Stay
The Petoskey Area in northern Michigan is home to a variety of accommodation options in
Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Bay Harbor, Bay View, Alanson, Boyne City, and Boyne Falls.
Whether you’re looking for a stay at a ski resort or somewhere closer to one of the downtown
areas, there are several options to choose from. Take a look at all lodging options on their
website.
Hotels & Motels
The Petoskey Area has a wide range of full-service hotels and motels located in Petoskey,
Harbor Springs, Boyne City, Boyne Falls, and Alanson. Depending on what you are looking for
at your hotel you should be able to find everything you need as an indoor pool, hot tub, on-site
restaurant, a fireplace lounge, or complimentary breakfast. Looking for something a bit more
unique? There are boutique hotel experiences too.
Historic Hotels & Inns
Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and Bay View historic hotels and inns date back to 1886, a time
when life flowed at a slower pace. In Petoskey you can experience the Perry Hotel, originally
built in 1899, now with 75 uniquely elegant guest rooms and a casual pub with live
entertainment. Harbor Springs mainstay is the historic Colonial Inn that was established in 1894.
Bay View is home to two historic inns, Stafford’s Bay View Inn and the Terrace Inn. Both of
these provide guest rooms that are quaintly appointed and offer onsite dining at the Roselawn
Dining Room at the Bay View Inn and the 1911 Restaurant at the Terrace Inn.
Resorts
Added amenities and on-site activities complement area accommodations, making them the
stunning resorts that they are. Check out places like Boyne Mountain Resort in Boyne Falls, the
Inn at Bay Harbor, The Highlands at Harbor Springs, and the Village Suites in Bay Harbor.
Whether it’s outstanding golf or skiing, these resorts make for an amazing vacation in northern
Michigan.
Vacation Rentals & Condos
Coming to the Petoskey area with the whole family or even extended family? Sometimes it can
be nice to stay in accommodations similar to what you have at home – like a vacation rental or
condo! Petoskey, Harbor Springs, Boyne City, Boyne Falls, and Bay Harbor all have wonderful
vacation homes and condos to choose from for your dream vacation.
Eat & Drink
There is so much fun to be had and even more amazing culinary and beverage choices to experience! The restaurants, breweries, and wineries in the Petoskey Area make your northern Michigan vacation even more special.
Restaurants & Cafés
From casual restaurants for the whole family to fancier culinary delights, there is something for everyone and every occasion. There are many different coffee shops and cafes to choose from as well.
Wineries
16 northern Michigan wineries make up the Petoskey Wine Region that you are sure to love. Some must-stop wineries are Boyne Valley Vineyards, Petoskey Farms, and Mackinaw Trail Winery & Brewery. Feeling like you may need a tour and a designated driver? There are a few wine tour companies you can check out.
Breweries & Spirits
The Petoskey Area is home to nine unique craft breweries to try including Petoskey Brewing, Beards Brewery, and Elder Piper Beer & Cider to name a few. For locally distilled spirits you can find Gypsy Distillery in Petoskey and Muskrat Distilling in Boyne City! Each of these offer their own unique flavors and tasting room experiences.
Winter Fun
The Petoskey Area welcomes you with some of the best snow sports in the Midwest! On top of this there are so many great cozy amenities to check out if snow sports really aren’t your thing. Who knows, you might discover your next great passion if you give it a try!
Ski Resorts
Harbor Springs and Boyne Falls are home to some of the greatest ski resorts in Michigan! The Highlands, Nub’s Nob, and Boyne Mountain are all located in the Petoskey Area and offering acres and acres of downhill skiing and riding terrain to enjoy for all experience levels.
Snowmobiling
The Petoskey Area is home to more than 140 miles of forested pathways designated for snowmobile riding throughout Emmet and Charlevoix Counties. Check out PetoskeyArea.com for information on snowmobile rentals, trails, and map resources.
Off the Slopes
The Petoskey Area has so many fun things to do off the slopes as well, whether it’s indoors or a winter adventure off the slopes like cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, winter zipline adventure, ice skating, and sledding.
Attractions
From well-known places to hidden gems, the Petoskey Area is full of great attractions. In every season there is something that each of the communities is best known. Take a look at some seasonal and year-round favorites!
Ski Resorts
During the winter months, ski resorts are key attractions in the Area offering downhill skiing, snowboarding, winter tubing, and more day or night. With some world-class snowmaking capabilities, Area slopes offer conditions that are enjoyable on a beautiful northern Michigan day or night.
Sky Bridge Michigan
Welcomed to Boyne Mountain Resort in 2022, SkyBridge Michigan is renowned as the world’s longest timber towered suspension bridge. This year-round attraction is accessible by chairlift ride to the summit of the ski hill and at 118-feet high and 1,200-feet long you will experience breathtaking valley views. Don’t forget to check out the programming at the top of the bridge and enjoy the views for a while at either the SkyBridge food truck or the Eagle’s Nest.
Enchanted Trail
The Highlands is home to this beautiful winter attraction that comes to life as the sun sets, The Enchanted Trail. This leisurely 1.5-mile walk is decorated with twinkling lights and interactive displays that will lead you to the” Happiness Yurt” where you can enjoy a warm beverage and a s’more.
