Northwest Michigan Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Northwest Michigan

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.

Traverse Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Traverse Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Front Street and Traverse Area District Library.

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.

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

Central
Central might not have many top sights, but City Opera House and Clinch Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

Grand Traverse Resort And Spa
Property is very well maintained! We noticed short staffing in a couple of the restaurants. We sat at two of their restaurants and waited 15-20 minutes, but there was no service available. It was New Year's Eve, so I'm sure staffing was tough to find, but it was disappointing to not enjoy the resort's ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel
Clean room, friendly staff, fun gambling
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Acme-Traverse City by IHG
Abslourt
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

The Dexter by Kasa
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 5 Jan 2026

Traverse City Flats
Rental had everything we needed and there was plenty of room.
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

The Birches - Condotel in Lake Leelanau
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful, modern home. The space was clean, stylish, and had everything we needed for a comfortable and memorable visit. Although we initially had trouble accessing the unit due to unclear instructions, once we got in, everything was fantastic. ...
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Popular places to visit

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

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.

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.

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.

Mission Point Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of Traverse City when you stop by Mission Point Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its lively festivals.
Turtle Creek Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Turtle Creek Casino during your time in Williamsburg? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.
- Traverse City Beach
- Turtle Creek Casino
- Historic Fishtown
- Clinch Park Beach
- Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course
- Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
- Interlochen Center for the Arts
- Chateau Chantal
- Grand Traverse Mall
- Traverse City State Park
- Crystal Lake Golf Club
- Point Betsie Lighthouse
- Centre Ice Arena
- Crystal River
- Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum




