Northern Lower Peninsula Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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 Clinch Park are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Traverse City
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Lake Manuka

Though Lake Manuka may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Natural Golf Course and Marsh Ridge Golf Course.

Lake Manuka
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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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Downtown Mackinac Island

If you're spending some time in Downtown Mackinac Island, Lake Huron and Haunted Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Mackinac Island
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Harrisonville

If you're spending some time in Harrisonville, Lake Huron and Mackinac Island State Park are top sights worth seeing.

Harrisonville
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Grand Traverse Commons

While visiting Grand Traverse Commons, you might make a stop by sights like Village at Grand Traverse Commons and Left Foot Charley.

Grand Traverse Commons
Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City

Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City

3 out of 5
701 S Huron Avenue, Mackinaw City, MI
The price is 3.715.927 ₫ per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
3.715.927 ₫
4.124.679 ₫ total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Mackinaw City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,311 reviews)
"About a 20 minute walk to Main Street. Hotel met our expectations."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City
Grand Beach Resort Hotel

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1683 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 1.687.800 ₫ per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
1.687.800 ₫
1.991.652 ₫ total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,192 reviews)
"Our room was clean with a beautiful view of Traverse Bay. Loved having the balcony to sit on and take in the gorgeous sunrises and sunsets The sites of boats on the horizon and sounds of water and birds added to the experience. The beds and pillows were extremely comfortable. Breakfast was great ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Grand Beach Resort Hotel
The Baywatch Resort

The Baywatch Resort

3 out of 5
1529 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 1.983.475 ₫ per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
1.983.475 ₫
2.348.255 ₫ total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,416 reviews)
"Very clean room and beautiful location. Staff is very amicable and this area is a great hub for going to other places."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

The Baywatch Resort
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Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

2 out of 5
232 E State St, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Front Street and Traverse City ...
9/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
"Very nice/clean place in downtown TC"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
The Loop Downtown By Kasa

The Loop Downtown By Kasa

4 out of 5
139 Pine Street, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Front Street and Traverse ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Lovely stay
"The place was immaculate. Very spacious. So comfortable. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

The Loop Downtown By Kasa
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Front Street and Traverse City Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
"Communication was excellent, check in instructions were clear. When we first walked in we were impressed by the cleanliness, modern features, spaciousness, and view to the lake ALL in the first step into the condo. Another important feature that doesn’t get mentioned often is the comfort of the beds ..."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Kasa 539 Bay Street Traverse City
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Popular places to visit

Boyne Mountain

Boyne Mountain

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
Silver Lake State Park

Silver Lake State Park

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

Silver Lake State Park
Front Street

Front Street

During your visit to Traverse City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Front Street. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Front Street
Traverse City Beach

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
Historic Fishtown

Historic Fishtown

You can learn about the history of Leland with a trip to Historic Fishtown. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Historic Fishtown

Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Mackinaw City with a trip to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

Cities near Northern Lower Peninsula

Alpena

Alpena

Manistee

Manistee

Cheboygan

Cheboygan

East Tawas

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