Renaissance Inn At Bay Harbor

Location. The Renaissance Inn at Bay Harbor is located in Bay Harbor, Mich. The property fronts Lake Michigan and boasts four golf courses. Within one-quarter mile of the hotel are the Bay Harbor History Museum, Harbor Springs Marina, and the Village at Bay Harbor shopping and dining district.

Hotel Features. This five-story Victorian resort was listed in 2008 among Travel + Leisure's 500 Best Hotels in the World. The property's shoreline bluffs, rock formations and woodlands create a natural landscape for the four emerald fairways totaling 45 holes of golf. The sands of Lake Michigan offer private beachfront cabanas, chaise lounges, shore-side hammocks and water views. The hotel features a health club with a full-service salon and spa, a sundeck, and a seasonal outdoor pool and spa tub. The resort offers four dining options. Sagamore's serves regional American fare in its lakeside dining room and outdoor terrace. South American Lounge is a genteel club featuring cocktails and American-style tapas. The Inn Café offers light fare, Starbucks coffee and homemade ice cream. The poolside Cabana Bar is open seasonally. Complimentary wireless Internet access in available in the lobby.

Guestrooms. Palates of cool blues and sage greens set the stage for the resort's 134 cottage-style guestrooms. Beds feature 300-thread count linens, down duvets and choices of down or foam pillows. Rooms make liberal use of summer-white living room and bedroom furniture. Most rooms feature working fireplaces and private balconies. Bathrooms offer bathrobes, marble vanities and tiled bath/shower combinations. Select rooms feature jetted tubs. High-speed Internet access is available for a fee.

Expert Tip. Guests may play chess on a large board with pieces that are a few feet tall or play lawn croquet overlooking Lake Michigan. The grounds boast walking, jogging and biking paths.

$50 Gift Card
Use an American Express card to book a weekend stay in a "$50 Gift Card" rate category from September 29 - November 22, 2009, for travel from October 2 - December 13, 2009, and receive a your choice of one $50 American Express, West Elm, or Sur la Table gift card per stay.
Valid for Thursday, Friday, or Saturday arrivals only; stay must include a Friday or Saturday night. Guest will receive a voucher upon check-in with a URL to register for a gift card. Guest has 30 days from check out to register their gift card choice online. Gift card will be mailed to qualified guests 4 to 6 weeks after redemption. Gift cards do not expire. Canadian residents will receive a $50 CAD American Express Travelers Cheque in lieu of gift card. Offer not applicable to groups of 10 or more. Rooms are limited; blackout dates or other restrictions may apply. While supplies last. No rain checks or substitutions will be issued. Void where prohibited. Cannot be combined with any other promotions.