My wife and I stayed here for our anniversary for a few days off season (mid March). It was really…read morean excellent little getaway with many pros and only a few cons This resort specializes in golf...golf...GOLF (haha) during the summer, but that doesn't mean it doesn't have much to offer in the winter. There is an AMAZING spa (excellent sauna, hot tub, indoor pool, great massages), basketball and tennis courts, arcade, axe throwing, mini bowling, and indoor golf simulators. And if you prefer to just not leave the room, very comfy beds with couch seating at almost 400 sq feet per the most basic room (next time we stay here we will probably stay on the tower side of the resort where the rooms are even a little nicer). What we also loved here was the food. Aerie restaurant might be our new favorite restaurant in Michigan (close toss up with The Chophouse in Grand Rapids). See a separate review of mine for more particulars. There is also amazing room service, Niiji restaurant downstairs next to the lobby (great breakfast menu), and Jacks where you can get a good pizza or cheesy bread with awesome drinks. As for the cons, there are two: 1. A little pricey, and will only increase as we get more "in season." For the extra cost of an airplane ride, we could get a suite in downtown Vegas at the Golden Nugget, Plaza, or a luxury mini suite on Michigan Avenue in Chicago for the same price per night here of a standard room. That doesn't necessarily mean the price is not worth it here. Just be prepared is all. 2. Kids. Ugh. During the week there were not many people staying here, but as the weekend crept up more families arrived. Of course all it takes is one mommy and daddy to get drunk at Jacks downstairs while letting 3 ten year old buffoons run up and down the hall six floors up knocking on doors and running away to peeve folks like my wife and I to really put a damper on things (I don't mind admitting I don't like kids-lol. I have my own children and grandchildren-that's enough for me). The point is... do not confuse this with an adults only sanctuary. That is not what this place is. Just be prepared. Overall the score here is more like a 4.5 vs a true 5, but I'm rounding up as my wife and I were able to create some precious memories. That is bigger and better than any high price or annoying kids. Job very well done by the GTR&S. Looking forward to coming back here next year perhaps for a golf outing. :)

We're currently staying at Grand Traverse Harbor Resort (March 24-28), and unfortunately, our…read moreexperience started off on a very disappointing note. My family and I--my wife and three children--arrived after a 5-hour drive from Chicago, just one day after my wife had surgery. After that kind of travel, you expect a warm and professional welcome. That was not our experience. At check-in, there was no one at the front desk. When a staff member named Adriana arrived, there was no greeting, no eye contact, and the interaction felt dismissive and unwelcoming from the start. Even after we calmly tried to reset the tone, the experience did not improve. When we asked to speak with a manager, the situation remained uncomfortable and unresolved.she was even interrupting her manager johnny and said she didn't care if we gave a review. This was a surprising first impression for a resort of this caliber. We also couldn't ignore that we were the only Black family present at the time, which made the interaction feel even more concerning. I'm sharing this feedback in hopes that management will take a closer look and address it. We're still here for several days and would truly appreciate the opportunity for our experience to be turned around. Hoping someone from management reaches out during our stay.

Stayed here while in town for a wedding. Prices were quite low since it was winter (March)…read more Pros: Cute, clean, spacious room with a comfortable bed and huge, lovely pillows. Nice common area with a fireplace and comfy couches. The views were amazing. Cons: The front desk staff seems unhappy and passes that along to you. As other reviewers have mentioned, they aren't flexible when it comes to changing your stay or checking in/out earlier than the stated times, so make sure your plans are very solid before booking, even in the dead of winter. Parking is very limited. We were expecting guests to drop by for a quick visit (two hours tops) and asked where they could park. We were directed across US-31 (a busy four-lane thoroughfare) to an overflow lot. We asked if there was anything closer, as one person is in a wheelchair, but they didn't budge. (The parking lot in front of the hotel was empty except for our car at that point.) I'm giving this four stars because it is an impressive property and the winter prices are quite low, but keep in mind that the customer experience wasn't great.

Tamarack Lodge is a very nice but subtly aging property on the water in Traverse City…read more We decided to shift away from the neighboring Days Inn for a nicer stay. The policy is rigid. Don't book until you know how long you want to stay. No refunds. We had a one bedroom condo on the main level. Comes with one dedicated parking spot and extra parking on the west side of the lot. The styling is craftsman and is holding up nicely despite the harsh winters and water. Rooms are nicely maintained but the furniture is showing some wear. It was clean and well organized and it felt safe. Access to the beach is easy and each unit has a patio. Views are stellar and it's well worth the price. They come by to clean rooms and tidy up every day. The kitchenette is helpful and the fireplace is also a fun compliment to the space. Staff at the front desk is not award winning for personality but they got us what we needed. Bar was never open and the sister property down the beach has a restaurant and rooftop bar should you need that. We would return.

I would easily recommend this place over any other I've stayed. Very clean, lots of room at an…read moreexceptional price. Was more like a small apartment than a motel. Full kitchen, living room, huge balcony that was easily 2-3 times the size of a normal balcony. Plenty of space for everyone. 2 tvs. Staff was very nice. Couldn't recommend this place enough!

The reason to stay here is quite simple, it's a great location. Right on the East Arm of Grand…read moreTraverse Bay. Nice beach, close to the State Park and its beach, and close to several restaurants. However, this is not a luxury resort if that's what you are looking for. It's a bit dated in decor, the service amenities are few, the overall facility is definitely showing its age. If you get a very competitive room rate and you're OK with the older facility it's a good place to spend a week on the beach. If you are looking for an upscale experience, I would look elsewhere.

It was a very cute comfortable condo perfect for 2! Close to beach. 12 min to downtown TC close to…read moreshopping food gas and did I say beach? We took a trip to Leland and went to Fishtown and vans beach on lake MI. Even though it was rainy and not beach weather we stayed busy. Lots to do and not do.

This is our happy place! We have been coming here for years. The best 7 days spent in the middle of…read moresummer are in Traverse City. Lakeshore has the friendliest owners, the best beach, and is located in the most perfect spot. We look forward to coming here very year

Initially checking in, we were given Rooms 214, 219 & 221…read more Getting off the elevator on the 2nd floor, the carpeting in the hall from the elevator to room 214, the handicap-accessible room, was buckling, and none of us would've noticed if it wasn't for my mother tripping over it. No worries, she had a walker, so a disaster was averted. I did let the front desk know, and they were aware of it, and stated that the location is due for updating soon, and that will be fixed. Checking into her room, Rm 214, it was massive, and I was very impressed by all the handrails in the bathroom. There were some negatives of the room though, there were only light switches right by the door when you walked it, and then only on the lamps throughout the room. My mother got up in the middle of the night and couldn't find a way to turn on any lights and had to call down to the front desk. The other negative was that the door of the bathroom, which is immediately to the right of the room door, when opened prevented you from entering the room. My mother has balance issues and called me to come in the room to help her out of the tub, and because she left the bathroom door open, I could not access the room. Her friend was sleeping but could come let me in after she heard me knocking. The next negative is the lack of wastebin liners. I spoke to the front desk and they told me it was company policy in an attempt to be 'greener'. Although I love this sentiment, I hated the smell of my food garbage permeating my room, and ended up walking it down to the lined trash bin next to the ice machine. Myself, and several other patrons staying at your facility, found ourselves requesting laundry bags so we could line our trash bins ourselves. I know they can be pricey, but may I suggest keeping biodegradable trash Bags on hand for those customers who request liners for their bins, rather than putting them in every room at every turnover? That is the end of my negative feedback, I rarely, if ever, enter public pools or spas, and annoyingly enough for my travel companions, I travel with a pool testing kit in my car because of my job. I was impressed by the cleanliness of the pool & spa, and they tested spot on, so I gave my blessing to the members of our party to go ahead and enjoy. I was upset that the first, and only time, we ate at the in-house restaurant/bistro, was after checking out. We had the most fabulous breakfast! Lastly, and most importantly, I would like to sing the praises of the staff at this location. They were always friendly, professional, and very helpful. My mother lost a nut from her walker, which was preventing her from using it. I brought the walker to the front desk hoping they might have a maintenance room where a spare nut could be located. I then had 6 people on the case. Jack, Josh, Laura, Alexandria, Pete and Rin. I was so astounded and appreciative that so many people were on the case. A nut was found, but didn't fit right, and wouldn't stay in place, so Pete & Josh went looking more thoroughly and found something that would fit AND stay in place. They fixed my mother's walker, which she is pretty much lost without. This level of service AMAZED me.

We were very surprised that our wine tour guide and Uber driver both recommended dinner at the…read moreCambria hotel. We were told that they got a new chef and he was fabulous. It did not disappoint. There were four of us and we all had excellent meals and would go back there again.

The hotel was very pretty! The workers were as sweet as pie! At one point I had to sleep on the…read morefloor because only 3 beds, and I have 4 family members besides me. The pool was amazing loved jumping in! Hot coco was amazing. (I put a lot of cream packets in it jk 2) Breakfast was yummy! Even my older brother enjoyed it and he was injured! (He dislocated his knee cap playing indoor baseball at home) The lake was amazing! We sat by the campfire when the sun was setting! All in all this is one of the best hotels I've ever been to in my lifetime of living!

We've been going to Cherry Tree for years but their prices are ridiculous. I called to ask why…read moreprices went up $500 from the previous year I was told prices just went up. Although when looking on Expedia the price was $200 cheaper still steep from the previous years. We won't be back. Many other resorts to chose from. No returning customer discount. $2000 for four nights is insanity.

The room was pretty nice. We stayed in the king jacuzzi fireplace suite. LOVE LOVE the view from…read morethe balcony. Looking right at the bay. Could use a little updating. Staff are friendly. They serve a little continental breakfast in the am....the eggs hard boiled and scrambled were a miss but they have cereal, coffee, and bagels oatmeal. Nice little start to the morning.

Very nice hotel. It was clean and quiet. We were there during the off season so they just had the…read morestandard hotel breakfast but that is always appreciated when it's included and you're traveling. Staff was very friendly.

Wow! What a perfect gem in northern Michigan. If you are looking for a fancy resort, this ain't…read moreit. But what it is, is... loons on the lake, fishing, kayaks and paddle boards, bonfires at night, a quaint cottage (with air conditioning!), a game of bags on the lawn, tons of nearby biking trails, lots of swimming and sun, surprisingly good restaurants around, plenty of spaces to just sit and read or relax and talk with friends and family. This was our first time here, and we will be back next year. The staff was attentive, everything was tidy and clean. We had an absolutely great time up here!

Our family of 10, spent a 3 day weekend at Sleeping Bear Resort in October…read more There are several things that are great about this place: 1.) The location near to Sleeping Bear, Leeland, Traverse City, etc all within 15-20 minutes away. 2.) The beds, comfy & one for everyone in the family ...baths too 3.) The setting nestled on a hill over looking a small lake, with walking trails & a cover bridge steps away 4.) Recreational activities right on the grounds, swimming, fire pits, grilling, water craft, life jackets, & shuffle board 5.) Recreational activities inside the lodge, TV, books, games, pool table, fuze ball & air hockey 6.) Kitchen, laundry & baths semi stocked for ease of living 7.) Large enough for big groups Just like the best campground ever ...but stepped up a notch because there is a pine paneled big woods rustic cozy cabin to stay in! If an authentic northern Michigan cabin experience is what you have in mind, look no further. We stayed in the big lodge but there are several size cabins available. Randy & Doreen are super nice, and very good at communicating before and after your stay.

We booked an Airbnb onsite here so we were able to walk everywhere…read more I was so impressed with the resort as a whole I cannot wait to come back here! For the slopes, they had so many lines for all different level of skiing. They had multiple sides to the mountain and even had a bar at the top that offered alcohol, snacks, non-alcoholic drinks and even chili and hot dogs. I am at a beginner level and the green lines were still a tad more difficult, but everyone going down looks out for everyone. I was very impressed with the ski patrol as a fell quite a few times and they were there to check on me. The area itself was very clean and again, everything is easily walkable. I noticed an outdoor playground for the kiddos when it's warmer out to play on. The food options here are good. Almost everywhere was a bit crowded, but we were able to wait for our food and then take it back to the Airbnb. I was very impressed with this place on every level. I will be coming back and staying longer next time.

Our party of six, which included two kiddos, had a fantastic skiing experience at Crystal Mountain…read more Here's my list of do's for a successful trip: -Do purchase your lift ticket and ski rental in advance. This was a time saver. -Do get to the mountain by mid-morning to secure close parking, maximize your ski time, and enjoy the runs before the crowds arrive (and they will). -Do consider coming on a Wednesday. A lift ticket in 2026 is only $45 versus the $105 I dropped for a Saturday. Shout-out to the ski staff for their overall hospitality and making sure folx got onto the lifts quickly and safely. It appeared to be a smooth operation. Another shout-out to the ski instructors who transformed my nieces into skilled skiers in just one lesson. Though this was my first time at Crystal Mountain, it will not be my last.

Sugar Beach Hotel was the perfect spot for our stay in Traverse City. Located directly on the East…read moreBay, the views are amazing and you are steps from the shoreline. Located about 10 mins from downtown on Munson. The pool and jacuzzi was spacious, and just the right temperature. There was an impressive arcade area for the kids, and a mini gym. We were here in the off season, so it was chill, but I definitely see this place being fun for the entire family in the peak season. We had an amazing balcony room. Everything was clean & the staff was friendly. We will definitely stay again!

I want to offer a great review of this hotel!…read more My wife and I have had to drive 100 plus miles down from the real Northern Michigan twice in the past two weeks for medical treatment - biopsies and pet scans at Munson for stage 4 prostate cancer. Obviously, we were very concerned and nervous. This hotel was wonderful, and made our trip much less stressful. The accommodations were spacious and clean and well-furnished. But, as good as the hotel and rooms were - we had different rooms each time - the staff was FANTASTIC! Since I needed to be at the hospital at 6:00 AM, they delivered well-packed boxes with delicious breakfast items to our room at 4:00 AM. When we checked in, we were asked to pick our breakfast selections from five options. The packets of food were left outside our room before we even awoke. When the refrigerator in our room malfunctioned, they replaced it within 30 minutes. When we needed additional towels, they were delivered immediately. Unfortunately, I did not get names for the staff that brought the items we needed, but I did get the names of the people that were at the front desk, I would like to give a very big thumbs-up to both Anthony - who checked us in both times - and to Sky - who helped us extend our room by one day when we called the front desk at 5:00 AM. Originally, we planned to drive home today, but realizing that I might not be up for the drive back after hours of tests, we decided to rest up one more day. We would like to give the hotel and its accommodations a "10" on a scale of 10, but - following the example of "This Is Spinal Tap" - we want to give the staff an "11"! Needless to say, but I will anyway, this hotel is now our go-to for any further visits to Munson in TC. I promise that you will definitely not be disappointed with your stay here as well!