Renaissance inn at bay Harbor

Location. The Renaissance Inn at Bay Harbor is located in Bay Harbor, Mich. The property fronts Lake Michigan and boasts four golf courses. Within one-quarter mile of the hotel are the Bay Harbor History Museum, Harbor Springs Marina, and the Village at Bay Harbor shopping and dining district.
Hotel Features. This five-story Victorian resort was listed in 2008 among Travel Leisure's 500 Best Hotels in the World. The property's shoreline bluffs, rock formations and woodlands create a natural landscape for the four emerald fairways totaling 45 holes of golf. The sands of Lake Michigan offer private beachfront cabanas, chaise lounges, shore-side hammocks and water views. The hotel features a health club with a full-service salon and spa, a sundeck, and a seasonal outdoor pool and spa tub. The resort offers four dining options. Sagamore's serves regional American fare in its lakeside dining room and outdoor terrace. South American Lounge is a genteel club featuring cocktails and American-style tapas. The Inn Café offers light fare, Starbucks coffee and homemade ice cream. The poolside Cabana Bar is open seasonally. Complimentary wireless Internet access in available in the lobby.

Guestrooms. Palates of cool blues and sage greens set the stage for the resort's 134 cottage-style guestrooms. Beds feature 300-thread count linens, down duvets and choices of down or foam pillows. Rooms make liberal use of summer-white living room and bedroom furniture. Most rooms feature working fireplaces and private balconies. Bathrooms offer bathrobes, marble vanities and tiled bath/shower combinations. Select rooms feature jetted tubs. High-speed Internet access is available for a fee.

Expert Tip. Guests may play chess on a large board with pieces that are a few feet tall or play lawn croquet overlooking Lake Michigan. The grounds boast walking, jogging and biking paths.