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A modern building with a glass facade and a sign for Turtle Creek Casino & Resort.

A modern multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign reading "Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel".

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging pendant lights.

1. Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel

11.6 km from Island Lake

Elina

AED 592

AED 627 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and a staircase.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a coffee machine in the background.

A covered outdoor deck with wooden flooring, cushioned chairs, and a hammock.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a diving board, and a sunlit room with windows.

2. All Seasons Resort

8.4 km from Island Lake

Riel

AED 437

AED 463 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A sign for Sandbar Lodge with a landscaped garden in front.

A hot tub with a control panel, a step, and a small table.

A bedroom with a wooden slat wall, a bed with striped pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small plant.

3. The Sandbar Lodge at Torch Lake

14.1 km from Island Lake

Donna

AED 470

AED 498 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A beach with rows of white lounge chairs and umbrellas, a calm sea, and a distant shoreline.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant land.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled deck.

4. Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

20 km from Island Lake

Andrea

AED 360

AED 428 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

5. Fife Lake Retreat

17.2 km from Island Lake

Trevor

AED 241

AED 1,018 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a large dining table.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, a tiled floor, and large windows.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a bar area.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a beach area with sun loungers, and a dock extending into the water.

6. Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

19.4 km from Island Lake

Breanna

AED 463

AED 543 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

A room with a large window, two chairs, a small table, and a bed.

A park with picnic tables and a barbecue grill.

A hotel room with a large window, two chairs, a small table, and a bed.

7. Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn

19.6 km from Island Lake

Lisa

AED 272

AED 288 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A beach with rows of lounge chairs and a clear view of the ocean.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a beachside location, and a view of the water.

A balcony with a view of a calm lake and a sandy beach.

A beach view with umbrellas and a person playing guitar.

8. Alexandra Inn

19.1 km from Island Lake

JILL

AED 499

AED 585 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A row of green and blue Adirondack chairs facing a body of water, with a Sleep Inn sign in the background.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a sofa, a coffee table, a large pillar, a door, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a glass coffee table, a stone fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Outdoor patio seating with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

9. Sleep Inn & Suites Bay View Acme - Traverse City

17.4 km from Island Lake

Richard

AED 371

AED 412 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large building with a modern design, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a calm lake reflecting the structure.

A beachside seating area with lounge chairs and a fire pit.

A golf course with a pond, sand bunkers, and a water tower in the background.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a tall building in the background.

10. Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

16.7 km from Island Lake

kathleen

AED 493

AED 624 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a seating area with chairs and tables, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a dresser, and a balcony with a view.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large bed, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

A lakeside view with a sandy beach, red chairs, and a small shed.

11. Cherry Tree Inn & Suites

18.9 km from Island Lake

sabrina

AED 350

AED 562 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A kitchen with a coffee maker, two cups, and a view of the sea.

A hotel with a central building, a parking area, and a river in the foreground.

A spacious living area with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A covered balcony with a view of a lake and a parking area.

12. Gold Coast Inn - At the Bay in Traverse City

18.5 km from Island Lake

Jennifer

AED 316

AED 382 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

A swimming pool with a blue tiled edge, a hot tub, and a door in the background.

A lobby with a brown sofa, green chairs, a round table, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a small table, a bed, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Acme-Traverse City by IHG

17.3 km from Island Lake

Stephen

AED 386

AED 428 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern restaurant with a large TV screen, wooden tables, and chairs. There are various food items and a coffee machine visible.

A modern indoor space with a refrigerated beverage display, seating area, and a counter labeled 'Market'.

A modern reception area with a counter, a 'Market' sign, and a refrigerated display of beverages.

14. avid hotel Traverse City by IHG

19.6 km from Island Lake

Jonathan

AED 433

AED 481 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.

A room with red walls, a wooden cabinet, a framed certificate, and a window with curtains.

A room with three wooden chairs with striped upholstery against a bright pink wall.

A red-walled room with a beige patterned sofa, a wooden chair, and a potted plant.

15. Rodeway Inn Kalkaska

9.3 km from Island Lake

Sophia

AED 283

AED 300 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a TV, and a bed.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

An outdoor patio with a built-in fire feature, seating area, and a dining set.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

16. Residence Inn By Marriott Traverse City

19.3 km from Island Lake

ARBEN

AED 496

AED 550 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

A hotel room with a bathtub, a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bottle of wine.

A dark blue exterior with a white door and a small balcony with a railing.

A beach with two blue chairs facing the water.

17. Pointes North Beachfront Hotel – 2 Person Spa Tub Studios

19.2 km from Island Lake

Lori

AED 277

AED 322 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel with a view of the water, a parking lot, and a road.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a small table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a fireplace, a gray sofa, and a television on a stand.

18. Traverse Bay Inn

19.1 km from Island Lake

Wayne

AED 324

AED 373 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A North Country Inn with a signboard advertising amenities like HBO, phone, air conditioning, and free WiFi.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

A small, well-organized office with a coffee station, a water cooler, and various informational posters on the wall.

A wall with various framed certificates, awards, and informational posters.

19. North Country American Inn

8.8 km from Island Lake

Janice

AED 290

AED 308 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A restaurant with wooden flooring, white chairs, a stone fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a large window with patterned curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, a window with curtains, and a view of trees and a building outside.

A hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a coffee table, and a painting of a sunset over a pier.

20. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Traverse City

19.8 km from Island Lake

Patthanit

AED 327

AED 363 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Island Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 561 reviews	View
All Seasons Resort	8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
The Sandbar Lodge at Torch Lake	9.6 Exceptional 47 reviews	View
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,875 reviews	View
Fife Lake Retreat	9.0 Wonderful 9 reviews	View

Top Island Lake Hotel Reviews

North Country American Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice. The lady who checked me in, in the afternoon, was very pleasant and helpful."

Cozy Chalet in the Heart of Northern Michigan

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay!"

Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit.

8/10 Good

"Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: good location for bike trails"

Torch Lake Sandbar FUN! Pontoon!!Amazing fall views! Hot tub!! Ski Area Book now

8/10 Good

"Land was wonderful. Hiking on the property was one of most positive experiences I have ever had on a vacation. Stunning."

Fiebing's Rustic/Remote Cabin on two Private Lakes

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful view out the large front windows to the lake and woods beyond. One of those weeks where we used both heat and a/c and both were adequate. A bedroom flooring change would put this one to the top of our list."

Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed a wonderful long weekend away at the cabin. Full of relaxing fun, horseshoes, basketball, cooking over the fire, floating the river and hiking! A great time with family. Thank you!"

Nestled in forest with private hiking trails. Near horse show, beaches & golfing

10/10 Excellent

"This property was perfect for our trip. We stayed here while boating on the lakes nearby. Plenty of room in the driveway for 2 boats. The house was as described and worked great for our group. The hiking trails were nice for a short walk through the woods as well!"

Giuliana Rose Farmhouse

10/10 Excellent

"This home is beautiful and exactly what we needed for our extended family! Loved everything about it!"

Pond Views, Horse Show, Casino, near Traverse

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great family reunion at this property! It served all of our needs for space, cleanliness, and amenities. It also provided great proximity to a nearby casino, local wineries, and Traverse City. I would recommend and definitely stay here again with a large group."

Other attractions near Island Lake

Darby Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Darby Lake during your travels in Kalkaska. Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.

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Little Guernsey Lakes

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Little Guernsey Lakes during your travels in Kalkaska. Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.

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Guernsey Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Guernsey Lake during your travels in Kalkaska. Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.

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Haynes Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Haynes Lake during your travels in Williamsburg. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

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Root Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Root Lake during your travels in Williamsburg. Visit the area's casinos and shops.

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Sand Lakes

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sand Lakes during your travels in Williamsburg. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the golf courses.

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Smith Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Smith Lake during your travels in Kalkaska. Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.

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Sand Lakes Quiet Area

6.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Sand Lakes Quiet Area, a lovely green space in Williamsburg. Wander the beautiful beaches and lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Island Lake?

Island Lake is located in Kalkaska. You'll find 16 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Island Lake?

All Seasons Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. You'll find it 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Island Lake. Other good choices in the area include North Country American Inn and Granada Inn Motel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Island Lake?

Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Island Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Island Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Island Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Island Lake?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Island Lake, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Island Lake?

At Guernsey Lake, Haynes Lake, and Smith Lake, take some time to really appreciate nature. You might plan a visit to Sand Lakes Quiet Area or South Branch Nature Preserve while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Darby Lake and Little Guernsey Lakes.

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Our top choices for Island Lake hotels

1. Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel

2. All Seasons Resort

3. The Sandbar Lodge at Torch Lake

4. Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

5. Fife Lake Retreat

6. Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

7. Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn

8. Alexandra Inn

9. Sleep Inn & Suites Bay View Acme - Traverse City

10. Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

11. Cherry Tree Inn & Suites

12. Gold Coast Inn - At the Bay in Traverse City

13. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Acme-Traverse City by IHG

14. avid hotel Traverse City by IHG

15. Rodeway Inn Kalkaska

16. Residence Inn By Marriott Traverse City

17. Pointes North Beachfront Hotel – 2 Person Spa Tub Studios

18. Traverse Bay Inn

19. North Country American Inn

20. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Traverse City

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Top Island Lake Hotel Reviews

North Country American Inn

Cozy Chalet in the Heart of Northern Michigan

Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit.

Torch Lake Sandbar FUN! Pontoon!!Amazing fall views! Hot tub!! Ski Area Book now

Fiebing's Rustic/Remote Cabin on two Private Lakes

Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private

Nestled in forest with private hiking trails. Near horse show, beaches & golfing

Giuliana Rose Farmhouse

Pond Views, Horse Show, Casino, near Traverse

Other attractions near Island Lake

Darby Lake

Little Guernsey Lakes

Guernsey Lake

Haynes Lake

Root Lake

Sand Lakes

Smith Lake

Sand Lakes Quiet Area

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