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Whaleback Inn

2.5 star property
Escape to your own private haven by exploring nature’s beauty at Van's Beach or enjoy serene views from the picturesque garden.

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View
Point of interest
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment (Cottage Suite) | Living area

Apartment (Cottage Suite)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Desk
  • 42 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lakeview with Loveseat

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lakeview with Loveseat

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (423)
The price is AU$251
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
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About the area

Map
1757 N Manitou Trail, Leland, MI, 49654

What's nearby

  • Van's Beach - 2 min drive
  • Historic Fishtown - 2 min drive
  • Manitou Island Transit - 3 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 8 min drive
  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪VI Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Roman Wheel Pizza & Subs - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Boone's Prime Time Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Nittolo's Seafood And Social - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Whaleback Inn

Hotel near Historic Fishtown
Located close to Van's Beach and Manitou Island Transit, Whaleback Inn provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A dock and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Whaleback Inn boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Fridges, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 27 October and 10 April.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Whaleback Inn Leland
Whaleback Leland
Whaleback Inn Hotel
Whaleback Inn Leland
Whaleback Inn Hotel Leland

Frequently asked questions

Is Whaleback Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Whaleback Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whaleback Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Whaleback Inn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whaleback Inn located?

Situated on a lake, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Van's Beach, Historic Fishtown and Manitou Island Transit. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Manitou Passage Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Whaleback Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 142 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Timothy

Very nice stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

The facilities and staff were first rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Nice wooded area with comfortable housing and convenient amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

My husband and I both said we would love to revisit this resort.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

View of the lake is nice, front porch socializing very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Quiet weekend.
Nice and relaxing in woods and water setting. Loved the nature hike.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Such a beautiful place, great staff, perfect location, I will stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

I liked the newer wood & the room was very clean !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

what a whaleback!
great place . innkeepers, ty and rachel very friendly . hot coffee and great muffins!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Book it!
It was amazing! Great location, the inn keepers were great, room clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlina

Nice view of Lake and Rachel the Innkeeper was most attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Adorable place with exceptional hospitality!
What an adorable place with impeccable service and hospitality! Can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Water view…homey…great location to town..quiet…lots of area to sit and relax…would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Caretakers were welcoming and warm and welcoming for our day there. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Relax outside with a beautiful view of the lake. Very peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Excellant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Whaleback Inn Is Lovely
I would stay at the Whaleback Inn again in a minute. The staff was wonderful and helpful, the location beautiful and the rooms great. Loved the view!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Cleanest, friendliest place we’ve ever stayed. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Check in and out was easy. The room was clean and kept up very well. The property is well maintained. The inn keepers are very friendly and helpful. It is a peaceful and relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge, Canton

Clean, quiet and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve

We spent to delightful nights at the Whaleback Inn. The facility is clean and tidy. The host greet you and help out with any questions you have about the area. Starting our day on the porch eating a relaxing breakfast looking out in the lake was pure bliss. We loved the peacefulness of the Whaleback Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daphne

Cozy atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann

We loved our stay at the Whaleback Inn. The property is gorgeous. The rooms were comfortably appointed and very clean.It was conveniently located for day trips around the area. The view of the lake from our room and patio was just awesome....
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

We loved the Whaleback Inn. We were so delighted with the view and location. We only stayed one night, I wish we had longer. I loved that there was a private dock to enjoy the water views and relax in the sun.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Third year that we’ve enjoyed the world back in. Perfect setting, beautiful place, and the staff was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

The property was very clean and friendly. Close to restaurants and shops. The mattresses were amazing. One of the best nights sleep that we have had in a long time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023