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A modern building with a glass facade and a sign for Turtle Creek Casino & Resort.

A modern multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign reading "Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel".

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging pendant lights.

1. Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel

10.2 km from Darby Lake

JaNay

€114

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and a staircase.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a coffee machine in the background.

A covered outdoor deck with wooden flooring, cushioned chairs, and a hammock.

A building with a brick facade, a circular window with a wreath, and two potted plants in front.

2. All Seasons Resort

10.1 km from Darby Lake

Riel

€84

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A beach view with two white lounge chairs, one with a straw hat and the other with a towel, and a small table with a book and a bottle between them.

A deck with a fire pit and two chairs overlooking a sunset over water.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bathtub, and a view of the sea through a large window.

A large, multi-story hotel with a beachside location, featuring numerous balconies and a sandy beach with sun loungers.

3. The Baywatch Resort

18.5 km from Darby Lake

Dan and Carolyn

€78

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A hot tub with a tiled edge and a metal ladder, surrounded by a brick floor and wooden chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a dresser, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and calm sea.

4. Grand Beach Resort Hotel

18.5 km from Darby Lake

margaret

€81

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a corner bathtub, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathtub, and a small desk with a lamp.

A cozy hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area.

5. Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

18.4 km from Darby Lake

Melissa

€62

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A fire pit area with people sitting around it, a sign for Sandbar Lodge, and a view of the surrounding area including a building and trees.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden panel wall, bedside tables, and a view of greenery outside.

A sign for Sandbar Lodge with a landscaped garden in front.

6. The Sandbar Lodge at Torch Lake

14 km from Darby Lake

Susie

€133

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A beach with rows of white lounge chairs and umbrellas, a calm sea, and a distant shoreline.

A large, multi-story hotel with balconies and a beachside location.

A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant land.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

7. Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

18.3 km from Darby Lake

Jessica

€81

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a large dining table.

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by large windows and wooden beams.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, furnished with two tables and four chairs.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a bar area.

8. Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

17.7 km from Darby Lake

Kimberly

€95

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A row of green and blue Adirondack chairs facing a body of water, with a Sleep Inn sign in the background.

Outdoor patio seating with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a sofa, a coffee table, a large pillar, a door, and a wall-mounted artwork.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a TV.

9. Sleep Inn & Suites Bay View Acme - Traverse City

15.8 km from Darby Lake

Karen

€59

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

A sign for Lakeshore Inn surrounded by a landscaped garden with various plants.

A park with picnic tables and a barbecue grill.

A hotel room with a large window, two chairs, a small table, and a bed.

10. Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn

18.9 km from Darby Lake

Lisa

€75

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A large building with a modern design, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a calm lake reflecting the structure.

A golf course with a pond, sand bunkers, and a water tower in the background.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows, and a view of the city.

A beachside seating area with lounge chairs and a fire pit.

11. Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

15.2 km from Darby Lake

Jennifer

€127

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a lifeguard sign.

A Seasons Inn lobby with a stone wall, two red leather chairs, a small table with a water dispenser, and a sign above the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a lamp, and a small seating area.

12. Seasons Inn Traverse City

18.4 km from Darby Lake

Dennis

€53

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a beach view, a dock with boats, and a sandy beach with lounge chairs.

A gazebo, a fountain, and a building with a balcony overlooking a beach.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a no diving sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

13. ParkShore Resort

18.8 km from Darby Lake

Stephen

€87

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, beach, and ocean view.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large bed, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a seating area with chairs and tables, and large windows providing natural light.

A lakeside view with a sandy beach, red chairs, and a small shed.

14. Cherry Tree Inn & Suites

17.2 km from Darby Lake

Timothy O

€116

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a small table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

A swimming pool with a blue tiled edge, a hot tub, and a door in the background.

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, displayed in metal containers.

15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Acme-Traverse City by IHG

15.7 km from Darby Lake

Julie

€86

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern reception area with a counter, a 'Market' sign, and a refrigerated display of beverages.

A modern hotel with a red and beige facade, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A modern restaurant with a large TV screen, wooden tables, and chairs. There are various food items and a coffee machine visible.

16. avid hotel Traverse City by IHG

17.9 km from Darby Lake

Sonila

€94

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A cozy loft-style living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a large window.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a body of water and a distant shoreline.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a dresser, and a painting on the wall.

17. Pinestead Reef Resort

18.9 km from Darby Lake

Gary

€88

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a painting, and a window with a view of the sea.

A Hampton Inn by Hilton hotel with a modern facade, illuminated signage, and landscaped grounds.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue tiled edge, a lifeguard stand, and multiple chairs along the poolside.

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a weight bench.

18. Hampton Inn Traverse City

19.4 km from Darby Lake

Tina

€89

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

A hotel room with a bathtub, a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bottle of wine.

A beach with two blue chairs facing the water.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the water.

19. Pointes North Beachfront Hotel – 2 Person Spa Tub Studios

17.5 km from Darby Lake

francis

€83

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A beach with white lounge chairs and a dock extending into the water.

A marina with boats docked along a waterfront, surrounded by residential houses and lush greenery.

A lakeside dock with boats, a fire pit, and wooden benches.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a double sink, and a stone backsplash.

20. Fife Lake Lodge

16.6 km from Darby Lake

Kimberlee

€141

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Darby Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 582 reviews	View
All Seasons Resort	8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
The Baywatch Resort	9.4 Exceptional 2,422 reviews	View
Grand Beach Resort Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 2,482 reviews	View
Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City	9.0 Wonderful 2,441 reviews	View

Top Darby Lake Hotel Reviews

All Seasons Resort

8/10 Good

"Hotel has been nicely updated. It was clean and comfortable. Breakfast bar was very good."

Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was nice"

Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private

10/10 Excellent

"We thoroughly enjoyed our lovely stay in the beautiful, rustic cabin on the River. It had everything you could possibly need with a wonderful shower, fully stocked kitchen with utensils and spices and a fireplace that we spent every night in front of. Only suggestion would be to bring your own drinking water. While the water is safe to drink it does have a little different taste to it. Well worth a visit and we hope to go back again."

Welcome to Serenity Shores! 🌅 Soak in the private hot tub, unwind by the fire pit 🔥, and savor calming lake views. Pet-friendly 🐾 and perfect for recharging, exploring, and making memories.

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay! Very clean and great attention to detail. Amenities felt very intentional. We had a lovely time."

Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit.

10/10 Excellent

"Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a lovely home nestled in the woods where the architecture of the home itself (clerestory and skylight windows throughout) made it feel like we were immersed in nature itself for the entire stay. The wrap around porch was also a winderful place to sit, eat and enjoy the forest. The property is near a state forest campground so the surroundings were beautifully remote feeling with uninterrupted trees and the rustic walkway to the Boardman river was nice. We would highly recommend as a quiet retreat from hectic lives and busy schedules. The house had everything needed for a comfortable stay."

Studio Apartment with patio. Casino, Flint Fields Equestrian , State Trails.

10/10 Excellent

"clean comfortable space."

Fiebing's Rustic/Remote Cabin on two Private Lakes

10/10 Excellent

"This property is rustic but is described as such, so if you are looking for the four seasons, don’t come here and then complain. It is a WONDERFUL rustic cabin with so much room to roam on trails through the woods and around the lakes. There are lots of fish in the lake and wildlife in the woods. Everything is very comfortable. Highly recommend."

Giuliana Rose Farmhouse

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome property. Beautiful home!!! Easy check in/check out. Great hosts!"

Waterfront log home on Elk Lake with dock and mooring, window A/C. Dog ok.

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice yard to view Lake and room for my daschund to rome. Liked the privacy. Brought my canoe and was easy enough launch and tie up to the dock. Water was shallow so a big boat might be an issue. House was cozy and comfortable."

Other attractions near Darby Lake

Little Guernsey Lakes

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Little Guernsey Lakes during your travels in Kalkaska. Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.

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Island Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Island Lake during your travels in Kalkaska. Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.

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Guernsey Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Guernsey Lake during your travels in Kalkaska. Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.

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Root Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Root Lake during your travels in Williamsburg. Visit the area's casinos and shops.

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Sand Lakes

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sand Lakes during your travels in Williamsburg. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the golf courses.

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Haynes Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Haynes Lake during your travels in Williamsburg. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

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Sand Lakes Quiet Area

6.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Sand Lakes Quiet Area, a lovely green space in Williamsburg. Wander through the beautiful beaches and lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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South Branch Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit South Branch Nature Preserve during your travels to Traverse City. Discover the area's wineries and its lively festivals.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Darby Lake?

Darby Lake is located in Kalkaska. You'll find 21 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Darby Lake?

Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a casino and 2 restaurants. You'll find it 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Darby Lake. Another good choice is Secluded 10-Acre Riverfront Lodge. Pet-Friendly! Hot Tub!, located 5.2 mi (8.3 km) away.

How many hotels are there close to Darby Lake?

Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Darby Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Darby Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Darby Lake.

What can I see and do near Darby Lake?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Guernsey Lake, Island Lake and Haynes Lake. You might plan a visit to Sand Lakes Quiet Area or South Branch Nature Preserve while you're in the area. Smith Lake and Little Guernsey Lakes are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for Darby Lake hotels

1. Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel

2. All Seasons Resort

3. The Baywatch Resort

4. Grand Beach Resort Hotel

5. Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

6. The Sandbar Lodge at Torch Lake

7. Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

8. Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

9. Sleep Inn & Suites Bay View Acme - Traverse City

10. Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn

11. Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

12. Seasons Inn Traverse City

13. ParkShore Resort

14. Cherry Tree Inn & Suites

15. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Acme-Traverse City by IHG

16. avid hotel Traverse City by IHG

17. Pinestead Reef Resort

18. Hampton Inn Traverse City

19. Pointes North Beachfront Hotel – 2 Person Spa Tub Studios

20. Fife Lake Lodge

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Top Darby Lake Hotel Reviews

All Seasons Resort

Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel

Shadowland River Lodge on Boardman River - Pet Friendly - Acreage - Private

Welcome to Serenity Shores! 🌅 Soak in the private hot tub, unwind by the fire pit 🔥, and savor calming lake views. Pet-friendly 🐾 and perfect for recharging, exploring, and making memories.

Cozy Cottage on Boardman River. Great location for fishing with a fire pit.

Studio Apartment with patio. Casino, Flint Fields Equestrian , State Trails.

Fiebing's Rustic/Remote Cabin on two Private Lakes

Giuliana Rose Farmhouse

Waterfront log home on Elk Lake with dock and mooring, window A/C. Dog ok.

Other attractions near Darby Lake

Little Guernsey Lakes

Island Lake

Guernsey Lake

Root Lake

Sand Lakes

Haynes Lake

Sand Lakes Quiet Area

South Branch Nature Preserve

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