Well respected within the travel industry, Grand Traverse Resort & Spa has been designated as one of the top meeting and leisure destinations in America. In recent years, the Resort has received the following notable accolades:

CONDE NAST TRAVELER Top 50 Mainland Destination ~ FAMILY CIRCLE MAGAZINE Family Resort of the Year Award ~ CORPORATE & INCENTIVE TRAVEL Award of Excellence ~ SUCCESSFUL MEETINGS Pinnacle Award ~ MICHIGAN MEETINGS + EVENTS MAGAZINE Best Golf Course (tie) ~ GOLF MAGAZINE Silver Medal Resort ~ USA TODAY 10 Great Places for Family Golf

GOLF DIGEST America's 50 Toughest Golf Courses (The Bear ranked 18th) ~ GOLF DIGEST Best Courses in Michigan (The Bear) ~ GOLF DIGEST 4-Star Ratings (The Bear, The Wolverine, Spruce Run) ~ GOLF FOR WOMEN 25 Best Family Golf Resorts ~ TRAVEL + LEISURE GOLF Best Midwest Golf Resort for a Family Trip ~ TRAVEL + LEISURE GOLF One of the Best Spa/Gyms among Golf Resorts in the Midwest