Leelanau County is home to gorgeous beaches, a blossoming culinary scene and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Explore our list of lodging options including inns, resorts, lodges and campsites across Leelanau to start planning your Northern Michigan vacation. And find more ideas throughout the region at Northern Michigan Lodging.

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Leelanau Inns to Stay in During Your Northern Michigan Vacation 

Inn at Black Star Farms | Suttons Bay
Elegant inn surrounded by Black Star Farms’ vineyard and winery.

M22 Inn Empire | Empire
A Victorian Inn with mid-century modern motel units. Set in the midst of Sleeping Bear Dunes, a two-minute walk to Little Glen Lake. You can also stay at the M22 Inn in Suttons Bay, which has beautiful views of West Bay.

Snowbird Inn | Leland
Stately and comfortable, located just south of Leland near beaches and wine country.

Riverside Inn | Leland
Lovely, renovated historic inn on the Leland River in downtown Leland.

Vineyard Inn | Suttons Bay
A 12-suite European-style inn on West Grand Traverse Bay two miles from Suttons Bay.

Whaleback Inn | Leland
Updated vintage inn with rooms and cottages on Lake Leelanau just south of Leland.

Sylvan Inn | Glen Arbor
Historic inn on the outskirts of Glen Arbor. Rocking chairs on the porch for a relaxing morning.

Cottonwood Inn | Empire
Historic farmhouse nestled in the trees, within walking distance of Empire beach and the town of Empire.

Anchor Inn | Traverse City
Cozy cabins with a private beach north of Traverse City and located on Leelanau Peninsula in Leelanau County. This 1940s inn features thoughtful renovations and classic touches to ensure your stay is enjoyable.

Black Star Farms

The Inn at Black Star Farms in Suttons Bay.

Resorts on Leelanau Peninsula & in Leelanau County

The Homestead | Glen Arbor
A jewel set on Sleeping Bear Bay loaded with condos, hotel rooms, homes and an inn, great eateries and many more amenities

Fountain Point Resort | Lake Leelanau
A historic family resort with a 14-room inn and 19 cottages on Lake Leelanau.

LeBear Luxury Resort | Glen Arbor
On Sleeping Bear Bay in downtown Glen Arbor.

Black Star Farms

Photo by The Homestead

Sunset views from the spa at The Homestead Resort in Glen Arbor.

Leelanau Lodging Options for Your Trip

Falling Waters Lodge | Leland
Stay in Leland’s Fishtown in this 12-room/ suite hotel wedged between the Leland River and the Leland Harbor.

Jolli Lodge | Leland
Vintage-feeling guest rooms, condos and cottages set on Good Harbor Bay.

Leland Lodge | Leland
Graciously updated icon tucked in the heart of Leland outfitted with rooms and cottages.

Sunset Lodge | Omena
Established in 1898. Modern suites and apartments overlook- ing sweet Omena Bay.

 

Falling Waters Lodge

Photo by Falling Waters Lodge

Falling Waters Lodge in Fishtown, Leland.

Leelanau Bed & Breakfast Stays

Korner Kottage | Suttons Bay
An elegant bed and breakfast in downtown Suttons Bay.

Northern Dream Bed & Breakfast | Suttons Bay
Suttons Bay bed and breakfast with delicious dishes and easy access to the TART Trail and local wineries.

Glen Arbor Bed and Breakfast | Glen Arbor
Suites, private cottages and awesome breakfasts at the main crossroads of Glen Arbor.

Sleeping Bear Bed and Breakfast | Empire
Updated 1890s farmhouse set between Traverse City and Empire.

Glen Arbor Bed and Breakfast

Photo by Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast

Glen Arbor Bed & Breakfast.

RV Resorts in Leelanau

Indigo Bluffs | Glen Arbor
Amenity-filled RV Park, RV resort and cottages conveniently set between Empire and Glen Arbor.

Lake Leelanau RV Park | Lake Leelanau
196 sites with hookups, restrooms, showers, boat ramp, laundry facilities and more, all set on 800 feet of Lake Leelanau frontage.

Wild Cherry Resort | Lake Leelanau
Large lots, peaceful, set in wine country. Welcomes Class A, 5th wheels and travel trailers. Also offers a yurt, tent and cabins.

Camping on Leelanau Peninsula & In Leelanau County

Leelanau State Park | Northport
Set at the tip of the peninsula, offering a rustic campground and several cabins on or near Lake Michigan.

D.H. Day Campground | Glen Arbor
Tucked in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, rustic sites are on or near Sleeping Bear Bay.

Empire Township Campground | Empire
Rustic serenity in the woods outside of Empire.

Leelanau Pines | Cedar
181 modern campsites loaded with amenities including frontage on Lake Leelanau.

Falling Waters Lodge

Photo by Taylor Brown

D.H. Day Campground in Glen Arbor at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Searching for additional lodging options in Leelanau? Visit Airbnb, VRBO or local companies like Leelanau Vacation Rentals to book your Northern Michigan stay.

Photo(s) by M22 Inn Glen Arbor