Best Resorts in Michigan

Open since 1887, this Mackinac Island mainstay boasts the world's longest front porch. Another claim to fame is the Grand Hotel's guest book: Past visitors include everyone from Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin to American author Mark Twain. Recent guests give the hotel high praise, complimenting everything from the meals in the Main Dining Room to the views from the front porch. Rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, cable TV and a coffee maker, among other amenities. As for things to do, the long list of activities includes golfing, biking, tennis and lawn games. You'll find Grand Hotel situated on Mackinac Island between Michigan's Upper and Lower peninsulas. Some guests warn that though the Mackinac Island setting is idyllic, it's also expensive. If you choose to stay here, prepare to splurge. Also, keep in mind that the hotel is only open from the spring through the fall.

Great Wolf Lodges are known for providing loads of family fun, and the Traverse City, Michigan location is no exception. With an indoor water park, multiple dining options, a fitness center and a full-service spa (all on-site), travelers of all ages will have something to keep them busy. Plus, adults can make use of the nearby Traverse City Golf & Country Club, which is just a 2-mile drive away. Each of the 281 suites includes separate living and sleeping areas and complimentary Wi-Fi access – and visitors can even opt for themed suites to enchant and excite little ones. Past guests agree that the options for on-site dining and entertainment are a huge plus for families, but some of them also claim that this location lacks some attention to detail when it comes to cleanliness. 

One of the most unique things about the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa is its ownership: The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians owns and operates the accommodations, golf greens, restaurants, and spa here. Draping across 900 acres, the property earns praise for its golf academy, its gorgeous scenery, and the Aerie Restaurant & Lounge. Keep in mind that you can choose from room, suite, or even condo accommodations. Recent guests recommend booking a condo for the additional space, or accomodations in the glass Tower for its sweeping views of Grand Traverse Bay. You'll find the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in the northern Michigan city of Acme, about four hours northwest of Detroit.