Northwest Michigan, MI

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In use from 1858 until 1972 this lighthouse was added on to over the years to make room for the two families who lived and worked here.
In use from 1858 until 1972 this lighthouse was added on to over the years to make room for the two families who lived and worked here.
Fishermans Marina
A view of Lake Michigan along the Pierce-Stocking Scenic Drive in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The water is such a beautiful blue, with greens and teals nearer the shore. You can hike the dunes to the beach below, but be forewarned, the dunes are 2,000 feet high. It takes hours to climb back up, and often people have to be rescued because they can’t make the climb. #blue #green #AquaTrove #BVSBlue #AboveItAll
One of the most photographed lighthouses in Michigan.

Where to stay in Northwest Michigan

July 25th these crazy cats baked a cherry pie that weighed in at 28,350 pounds; and measured 17 feet, 6 inches in diameter. The Guinness Book of World's Records certified the pie as the largest ever.

Downtown Traverse City

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

Downtown Traverse City
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Traverse Heights

Traverse Heights might not have many top sights, but Traverse Area District Library and Front Street are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Traverse Heights
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Oak Park

While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Front Street and Clinch Park Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oak Park
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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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Central

When in Central, you can plan a visit to City Opera House and Clinch Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Central
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Boardman

When in Boardman, you can plan a visit to Clinch Park Beach and Clinch Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Boardman
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Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

3.5 out of 5
100 Grand Traverse Village Boulevard Williamsburg MI
$160 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$175 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,001 reviews)
A beautiful resort the main level is like a mini mall. The room spectacular the bed was comfy the room was just like pictures and the view was ok. We had a view of the parking lot lol.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Grand Traverse Resort And Spa
Amazing Dome! Panoramic Barrel Sauna! Hot Tub! Sleeps 6 Pet Friendly, Fire Place

Amazing Dome! Panoramic Barrel Sauna! Hot Tub! Sleeps 6 Pet Friendly, Fire Place

Interlochen MI
$361 nightly
The price is $386 total per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
$386 total
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this vacation home in Interlochen. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a sauna. Popular attractions Interlochen Golf Club and Interlochen State Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
Everything was really wonderful! The host is very reaponsive to any and all questions and was quite friendly. It was a beautiful place to enjoy the peace and solitude offered but also close enough to visit the local attractions. The lighthouse and pier in Frankfort are worth the short drive to view ...

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Amazing Dome! Panoramic Barrel Sauna! Hot Tub! Sleeps 6 Pet Friendly, Fire Place
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Acme-Traverse City by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Acme-Traverse City by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3536 Mt. Hope Rd Williamsburg MI
$86 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$95 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course and Mt. Holiday ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (614 reviews)
For the price this was a great stay! It was clean , staff was friendly , there was breakfast. Really great

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Acme-Traverse City by IHG
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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! (40 reviews)
parking was easy. communications with staff were good but it would take a while to connect to someone via phone and we didn't receive an automated email with access info that we should have received. very comfortable beds and clean unit. not enough hot water.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

The Dexter by Kasa
Amazing Dome! Panoramic Barrel Sauna! Hot Tub! Sleeps 6 Pet Friendly, Fire Place

Amazing Dome! Panoramic Barrel Sauna! Hot Tub! Sleeps 6 Pet Friendly, Fire Place

Interlochen MI
Stay at this vacation home in Interlochen. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a sauna. Popular attractions Interlochen Golf Club and Interlochen State Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
Everything was really wonderful! The host is very reaponsive to any and all questions and was quite friendly. It was a beautiful place to enjoy the peace and solitude offered but also close enough to visit the local attractions. The lighthouse and pier in Frankfort are worth the short drive to view ...

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Amazing Dome! Panoramic Barrel Sauna! Hot Tub! Sleeps 6 Pet Friendly, Fire Place
Betsie Riverside Resort

Betsie Riverside Resort

3 out of 5
2251 Benzie Hwy Benzonia MI
Stay at this cabin in Benzonia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Benzie Area Historical Museum and Betsie Valley Trail are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
Great place with welcoming owners. The place is very well kept up! Pool is great.

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

Betsie Riverside Resort
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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 featuring general coastal views

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
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

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
The beach at Old Mission Point Lighthouse near Traverse City, Michigan on an autumn day.

Traverse City Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Traverse City Beach during your trip to Traverse City? Discover the area's lively festivals, or seek out its local tours.

Traverse City Beach
E77BB2 A view of Glen Lake from the sand dunes in Sleeping Bear National Park, along Lake Michigan in Glen Haven, Michigan, USA.

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

Crystal Mountain

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

Crystal Mountain

Turtle Creek Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Turtle Creek Casino during your travels in Williamsburg? Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its lively festivals.

Turtle Creek Casino

Cities near Northwest Michigan

Traverse City showing a sunset, a city and landscape views

Traverse City

Grand Traverse View; Shutterstock ID 121919320

Acme

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore featuring general coastal views

Cedar

Such a cool city in the heart of Michigan's shoreline.

Glen Arbor

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