West Michigan Museums
West Michigan boasts numerous museums to learn about the area’s rich history and to expand knowledge through activities and exhibits.
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NOTE: Lakeshore Lodging Guide is being upgraded and currently under construction. Traffic is being sent to this West Michigan Guides lodging directory during the transition. Thanks for your patience!
Our West Michigan Lodging Guide features places to stay while you are traveling in West Michigan. 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 West Michigan Lodging Guide to select a clean, comfortable, and affordable place to stay.
Hotels and motels are available in towns throughout West 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.
West Michigan has a variety of lodging options to make your wedding guests comfortable. These hotels, motels, resorts, vacations rentals, and bed and breakfasts will meet your needs for special occasions.
There’s nothing like a night under the stars and gathering around the campfire with family and friends. If you like the great outdoors and being close to nature, you’re in luck, because some of the best campgrounds in the nation are right here in West Michigan!
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.
Ludington Area Lodging — Ludington is the home port for the S.S. Badger car ferry, and a popular harbor town for vacations. Don’t miss seeing the Ludington State Park, voted best in the Midwest!
Hamlin Lake Area Lodging — If your idea of the perfect vacation is by the lake, be sure to visit Hamlin Lake, and enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, and more!
Scottville Area Lodging — Scottville is a small, rural town along the Pere Marquette River, and is best known for the Scottville Clown Band, and the West Michigan Old Engine Club events.
Pere Marquette River Area Lodging — After canoeing the scenic Pere Marquette River, or fishing for a trophy steelhead, find rest at a place to stay along the river.
Silver Lake Sand Dunes Area Lodging — The Silver Lake Sand Dunes is a favorite vacation spot for dune rides, watersports, and more!
Pentwater Area Lodging — While visiting the quaint village of Pentwater along Lake Michigan, be sure to stay awhile at a nice little spot in town, or find more lodging options nearby.
Manistee Area Lodging — Manistee is a unique Victorian Port City located along the Manistee River. Be sure to enjoy the riverwalk, and an abundance of natural areas to visit.
West Michigan boasts numerous museums to learn about the area’s rich history and to expand knowledge through activities and exhibits.
The Pentwater River provides opportunities to experience a paddle sport for the first time or take on a challenge for those more experienced.
Manistee National Forest together with the Huron National Forest occupies almost a million acres of land in Michigan’s lower peninsula.
Various farm markets around Traverse City offer a bounty of the best-tasting produce around, with many open from May until early fall.
The spring/fall runs of steelhead and salmon, the resident brown trout and “brookies” make the PM River extremely popular for fishing.
Winter in Manistee County includes great outdoor activities like skiing, snow shoeing, hiking, ice skating, and more.