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Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel with a casino, steps from Leelanau Sands Casino

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Exterior
Front of property
Signature Room
Casino
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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2579 N.W. BayShore Dr, Suttons Bay, MI, 49682
  • Place, Leelanau Sands Casino
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nathaniel Rose Wine
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Room

Traditional Room

Traditional Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room

Signature Room

Signature Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Room

Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Premium Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Suttons Bay

Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge places you steps from Leelanau Sands Casino and within a short 5-minute stroll of Lake Michigan. Highlights at this hotel include a casino, free self-parking and Sports book. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a television in a common area. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Suttons Bay hotel include Leelanau Cheese Company and Ciccone Vineyard and Winery.

What's nearby

  • Leelanau Sands Casino - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nathaniel Rose Wine - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Historic Fishtown - 18 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 20 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Front Street - 27 min drive - 39.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hop Lot Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big Dex's Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pedaling Beans Coffeehouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪VI Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bisto Polaris - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge

Hotel with a casino, steps from Leelanau Sands Casino
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A casino, a vending machine, and a sportsbook are also featured at Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This Suttons Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge offers 51 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 37-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Suttons Bay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 325 slot machines
  • 5 gaming tables
  • Bingo
  • Casino (60,000 square foot of space)
  • Sportsbook
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Leelanau Sands Casino Lodge
Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge Hotel
Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge Suttons Bay
Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge Hotel Suttons Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge?

Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge?

Yep, Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge?

The closest beach to Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge is Christmas Cove Beach (17.2 km).

Is Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge?

No, Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 307 out of 620 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 620 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 620 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 620 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 620 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherry, three rivers

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything thing was wonderful. Staff were amazing and very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was delightful. Mini fridge was great. Comfy beds. The best part was the plush thick bath towels and the amazing view of Sutton Bay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tina M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, lovely balcony, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Terri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked big TV but no breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No pets
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Karl

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We found hairballs on the floor, the tv didn’t work, and the staff had a bit of an attitude.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Pleasantly surprised!

Hotel is clean and updated. Great staff, very friendly and helpful Hotel is in a great location! Beautiful balcony to sit on and watch the sunrise. I would stay here again! 5++ stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this hotel several times and the room upgrades are nice, but seems a little expensive still for what it is. But it is a convenient location for us spending time in Leelanau County and it was during high fall season traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Colleen

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, excellent shuttle service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice room with outdoor patio seating area. Quiet and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polly Clare

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room. Extremely Clean. Sheets Clean and Crisp. Décor totally renovated. HIGHLY RECOMMEND you STAY HERE
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn, wyoming

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Get the Bayview
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shari

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and rooms. Was some confusion about the smoking policy and being to smoke outside on the rooms patio.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025