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The Great Lake’s Lake Michigan is altogether bigger than Croatia. It boasts of spectacular beaches and several comfortable accommodations.
Lake Michigan is one of the 5 Great Lakes of North America and the only one situated entirely in the US. From west to the east, it is bounded by Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan and Indiana. Actually, Michigan was originally referred to as the lake itself. It is also noted to come from the word “mishigami”, an Ojibwa Indian term that means “great water. ” In fact, Lake Michigan is a bit larger than the whole of Croatia.
The Beaches of Michigan
The beaches along Lake Michigan are world renowned for their sophistication and beauty. This is why the region is oftentimes regarded as the US’ “Third Coast,” following the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean.
The sand is colored off-white and feels soft. They are also referred to as the “singing sands” due to the squeaking noise made by its high quartz content. You will also find high sand dunes covered with sand cherries and green beach grass along its vicinity. Its waters are usually cold but clear even in the summer time. The lake in Northern Michigan is the only beach where you can find the state stone, Petoskey stones.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Benton Harbor
This 2-star hotel is located at 2276 Pipestone Road Benton Harbor. For a nightly rate of $95, you get to experience the conveniences of the hotel and enjoy the various attractions nearby. In fact, the hotel is only a short drive to any destination in St. Joseph and Benton Harbor. They are also 5 miles away only from the Silver Beach and Lake Michigan.
Guests are provided with a business center, high speed Internet and a fitness room. Families can get to experience a crystal clear spa and indoor pool. Their meeting rooms can accommodate up to 40 people along with a 24-hour front desk facility, golf, whirlpool and cribs, if needed. Attractions near the hotel include The Four Winds Casino Resort, Lake Michigan College, the Mendel Center, and Orchard’s Mall. It is also near Jolly Orchards, Treemendous Fruit Farms, The Livery, Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds, Western Michigan University and Andrews University.
Comfort Suites Stevensville
This 2-star hotel is located at 2633 west Marquette Woods Road Stevensville. It is right in the center of the sunset coast of the Great Southwest Michigan. A nightly stay in their suites and rooms start at $99. 95.
Guests can surely unwind, relax and experience the genuine hospitality of their staff. Whether your stay is for business or leisure purposes, you will have the time of your life in their Sauna, indoor pool and business center along with Continental breakfast every morning. They also provide handicap facilities and rooms. The hotel is very near the finest vineyards of Michigan and Lake Michigan.
Comfort Suites South Haven
This 2-Star hotel is located at 1755 Phoenix Street South Haven. It is only 2 miles away from Lake Michigan and from South Haven’s historic downtown area. The hotel is also very near fine restaurants, unique shops, museums and the harbor area among others.
For a low nightly rate of $74. 95, guests are guaranteed with an indoor pool, Continental breakfast, a business center as well as handicapped facilities and rooms. If you are planning to bring your pet, it should not be a problem because they allow pets in the hotel.