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.
#1 Terrace Bay Hotel
4.4 ★★★★☆ 2,132 reviews · Gladstone, MI
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
#2 Roostertail
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,207 reviews · Detroit, MI
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
#3 The War Memorial
4.8 ★★★★★ 957 reviews · Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
“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
#4 Hotel Perry
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,229 reviews · Petoskey, MI
Cozy rooms in an 1899 hotel with free Wi-Fi, plus a homey restaurant, a rose garden & a pub.
#5 Frauenthal Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 908 reviews · Muskegon, MI
This historical venue with two stages, a hall & gallery showcases plays, music, dance, films & art.
#6 The Inn At Harbor Shores
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,348 reviews · St Joseph, MI
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
#7 MacRay Harbor
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,114 reviews · Harrison Township, MI
“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
#8 Harbour View Inn - Mackinac Island, MI
4.6 ★★★★★ 838 reviews · Mackinac Island, MI
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
#9 The Lake House Waterfront Grille and Event Center
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,195 reviews · Muskegon, MI
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
#10 Golden Sands Golf & Bucket Bar
4.6 ★★★★★ 632 reviews · Mears, MI
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