Where to stay in Saugatuck-Douglas
Twin art towns on Lake Michigan, about two and a half hours from Chicago, with galleries, dune beaches and the Midwest's biggest gay resort. The season runs Memorial Day through Halloween, with Pride and White Party weekends at the Dunes the busiest.
Campit Outdoor Resort
118th Avenue, Fennville (near Saugatuck)
A wooded LGBTQ+ campground with cabins, vintage trailers, glamping tents and RV sites, plus a heated pool, cafe and themed weekends. Great for groups and budget trips; guests must be 21+ and buy a small annual membership.
Official siteThe Dunes Resort
Blue Star Highway, Douglas
Open since 1981 and celebrating its 45th season in 2026, the Dunes mixes motel rooms, cottages and suites with a pool, bars, a nightclub and Sunday tea dances. Book it to be at the center of the action; holiday weekends sell out months ahead.
Official siteThe Saugatuck Motel
Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck
A restored 1950s-style motel with a pool and fire-pit courtyard, a short drive from both downtowns. Fun, unfussy and good value for a weekend at the Dunes.
Official siteHidden Garden Cottages & Suites
Butler Street, downtown Saugatuck
Four private themed cottages and suites with their own kitchens, stocked with a continental breakfast you eat on your own schedule. Suits couples who want privacy and a walkable downtown base.
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