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

A hotel entrance with a clear pedestrian crossing, a blue and yellow awning, and a sign indicating it's a Hilton property.

1. Tru By Hilton Traverse City

17.6 km from Sanford Lake

Emelie

￥17,689

￥19,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

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

2. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City

17.5 km from Sanford Lake

Joe

￥25,742

￥28,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and a clear sky.

3. Spark by Hilton Traverse City

16.7 km from Sanford Lake

Tammy

￥17,577

￥19,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a hanging light fixture, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck.

A room with a wooden desk, a chair, a large mirror, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a countertop with food items, a toaster, and decorative shelves.

A bed with a striped bedspread, a woven headboard, and a tray with two white mugs.

4. Coastal Inn

19.4 km from Sanford Lake

Emily

￥12,933

￥14,355 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A reception area with a stone counter, a 'Things to Do & Places to Go' brochure, a 'Traverse City' brochure, and a 'Nearby Food and Drink' sign.

A sign indicating directions to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lake Shore.

A bathroom with a shower, sink, and toilet.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs.

5. Honor Motel

13.5 km from Sanford Lake

Connie

￥20,194

￥22,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A house with a white door marked with the number 5, a dark blue exterior, and a white porch with a wicker chair.

A two-story building with a balcony, a large white flower bush, and outdoor seating.

A two-story building with a blue exterior and white trim, featuring a balcony on the second floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window.

6. Empire Lakeshore Inn

20.1 km from Sanford Lake

jane

￥22,786

￥24,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV on a wooden stand.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outside.

A hallway with a wooden floor, beige curtains, and a television in the background.

7. Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

20.1 km from Sanford Lake

Nicholas

￥14,763

￥19,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A room with a wooden herringbone floor, a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a television, and a door leading to another room.

A row of purple lounge chairs with a small table, set on a concrete patio with a grassy area and trees in the background.

A beach with a wooden pier extending into calm waters, a sandy shore, and a distant forested shoreline.

A residential area with a paved driveway leading to a grassy lawn, a house on the left, and a view of the sea.

8. Crystal Lake Resort

19.4 km from Sanford Lake

Christine

￥18,791

￥20,859 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the building's interior.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a parking area.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a single chair, a small table, and a wardrobe.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa with cushions, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Traverse City

16.7 km from Sanford Lake

Denise

￥25,170

￥27,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and a coffee maker.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and refrigerator. A blue sofa and a small table are in the living area.

A room with a TV, a blue chair, a bed, and a white heater.

A modern bathroom with a vanity, a round mirror, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

10. Coastal Suites Resort

19.8 km from Sanford Lake

Lisa

￥20,939

￥23,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A group of people sitting around a campfire in a dark outdoor setting with trees in the background.

A residential street with a cherry blossom tree in full bloom.

A residential area with a house, a barbecue grill, and outdoor seating with red umbrellas.

A room with a bed, two armchairs, a wooden table, and a floor lamp.

11. Cedar Ridge Cabins

12.6 km from Sanford Lake

Russell

￥22,211

￥23,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A swimming pool with clear water, lounge chairs, and a hotel building in the background.

A restaurant interior with wooden walls, tables, and various dishes.

A rustic interior with wooden tables, a barrel, and a wall displaying colorful items.

12. Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City

17.3 km from Sanford Lake

David

￥24,296

￥26,969 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern kitchen with a central island, black cabinets, and a variety of appliances.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and cushions, a stone-tiled floor, and a view of trees and a fence through large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with multiple lanes, sun loungers, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Baymont by Wyndham Traverse City

17 km from Sanford Lake

Marie

￥17,577

￥19,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a view of a body of water and a distant shoreline.

A bedroom with a bed, a lamp, and a view of the sea.

14. 539 Bay Street Traverse City - Luxury Downtown Residences

19.3 km from Sanford Lake

Chris

￥46,818

￥83,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the sea, and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoor area.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent sign.

15. Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG

19.7 km from Sanford Lake

Melissa

￥40,693

￥45,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A wooden viewing platform overlooking a beach with a clear view of the ocean.

A log cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden ceiling, and a dining area visible in the background.

A rustic wooden interior with a large island table, two hanging pendant lights, and a view through the windows.

A log cabin-style bedroom with a large bed, a glass-enclosed bathtub, and a fireplace.

16. A Breath of Heaven B&B

13.5 km from Sanford Lake

Jeff

￥56,942

￥60,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a television screen on the wall, and a brick wall in the background.

A motel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a window.

A hallway with an exit sign, a table with a chair, and a door labeled with the number 5.

A narrow hallway with a carpeted floor, white and blue walls, and a ceiling with exposed beams and lighting fixtures.

17. Cold Creek Inn

20.3 km from Sanford Lake

Jeffrey

￥20,134

￥22,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window offering a view of a green landscape.

A compact laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a white door.

18. The Loop Downtown By Kasa

19.7 km from Sanford Lake

Roy

￥19,933

￥29,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee machine, and a basket on the counter.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathtub, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A living room with a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

19. Econo Lodge Traverse City South

16.4 km from Sanford Lake

Michael

￥15,819

￥17,558 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a glass-top table with bar stools, and wooden flooring.

A brick building with a glass entrance labeled "capri".

A modern living room with a gray sofa, wooden coffee table, and colorful rug.

A living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, two armchairs, a sofa, and a large window with a view of trees.

20. Traverse City Condo: Half Mi to Front Street!

19.8 km from Sanford Lake

Joseph

￥21,092

￥43,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

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Compare popular hotels close to Sanford Lake

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Tru By Hilton Traverse City	9.4 Exceptional 501 reviews	View
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City	9.4 Exceptional 113 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Traverse City	8.8 Excellent 263 reviews	View
Coastal Inn	8.6 Excellent 463 reviews	View
Honor Motel	9.4 Exceptional 256 reviews	View

Top Sanford Lake Hotel Reviews

Cozy Large House, Big Porch, Fire Pit, Live Music Brewery, Heart of Lake Ann!

10/10 Excellent

"Christopher,Thank you so much for opening your beautiful home to our family while we were in Traverse City for my grandson’s wedding. The Shilladay House truly could not have been a more perfect place for all 12 of us to stay together.The location, charm, space, and amenities were exactly what our family needed. With grown children and grandchildren all under one roof, having plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms, and living space made getting everyone ready for the wedding so much easier. Sitting on the wraparound porch, visiting, laughing, and simply enjoying one another’s company in such a charming setting was a gift.The wedding was, of course, the reason that brought us all to the area, but our time together at The Shilladay House became a very special part of the weekend as well. Those are memories our entire family will carry with us for years to come.Thank you again for your hospitality and for sharing such a charming home with our family. Please take good care, and know that The Shilladay House and Lake Ann will always hold a very special place in our memories."

Cozy home in the heart of Lake Ann Village!

10/10 Excellent

"The property was as advertised and in an excellent location. Very clean and well appointed. Check in was seem less. Would definitely recommend this to other or book again if needed. We did not have to contact the hosts because everything was perfect for us."

Custom Home on peaceful Bryan Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet and peaceful. Loved it."

Lake Ann Waterfront | Family, Pet Friendly/Walk to Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great week staying at The Loons Nest on Lake Ann. The house itself is perfect for an Up North getaway. It’s an easy walk to Lake Ann storefronts, short walk to hiking trails. Having the paddleboards, kayaks and other supplies for the lake made our stay extra special. Jas and Sue are excellent hosts. They checked in to make sure everything was good and if we needed anything. Communication replies were very fast. Supplies for the kitchen and bathrooms were plentiful. We would definitely rent again from these excellent hosts!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay in Lake Ann. We were walking distance from everything the village had to offer. Barb was really helpful with recommendations and her dog, Dash, was so sweet. The garden was beautiful and we were able to explore the grounds whenever we liked."

✨ Lake Compound | Sauna-Hot Tub-Steam Shower-Cold Plunge

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property! The home is so thoughtfully set up and stocked as well. Just a heads up if you or any of your group have a hard time with technology, may be a bit of a challenge as everything from the lights to the blinds to the toilets and showers operate a bit unconventionally. All very cool though, and there are instructions posted everywhere. The property management company that handled the stay was very responsive but information was sometimes off or incomplete, at times felt like AI or something. Had to ask 4 or 5 times for entry codes and WiFi. Kept sending a link to a website they built for our stay, but all the info on the site just said “reach out for codes, password, instructions etc”. Overall a wonderful escape, we would stay again."

Lakefront Bliss: Spacious Home on Lake Ann perfect for Large Family 25 min to TC

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for family"

Lone Pine Cottage 1 Bedroom Lakefront on Bryan Lake

10/10 Excellent

"Such a beautiful spot, we've come here several times. It's a small but efficient space with everything you need, and a great view from the porch or the dock. Lots of things to see and do nearby."

Location! Halfway between Traverse City and Glen Arbor/Empire/Lake Michigan!

10/10 Excellent

"Property is exceptionally clean, kitchen very well stocked. Close to many outdoor activities and shopping in small towns."

Other attractions near Sanford Lake

Sanford Lake Park

After visiting Sanford Lake Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lake Ann.

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Peanut Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Peanut Lake during your travels in Lake Ann.

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Shavenaugh Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Shavenaugh Lake during your travels in Lake Ann.

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Marys Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Marys Lake during your travels in Lake Ann.

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Lower Woodcock Lake Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Lower Woodcock Lake Nature Preserve during your travels to Interlochen. Wander the lakeside and forest in this relaxing area.

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Bronson Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bronson Lake during your travels in Interlochen. Wander the lakeside and forest in this family-friendly area.

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Upper Woodcock Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Upper Woodcock Lake during your travels in Lake Ann.

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Inland Township Park

Inland Township Park is just one of the places to see in Interlochen, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside and forest in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sanford Lake?

Sanford Lake is located in Lake Ann. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 11 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Sanford 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 traveler data, and this guesthouse offers private decks and laundry facilities. It's located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Sanford Lake.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Sanford Lake?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sanford Lake.

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

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Sanford Lake.

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

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What can I see and do near Sanford Lake?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Burnett Park and Almira Township Park. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Bronson Lake, Bryan Lake, and Lake View. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Mistwood Golf Course, Lower Woodcock Lake Nature Preserve, and Ransom Lake Natural Area while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Sanford Lake hotels

1. Tru By Hilton Traverse City

2. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City

3. Spark by Hilton Traverse City

4. Coastal Inn

5. Honor Motel

6. Empire Lakeshore Inn

7. Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

8. Crystal Lake Resort

9. Courtyard by Marriott Traverse City

10. Coastal Suites Resort

11. Cedar Ridge Cabins

12. Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City

13. Baymont by Wyndham Traverse City

14. 539 Bay Street Traverse City - Luxury Downtown Residences

15. Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG

16. A Breath of Heaven B&B

17. Cold Creek Inn

18. The Loop Downtown By Kasa

19. Econo Lodge Traverse City South

20. Traverse City Condo: Half Mi to Front Street!

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Top Sanford Lake Hotel Reviews

Cozy Large House, Big Porch, Fire Pit, Live Music Brewery, Heart of Lake Ann!

Cozy home in the heart of Lake Ann Village!

Custom Home on peaceful Bryan Lake

Lake Ann Waterfront | Family, Pet Friendly/Walk to Downtown

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

✨ Lake Compound | Sauna-Hot Tub-Steam Shower-Cold Plunge

Lakefront Bliss: Spacious Home on Lake Ann perfect for Large Family 25 min to TC

Lone Pine Cottage 1 Bedroom Lakefront on Bryan Lake

Location! Halfway between Traverse City and Glen Arbor/Empire/Lake Michigan!

Other attractions near Sanford Lake

Sanford Lake Park

Peanut Lake

Shavenaugh Lake

Marys Lake

Lower Woodcock Lake Nature Preserve

Bronson Lake

Upper Woodcock Lake

Inland Township Park

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