Whaleback Inn

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January 2025

February 2025

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Housekeeping

Air conditioning

Parking included

Free WiFi

Explore the area

1757 N Manitou Trail, Leland, MI, 49654

Lake Leelanau
1 min walk
Van's Beach
2 min drive
Historic Fishtown
2 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
45 min drive

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

22 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Apartment (Cottage Suite)

46 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

22 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

22 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

42 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lakeview with Loveseat

Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Similar properties

Parking included

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

24/7 front desk

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

2 Jan - 3 Jan

About this property

Lakefront hotel in Leland with free parking

This smoke-free hotel features a garden, a picnic area and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free.

Whaleback Inn offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

During your stay at Whaleback Inn, you're just a quick walk from Lake Leelanau. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.

Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Amenities include a terrace
Just a 2-minute drive from Van's Beach and a few minutes from Historic Fishtown

As a guest of Whaleback Inn, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Leland hotel is smoke free.

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

Food and drink

Refrigerator

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

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Property is also known as

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Whaleback Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Fremont

Travelled with partner

27 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

My husband and I both said we would love to revisit this resort.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family

9 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

Susan

Travelled with partner

27 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan

15 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

1 Jul 2024

Charming Lakefront Chateau

Drew and Rachels hospitality was amazing, Frank, the resident cat is mostly disinterested, yet friendly. The whole place is very charming and feels like a community as you walk to the breakfast bar with Hannah's fantastic muffins. Sitting on the porch with friends, food and a wonderful view of the lake, makes me sad to think of all the times ive missed being here in the past. 10/10 recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with family

10 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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

Deborah

6 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Loved the casual feel. Enjoyed the coffee and light breakfast in the mornings. Was nice to have a kitchen on property as well w large fridge, microwave and drinking water tap. Rooms have a dorm fridge as well. Room was comfortable and bed was cozy. View of the lake off my porch. Would definitely return and recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Travelled with family

22 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice stay

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

19 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Book it!

It was amazing! Great location, the inn keepers were great, room clean.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner

6 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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

Carlina, La Grange

Travelled with family

13 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nice view of Lake and Rachel the Innkeeper was most attentive.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daphne

Travelled with family

9 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Cozy atmosphere

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann

Travelled with family

23 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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

Susan

17 Sept 2023

Liked: Amenities

Up on a hill, the former resort overlooks Lake Leelanau. It is rather expensive, but I found it worth it. I had to catch a passenger boat to an island off shore, and leave early. The charm is fantastic.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with partner

13 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The lakes and water

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Judi

Travelled with partner

9 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The location was beautiful. Right across the street from the lake. Lovely setting with outside patio and chairs off the the room. Comfortsble bed. I was a bit disappointed that there was no coffee maker or microwave in the room and very limited continental breakfast for the price however many close restaurants. We wake up very early and like a cup in am.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loni

Travelled with family

1 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

They views were extraordinary. The rooms were spacious and the beds were so comfortable. The staff was helpful and our rooms were made up each day. The location was central to cute towns, vineyards and the state and national parks. So many great hiking trails!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

21 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Such a welcoming experience with a stunning view.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with group

21 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Decor was UP NORTH cute.....Bed was comfortable!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

9 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

5 Aug 2023

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Travelled with family

19 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner

10 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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