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Tru by Hilton Traverse CityTru by Hilton Traverse City

Distance to Venue: 28 minutes Located next to Fairfield by Marriott A complementary shuttle has been arranged that may offer guests a ride from the hotel to the ceremony and back from the reception (see below). You may also drive your own vehicle if you’d prefer. To receive our reduced room block rate, please click “View” and enter the discount code. Reservations must be made before July 8, 2026 to receive the reduced rate.

Discount Code - 90Q

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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse CityFairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City

Distance to Venue: 28 minutes Located next to Tru by Hilton A complementary shuttle has been arranged that may offer guests a ride from the hotel to the ceremony and back from the reception (see below). You may also drive your own vehicle if you’d prefer. The reduced room block rate can only be accessed through the link below. Please click “View” to see to our Marriott wedding room block. Reservations must be made before July 18, 2026 to receive the reduced rate.

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Leelanau Pines CampgroundLeelanau Pines Campground

Distance to Venue: 20 minutes This lakeside campground located in the Leelanau Peninsula has full hook-up sites for RVs and tents. They also have three cabins, two of which hold up to 8 people. Sites book quickly during the summer months. Note: There are additional campgrounds located near the venue, including the Lake Leelanau RV Park (12 minutes) and the rustic campground Wild Cherry RV Resort (3 minutes).

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Leelanau Sands Casino & LodgeLeelanau Sands Casino & Lodge

SOLD OUT Distance from Venue: 10 minutes This hotel is where the bridal party will be staying. Please note that Leelanau Sands is a smaller hotel with a limited number of rooms. We have arranged a complementary shuttle that will offer guests a ride to the ceremony and back from the reception (see below). You may also drive your own vehicle if you’d prefer. Leelanau Sands also offers a shuttle ride to/from their casino located up the road. On Fridays and Saturdays, the casino remains open from 9:00 am - 2:00 am. The casino restaurant ends meal service at midnight.

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Whaleback InnWhaleback Inn

Distance from Venue: 12 minutes Requires a 2-night minimum stay. Whaleback Inn is a boutique hotel located on Lake Leelanau that offers rooms, suites, and private cottages. This hotel does not have a room block, but reservations can be made directly with the hotel.

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Falling Waters LodgeFalling Waters Lodge

Distance from Venue: 15 minutes Requires a 2-night minimum stay. Falling Waters Lodge is a boutique hotel situated on the Leland Dam that connects Lake Michigan to Lake Leelanau. The hotel offers room, apartment (suite), and loft reservations. This hotel does not have a room block, but reservations can be made directly with the hotel.

Shuttle

Traverse City ShuttleTraverse City Shuttle

August 22, 2026 2:45 pm - 3:30 pm

This 57-passenger shuttle will be available for guests staying at the Tru by Hilton and Fairfield by Marriott hotels. CEREMONY 3:00 pm | The shuttle will depart the hotels to arrive at Aurora Cellars at 3:30 pm, before the ceremony. RECEPTION 11:00pm | At the end of the reception, the shuttle will return guests back to the Tru by Hilton and Fairfield by Marriott hotels. Due to limited seating, please indicate on your RSVP if you are interested in utilizing the shuttle. Further details will be added as the event date approaches.

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Leelanau Sands ShuttleLeelanau Sands Shuttle

August 22, 2026 3:15 pm - 3:30 pm

This 14-passenger shuttle will be available for guests staying at the Leelanau Sands Hotel. CEREMONY 3:15 pm | The shuttle will depart the hotel to arrive at Aurora Cellars at 3:30 pm, before the ceremony. RECEPTION 11:00pm | At the end of the reception, the shuttle will return guests back to the Leelanau Sands Hotel. Additional trips may be arranged as needed. Due to limited seating, please indicate on your RSVP if you are interested in utilizing the shuttle. Further details will be added as the event date approaches.

Flight

Cherry Capital AirportCherry Capital Airport

This Traverse City airport is located less than six miles from the Tru by Hilton and Fairfield by Marriott hotels.