15’s island green and spectacular finishing par-five holes on each side. The prairie links-style course features an open layout with some of the game’s most fun greens to putt ( Redan, Biarritz, Island, and Double-Green), as well as strategic holes that include No. Likewise, Horizons Steakhouse, the new high-end dining venue located on the top floor, features some of the region’s best views.ĭesigned by Paul Albanese, Sweetgrass was named the 2022 National Golf Course of the Year by the NGCOA. Each also has a view of the Sweetgrass Golf Course. Each of the 675-square-foot golf suites are complete with a king, double queen and common area. The new hotel tower, which is connected to the south end of the resort’s Palm Tower, features 138 guest rooms and suites, including golf suites. The resort also is showing off a $33 million renovation. ESCANABA, Michigan – Island Resort & Casino, in Escanaba, on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, has opened its two outstanding golf courses – Sweetgrass and Sage Run.