Colonial Fort Michilimackinac in Mackinaw City
The history of the fur trade in Northern Michigan is captured at Colonial Michilimackinac in Mackinaw City.
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Our Northern Michigan Lodging Guide features places to stay while you are traveling in the area. Lodging options include hotels, motels, resorts, cottages, vacation rentals, and bed & breakfasts. Some are just right for families, and others are perfect for a romantic getaway. Where you stay for the night can make or break your vacation, and even though you may not spend a lot of time in your room, you still want a good night’s sleep. Use this guide to select a clean, comfortable, and affordable place to stay.
Hotels and motels are available in towns throughout Northern Michigan. Wherever you travel, hotels and motels are convenient, and many offer guest perks and travel discounts! Hotels and motels offer extra amenities, such as complimentary coffee or breakfast, swimming pools, air conditioning, and very comfortable beds!
When you stay at a charming bed and breakfast, it will likely be in a lovely turn-of-the-century home. Bed and Breakfast innkeepers will give you special attention and make you feel at home. Delicious breakfasts and one-of-a-kind bedrooms will make your stay memorable, and some rooms include private baths, and fireplaces for an extra-comfortable and cozy experience.
When you stay in a cottage or vacation rental, you’ll enjoy amenities including full kitchens. Having a place all to yourself is a relaxing vacation. Choose from cabins, cottages, apartments, condominiums, and home rentals, all completely furnished to make your stay comfortable, carefree, and budget friendly.
TRAVEL TIP — Be sure to reserve your vacation rental early, especially if you plan to travel in the peak summer season, or you may find limited availability for the type of lodging you prefer, in the town you plan to visit.
The history of the fur trade in Northern Michigan is captured at Colonial Michilimackinac in Mackinaw City.
When visiting Northern Michigan, be sure to ride one of the local Lake Michigan ferries. It’s an adventure that should be on every travelers’ Up North bucket list!
The Andrew J. Blackbird Museum is named for a counselor who helped Native American veterans. Native American artifacts fill the museum space.
Historic Mill Creek has 625 acres along Lake Huron, 3.5 miles of hiking trails, a reconstructed saw mill, mill dam, and more.
The Harbor Springs History Museum offers a unique look at the history of the community, starting with the first Catholic missionaries.
Harbor Springs, Michigan has a vibrant, beautiful downtown business district complete with a beach, waterfront, shopping, dining, parks, and more!
