Bellaire, MI

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At 19 miles long and over 18,000 acres Torch Lake is Michigan's second largest lake, with a shoreline dotted with little secluded beaches. It is considered to be one of the top five clearest lakes in the world. I've never seen such clear water! #blue #colorful #AquaTrove #BeachTips #Nature
Heading up Torch River we spied several of these beauties.
The drop off at Torch Lake in northern Michigan; Shutterstock ID 748887706; purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1; Order: ; client: ; other:
4th of July sandbar party
Sunset On Lake Bellaire; Shutterstock ID 575672365
The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort

The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort

3.5 out of 5
5780 Shanty Creek Road Bellaire MI
The price is ¥12,818 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
¥12,818
¥15,509 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this ski resort in Bellaire. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a golf course. Popular attractions The Legend and The Chief Golf Course ...
8/10 Very Good! (812 reviews)
Staff was excellent. The room was clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort
The Lodge at Cedar River, Shanty Creek Resort

The Lodge at Cedar River, Shanty Creek Resort

3.5 out of 5
2400 Troon Dr. S Bellaire MI
The price is ¥37,233 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
¥37,233
¥45,048 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this ski hotel in Bellaire. Enjoy a golf course, a 24-hour front desk, and a conference center. Popular attractions Schuss Mountain and Hawk's ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (166 reviews)
Jacuzzi didn’t work, fire place in room didn’t work. When i call for help in jacuzzi i left technician to work and came back my ring was missing !!

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

The Lodge at Cedar River, Shanty Creek Resort
Spillway Lodges

Spillway Lodges

2 out of 5
247 Portage Dr Bellaire MI
The price is ¥35,807 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
¥35,807
¥37,956 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bellaire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 hot tubs. Popular attractions Short's Brewing Company and The Chief ...
10/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
The lodge was very nice, very clean and a great location. Check in was super easy and we had no issues with that piece. Our only negatives are I had a difficult time sleeping because the mattress was extremely firm. My wife thought there could be a couple wall hangings to make the room have a warmer ...

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Spillway Lodges
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Great Location For Ski / Tubing at Shanty Creek Resorts!

Great Location For Ski / Tubing at Shanty Creek Resorts!

Bellaire MI
Book a stay at this golf condo in Bellaire. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions The Legend and The Chief Golf Course ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (179 reviews)
Really nice property. Plenty of room for a family and the host was responsive and accommodating.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Great Location For Ski / Tubing at Shanty Creek Resorts!
Skiing , golf or nearby lakes. Schuss has it all!

Skiing , golf or nearby lakes. Schuss has it all!

Bellaire MI
Book a stay at this golf condo in Bellaire. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Schuss Mountain and Hawk's ...
Skiing , golf or nearby lakes. Schuss has it all!
Chain of Lakes Escape with Hot Tub & River Access!

Chain of Lakes Escape with Hot Tub & River Access!

Bellaire MI
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Bellaire. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Torch Lake and Short's ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Great communication from the host. Plenty of games and things to do in the home. Hot tub was nice to have. Great for several adult couples.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Chain of Lakes Escape with Hot Tub & River Access!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Bellaire

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 59%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Cute little town. Went to the Lunchbox for breakfast. The staff was friendly and the food was great!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It’s a good place to go at Michigan. You can see the beautiful view of fall. And the downtown is very cute too.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I would stay here again, my family and I loved it.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lovely locale to spend more time when there is leisure opportunity.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice shops and dining.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lovely little town. Short's Brewery is a must if you like beer.

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