Newsweek names the U.P.'s Laurium Manor Inn as #1 Historical B&B in America

UPword Staff | Sunday, August 24, 2025
What's happening: Newsweek has named the Laurium Manor Inn in Laurium on the Keweenaw Peninsula as the  #1 Historical Bed & Breakfast in the United States by Newsweek Magazine’s Readers’ Choice Awards. The Laurium Manor Inn is part of the Keweenaw National Historical Park as a heritage site.

What it means: This national recognition shines a spotlight on the Keweenaw Peninsula — a Lake Superior destination celebrated for its rugged beauty, cultural heritage, and warm hospitality. For visitors, Laurium Manor is more than a stay; it’s a journey back to the Copper Country’s golden age, when mining wealth built some of the Midwest’s most stunning homes, The Newsweek title is expected to inspire new travelers to explore the U.P. 
 
About the inn: Completed in 1908 by mining magnates Thomas and Cornelia Hoatson, the 45-room mansion features stained glass windows, intricate woodwork, grand fireplaces, and original furnishings that capture the opulence of the early 20th century. Today, innkeepers Julie and Dave Sprenger have cared for the property for more than three decades.
 
What they're saying: “The Laurium Manor Inn’s recognition as the nation’s best historic B&B highlights the Keweenaw as a destination that blends stunning landscapes with one-of-a-kind cultural treasures. This award will help attract new visitors eager to experience the Copper Country’s past while supporting our local businesses today.”” said Brad Barnett, who is executive director of Visit Keweenaw.
 
About Visit Keweenaw: Visit Keweenaw is the destination marketing organization for Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula. The organization promotes responsible recreation, cultural heritage, and year-round tourism to strengthen the region’s economy and share the story of Michigan’s Copper Country.
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