Hotels in Coldwater, MI

Situated in Branch County, between Chicago and Detroit, the city of Coldwater is a sweet spot to explore south-central Michigan. Dotted with Victorian homes and historic venues, as well as a vibrant cultural heritage, Coldwater is a great place to visit any time of year. Take advantage of the town's main attractions while staying at top Coldwater hotels, including a historic opera house, a fun children’s museum, and a great drive-in theater, among many other top sights. There’s truly something for all ages and interests in this picturesque city.

The Tibbits Opera House is the second-oldest theater in Michigan. This striking 500-seat theater has excellent acoustics and has undergone a number of changes since its founding in 1882. It was converted to a movie theater in the 1930, then was converted back to its original use as a theater in 1960. Around that time, it started being used for live performances with the eventual goal to completely restore the building back to its French Empire architecture and once more become a center for the arts and entertainment in Coldwater. While staying at the best Coldwater hotels, you’ll get to enjoy year-round entertainment from this professional theater and see live concerts and community events alike. Before the show, during intermission, or prior to leaving, make sure to check out the art gallery and the well-stocked gift shop for little trinkets and mementos and visit the Ghost Light Bar to enjoy a drink while you watch the show!

Plan a fun night at the Capri Drive-In Theater near the best Coldwater hotels. This iconic landmark theater opened in 1964, and boasts two outdoor screens and can accommodate up to 900 cars. Enjoy everything from new releases to hollywood classics while munching on popcorn, pizza, and nachos, and sipping soda and other tasty beverages offered at the snack bar. Sit back, relax, and crank up the FM stereo to hear the film broadcast or opt for one of their portable radios.

Interested in trains? Make your way to the Little River Railroad to tour an awesome heritage railroad not far from hotels in Coldwater. Here, you’ll get to explore steam locomotives, antique passenger cars, gorgeous scenery, and much more. Displaying artifacts, memorabilia, plus actual trains and engines, the museum is dedicated to the restoration and operation of historic railroad equipment. Steam trains still run on this preserved piece of track, so if you have your heart set on a riveting ride, take the active train that runs to Quincy, Michigan, and occasionally Hillsdale, Michigan.

Spend a fun day on Coldwater Lake, located just 10 miles south of Coldwater hotels. This gorgeous lake covers an area of approximately 1,610 acres and has a maximum depth of 92 feet—making it a great spot for swimming, boating, fishing, and other recreational activities on the water.

Enjoy your stay in Coldwater, and don’t forget to check out our other hotels nearby in Kalamazoo), East Lansing, and Petoskey.