best location at Otsego Resort! Ski in ski out studio with valley view!!

Newly remodeled 3 Bedroom Cabin on the beautiful upper AuSable River
We had an excellent stay! The property was exactly as described—clean, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. Everything we needed was provided, and the space felt welcoming from the moment we arrived. The location was ideal, making it easy to relax while still being close to everything we wanted ...
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Popular places to visit

Otsego Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Gaylord at Otsego Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the ski slopes.
Otsego Lake State Park
You can take time to visit Otsego Lake State Park during your travels to Gaylord. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.
Otsego County Sportsplex
Catch an event at Otsego County Sportsplex during your trip to Gaylord. Stroll along this family-friendly area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its bars.
Call of the Wild Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Call of the Wild Museum in Gaylord. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside, or seek out the ski slopes.
Bavarian Falls Park
Explore the great outdoors at Bavarian Falls Park, a lovely green space in Gaylord. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the ski slopes.
North Central State Trail
Explore the great outdoors at North Central State Trail, a lovely green space in Gaylord. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside, or seek out the ski slopes.
- Otsego Lake State Park
- Huron-Manistee National Forest
- Hartwick Pines State Park
- Otsego Golf Club
- Call of the Wild Museum
- Bavarian Falls Park
- North Central State Trail
- Otsego County Sportsplex
- Hanson Hills Recreation Area
- Michaywe Pines Golf Course
- Gaylord Country Club
- Wakeley Lake
- Gaylord Discovery Center
- Grayling Country Club
- Marsh Ridge Golf Course
- Pine Baron Pathway
- Otsego County Historical Museum
- Lakes Golf Course
- Loon Golf Resort
- Grayling Fish Hatchery

