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Hillside Waterfront Hotel
4.4 ★★★★☆ 65 Google reviews · Lakefront wedding venue in Ephraim, Wisconsin · 1.2 mi to the lake
Country-style B&B offering rooms with 4-poster beds, fireplaces & balconies, plus 2 cottages.
Plan your tour
- Setting lakefront venue, 1.2 mi to the lake — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
- Lodging on-site rooms come up in reviews and the venue's own info — a built-in room block for a destination beach wedding; ask what's included
- Phone (920) 854-7666
- Website hillsideofdoorcounty.com — most venues book tours right on their site
On the property
“The views of the water from the front of the hotel are beautiful, especially for sunset, and the location is perfectly central in the town and the peninsula as a whole.”
“Staying at The Hillside Waterfront was one of the best lodging experiences of my life.”
“*sigh* Anyway, the view of the bay is spectacular, and the docks are directly across the street.”
What couples highlight
“The views of the water from the front of the hotel are beautiful, especially for sunset, and the location is perfectly central in the town and the peninsula as a whole.”
From the reviews
Excellent! I’ve been meaning to write this review for several weeks now, but it’s been challenging because I have so many wonderful thoughts and fond memories. The Hillside Waterfront Hotel is so relaxing and comfortable, but it feels like going back to your mom‘s house.
This was one of the most relaxing and comfortable hotel stays of my life. I love staying in Ephraim and have always admired this hotel from afar and was so excited to finally book a stay. It surpassed my expectations.
In my opinion Hillside is simply the nicest lodging in Door County. The beautiful view over looking the bay, the “Top Drawer” lodging, amenities, and convenient location make this the ideal place from which to visit Door County.
This place is incredible. I’ve stayed in a lot of hotels in Door County and this is the best. Gorgeous views, really well-appointed rooms, spa shower, 24/7 coffee and tea, walking distance to everything in town. Diane was so welcoming and Julia was very responsive over text.
Getting married at Hillside Waterfront Hotel
Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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