Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel

Situated on M-72 in Williamsburg, a mere four miles to the east of Traverse City, Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel is managed by the Grand Traverse Band Economic Development Corporation. Formerly the responsibility of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, this establishment is a component of Grand Traverse Resorts, which also includes the Leelanau Sands casino in Peshabestown. Spanning 336,000 square feet, the resort boasts a hotel with 137 rooms and suites, offering an array of amenities such as flat-screen HDTVs, 24-hour access to a fitness centre, free WiFi, and three dining venues. These include a premier steakhouse, a retro-themed diner, and a snack bar, complemented by bars/lounges, a gift shop, and 4,500 square feet of conference facilities.

The casino’s 56,000 square feet of gaming area host over 1,200 modern slot machines, featuring reels, video, keno, and video poker. Guests can enjoy a variety of table games, including Blackjack, Roulette, and Craps, together with electronic table games, a High Limit room, and sports betting.

Only a short distance from Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel—visible from the Grand Traverse Resort Tower—is its sister venue, Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, celebrated for its spa services. The two-storey, 7,000-square-foot spa resort delivers comprehensive amenities, such as 23 treatment rooms, a salon, and a boutique. The spa presents an extensive list of treatments encompassing massage and body care, facials, nail care, hair styling, waxing, and makeup, along with numerous packages. Additionally, this sister property provides one of the Midwest’s premier golfing experiences, with three courses: The Bear, Spruce Run, and The Wolverine. Guests can also enjoy two bars and three exceptional dining options, including Aerie Restaurant & Lounge on the 16th floor of the tower, as well as 86,500 square feet of adaptable meeting space.