560 Campbell Rd, Saugatuck, Michigan, United States | (586) 210-9239
In a quiet residential area between Saugatuck and Lake Michigan
Five-minute drive to the beach and center of Saugatuck
Large pool with sundeck, lounge chairs, and hot tub
Basketball court on-site plus spacious grounds for kids to run around
Gas grills available for guests to use for barbecues
Different sized suites, all with kitchens and modern bathrooms
All units are non-smoking
Free Wi-Fi and free parking
Wedding services
Located outside of central Saugatuck (a pro for some)
Three night minimum during summer weekends
Daily housekeeping isn't provided
The two-and-a-half-pearl Secret of Saugatuck Suites is a family-owned and operated all-suite hotel. Located in a secluded area between the town of Saugatuck and Lake Michigan, the beach is only a five-minute drive from here, but there are no restaurants or activities within an easy walk. The 33 rooms range from small efficiencies to apartments and a four-bedroom house, all with full kitchens and modern bathrooms. The large pool and spacious grounds make this a popular family pick, and the hot tub is popular with grown-ups. Gas grills are also available for outdoor barbecues, and both parking and Wi-Fi are free. It's worth comparing rates at the BEST WESTERN Plaza Hotel Saugatuck, though, for more traditional rooms, free breakfast, and a fitness center.
Disclaimer: This content was accurate at the time the hotel was reviewed. Please check our partner sites when booking to verify that details are still correct.
Scene
Humble apartment-style property with plenty of space for groups and families
The Secret of Saugatuck Suites is a condo resort that has the humble feel
of a residential apartment complex, with a central pool and sundeck area. The clientele
varies widely, from couples to families to large groups gathering for
weddings or family reunions, who sometimes take over most of the units. There
are gas grills and lounge chairs around the property for guest use, as well as
a basketball hoop in the parking lot for pick-up games, but there are no
organized activities. This property also lacks a central lobby or any dining space, and most of the travelers here are drawn by the independence of having kitchens (as well as proximity to the shores of Lake Michigan). In a secluded spot overlooking the harbor, the hotel offers a peaceful setting that is ideal for groups of different sizes who are seeking a place with a laid-back, residential atmosphere
Location
Secluded hilltop setting, a five-minute drive from Saugatuck and beaches
The Secret of Saugatuck Suites is located
between Lake Michigan and the Kalamazoo River, the latter of which is a five-minute walk down the road. It sits along a quiet, secluded road in a residential area, surrounded by trees
and lawns, with no traffic noise. A car or bicycle is required to visit nearby
attractions. The town of Douglas is a five-minute drive, as is downtown Saugatuck and Douglas Beach Park. Saugatuck Dunes State Park is a 10-minute drive up the lakeshore. There are no restaurants on-site, and none within walking distance -- those can all be found in Saugatuck's quaint downtown. The Southwest Michigan Regional Airport is a 40-minute drive from the hotel, and the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport will take about 70 minutes to reach by car.
Rooms
Low-key condos in a variety of configurations, with full kitchens and modern bathrooms
The Secrets of Saugatuck Suites are made up
of One-, Two-, and Three-Bedroom Suites, as well as a number of small Efficiency Suites, and a freestanding, four-bedroom, three-bathroom house. Each is
furnished differently, and there is no unifying design concept; rather, the
furnishings feel like a mish-mash of items gathered together for a beach condo.
Everything is clean, bright, and cozy, with lots of windows. Expect to see homey details like plush couches, granite surfaces, and furniture done in light and mid-tone wood hues. Efficiency Suites
are small and feel a bit like a starter college apartment, with bathroom sinks outside of the bathroom in the unit that we saw. Other units are much larger and offer separate sleeping and living space. The bedrooms are compact in most cases, furnished with
combinations of twin, full, and queen beds; some units have bunk beds for kids
or large groups. All suites have flat-screen TVs, DVD players, free Wi-Fi, and air-conditioning. They also include full-size kitchens, many with breakfast bars, as well as stoves and refrigerators, microwaves, coffeemakers, and plenty of cookware, dishes, and utensils. Larger units may also have a furnished deck or patio. Bathrooms are
spacious and modern, many with stylish walk-in showers and granite surfaces. Toiletries and towels are provided. There are no
elevators, and guests with mobility issues should request first floor rooms before
arrival. Units are only serviced once per stay, though housekeeping staff is always available for any necessary extras.
Features
Large pool, sundeck, gas grills, and event planning
The Secret of Saugatuck Suites features a large in-ground pool with a shallow end for kids, surrounded by a concrete sundeck and plenty of lounge chairs. There are no beach umbrellas by the pool, but there are shaded tables and chairs for outdoor dining or card playing. There is also a hot tub. The resort offers gas grills for guest use, and there is a coin-operated laundry room on-site. There are a variety of packages available to guests, including girlfriend getaways with spa services arranged in advance, romantic couples weekends, and large group activities like weddings or family reunions, for which the resort will furnish caterers, event planners, and the works. Wi-Fi and parking are both free.
