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A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and calm sea.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and modern furniture.

A hot tub with a tiled edge and a metal ladder, surrounded by a brick floor and wooden chairs.

1. Grand Beach Resort Hotel

11.6 mi from Whelock Lake

Shana

£99

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a beach view, a dock with boats, and a sandy beach with lounge chairs.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a beachside location, and a sign for 'ParkShore Resort'.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

A gazebo, a fountain, and a building with a balcony overlooking a beach.

2. ParkShore Resort

11.4 mi from Whelock Lake

Darwin

£96

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

A large, multi-story hotel with balconies and a beachside location.

3. Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

11.7 mi from Whelock Lake

Trevor

£99

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with fire pit, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a brick wall and string lights.

A snack display area with various packaged snacks and a cold beverage refrigerator.

A modern restaurant with a central seating area, individual tables, and a counter with a beverage station.

A modern indoor pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and yellow tables.

4. Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City

6.8 mi from Whelock Lake

James

£116

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern cafe with a central counter, seating area, and a visible entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a city view.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a view of the outside.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and hanging light fixtures.

5. Tru By Hilton Traverse City

6.8 mi from Whelock Lake

Albana

£89

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A hotel room with a carpeted floor, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a television.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathtub, and a small desk with a lamp.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a corner bathtub, and framed pictures on the wall.

6. Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

11.7 mi from Whelock Lake

michael

£78

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a TV, and a trash bin.

A modern kitchen with dark blue cabinets, white countertops, and a wooden floor.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green carpet, and a wall with a geometric design and a motivational quote.

7. Spark by Hilton Traverse City

6.6 mi from Whelock Lake

Donna

£75

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A beach view with two white lounge chairs, one with a straw hat and the other with a towel, and a small table with a book and a bottle between them.

A large, multi-story hotel with a beachside location, featuring numerous balconies and a sandy beach with sun loungers.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bathtub, and a view of the sea through a large window.

A spacious gym with multiple exercise machines, large windows, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

8. The Baywatch Resort

11.5 mi from Whelock Lake

Brad

£106

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

A room with a beige sofa, a blue bench, a wooden side table, a framed picture on the wall, and a view of the water through a sliding door.

A beach view with umbrellas and a person playing guitar.

9. Alexandra Inn

12.3 mi from Whelock Lake

JILL

£129

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

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

10. Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

12.1 mi from Whelock Lake

Breanna

£112

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A hotel with outdoor dining and a river view.

An outdoor swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by buildings with large windows and string lights.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and dining area.

A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, and a large window overlooking the sea.

11. Delamar Traverse City

8.6 mi from Whelock Lake

Paul Thomas

£180

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, a TV, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the sky through large windows, surrounded by blue chairs and a covered seating area.

12. Comfort Inn Traverse City

Triangle Neighborhood, 9.9 mi from Whelock Lake

Kaylene

£92

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.

A row of colorful doors with benches in front.

A reception area with a wooden panel wall, a framed picture, and a ceiling light fixture.

13. The Sierra Motel

Triangle Neighborhood, 9.7 mi from Whelock Lake

Frederick

£86

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window providing natural light.

A swimming pool with a wooden pergola overhead, surrounded by stone walls and a view of trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with a round table, and a snack bar.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with bar stools, and a large flat-screen TV.

14. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City

6.7 mi from Whelock Lake

Veronika

£112

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a lifeguard sign.

A Seasons Inn lobby with a stone wall, two red leather chairs, a small table with a water dispenser, and a sign above the wall.

A Seasons Inn hotel with a welcoming sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

15. Seasons Inn Traverse City

11.6 mi from Whelock Lake

Brad

£52

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A hotel with a pool, beach access, and a view of the water.

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

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

16. Cherry Tree Inn & Suites

12.4 mi from Whelock Lake

sabrina

£116

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden table with a travel guide, a decorative glass vase, and a starburst ornament near a window with a view of greenery and a building.

A room with a wooden ceiling, large windows with blinds, a central coffee table, and blue upholstered chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden interior, a blue chair, and a ladder leading into the pool.

An outdoor patio area with wicker tables and chairs, blue umbrellas, and a modern building in the background.

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Traverse City, MI

Triangle Neighborhood, 9.9 mi from Whelock Lake

Karen

£80

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A beach with lounge chairs and a sunset over the water.

Two brown leather armchairs with wooden legs, positioned on a wooden floor with a view of trees through a window.

A motel with a row of parked cars, a covered outdoor area, and a view of the water.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside lamp, a clock, and a brochure on the bed.

18. Brio Beach Inn

11.5 mi from Whelock Lake

Ann

£79

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a blue armchair, a small table with a lamp, and a window with a view of buildings.

A wooden pergola structure with a table and chairs underneath, surrounded by mulch and trees.

A covered outdoor area with a railing, an American flag, and a clear view of a parking lot and houses in the background.

A small, brightly colored store with a blue counter, a Pepsi refrigerator, and a display case with various items.

19. Grand Traverse Motel

Oak Park, 9.1 mi from Whelock Lake

Lynette

£82

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An aerial view of a coastal area with a large building, a beach, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large mirror, a sofa with patterned cushions, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of a cityscape through the window.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a desk, a television, and a bathtub.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and a clear sky.

20. Bayshore Resort

Oak Park, 8.9 mi from Whelock Lake

Ross

£75

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Whelock Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Grand Beach Resort Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 2,463 reviews	View
ParkShore Resort	9.2 Wonderful 1,054 reviews	View
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,879 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City	9.4 Exceptional 180 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Traverse City	9.4 Exceptional 521 reviews	View

Top Whelock Lake Hotel Reviews

LAKEFRONT RETREAT WITH KAYAK AND PADDLE BOARDS, LONG LAKE, TRAVERSE CITY

10/10 Excellent

"The property was exactly as advertised and in a great location. It was very clean, comfortable and the kitchen had all of the necessary tools. The hosts couldn’t have been more friendly or responsive."

Traverse City Therapy-HotTub/PoolTable/Fireplace

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was excellent. I’m so grateful for the pet friendly option that allowed us to enjoy a getaway to Traverse City. The setup of the house was perfect for our group of traveling companions. The hosts were very attentive and available if needed but our stay was issue free. Highly recommend."

Lake Ann LOFT in the heart of Lake Ann village, W. of Traverse City MI

10/10 Excellent

"This is by FAR the best property we have stayed at. Her loft is cozy, clean and conveniently located by a great restaurant with amazing live music. Barb is quick to respond and has gone out of her way to think of every detail. Cannot say enough about this place… don’t hesitate to book!"

Traverse City Family‑Friendly 4BR Modern Farmhouse Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was incredible! The place was easy to find, check in was simple! Our group had plenty of space to feel comfortable and we were very close by to downtown Traverse City! The area was clean and very well kept! The only problem we ran into was not having a blender for our drinks (but hoping to see it next time). Our host was very quick with a response when we ran into this issue."

Cozy home in the heart of Lake Ann Village!

10/10 Excellent

"The house exceeded expectations by far! Very spacious living room with very comfortable seating and a fully operational TV! Kitchen fully stocked! Beds were comfortable with lovely bedding and there was closet space w/hangers and dressers in each room. The private, enormous deck was the BEST! It is surrounded by beautiful trees, equipped with chairs, grill and fire top table. We will be back again!"

Emanuel - CUTE UPSTAIRS APARTMENT WITH AIR CONDITIONING! GREAT LOCATION AND DOG-FRIENDLY!

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful and quiet."

A peaceful getaway just minutes from Traverse City! The perfect Up North retreat

10/10 Excellent

"Katie was a great host. The property was clean and well maintained. Everything was wonderful!"

Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees

10/10 Excellent

"We spent 7 nights, fished every day off the pontoon that was provided with the property. The house was very nice, nice porch, kitchen , bedrooms. Highly recommend"

Lakefront with Kayaks, Game Room — No Host or Cleaning Fees

10/10 Excellent

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Other attractions near Whelock Lake

Gilbert Park

Gilbert Park is just one of the places to see in Traverse City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.

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beach near Gilbert Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Gilbert Park during your trip to Traverse City? Discover the area's wineries and its lively festivals.

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Bullhead Lake Natural Area

You can take time to visit Bullhead Lake Natural Area during your travels to Traverse City. Visit the area's shops or amble around its lakeside.

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Cedar Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cedar Lake during your travels in Traverse City. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

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beach near Taylor Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Taylor Park during your trip to Traverse City? Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.

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Lyons Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lyons Lake during your travels in Traverse City. Discover the area's lively festivals or seek out its local tours.

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Cedar Run Creek Natural Area

You can take time to visit Cedar Run Creek Natural Area during your travels to Traverse City. Discover the area's wineries and its lively festivals.

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Bellows Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bellows Lake during your travels in Traverse City. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Whelock Lake?

Whelock Lake is located in Traverse City. Travellers love the area for its beautiful lakeside setting, selection of wineries and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Whelock Lake?

Lake Ann LOFT in the heart of Lake Ann village, W. of Traverse City MI is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this guest house offers private decks and laundry facilities. It's located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Whelock Lake.

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

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Whelock Lake.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Whelock Lake.

What can I see and do near Whelock Lake?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Burnett Park and Almira Township Park. At Bass Lake, Cedar Lake and Bryan Lake, take some time to really appreciate nature. If you've got some time to explore the area around Whelock Lake, you may want to make a stop by Mistwood Golf Course, The Crown Golf Club and Bullhead Lake Natural Area.

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Our top choices for Whelock Lake hotels

1. Grand Beach Resort Hotel

2. ParkShore Resort

3. Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

4. Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City

5. Tru By Hilton Traverse City

6. Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

7. Spark by Hilton Traverse City

8. The Baywatch Resort

9. Alexandra Inn

10. Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

11. Delamar Traverse City

12. Comfort Inn Traverse City

13. The Sierra Motel

14. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City

15. Seasons Inn Traverse City

16. Cherry Tree Inn & Suites

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Traverse City, MI

18. Brio Beach Inn

19. Grand Traverse Motel

20. Bayshore Resort

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Top Whelock Lake Hotel Reviews

LAKEFRONT RETREAT WITH KAYAK AND PADDLE BOARDS, LONG LAKE, TRAVERSE CITY

Traverse City Therapy-HotTub/PoolTable/Fireplace

Lake Ann LOFT in the heart of Lake Ann village, W. of Traverse City MI

Traverse City Family‑Friendly 4BR Modern Farmhouse Retreat

Cozy home in the heart of Lake Ann Village!

Emanuel - CUTE UPSTAIRS APARTMENT WITH AIR CONDITIONING! GREAT LOCATION AND DOG-FRIENDLY!

A peaceful getaway just minutes from Traverse City! The perfect Up North retreat

Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees

Lakefront with Kayaks, Game Room — No Host or Cleaning Fees

Other attractions near Whelock Lake

Gilbert Park

beach near Gilbert Park

Bullhead Lake Natural Area

Cedar Lake

beach near Taylor Park

Lyons Lake

Cedar Run Creek Natural Area

Bellows Lake

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