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Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel with a casino, steps from Leelanau Sands Casino

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Just steps from Leelanau Cheese Company, Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge offers convenience and entertainment. Guests can try their luck at the casino or grab a quick bite at the bar/deli. The hotel provides free in-room WiFi, and the attentive staff ensures a comfortable stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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Traditional Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Traditional Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Signature Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Premium Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
2579 N.W. BayShore Dr, Suttons Bay, MI, 49682

What's nearby

  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nathaniel Rose Wine - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Historic Fishtown - 18 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 20 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Front Street - 27 min drive - 39.9 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big Dex's Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Streetside Grille - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge

Hotel near Leelanau Sands Casino
Located close to Leelanau Cheese Company, Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge provides a casino and a snack bar/deli. For those looking to try their luck, this hotel boasts a sportsbook, 5 casino gaming tables, and 325 slot machines. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, outdoor furniture, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 51 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 37-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, cribs/infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 325 slot machines
  • 5 gaming tables
  • Bingo
  • Casino (60,000 square feet of space)
  • Sportsbook
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Leelanau Sands Casino Lodge
Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge Hotel
Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge Suttons Bay
Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge Hotel Suttons Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge located?

Situated in Suttons Bay, this hotel is steps from Leelanau Sands Casino and Lake Michigan. Leelanau Cheese Company and Ciccone Vineyard and Winery are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 307 out of 620 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 620 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 620 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 620 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 620 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms are beautiful and well kept
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, lovely balcony, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, excellent shuttle service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything thing was wonderful. Staff were amazing and very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to all the thing's we wanted to do & see in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was really nice and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great quiet area, we were lucky to get lake view.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lodge has had a major renovation so the material condition of the entire facility was like new. Off-season and mid-week, it was very quiet. Minimal staff was pleasant and efficient. Did not visit the casino. No dining facility in the Lodge. Convenient to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Very clean and quiet rooms with a nice view! Very close to some local wineries and breweries and a nice little walk to the casino!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and rooms. Was some confusion about the smoking policy and being to smoke outside on the rooms patio.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was nice landscaping had much to be desired
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Get the Bayview
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bronson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for GTB events and activities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the view from the bacony looking at the lake and the great sunrise in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked big TV but no breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

We were happy with the hotel .The queen beds were very small,but comfortable friendly staff .mice stay fairly priced.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a bay view premium room and it was hands down the nicest casino hotel stay yet! Everyone is so friendly and the hotel is perfectly clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The veiw of the lake
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great and the property was nice. Newly updated room was a nice size and we had a great view of the bay. Lobby has free coffee & tea and a filtered water machine. Friendly staff and great location near a cute town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views with access from your room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and comforting rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stop on our road trip!

Great hotel! Remodeled, great staff, shuttle to casino, lake views. Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel - quit and clean! Had dinner in casino and it was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025