One of Door County's many seasonal properties, the two-pearl Parkwood Lodge is a casual hotel right on Highway 42, outside downtown Fish Creek. Its wooded grounds with picnic areas and tennis courts, along with its proximity to Peninsula State Park, make it appealing for budget travelers looking to spend time outdoors, but there's little within walking distance. An indoor pool, a game room, and a playground make it kid-friendly. There are plenty of room options, including some with kitchenettes and wood-burning stoves, though most have a dated decor. For value rooms right in downtown Fish Creek, check the rates at the popular Main Street Motel.
One of Door County's many seasonal properties, the two-pearl Parkwood Lodge is a casual hotel right on Highway 42, outside downtown Fish Creek. Its wooded grounds with picnic areas and tennis courts, along with its proximity to Peninsula State Park, make it appealing for budget travelers looking to spend time outdoors, but there's little within walking distance. An indoor pool, a game room, and a playground make it kid-friendly. There are plenty of room options, including some with kitchenettes and wood-burning stoves, though most have a dated decor. For value rooms right in downtown Fish Creek, check the rates at the popular Main Street Motel.
While the budget, 151-room Hampton Inn Newark-Airport may be physically tricky to get to -- its hard to access without a car -- the inside makes for a comfortable stay. The lobby is accented with stark white couches, black and white portraits, colorful glass lamps and plant centerpieces, while the bedrooms are a bit boring but do have microwaves and coffeemakers. As its name implies, there's easy access to Newark Liberty International Airport (three miles away) via a free shuttle. Other freebies include daily breakfast, 24 hour business and fitness facilities, Wi-Fi, and on-site parking. Jersey Gardens Outlet Mall, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and Newark Symphony Hall are a few miles away, but getting to New York City is less than convenient from the hotel.
While the budget, 151-room Hampton Inn Newark-Airport may be physically tricky to get to -- its hard to access without a car -- the inside makes for a comfortable stay. The lobby is accented with stark white couches, black and white portraits, colorful glass lamps and plant centerpieces, while the bedrooms are a bit boring but do have microwaves and coffeemakers. As its name implies, there's easy access to Newark Liberty International Airport (three miles away) via a free shuttle. Other freebies include daily breakfast, 24 hour business and fitness facilities, Wi-Fi, and on-site parking. Jersey Gardens Outlet Mall, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and Newark Symphony Hall are a few miles away, but getting to New York City is less than convenient from the hotel.
Located next to its own marina in the historic town of St. Michaels, this cozy hotel offers comfortable, if dated, rooms and suites, and a prime waterfront address near shops and restaurants. Highlights include a well-reviewed spa, waterfront restaurant, and a modest outdoor pool with bar service. Room rates fluctuate from reasonable to expensive, depending on the night, and there’s an additional charge for resort fees. Visitors looking for a classier stay should consider the nearby Inn at Perry Cabin.
Located next to its own marina in the historic town of St. Michaels, this cozy hotel offers comfortable, if dated, rooms and suites, and a prime waterfront address near shops and restaurants. Highlights include a well-reviewed spa, waterfront restaurant, and a modest outdoor pool with bar service. Room rates fluctuate from reasonable to expensive, depending on the night, and there’s an additional charge for resort fees. Visitors looking for a classier stay should consider the nearby Inn at Perry Cabin.
The 78-room Inn at Perry Cabin is one of the most elegant waterfront properties on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Frequented by couples, this romantic inn features a spa, heated outdoor pool, upscale restaurant, private boat cruises, and spacious rooms with views of the Miles River. Rooms are among the priciest in the area (for good reason); travelers looking for a cheaper alternative should consider St. Michaels Harbour Inn, four minutes south, which has similar amenities in a more casual setting.
The 78-room Inn at Perry Cabin is one of the most elegant waterfront properties on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Frequented by couples, this romantic inn features a spa, heated outdoor pool, upscale restaurant, private boat cruises, and spacious rooms with views of the Miles River. Rooms are among the priciest in the area (for good reason); travelers looking for a cheaper alternative should consider St. Michaels Harbour Inn, four minutes south, which has similar amenities in a more casual setting.
La Posada Hotel is an upscale historic property with 37 rooms, each filled with Southwest character. Originally built along the Santa Fe Railroad line in 1930, the friendly hotel draws history and art buffs. Rooms are large and have crafty wood and metal furniture; some have jetted tubs, colorful tile, and balconies. Train noises may be an issue for some, but many guests feel it adds to the atmosphere. There's free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and an award-winning on-site restaurant, The Turquoise Room, which serves refined Southwestern fare. There are attractions, restaurants, and shops within walking distance, as well as on-site art displays, a theater, and a gift shop with local crafts. There are no elevators in the hotel, nor phones in the rooms. Pets are permitted for a fee.
La Posada Hotel is an upscale historic property with 37 rooms, each filled with Southwest character. Originally built along the Santa Fe Railroad line in 1930, the friendly hotel draws history and art buffs. Rooms are large and have crafty wood and metal furniture; some have jetted tubs, colorful tile, and balconies. Train noises may be an issue for some, but many guests feel it adds to the atmosphere. There's free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and an award-winning on-site restaurant, The Turquoise Room, which serves refined Southwestern fare. There are attractions, restaurants, and shops within walking distance, as well as on-site art displays, a theater, and a gift shop with local crafts. There are no elevators in the hotel, nor phones in the rooms. Pets are permitted for a fee.
This mid-range Marriott chain hotel is close to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport and the Mall of America. Free airport shuttles are provided as are special rates for travelers that include up to eight days of parking. Guest rooms are large, if a bit in need of a refresh, and include kitchenettes. There’s a small indoor pool with a deck overlooking a nearby lake and a gym. Rates also include Wi-Fi and a free buffet breakfast with hot dishes, and the hotel is within walking distance of chain restaurants.
This mid-range Marriott chain hotel is close to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport and the Mall of America. Free airport shuttles are provided as are special rates for travelers that include up to eight days of parking. Guest rooms are large, if a bit in need of a refresh, and include kitchenettes. There’s a small indoor pool with a deck overlooking a nearby lake and a gym. Rates also include Wi-Fi and a free buffet breakfast with hot dishes, and the hotel is within walking distance of chain restaurants.
With hundreds of apartments spread across five communities in Vermont’s Green Mountains, Smugglers' Notch Resort is a mid-range, village-style resort popular with families. Every unit includes a full kitchen and some have fireplaces, though the decor throughout is outdated. Kid-friendly activities abound year-round, including multiple kid and teen zones, supervised activities, and a number of on-site pools and waterslides. The resort runs a free shuttle that takes guests to the three ski mountains that comprise Smugglers' Notch. The Trapp Family Lodge is another family option in the area, though it's typically pricier and lacks the in-room kitchens and waterslides found here.
With hundreds of apartments spread across five communities in Vermont’s Green Mountains, Smugglers' Notch Resort is a mid-range, village-style resort popular with families. Every unit includes a full kitchen and some have fireplaces, though the decor throughout is outdated. Kid-friendly activities abound year-round, including multiple kid and teen zones, supervised activities, and a number of on-site pools and waterslides. The resort runs a free shuttle that takes guests to the three ski mountains that comprise Smugglers' Notch. The Trapp Family Lodge is another family option in the area, though it's typically pricier and lacks the in-room kitchens and waterslides found here.
The Baymont Inn Mackinaw City is a simple two-pearl property situated within an easy walk of the Mackinac Island Ferry. Its 77 rooms are simple and spacious, with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. Though there's no restaurant or bar at this budget property, but the hotel offers a free breakfast buffet, an indoor pool, and hot tub. There's a fitness center, but it's tiny and only has three cardio machines. Travelers might also want to consider some similar properties on nearby Mackinac Island, such as the Main Street Inn and Suites, though rates will be higher.
The Baymont Inn Mackinaw City is a simple two-pearl property situated within an easy walk of the Mackinac Island Ferry. Its 77 rooms are simple and spacious, with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. Though there's no restaurant or bar at this budget property, but the hotel offers a free breakfast buffet, an indoor pool, and hot tub. There's a fitness center, but it's tiny and only has three cardio machines. Travelers might also want to consider some similar properties on nearby Mackinac Island, such as the Main Street Inn and Suites, though rates will be higher.
The 360-room Bavarian Inn Lodge is a mid-range property designed to evoke a traditional German country lodge. Popular with families, this hotel has an extensive network of indoor swimming pools (with water slides and hot tubs), plus a massive game and video arcade, mini-golf, and outdoor tennis courts. There is also a fitness center on-site. Rooms are pleasant enough, if dated, with patterned bedspreads (there is the occasional complaint about threadbare furniture, spotty housecleaning, and malfunctioning heat or plumbing) but overall this is a service-oriented hotel that earns many repeat customers, especially for its seasonal decorations.
The 360-room Bavarian Inn Lodge is a mid-range property designed to evoke a traditional German country lodge. Popular with families, this hotel has an extensive network of indoor swimming pools (with water slides and hot tubs), plus a massive game and video arcade, mini-golf, and outdoor tennis courts. There is also a fitness center on-site. Rooms are pleasant enough, if dated, with patterned bedspreads (there is the occasional complaint about threadbare furniture, spotty housecleaning, and malfunctioning heat or plumbing) but overall this is a service-oriented hotel that earns many repeat customers, especially for its seasonal decorations.
The 178-room Zehnder's Splash Village Hotel & Waterpark -- part of the Zehnder suite of hotels that constitute a large number of the options in Frankenmuth -- incorporates a large water park into its grounds. The pools, which are incredibly popular with families (especially those with younger children), include body slides, tube slides, large “river” slides, water features, and sculptural additions. Some guests complain that all guests entering the park must pay, even if merely supervising, that the free Wi-Fi is spotty, and that the property is slightly removed from the main village area of Frankenmuth. Rooms feature chain-like decor and bathrooms are on the small side.
The 178-room Zehnder's Splash Village Hotel & Waterpark -- part of the Zehnder suite of hotels that constitute a large number of the options in Frankenmuth -- incorporates a large water park into its grounds. The pools, which are incredibly popular with families (especially those with younger children), include body slides, tube slides, large “river” slides, water features, and sculptural additions. Some guests complain that all guests entering the park must pay, even if merely supervising, that the free Wi-Fi is spotty, and that the property is slightly removed from the main village area of Frankenmuth. Rooms feature chain-like decor and bathrooms are on the small side.