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The best beach wedding venues in Michigan

Ranked by the couples who actually got married there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 101,486 reviews of Michigan venues. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, true beach wedding venues only, one entry per venue, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

Terrace Bay Hotel, beach wedding venue near Gladstone, MI

#1 Terrace Bay Hotel

4.4 ★★★★☆ 2,132 reviews · Gladstone, MI

Weddings Climate-controlled breathtaking beach settingstaff who go above & beyond

Low-rise hotel offering traditional quarters, plus an indoor pool & a lakefront restaurant.

“What a pleasant surprise...... Terrace Bay Hotel was above and beyond what I expected. We were in room 209 which was a King Suite in the Main building. Right close to Bimbo Coffee …” — Kerry

Roostertail, beach wedding venue near Detroit, MI

#2 Roostertail

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,207 reviews · Detroit, MI

Weddings All-inclusive Climate-controlled breathtaking beach settingstaff who go above & beyondstress-free planning

Waterfront event space with a fountain. Known for being a wedding venue.

“Easiest 5 star review! From my first conversation with Nicole at the Roostertail I KNEW this was where I wanted to get married. First my husband and I had a phone call conversation…” — Kaitlyn

The War Memorial, beach wedding venue near Grosse Pointe Farms, MI

#3 The War Memorial

4.8 ★★★★★ 957 reviews · Grosse Pointe Farms, MI

Weddings breathtaking beach settingstaff who go above & beyondflawless coordination

“The War Memorial is an absolutely stunning venue. We had a wedding planner through Haley Makay events that managed a large amount of communication with the War Memorial and day-of …” — Madeline

Hotel Perry, beach wedding venue near Petoskey, MI

#4 Hotel Perry

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,229 reviews · Petoskey, MI

Weddings On-site lodging

Cozy rooms in an 1899 hotel with free Wi-Fi, plus a homey restaurant, a rose garden & a pub.

Frauenthal Center, beach wedding venue near Muskegon, MI

#5 Frauenthal Center

4.8 ★★★★★ 908 reviews · Muskegon, MI

Weddings On-site lodging

This historical venue with two stages, a hall & gallery showcases plays, music, dance, films & art.

The Inn At Harbor Shores, beach wedding venue near St Joseph, MI

#6 The Inn At Harbor Shores

4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,348 reviews · St Joseph, MI

Weddings On-site lodging Climate-controlled breathtaking beach settingstaff who go above & beyonddreamy oceanfront views

Modern rooms & suites in a waterside resort with a roof deck, indoor/outdoor pools & a restaurant.

“We came in the off season so it was quieter than usual. The staff were so friendly and helpful, especially the barista in the cafe attached to the hotel. The views were amazing, th…” — Caleb

MacRay Harbor, beach wedding venue near Harrison Township, MI

#7 MacRay Harbor

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,114 reviews · Harrison Township, MI

Weddings breathtaking beach settingstaff who go above & beyondstress-free planning

“We had our wedding shower, rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony, and reception at MacRay Harbor. The service from Kelli, the event coordinator, far exceeded any expectations I had fo…” — Alexis

Harbour View Inn - Mackinac Island, MI, beach wedding venue near Mackinac Island, MI

#8 Harbour View Inn - Mackinac Island, MI

4.6 ★★★★★ 838 reviews · Mackinac Island, MI

Weddings On-site lodging breathtaking beach settingstaff who go above & beyondeasy for out-of-town guests

Historic B&B set in lush gardens & offering airy rooms & suites, plus continental breakfast & Wi-Fi.

“Wonderful place. Stay here when visiting Mackinac Island. We lodged in garden view room, 1108, in the main house. It was everything we could have hoped for. The staff was amazing, …” — Matthew

The Lake House Waterfront Grille and Event Center, beach wedding venue near Muskegon, MI

#9 The Lake House Waterfront Grille and Event Center

4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,195 reviews · Muskegon, MI

Weddings breathtaking beach settinggreat value for a beach venue

Stylish eatery serves American small plates & mains with a view, plus an outdoor lounge area.

“Their crab cakes were decent. Walleye was good. Everything there was just basic food. Nothing wowed me to where I’d go back. They spent a lot of time on the presentation of the foo…” — Andrew

Golden Sands Golf & Bucket Bar, beach wedding venue near Mears, MI

#10 Golden Sands Golf & Bucket Bar

4.6 ★★★★★ 632 reviews · Mears, MI

Weddings breathtaking beach settingdelicious food & drinks

Relaxed family-run eatery with a large patio serving pizza and sandwiches alongside wine and beer.

“My husband and I chose Golden Sands as our wedding venue mainly due to how absolutely gorgeous the course is but also because I was/am obsessed with their Buffalo Mac and Cheese pi…” — Meghan

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