First Time Guest Guide

The pleasure of a great vacation begins well before your arrival. Our concierge welcomes the opportunity to ensure this experience for you. They are available to provide guidance and planning assistance prior to and throughout your stay. 

The following are a few common questions and tips for getting the most of your first visit to The Inn at Bay Harbor.

What to Do

Plan as much or as little as you need to fill your time.

Activities include snowboarding,
skiing, and skating in the winter, to sailing, swimming, and world-class golf courses, boating in the summertime. Year round we offer fine dining, a luxurious spa, shopping, nightlife, and million dollar sunsets. Contact our concierge  for your guide to the best of activities and relaxation here at The Inn at Bay Harbor to make your northern Michigan vacation the unforgettable.

What Not to Miss

Be sure not to miss million dollar sunsets that overlook Little Traverse Bay, waterfront dining at Sagamore's and at  South American a cocktail and live entertainment.  A relaxing spa treatment or salon service at the The Spa.  If you're a golfer, play the spectacular Bay Harbor Golf Club and Crooked Tree Golf Club courses where lush fairways offer spectacular lake vistas.

What to Wear

Northern Michigan is a casual, active place, so dress comfortably for the many activities. We invite you to dress up for dinner or cocktails.

What to Bring

Your should bring your camera, journal, and a good book. Maybe your golf clubs or in the winter your skis or snowboard equipment.

We'll provide a fluffy robe and slippers that you can use here, all the trail maps, sightseeing info, dining guides, shopping, and golf information you can use, and a spectacular, memorable setting for your vacation.

When to Plan a Visit

It's always wonderful up here, come as often as you can. But, you might want to check out the calendar of events to time your visit at a quiet time or during a special event! Also, check out our packages and special offers.

What Should be Setup in Advance?

Our concierge can schedule golf lessons, tee times, ski lessons, spa services, or restaurant reservations. However, we also can accommodate same-day bookings for many activities including boat slip reservations at the Bay Harbor marina.

How to Get Here

Please visit our how to get here page.