The Hotel Saugatuck Blog

Saugatuck is a dream destination for your next solo female travel getaway, from its hiking and outdoorsy charm to carefree days spent browsing in hip boutiques, treating yourself to spa days and yoga classes, and diving into the diverse local restaurant scene. It’s all just minutes away from our Michigan bed and breakfast – so stay in luxury in the heart of Saugatuck and escape to the picturesque coast of Lake Michigan.

Saugatuck’s snowy outdoor destinations make the perfect backdrop for your Michigan romantic escape. Weather the cold together with a scenic winter walk through the lakeside city filled with breathtaking natural beauty. Hike over sandy dunes, enjoy the simplicity of a small city park or take in the picturesque view of a nature preserve together all within a short distance of our Saugatuck bed and breakfast.

Unwinding on the Shores of Lake Michigan: Day Spas and Relaxation in Saugatuck

With the sloping dunes along Lake Michigan and idyllic views of the Kalamazoo River providing a backdrop of natural beauty, Saugatuck is the perfect place to escape the daily grind, where you can relax, rejuvenate, and recharge. Some of the best day spas in Michigan are in downtown Saugatuck and neighboring Douglas, each with differing focuses ranging from facials and yoga to various types of massage and bodywork, run by longtime locals who bring decades of experience to their craft.

Wintry Beauty and Holiday Charm on the Shores of Lake Michigan

With autumn’s annual tapestry of fall foliage winding down and brisk, beautiful wintry days arriving, the holiday season inches ever closer, a time of year when Saugatuck takes on a festive and joyful ambiance. Saugatuck events add to the seasonal cheer, offering residents and visitors a variety of activities to celebrate the winter months. Although some businesses and eateries focus on the summer season and shut their doors during the slower winter months, plenty stay open year-round, with stores less crowded and restaurant reservations easier to snag during the quieter stretch of winter.

A Saugatuck Halloween Tradition and Parade Unlike Any Other

As autumn sets in, with the leaves putting on a vibrant show around town and a chill in the evening air blowing in off Lake Michigan, it’s a beautiful time of year to visit. The days are generally quieter and more relaxed after the always-busy summer season, but Saugatuck and Douglas come alive in fantastic fashion around Halloween.

None of the Halloween Saugatuck festivities are more legendary or over-the-top fun than the adults-only parade when a costumed celebration takes over downtown Douglas – spend the whole evening in Douglas getting dinner, having drinks, and joining in one of Saugatuck’s wildest, spookiest, and memorable events of the year.

Saugatuck Restaurants – Where Farm-Fresh and Locally-Sourced Ingredients Shine

Saugatuck is bordered by natural beauty on all sides – to the west lies the expansive waters of Lake Michigan, while to the north, south, and east, you’ll find scenic countryside and a bevy of family-owned farms. With plentiful moisture, moderate temperatures during the growing season, and supportive soil, southwestern Michigan has long been a hotspot for growing everything from heirloom vegetables and delicious wine grapes to a wide assortment of fruits like cherries, apples, and berries.