Two Saugatuck Bed and Breakfasts Compete For Best in the Nation—Again

There is nothing quite like a summer day spent soaking up the sun on Lake Michigan. But if you’re looking to turn a quick lakeshore day trip into the perfect weekend getaway, it's good to know that some of the nation's best bed and breakfasts are right here in West Michigan.

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Once again, USA Today and 10Best have confirmed what those of us who live here already know: Saugatuck is an absolute summer time hot-spot with some of the best hospitality in the nation.

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A panel of travel experts just released their fresh list of the top 20 bed and breakfasts in the country, and Saugatuck is back in the running with two big nominations. Both the Judson Heath Colonial Inn and the Wickwood Inn are back on the ballot for 2026.

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If this feels familiar, it's because these B&Bs made it into the top ten last year. Judson Heath proudly secured the No. 3 spot in the country, while Wickwood Inn snagged the No. 6 spot.

But now the slate has been wiped completely clean. These two historic properties need our daily votes to defend their spots against high-end luxury spots from coast to coast.

Judson Heath Colonial Inn

Judson Heath Colonial Inn via Facebook

Right in the heart of downtown Saugatuck, this hip but historic 1837 property seamlessly blends its deep roots as an old stagecoach stop with gorgeous luxury guest rooms and incredible scratch-made breakfasts using fresh, local ingredients.

Wickwood Inn

Wickwood Inn via Facebook

As Saugatuck's original bed-and-breakfast landmark, this beautiful 11-room property delivers upscale boutique vibes, complete with stunning gardens and an evening food and wine social hour that makes you feel right at home the second you walk through the door.

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Both inns are just minutes away from Saugatuck's iconic Oval Beach, making it incredibly easy to transition from a sun-soaked day on the dunes right into an evening of exploring the local art galleries, boutique shopping, and incredible downtown dining scene.

How to Cast Your Vote

Because these rankings are decided entirely by the public, keeping West Michigan at the top of the national leaderboard is completely up to the fans of the Art Coast. Voting is open once per day on the USA Today 10Best Leaderboard from now until the poll wraps up on Monday, August 3rd at noon. The final top ten winners will be officially revealed on Wednesday, August 12th.