Charlevoix Yacht Club

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Whether you prefer a hotel or a vacation rental, Charlevoix has options for every stay—from cozy beach cottages to full-service hotels. Browse Northern Michigan Escapes, Airbnb, and Vrbo for rentals, or choose one of the hotel options listed below; if you’d like help or recommendations, contact us and we’ll share our favorites.

Just steps from downtown Charlevoix and the waterfront, Edgewater Inn offers comfortable rooms with lake or garden views, free Wi‑Fi, and complimentary parking. The front desk can assist with local recommendations and late check‑ins. You may find some of these condos listed on VRBO or Airbnb.

Edgewater Inn

Pointes North Inn — Comfortable lakeside stay within walking distance of downtown Charlevoix. Rooms offer complimentary Wi‑Fi, free parking, and easy access to the beach and local shops.

Pointes North Inn

Nestled between the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Charlevoix, this hotel is less than 1 mile from the center of Charlevoix. A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV are included in every guest room at Charlevoix Inn &amp; Suites. A hairdryer and ironing facilities are also provided in all rooms. Guests can enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or relax in the hot tub at Inn and Suites Charlevoix. Free parking is available on site. The front desk is available 24-hours a day. Belvedere Golf Club is a 6-minute drive from this hotel. Balsam Creek Nature Preserve and Castle Farms are less than 5 miles from the property.

Charlevoix Inn & Suites SureStay Collection by Best Western

Located in Charlevoix, within 24 miles of Andrew J. Blackbird Museum and 22 miles of Monument Golf Course, AmericInn by Wyndham Charlevoix provides accommodations with a shared lounge as well as free private parking for guests who drive. With a garden, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk. A continental breakfast is available at the hotel. Pellston Regional Airport is 35 miles away.

AmericInn by Wyndham Charlevoix

With a stay at Villa Moderne Motel in Charlevoix, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Charlevoix Circle of Arts and Belvedere Golf Club. This motel is 1. 3 mi (2. 1 km) from Charlevoix Beach and 2. 3 mi (3. 7 km) from Lake Chalevoix Depot Beach. This smoke-free motel features snowboarding nearby, sledding nearby, and snow tubing nearby. Recreational activities include downhill skiing nearby, cross-country skiing nearby, and snowshoeing nearby. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 12 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.

adoba® inn & suites

Accommodations

Driving:If you are driving, enjoy the early fall colors as you wind through Northern Michigan to reach this special coastal town. Trust us, those long miles in the car will be well worth it once you arrive! Flying:If you are planning to travel by aircraft, we recommend flying into Traverse City (TVC) or Pellston (PLN) airports. You will still have to drive into Charlevoix and may require a rental car or a friend to pick you up! It is about 50 miles from Traverse City and 40 miles from Pellston. Unfortunately, ride share companies are quite limited in this area and we recommend securing your ground transportation ahead of time-- there are rental car companies onsite. Once you arrive, kick your feet up and relax. Check out our "Things to Do" page for some activities we recommend or simply take a stroll by the lake-- you may find a Petoskey stone or two.

Getting Here

Our charming town is full of things to do while you visit. Spend time on the lake, in the woods or at the golf course. Stroll through downtown and grab a bite to eat, have some libations or shop for your next favorite sweater. Be sure not to miss our historic lighthouse-- and it's not a trip to Charlevoix without getting stuck by the drawbridge! If you're feeling really adventurous, you may enjoy a day trip to Mackinac Island or walk across the Sky Bridge at Boyne Mountain.

Streets lined with coffee shops, book shops, clothing shops galore! There is something for everyone. Walk down by the marina, hang in the park, or get an ice cream cone. Charlevoix Cinema III has showtimes for the whole family. There is plenty to do in the heart of this town.

Downtown Charlevoix

A historic landmark and beloved marker of our town located at Lake Michigan Beach where you will find easy public parking and plenty of room to roam the lakeshore. You can easily walk down the pier from downtown. Check out the link attached for more "things to do" from our Visit Charlevoix website.

Charlevoix South Pier Lighthouse

Mt. McSauba is our beloved "mountain" of Charlevoix. Small enough to hike up in a matter of minutes and get an incredible view. There is also a series of wooded trails that flank the coast. Check out the sand dunes, head down to the water or even bring your best disc golf skills as they have a full course available to the public.

Mt. McSauba Recreation Area

Northern Michigan is a premier destination for anyone who loves the game, whether you're a scratch golfer or just picking it up-- be sure not to miss out on some excellent local tracks. To name a few: Charlevoix Country Club (now Charlevoix Golf and Fitness), Charlevoix Golf Club (our municipal course), Dunmaglas, Antrim Dells, Bay Harbor and the Boyne Resorts.

Golf

With crystal clear, fresh (no salt!) waters, getting out on the lake is a MUST. There are some local rental companies who can hook you up with kayaks, paddleboards, boats and jet skis. Or simply find yourself at one of our many local beaches to take a swim or dip your feet in. Be sure to look for Petoskey Stones or beach glass, so many treasures to be found.

Water Activities 

Thinking about a snack? Tap Rooms/Distilleries: Bridge Street Tap Room, The Back Lot, Gypsy Distillery, Boyne City Tap Room, Bier's Inwood Brewery, Stiggs Brewery and Kitchen, Vue Wine Bar, Petoskey Brewing Company, Mammoth Distilling, Shorts Brewery Breakfast/Cafes: Cafe Meria, That French Place, Harwood Gold, Smoke on the Water, Harbor View Cafe Lakeside Dining: The Landing, The Weathervane, Barrel Back, Cafe Sante Sweets: The Taffy Barrel, Kilwin's, Dairy Grille, Murdick's Fudge

Eat, Drink and Be Merry

On Thursdays from May through October come downtown to meet our local vendors for the Farmer's Market. Located on Bridge Street (the main drag) from 8 am to 1 pm.

Charlevoix Farmer's Market

Earl Young created homes to seamlessly blend into their surrounding landscapes without the use of blueprints. His designs are sprinkled into our community. He would find unique stones and boulders, burying them or hiding them in secrete locations in the lake to use for future projects. Check out the self guided walking tour or be sure to be on the lookout while driving around.

Earl Young Mushroom Houses

Originating as a model working dairy farm to test equipment prior to being sold in the Sears Catalog, this historic location is worth checking out. Before becoming a destination wedding venue, it was known for hosting world-renowned artists such as Ozzy Osborne, Aerosmith, Metallica, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Bob Dylan, The Beach Boys and so many others. "Castle Farms offers the chance to explore acres of gardens, learn over a century of history, view entrancing collections, discover dragons near an enchanted forest, experience Michigan’s largest outdoor model railroad, and taste wine from 1918 Cellars!"

Castle Farms

"Venture along the 1,200-foot-long, 118-foot-high pedestrian bridge between McLouth and Disciples Ridge peaks, overlooking the Boyne Valley at Boyne Mountain Resort." This suspension bridge is sure to take your breath away.

SkyBridge Michigan

Have you ever dreamed of a quaint island with shops, bars and endless picturesque views but without all the busy noise of traffic zooming by? Mackinac Island is cut straight out of a storybook. There are no cars, so you will rely on horse-drawn carriages, bicycles or your own two feet to get you where you need to go. Check out the historic Fort, Arch Rock and of course the Grand Hotel where Christopher Reeve filmed Somewhere in Time.

Mackinac Island

Things to Do

Come as you are and wear what makes you comfortable! No formalities here. The wedding party will be wearing shades of blue to match our Lake Charlevoix backdrop.