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

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

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.

1. Tru By Hilton Traverse City

15.1 km from Shorter Lake

Albana

￥14,109

￥15,661 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

2. Spark by Hilton Traverse City

15.3 km from Shorter Lake

Donna

￥11,520

￥12,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden cabinet, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

3. Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City

15.4 km from Shorter Lake

Angela Kelley

￥16,697

￥18,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, and a built-in oven.

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

4. Comfort Inn Traverse City

Triangle Neighborhood, 19.6 km from Shorter Lake

Theresa

￥14,625

￥16,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large mirror, a bathtub, a sofa, and a television.

5. Bayshore Resort

Oak Park, 17.8 km from Shorter Lake

Barbara

￥13,487

￥14,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel with outdoor dining and a river view.

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

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

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking the city.

6. Delamar Traverse City

17.3 km from Shorter Lake

Lauren

￥23,916

￥29,704 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious indoor area with large windows, a stone wall, and modern furniture.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a stone wall, and a view of the outside.

A fitness center with exercise equipment, including treadmills and stationary bikes, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a large screen.

7. Cambria Hotel Traverse City

Indian Woods, 19.2 km from Shorter Lake

Kathryn

￥19,992

￥22,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 green armchair, a wooden side table, and a wall-mounted painting of a bird on a branch.

8. The Sierra Motel

Triangle Neighborhood, 19.2 km from Shorter Lake

Frederick

￥15,184

￥16,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

An indoor water park with a central water slide, multiple pools, and lounge areas with chairs.

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

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

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

9. Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City

14.9 km from Shorter Lake

Krissy

￥22,020

￥24,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

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.

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

10. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City

15 km from Shorter Lake

Veronika

￥18,326

￥20,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 swimming pool with metal railings, a dining area with chairs, and large windows with a view of greenery.

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.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Traverse City

15.1 km from Shorter Lake

Denise

￥19,308

￥21,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, hanging flower baskets, and a wooden pergola.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by seating areas and potted plants.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, beige armchair, and a fireplace.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

12. Best Western Plus Traverse City

Triangle Neighborhood, 19.3 km from Shorter Lake

Deborah

￥17,046

￥18,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A lobby with a round glass table surrounded by leather sofas, a wooden ceiling, and a large wall mural.

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.

13. Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG

Downtown Traverse City, 16 km from Shorter Lake

Melissa

￥22,573

￥25,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A living room with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, and two sofas.

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

14. Baymont by Wyndham Traverse City

15.5 km from Shorter Lake

Marie

￥12,971

￥14,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

15. Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

Downtown Traverse City, 16.6 km from Shorter Lake

Craig

￥13,417

￥18,397 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Two martini glasses with a lemon garnish on a bar counter, with a view of the ocean in the background.

A waterfront hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a clear sky.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and white metal chairs, featuring candlelit tables and a view of the interior through large windows.

A waterfront hotel with a view of the water, a beach, and a cityscape in the background.

16. Park Place Hotel

Downtown Traverse City, 16.7 km from Shorter Lake

June

￥16,456

￥19,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A stone-arched outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a round table, overlooking a scenic view of the sea.

17. 539 Bay Street Traverse City - Luxury Downtown Residences

Slabtown, 15.5 km from Shorter Lake

David

￥27,782

￥61,500 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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.

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

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

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

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

Triangle Neighborhood, 19.5 km from Shorter Lake

Karen

￥14,131

￥15,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A bathroom with a shower, sink, and toilet.

19. Honor Motel

19.2 km from Shorter Lake

Jeff

￥14,920

￥16,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

20. Grand Traverse Motel

Oak Park, 18.2 km from Shorter Lake

Lynette

￥16,942

￥18,806 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Tru By Hilton Traverse City	9.4 Exceptional 527 reviews	View
Spark by Hilton Traverse City	8.8 Excellent 282 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City	9.4 Exceptional 186 reviews	View
Comfort Inn Traverse City	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Bayshore Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,751 reviews	View

Top Shorter Lake Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"The accommodations were just as advertised. It was clean and comfortable, had everything we needed, and was nicely decorated. We would definitely stay there again."

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

10/10 Excellent

"Communication with host was fast and they were very helpful. Location and room were great and very pet friendly. Would book a trip here again."

30' motorhome on private setting.

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed being there!"

Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub

10/10 Excellent

"Great place!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"This place was perfect for the peace and quiet we all needed after a rough couple of months! We went to the International Fireworks Competition in T.C, so this was the perfect place for us! Thank you for sharing your home!"

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!"

Nature Getaway, Menu breakfast served in your room

10/10 Excellent

"Five stars ! The breakfast was beyond excellent. We spent 3 nights. The room , view, and breakfast were exceptional. Thank you Sue, you are a super host. We will be back. Glen Arbor was only 20 minutes away. We went to the original Cherry Republic. Also the International Fireworks Competition. Again couldn’t ask for anything better. Cindy and Jack"

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"

Other attractions near Shorter Lake

Pikes Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pikes Lake during your travels in Traverse City. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its wineries.

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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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Stevens Lake

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

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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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Herendeene Lake

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

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Fuller Lake

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

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Sweet Lake

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

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shorter Lake?

Shorter Lake is located in Traverse City. Travelers love the area for its beautiful lakeside setting, selection of wineries, and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 8 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Shorter 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 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Shorter Lake.

How many hotels will I find close to Shorter Lake?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Shorter Lake.

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

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Shorter Lake.

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

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What can I see and do near Shorter Lake?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Burnett Park and Almira Township Park. At Cedar Lake, Sweet Lake, and Lake View, you can surround yourself with nature. Mistwood Golf Course, Cedar Run Creek Natural Area, or Lake Ann Brewing Company are some local sights worth checking out.

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Our top choices for Shorter Lake hotels

1. Tru By Hilton Traverse City

2. Spark by Hilton Traverse City

3. Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City

4. Comfort Inn Traverse City

5. Bayshore Resort

6. Delamar Traverse City

7. Cambria Hotel Traverse City

8. The Sierra Motel

9. Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City

10. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City

11. Courtyard by Marriott Traverse City

12. Best Western Plus Traverse City

13. Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG

14. Baymont by Wyndham Traverse City

15. Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

16. Park Place Hotel

17. 539 Bay Street Traverse City - Luxury Downtown Residences

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

19. Honor Motel

20. Grand Traverse Motel

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Top Shorter Lake Hotel Reviews

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

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

30' motorhome on private setting.

Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub

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

Traverse City Family‑Friendly 4BR Modern Farmhouse Retreat

Cozy home in the heart of Lake Ann Village!

Nature Getaway, Menu breakfast served in your room

Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Kayaks & No Hidden Fees

Other attractions near Shorter Lake

Pikes Lake

Cedar Run Creek Natural Area

Stevens Lake

Cedar Lake

Herendeene Lake

Fuller Lake

Sweet Lake

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