Developers in Michigan have spared no expense in creating and operating casinos that offer up both glitz and entertainment. Far from the dry, hot desert of Las Vegas, Northern Michigan's casinos offer patrons the unique experience of the natural beauty of the area mixed with the excitement of an exotic vacation. Fine cuisine, gambling, live shows and attractive accommodations are all part of the package when you visit one of the casinos located near Traverse City.
The "Lodge" is the name for the Sands' overnight accommodations. Surrounded by woods, and overlooking Grand Traverse Bay, rooms feature satellite TV, in-room refrigerator and coffee service. The Double Eagle restaurants offers casual meals and refined fare, including hand-cut steak and cedar plank salmon. The lounge offers a casual bar atmosphere with pool tables and big screen TVs. The showroom has 1,000 seats and also serves as a night club, available for private bookings. The casino has hundreds of slot machines featuring a variety of different games and a full range of table games. If you want to explore outside of the Sands' property you'll find the Leelanau Peninsula wine trail, a tour of a dozen wineries within a 30-minute drive. There are also the famous Sleeping Bear sand dunes and miles of Lake Michigan beaches to explore.
Leelanau Sands Casino & Lounge
2521 NW Bayshore Drive
Peshawbestown, MI 49682
(231) 534-8100
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The Turtle Creek casino offers a wide array of games, and is open 24 hours Thursday to Saturday; it's still open until 4 a.m. the rest of the week. On Monday to Thursday the minimum bet for the craps table is only $3 and they offer 10x odds. Rooms in the hotel range from the traditional that includes a large LCD television, to the Deluxe that includes a jetted tub and Omega stereo speaker system. Turtle Creek has an on-site casual restaurant, a separate buffet, a deli, and a coffee cafe. The third floor of the hotel houses a modern bar with a night club atmosphere that hosts regular battle of the bands competitions.
Turtle Creek Casino
7741 M-72 East
Williamsburg, MI 49690
800-922-2WIN
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In 2009 Odawa Casino Resort was awarded the "Best Casino in Michigan" award by the Michigan Meetings and Events organization. Located in the quaint lake resort town of Petoskey, visitors will enjoy the stately Victorian homes and boutique shops near the casino. There is also highly regarded golfing and the beauty of Lake Michigan to experience. The casino offers a Vegas-style atmosphere with every popular game and slot machine that gamers love. With a luxury, casual, and cafe style resturant, dining is covered between bouts of playing. The hotel has an indoor pool and offers in-room coffee makers and movies. The entertainment facilities include a hall with live shows by top entertainers, a lounge and a nightclub.
Odawa Casino Resort
1760 Lears Road
Petoskey, MI 49770
1-877-442-6464
http://www.odawacasino.com/
