Michigan is a state blessed with the riches of unspoiled nature which includes the nation’s longest freshwater coastline, large lakes that feel like oceans, golden beaches and endless opportunities for recreation. For adventure seekers, the state boasts stunning multi-colored sandstone cliffs, high freshwater sand dunes, two National Lakeshores and Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary in Lake Huron. You can also learn a lot about this country by exploring any of the 129 lighthouses, maritime museums, shipwreck-diving preserves and historic military fortifications. Given the countless activities that you can indulge in during your visit here, it is given that you will need to spend a day or more. Check out the best kid-friendly resorts available in Michigan, USA.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to kid-friendly amenities and activities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 17, 2024.
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1. Drummond Island Resort & Conference Center (from USD 188)
Reasonable pricing for spacious rooms and amenities.
Plenty of activities, rustic feel, and modern amenities. Some areas may need maintenance.
Beautiful, tranquil location with convenient access to hiking trails and onsite restaurant.
Varied dining options, excellent breakfast, but some mixed reviews on onsite restaurant.
At an affordable price, you can secure a room at the famous Drummond Island Resort & Conference Center which offers a 24-hour service desk, a swimming pool, a fitness center, a sauna, a kids’ playground and an on-site restaurant. For maximum comfort during your stay, each room at Drummond Island Resort & Conference Center has been equipped with air conditioning, a comfy seating area, comfy beds, a desk for your laptop, a cable TV and a bathroom with a shower, bath and free toiletries. Other important services offered by the resort include ticketing, printing services, tours planning, shuttle services and room service.
Drummond Island Resort & Conference Center
Address: 33494 South Maxton Road
208.91 km (129.9 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse City
2. Crystal Mountain (from USD 276)
Slightly costly, but worth it for on-property amenities and beautiful views.
Great amenities including indoor pool, hiking trails, and unexpected full kitchen in some rooms.
Convenient location for accessing ski hill and mountain bike trails.
Exceptional breakfast, good dining options, but some closures during our stay.
Crystal Mountain is a luxurious kid-friendly resort featuring a 36-hole golf course, both an indoor and outdoor pool with a water playground for kids, a fitness center, an on-site restaurant and an expansive art park. This resort is highly recommended mostly because it is located only 30 minutes’ drive from Traverse City, 41 kilometers (25 miles) from Cherry Capital Airport, making it easy to explore the area. Each room at Crystal Mountain is equipped with a microwave, a refrigerator, a cable TV, a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Free internet and an ample parking space are also provided by the host.
Crystal Mountain
Address: 12500 Crystal Mountain Drive
36.52 km (22.7 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse City
3. The Inn at Harbor Shores (from USD 328)
Enjoy your vacation in style as you spend your nights in this five-star resort located adjacent the Harbor Shore Golf Course only four minutes’ drive from downtown St Joseph. The Inn at Harbor Shores boasts incredible features such as both indoor and outdoor pools, kids playground, a spa, a fitness center and a restaurant. Each room at The Inn at Harbor Shores are equipped with an air-conditioner, coffee-making facilities, a cable TV, a minibar, a safe and a desk. Guests also have access to their own bathroom where they will find a shower and free toiletries. Free internet and a secure parking space are also available.
The Inn at Harbor Shores
Address: 800 Whitwam Drive
299.32 km (186.0 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse City
4. Grand Traverse Resort and Spa (from USD 274)
Varied pricing, $100-$120 a night more appropriate for some accommodations
Huge resort with golf course, glass elevator, swim and fitness facilities, multiple pools, and private lake access
Perfect location near Traverse City, though a bit far from downtown
Good breakfast, but overpriced dining options and limited doordash choices
Situated 1.6 kilometers (roughly a mile) from the shores of Lake Michigan, Grand Traverse Resort and Spa boasts three golf courses, an on-site restaurant, a luxurious spa, tennis courts, a kids club, a fitness center and an indoor pool. The resort is strategically located just 14.5 kilometers (9 miles) from Central Traverse City and 14 minutes’ drive from Cherry Capital Airport. Inside your booked room, you should expect to find a flat-screen TV, a music system, comfy beds, a safe, and coffee-making facilities. At an additional price, you can also secure deluxe rooms which feature a spa bath and refrigerator. Free internet access and a secure parking space are also available.
Grand Traverse Resort And Spa
Address: 100 Grand Traverse Village Boulevard
13.32 km (8.3 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse City
5. Boyne Mountain
Welcome to Michigan. While you are here, it is highly recommended that you book a room at this luxurious resort located 31 kilometers (19.2 miles) from Charlevoix, 23 kilometers (14.2 miles) from Petoskey and 70 kilometers (43.4 miles) from Cherry Capital Airport. The resort features a restaurant, a swimming pool, a kids club and a gift shop. At Boyne Mountain Resort, all of the rooms are decorated with priceless art and equipped with modern facilities such as air-conditioning, a music system, a flat-screen TV, a safe and a desk for your laptop. Guests also have access to a private bathroom where they will find a hairdryer, a bath and free toiletries. Clean towels and linens are provided upon request.
Boyne Mountain
Address: 1 Boyne Mountain Road
73.51 km (45.7 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse City
6. Boyne Highlands
Come and create unforgettable memories in Michigan as you spend peaceful nights in this luxurious resort located in Harbor Springs. Boyne Highlands resort features a fitness center, a business center, vending machines, a tennis court, a kids’ playground, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour front desk. During the vacation, guests can indulge in various activities including hiking, cycling and skiing. Boyne Highlands offers rooms with an air conditioner, a wardrobe, comfy beds, a minibar, cable TV, a desk for your laptop and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and linens are also provided by the host.
The Highlands at Harbor Springs
Address: 600 Highlands Drive
98.76 km (61.4 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse City
7. Tawas Bay Beach Resort (from USD 164)
Reasonable pricing for modern facility and beachfront location.
Beachfront location, outdoor bar, pool, sauna, and close to downtown attractions.
Conveniently located within walking distance of downtown area and attractions.
Good dining options with beach bar, but some guests found the restaurant prices high and service slow.
Are you planning to visit Michigan any time soon? If you are then you should as well book a room in this luxurious resort offering private beach access, an indoor pool, a kids club, a restaurant, a hot tub, dry sauna and a 24-hour hour front desk. Each room at Tawas Bay Beach Resort is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a minibar, air conditioning, a balcony with stunning views of the lake or the city and a private bathroom with a bath, shower and free toiletries. Other important amenities worth mentioning include free access to the internet and a secure parking space.
Tawas Bay Beach Resort & Conference Center
Address: 300 E Bay St
178.71 km (111.1 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse City
8. Chimney Corners Resort
Reasonable pricing comparable to other properties in the area
Well-equipped cabins with kitchen amenities and cozy gas fireplaces
Perfectly situated across the street from Crystal Lake and close to Lake Michigan beaches and Traverse City
Convenient dining options nearby, such as Rocks Landing, and easy access to restaurants and a grocery store in Frankfort
Located only 61 kilometers (37.9 miles) from Cherry Capital Airport, Chimney Corners Resort boasts incredible facilities such as a bar, kids, club, a shared lounge and an on-site restaurant. Each room at Chimney Corners Resort has been furnished with comfy beds, a flat-screen TV, a safe, air conditioning, a desk for your laptop and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and free toiletries. Guests who book their space at Chimney Corners Resort also have access to various outdoor activities which include hiking, cycling and fishing. Before booking, please note that Chimney Corners Resort is strictly a no-smoking zone.
Chimney Corners Resort
Address: 1602 Crystal Drive
44.6 km (27.8 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse City
9. Keweenaw Mountain Lodge
Keweenaw Mountain Lodge is a world-class resort located in a very safe and family-friendly neighborhood, offering outstanding facilities such as an onsite restaurant, a well-kept garden, and a kids’ playground. Those who choose to secure their space at Keweenaw Mountain Lodge can also take part in the nearby activities including hiking and cycling. At this resort, each room is furnished with an air conditioner, free internet access, comfy beds, a desk for your laptop, a flat-screen TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with a shower, bath and free toiletries. An ample parking space is also available for the guests
Keweenaw Mountain Lodge
Address: 14252 US Hwy 41
349.44 km (217.2 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse City
10. Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort (from USD 163)
Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort is a world-class resort boasting a fitness center, a shared lounge, a restaurant, a bar, a casino, and an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk and room service. The resort is strategically located only 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) from both Rose Arena and Kelly Shorts Stadium. This resort is preferred by most guests because of the facilities available in their rooms which include air-conditioning, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine, a desk and a private bathroom with a bath, a hairdryer, shower and free toiletries. If you are planning to book this accommodation, please note that it is a no-smoking zone.
Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort
Address: 6800 Soaring Eagle Boulevard
146.15 km (90.9 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse City
Discover all the gems in Michigan, USA
It does not matter what brings you to this beautiful state of Michigan, while you are here, you will have so much to discover. Check out the list above for the best kid-friendly accommodations and book your favorite one today.
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