Glamping is a lavish outdoor experience chosen by those who wish to spend their vacation in nature, but combine it with hotel-like comforts and pleasures. You can experience it in such places as Traverse City, Michigan. While in this beautiful city, you can enjoy visiting the beautiful Mari Vineyards, Clinch Park, Dennos Museum Center, and much more. You can also relax at the many freshwater beaches or have a look at the wineries. Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore is also worth seeing! There are just a lot of natural attractions to explore, so it’s ideal to spend a couple of days in the city to make the most of it. Continue reading this article to check out the best glamping spots in Traverse City, Michigan, for your next vacation.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, prices, availability of dates, decor, and a location that facilitates glamping or is close to glamping spots. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. The Hive at Little Red Homestead (from USD 349)
The Hive at Little Red Homestead is located in a lush, green forest. This geodesic dome is an ideal place to relax and be alone. However, if you want to be more social, you can also enjoy the community spaces by sharing meals in the gazebo or simply lounging by the fire pit.
If you don’t want to leave the lounge area or order some food, you can always use the grill. For mornings, you can access the mini fridge as the hosts stock it with complimentary breakfast items.
Lake Ann, Michigan, United States
13.53 km (8.5 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse CitySuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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kelsey thought of all the necessary details to make the stay comfortable and relaxingwe had a very comfortable stay and loved all the snacks
2. Charming yurt for four (from USD 99)
This glamping site is nestled in the rear corner of the property. It is located far from all the hustle and bustle, ensuring that your glamping experience is quiet and stress-free. You can bring three other people along with you to this yurt. You can also bring your pets, but note that they should be kept on a leash.
The scenic night sky is truly a sight to behold, and it’s even more beautiful when you enjoy it over a fire pit and a small barbecue party.
Honor, Michigan, United States
31.1 km (19.4 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse CityAccommodates: 2
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beautiful campsite with a spacious tent and bedCleanliness:
the toilet shower combo are clean with lots of hanging hooks for towelsHost:
great spot loved the lodging and the hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for exploring the dunesthe location is also very nice with trees and ferns providing privacy and shadeglamping at its best very comfortable and everything we needed for a quiet relaxing get away up north
3. Romantic, off-grid tent site with generator
This beautiful tent in the woods is a nice place to unwind. For chilly evenings, you can use the woodstove for warmth and coziness. You can also use the propane stove to prepare a hearty meal. There is a coffee maker inside in case you want to drink a hot cup of coffee. The site offers a generator if you’re worried about not having electricity.
Being located in the forest offers a one-of-a-kind wildlife experience. During your stay, you might come across chipmunks, deer, turkeys, and woodpeckers. You can also spot a lot of old trees, mushrooms, wildflowers, and more.
Thompsonville, Michigan, United States
26.56 km (16.5 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse CityAccommodates: 6
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alisha was an awesome hostthis place is amazing and the hosts are so thoughtfuldefinitely enjoyed this glamping experience the hosts were amazing when it came to needing assistanceeverything is perfect and the hosts were super helpful with anything we needed help withthank you for hosting
4. Luxurious platform tent with scenic view (from USD 165)
The lovely Leelanau County countryside makes this glamping experience very scenic. You can make use of the tub at the bathhouse, have fun by reading books or play games in the lounge area. They have an art studio where you can do pottery and other spaces such as a yoga and meditation studio.
If you are planning on taking your car, you have access to free parking within the site.
Cedar, Michigan, United States
22.99 km (14.3 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse CityAccommodates: 2
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very pretty and comfortable amenitiesthe tent was perfect comfortable spacious and you couldn’t match the view waking up in the morningwonderful to read in the common room with the landscape open before usglamping on a king size bed is greatthe tent is very comfortable and overlooks a stunning field of wildflowersCleanliness:
everything was impecably clean and so comfortablealways very clean cozy and of course beautifulthe bathroom is nice and cleanthe bathroom was clean and serene down to the detailsthe tent and accommodations were clean and spotlessHost:
sally & dennis were great hostssally was a wonderful hostthey had recommendations about the area and were very helpfulsally and dennis are the perfect hosts and are practicing wise policies during covidand as airbnb hosts sally raises the bar and inspires usRead more reviewsLocation:
what an amazing location for rest and renewalit provided much-needed peace and distance from everything while also being in relatively close proximity to it allperfect location between traverse city and sleeping bear dunesbeautiful area so close to sleeping bear dunes and the city but you’re still in the countrysideit’s really a pretty place— the kitchenette in the living room shed was cute
5. Private tent site on the meadows
Escape the city’s fast-paced life and find your inner calm in this private tent site! Hear the sounds of nature while stargazing or go to the pond to relax. After a productive day, you can cook some meals with the provided charcoal and propane grills.
The safari-style tent makes it a traveler’s favorite and a one-of-a-kind glamping location. There’s also a sun shower built with heat-locking material for the water to stay warm.
Grawn, Michigan, United States
10.79 km (6.8 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse CityAccommodates: 8
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the tent was clean and even had bedding all set and ready for usHost:
it was a perfect covid-19 friendly escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday lifegreat place to go glamping heidi was very helpful and we enjoyed our time in northern michiganRead more reviewsLocation:
but heidi has almost everything you would need a great location close to everythingthe best aspect by far is the locationwhat an amazing place to camp and get away for the weekend
6. Private tent beside Manistee River (from USD 138)
This glamping site offers outdoor activities such as fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and even snowmobiling. This excursion will deliver a fun-filled glamping holiday where you can get up close and personal with nature. There’s also free parking on-site for your convenience.
Relax to the melodic sounds of the Manistee River outside your decked-out glamping tent. Alternatively, you can stay inside the tent and sleep under the stars, thanks to the lovely window on top. In the mornings, make hearty meals in the shared kitchen.
Fife Lake, Michigan, United States
48.39 km (30.1 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse CityAccommodates: 8
7. Luxury bell tent on lavender and alpaca farm
This luxury accommodation is located on a family-owned campsite filled with lavender plants and a farm where you can see the sunset and sunrise. The bell tent spans over 20 feet (6 meters) and features a window pane ceiling, perfect for stargazing.
After a long, productive day, you can wash the dirt off in the private outdoor shower. If you opt to book a stay during colder seasons, you can still keep warm, thanks to the provided heating and fireplace. But perhaps the cherry on top is that you can spot some friendly alpacas on the property and give them treats.
Mesick, Michigan, United States
38.46 km (23.9 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse CityAccommodates: 4
8. Platte River Wall Tent Paradise
Enjoy nature’s view in this charming wall tent facing the Platte River. Don’t worry when your devices reach low battery because this accommodation provides enough electricity for it. Moreover, the rental offers a treehouse-style outdoor shower. You can also take advantage of the charcoal barbecue grill for a great vacation cookout.
Enjoy the comfort of having a private river frontage, making your glamping experience more intimate. You can also access the rental through a private entrance to ensure extra security.
Honor, Michigan, United States
31.54 km (19.6 mi) from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Traverse CityAccommodates: 4
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tree shower was funthe fan in the tent and electric power strip were a nice touchthe tent was bigger than expected and the tree shower was an adventure for two old peoplegreat view and outdoor shower in the cedar treestent has towels and fan if neededCleanliness:
beds were comfortable and toilet/shower were clean linens and towels were provided and cleanclean functional and relaxingoutdoor shower was hot clean and felt amazingloved our stay private clean and beautifultent was cozy and cleanHost:
great hostowner was responsive helpful and kindbring keurig host was very quick to respond and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great quiet location right by the riverthis is a great locationriver right close in front of you and beautifullygreat location a little noisy from road trafficlocation is great if you want to spend time in the national park sleeping bear dunes
Embark on an adventure in Traverse City
Glamping is a great way to get in touch with nature. Choose from any of the above rentals and start your glamping adventure in Traverse City, Michigan, now.
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