A summer beach destination worthy of being named one of the best views in Michigan, within walking distance to Grand Haven. The relaxed, casual vibe will make you feel at home. Sip coffee or wine on the patio overlooking Lake Michigan with one of the best views in the city!
If you are looking for a great beach getaway but donât want to make the long trip, you have found the right place. Grand Haven is continuously ranked as one of the best beaches in the Country and was recently ranked as the âHappiest Seaside Townâ in America by Coastal Living magazine.
Looking Glass Beachfront Inn is located directly across the street from Lake Michigan with easy access to the beach, pier and lighthouse. We offer amazing views many people have likened to the California coast.
To make it better, we are an easy one-mile walk from downtown Grand Haven. Downtown offers everything you want, including shops, restaurants, breweries, wine tasting rooms, museums, art galleries, and more.
Grand Haven, Michigan, part of the Holland-Grand Haven metro area, is in Ottawa County. The city is where the Grand River empties into Lake Michigan. Grand Haven is a special place, but we will tell you about the most enchanting spot of allâŚthe Worldâs Largest Musical Fountain. This popular work of art was designed and patented by William M. Booth, II. In 1997, the Worldâs Largest Musical Fountain turned 35 years old. Some original volunteers who helped build the fountain were on hand to create 30 new programs for the Fountain to celebrate this special anniversary. There are up to 3,000 light and water movement changes in each 20-minute program. Each program minute involves one hour of programming the software for the display.
Grand Haven is consistently ranked as having one of the best beaches in the country. You can see it and the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan from our common areas and perhaps even from your room at Looking Glass Beachfront Inn. Our location is directly across the street from Grand Haven State Park beach, which gives you access without hunting for parking. We offer beach towels, beach chairs, and beach umbrellas, so you donât need to bring your own.
For kayakers, the Grand River Heritage Water Trail meanders 41 miles between Grandville and Grand Haven. You donât need to travel the entire river. Itâs divided into nine distinct routes.
Walking out on the pier to the lighthouse is rated on TripAdvisor as the Number 1 thing to do in Grand Haven. Lighthouse collectors can check two off their list while staying here because the pier has an inner and outer light.
Notably, avid lighthouse aficionados can see 12 lighthouses between St. Joseph and Ludington. Looking Glass Beachfront Inn is the place where you can stay at the midpoint.
With Looking Glass Beachfront Inn only a one-mile walk to downtown, most guests leave their cars in our parking lot and navigate on foot or bicycles. That means no hunting for a parking place downtown. Itâs an easy walk, allowing you to enjoy the boardwalk and admire the Grand River channel on your way to shopping, restaurants, museums, wineries, breweries, and more.
When festivals are in town, a few blocks of downtown get blocked off, and they utilize the street space. Festivals doing this include the Art Festival, Coast Guard Festival, Rib Festival, and more.
It seems like the festivals never end here, with something for everyone. We cover the bases from the well-known and extremely popular Coast Guard Festival to the smaller, more quaint ones. Other popular festivals include the Kite Festival, Art Festival, Sand Sculpture Contest, and Salmon Festival, to name a few.
Michigan is known for craft beer, and Grand Haven is fortunate to be centrally located on the West Michigan Wine and Beer Trail, which extends from Holland to Ludington and east to Grand Rapids. Enjoy three great breweries in Grand Haven: Oddside Ales, Burzurk Brewing, and Grand Armory, which offer a wide variety of beer choices. Make Looking Glass Beachfront Inn your home base as you venture to breweries within 40 miles of Grand Haven, such as beer choices. Â Founders and Perrin in Grand Rapids or New Holland in Holland.
Grand Haven is located at a midpoint on the popular West Michigan Wine and Beer Trail in a state known for its wine industry. Try the tasting rooms at 12 Corners Vineyardâs downtown location and our newest winery and tasting room- Fox & Hen Winery.
Being on Lake Michigan, the beauty around the area is endless. There are lots of options to take in, whether you like swimming, hiking, biking, boating, or more. We have lots of park options, including state and county parks. The innkeepers have explored many of them and would love to give suggestions.
Grand Haven is a great area for active enjoyment of the outdoors. Hop on the paved Lakeshore Trail for a 20-mile bike ride or hike from Grand Haven State Park south to Holland. Charter a fishing boat to go after salmon or perch in Lake Michigan. Skydiving? Weâve got a popular local provider for that. Or bring the clubs. Weâve got 25 public and private golf courses within 40 miles of Grand Haven.
We welcome families with children. Our Dunegrass room can sleep up to four with the addition of a loft that has twin beds and views of Lake Michigan. In other rooms, an air mattress can accommodate one additional person.
Check-In Time 02:30 PM-5:00 PM | Check-Out Time 11:00 AM. Early & Late Check is available for a nominal fee. Accommodations include breakfast and daily refreshments. Pricing is based on single or double occupancy. Additional people subject to extra charges. All rooms must be guaranteed by credit card regardless of final method of payment. Reservations require 1 night minimum as deposit at time of booking. Rates subject to a 11% Michigan Sales and Lodging Tax on each room and $2 per night MBBA assessment. Rates are subject to change without notice. Reservations are not guaranteed until the deposit is paid. Two night minimum stay required on weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Three night minimum stay on holiday weekends during peak season (Memorial Day, 4th of July, Coast Guard Festival, and Labor Day).General Policies
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6757 Cascade Road SE, Ste 241
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
