Walloon Lake, Michigan
Hotel Walloon
Vintage lakeside lodge
Vintage lakeside lodge
The lodge recreates the atmosphere of a classic lakeside inn, where days unfold between the private beach and the guest-only hearth.
What it’s good at
Listed
Shoreline access on Walloon Lake, near Ernest Hemingway's childhood summer cottage at Windemere.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The current Hotel Walloon honors that legacy without turning it into a theme: lakeside rooms with private balconies, suite options, plush robes and bedding tailored to preference.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Walloon Lake Village sits just outside, with waterfront tables at Barrel Back and fine dining at the historic Walloon Lake Inn next door.
The rooms
Ground-floor rooms open onto covered verandas with overhead heaters, while upper-level balconies look out across the water.
The outdoor whirlpool
The outdoor whirlpool is heated year-round, looking out over the lawn toward the lake and docks.
At the table
The bar serves local spirits and house bourbon from a green tufted leather counter. Lakefront tables surround a central fireplace.
How it began
Jon Borisch spent childhood summers here, returning decades later to bring lodging back to the village after a fifty-year absence.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.