Top 13 Luxury Resorts In Michigan, USA - Updated 2024

Gabriel
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Welcome to the state of Michigan where nature is everybody’s pleasure. The state is known for having some of the best summer destinations in the northern part of the United States. Michigan has beaches with powdery white sand, natural scenery that will take your breath away, and lush flora and fauna covering its forests. Everywhere you go, you will get to see some of the most breathtaking natural wonders you will ever come across. Juxtaposing all these is the presence of some of the grandest and most tantalizing accommodations one can ever experience. These places are the perfect vacation spots for those who want to explore this great state. So read on for some of the top luxury resorts 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 luxury services and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 20, 2024.

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1. Inn at Bay Harbor, Autograph Collection, Petoskey (from USD 331)

There is no way you can compare your stay at The Inn at Bay Harbor to any other resort. This luxury resort near Lake Michigan is just a cut above the rest. First, you get an outstanding view of the water. Then when golden hour comes, the best sunset of your life is yours for the viewing. All rooms, suites, and cottages are equipped with the most luxurious amenities you can find in a resort. Not only that, you have a wide option of cuisines to choose from for your dining pleasure. To top it off, you get a chance to play a round of golf in some of the best courses in Michigan. Lastly, the spa treatments are meant to treat you like a king or queen.

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Inn at Bay Harbor, Autograph Collection

Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille Visual Aid: Tactile

Address: 3600 VILLAGE HARBOR DRIVE, Bay Harbor, Petoskey (MI), United States, 49770
197.45 km (122.7 mi) from Soaring Eagle Slot Palace

2. Marina Grand Resort, New Buffalo

Posted by Marina Grand Resort on Thursday, 11 July 2019

What sets the Marina Grand Resort apart from other vacation resorts in Michigan is that it has its own full-service marina. This is such a big plus, especially for boat and yacht owners. Aside from that, guests marvel at the exquisite decor and amenities in each room that includes fireplaces, balcony seating, flat-screen televisions, and strong WiFi connection. Suites come with kitchens, living rooms, and dining areas. Guests have a choice of soaking under the sun in the outdoor pool or with a sense of privacy in the indoor pool. New Buffalo Harbor sets the perfect backdrop by providing guests a view of blue waters and clear skies which is perfect for sunset viewing.

Marina Grand Resort

Address: 600 W Water St, New Buffalo, MI 49117, USA

Price: From 177 USD

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3. Four Winds Casinos Resort, New Buffalo

Four Winds Casino Resort is luxury defined. If you are looking for a top-rated weekend getaway in Michigan, this is the place to be. Its casino alone has so much to offer with over 3,000 slot machines and hundreds of gaming tables you can play on. Rooms and suites are all impeccably fitted with everything guests may need. You get to experience the best dining options ranging from steaks, American classics, to deli specialties. The Silver Creek Event Center is a place where you get the opportunity to watch the best musical artists perform in intimate concerts. The ever-famous Hard Rock Café always has the best live performances this side of town.

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Four Winds Casino Resort – New Buffalo

Address: 11111 Wilson Road
262.44 km (163.1 mi) from Soaring Eagle Slot Palace

4. Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island

A magical summer sunset captured by Instagram user @Mkj_23 last night. ?

Posted by Grand Hotel on Sunday, 18 August 2019

Stepping inside The Grand Hotel is like traveling in a time machine! Hardly changed since it opened its doors in 1887, the hotel is famous for being the set of the movie Somewhere in Time. When it comes to luxury and opulence, this hotel does not fall short when it comes to amenities, décor, and features. Done in a classic design, it features an outdoor pool, a jogging path, fitness center, tennis courts, and croquet facilities. Known for having the longest porch in the world, the hotel is fitted with a number of romantic gardens where you can stroll around freely. Diners can lavish themselves in the excellent cuisine served in the hotel’s plethora of restaurants.

Grand Hotel

Address: 286 Grand Ave, Mackinac Island, MI 49757, USA

Price: From 890 USD

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5. Drummond Island Resort & Conference Center (from USD 188)

Drummond Island Resort located on South Maxton Road, Drummond, Michigan, offers a range of accommodations including rooms, suites, and full bungalows, depending on what you and your companions need. This summer resort in Michigan offers spaces that have a peaceful ambiance and romantic rustic feel. The accommodations include a flat-screen TV and private bathrooms. Some units have complete kitchens and sitting areas while some offer patios for viewing the lake and the surrounding nature. Aside from the rooms, there is also a fitness center that guests can use, as well as a sauna and a pool. Delicious meals are served daily at the on-site restaurant.

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Drummond Island Resort & Conference Center

8.8 User Rating Wifi Available

Address: 33494 South Maxton Road
279.93 km (174.0 mi) from Soaring Eagle Slot Palace

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar Tennis court Sauna Fitness centre

6. Otsego Club, Gaylord (from USD 148)

Another resort in Michigan that you will definitely enjoy is Otsego Club. This resort with ski-to-door access and located in Gaylord provides its guests with air-conditioned rooms that feature comfortable beds and private bathrooms as well as a TV. While on the property guests are invited to use the outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, outdoor fire pit, terrace, and evening entertainment. If you like billiards, you’re in for a treat. There are three restaurants that serve American cuisine on the property. For skiing, an additional charge applies if you want to avail ski lessons and ski storage. Pets are welcome on the property.

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Otsego Resort

7.2 User Rating Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 696 M-32 East
158.11 km (98.3 mi) from Soaring Eagle Slot Palace

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar Golf course (within 3 km) Terrace Non-smoking rooms

7. Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville (from USD 276)

Beautifully set in Thompsonville, Crystal Mountain is a gorgeous resort that features skiing on 58 downhill slopes. It is also one of the top golf resorts in Michigan. It offers a variety of rooms, all of which come with excellent sleeping arrangements, a private bath with toiletries, and a kitchenette equipped with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee machine. When you stay in Crystal Mountain, you will enjoy full use of its facilities such as WiFi, outdoor fireplace, picnic area, terrace, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, a 36-hole golf course, a water playground, and a full-service spa. This hotel is 30 minutes’ drive from Traverse City.

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Crystal Mountain

Wifi Available

Address: 12500 Crystal Mountain Drive
144.43 km (89.8 mi) from Soaring Eagle Slot Palace

Parking Restaurant Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

8. Bay Pointe Inn, Orangeville (from USD 316)

Nestled in Orangeville, Bay Pointe Inn offers rooms that all come with air-conditioning, WiFi connection, a private bath, various bed types depending on your preference, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms even have a balcony for taking in the view of the gorgeous lake in front of the property. The inn invites its guests to use the pristine indoor pool with plenty of poolside chairs and tables. It also has a hot tub where guests can take a dip. There is also evening entertainment here. Aside from these, guests at the hotel can also enjoy activities in and around Orangeville, such as skiing and cycling. They can also visit Gilmore Car Museum located 24 km (14.91 mi) from the hotel. Bay Pointe Inn offers a continental or buffet breakfast. An on-site bar and restaurant are also available.

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Bay Pointe Inn

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 11456 Marsh Road
131.41 km (81.7 mi) from Soaring Eagle Slot Palace

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Garden

9. Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Williamsburg (from USD 274)

It is pretty hard to beat the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa when it comes to luxurious amenities. Right off the bat, this spa resort in Michigan counts three world-class golf courses, an indoor pool, as well as an outdoor pool for utmost relaxation. A stay here gives you a free ticket to play in not one but two top casinos nearby namely The Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge and The Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel. Luxury accommodations are divided into the hotel, the tower, and the condominium all of which echo class and elegance. With a number of packages to offer, the spa provides some of the best treatments you can get.

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Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 100 Grand Traverse Village Boulevard
144.73 km (90.0 mi) from Soaring Eagle Slot Palace

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna

10. Tawas Bay Beach Resort, East Tawas (from USD 164)

Located in East Tawas, Tawas Bay Beach Resort offers rooms of various sizes and sleeping capacity, with some even offering views of the lake outside. Each room includes a TV and comes with an en-suite bathroom. Of course, guests do not come here only to stay confined in their bedrooms. This beach resort in Michigan has a plethora of facilities and activities that guests of all ages and gender can enjoy. Topping the list is the resort’s private beach area where guests can enjoy water sports, stroll by the beach, and take in the views while relaxing on the many beach chairs and sun loungers available in the area. Indoors, they can enjoy the hot tub, the spacious heated pool with a view, and the dry sauna. Aside from these, the resort is also home to an on-site restaurant and a bar where scrumptious meals and refreshing beverages can be enjoyed.

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Tawas Bay Beach Resort & Conference Center

Wifi Available

Address: 300 E Bay St
122.95 km (76.4 mi) from Soaring Eagle Slot Palace

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

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11. MGM Grand Detroit, Detroit (from USD 405)

Enjoy luxurious and elegant interiors, and feel like you’re staying in a high-end resort in Michigan! At MGM Grand Detroit, you can soak your stress away in a private indoor hot tub or start your morning with an energizing swim in the gorgeous indoor pool.

There is also plenty of entertainment to be had, whether you prefer a laid-back hang out with cocktails at one of the three lounges or a scrumptious dinner at the steakhouse. You can also stay in your room and enjoy a cozy night in with a movie.

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MGM Grand Detroit

Address: 1777 3rd Street
194.92 km (121.2 mi) from Soaring Eagle Slot Palace

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna

12. The H Hotel, a Dolce by Wyndham, Midland (from USD 279)

Take soothing walks on the beautiful property grounds or soak in a hot tub to fully enjoy your stay at The H Hotel, a Dolce by Wyndham, Midland. Traveling businessmen will surely enjoy the top-notch meeting and business facilities, such as the conference rooms and a business center.

After a full day of meetings, lounge and relax in the classy hotel bar or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. In the mornings, grab your coffee at the on-site cafe or order room service if you prefer staying indoors.

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The H Hotel

Address: 111 W Main St
37.0 km (23.0 mi) from Soaring Eagle Slot Palace

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms

13. Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, Mount Pleasant (from USD 163)

Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort has every amenity you want and need in a vacation destination. Dive into the resort’s luxurious accommodations to get the rest you need. Music lovers rejoice! The resort has two huge venues where some of the best concert artists perform live. Submerge yourself in a relaxing dip in the pool or by having a specialized treatment at the spa. Dining and drinking options are limitless with no less than 10 establishments serving food, beer, and coffee. Experience the best live music while watching your favorite sports teams in one of the several flat-screen televisions around at Ascend bar. And if that is not enough, there is the casino to help you win big.

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Experience unequaled luxury in Michigan

Dip into highest quality living by spending your vacation in any of these luxurious holiday destinations in Michigan. Lavish yourself in opulent accommodations while indulging in fine dining. Get to experience the best entertainment from world-renowned artists who come to play in these places live. And submerge yourself in all the amenities and features these places have in store for you.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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