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Two martini glasses with a lemon garnish on a bar counter, with a view of the ocean in the background.
A waterfront hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a clear sky.
An outdoor seating area with round tables and white metal chairs, featuring candlelit tables and a view of the interior through large windows.
A spacious lobby with large windows, a reception desk, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

1. Park Place Hotel

Park Place Hotel
Downtown Traverse City
United States
Mary
$174 nightly
$191 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Park Place Hotel
A beach view with two white lounge chairs, one with a straw hat and the other with a towel, and a small table with a book and a bottle between them.
A large, multi-story hotel with a beachside location, featuring numerous balconies and a sandy beach with sun loungers.
A spacious gym with multiple exercise machines, large windows, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bathtub, and a view of the sea through a large window.

2. The Baywatch Resort

The Baywatch Resort
Traverse City
United States
Brad
$123 nightly
$136 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Baywatch Resort
A beach with waves and birds flying.
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a beach and calm sea.
A hot tub with a tiled edge and a metal ladder, surrounded by a brick floor and wooden chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a dresser, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

3. Grand Beach Resort Hotel

Grand Beach Resort Hotel
Traverse City
United States
Shana
$107 nightly
$118 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
A beach with rows of white lounge chairs and umbrellas, a calm sea, and a distant shoreline.
A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.
A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant land.
A large, multi-story hotel with balconies and a beachside location.

4. Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
Traverse City
United States
Andrea
$107 nightly
$118 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
A wooden table with a travel guide, a decorative glass vase, and a starburst ornament near a window with a view of greenery and a building.
A room with a wooden ceiling, large windows with blinds, a central coffee table, and blue upholstered chairs.
An outdoor patio area with wicker tables and chairs, blue umbrellas, and a modern building in the background.
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows with blinds.

5. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Traverse City, MI

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Traverse City, MI
Triangle Neighborhood
United States
Karen
$95 nightly
$106 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Traverse City, MI
An aerial view of a coastal area with a large building, a beach, and a parking lot.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a desk, a television, and a bathtub.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and a clear sky.
A hotel room with a large mirror, a bathtub, a sofa, and a television.

6. Bayshore Resort

Bayshore Resort
Oak Park
United States
Ross
$89 nightly
$99 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Bayshore Resort
A large building with a modern design, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a calm lake reflecting the structure.
A beachside seating area with lounge chairs and a fire pit.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a tall building in the background.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows, and a view of the city.

7. Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

Grand Traverse Resort And Spa
Williamsburg
United States
kathleen
$170 nightly
$186 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Grand Traverse Resort And Spa
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a visible restaurant, and a landscaped entrance.
A golf course with sand bunkers, a pond, and a flagstick.
A golf course with a winding path, sand bunkers, and a clear sky.
A bar area with a central bar and multiple stools, large windows, and a view of the night sky.

8. The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort

The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort
Bellaire
United States
Eric
$90 nightly
$96 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
The Lakeview Hotel, Shanty Creek Resort
An indoor water park with a central water slide, multiple pools, and lounge areas with chairs.
A reception area with a wooden wall, a large horse silhouette, and multiple reception desks.
A swimming pool with clear water, lounge chairs, and a hotel building in the background.
A rustic interior with wooden tables, a barrel, and a wall displaying colorful items.

9. Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City

Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City
Traverse City
United States
Krissy
$155 nightly
$172 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City
A terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the sea, and a clear sky.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoor area.
A lobby with a round glass table surrounded by leather sofas, a wooden ceiling, and a large wall mural.
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

10. Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG

Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG
Downtown Traverse City
United States
Melissa
$171 nightly
$190 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG
An aerial view of a golf course with a winding path, sand bunkers, and a clear sky.
A large building with multiple parking lots and a golf course in the background.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and modern lighting fixtures.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden building with balconies.

11. The Lodge at Cedar River, Shanty Creek Resort

The Lodge at Cedar River, Shanty Creek Resort
Bellaire
United States
Joe
$112 nightly
$118 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
The Lodge at Cedar River, Shanty Creek Resort
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, hanging flower baskets, and a wooden pergola.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by seating areas and potted plants.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, beige armchair, and a fireplace.
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

12. Best Western Plus Traverse City

Best Western Plus Traverse City
Indian Woods
United States
Deborah
$117 nightly
$130 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Traverse City
A row of green and blue Adirondack chairs facing a body of water, with a Sleep Inn sign in the background.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a sofa, a coffee table, a large pillar, a door, and a wall-mounted artwork.
Outdoor patio seating with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a TV.

13. Sleep Inn & Suites Bay View Acme - Traverse City

Sleep Inn & Suites Bay View Acme - Traverse City
Williamsburg
United States
Richard
$101 nightly
$112 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Sleep Inn & Suites Bay View Acme - Traverse City
An outdoor seating area with fire pit, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a brick wall and string lights.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden cabinet, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A modern restaurant with a central seating area, individual tables, and a counter with a beverage station.
A modern indoor pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and yellow tables.

14. Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City

Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City
Traverse City
United States
Erica
$139 nightly
$154 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Home2 Suites By Hilton Traverse City
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the building's interior.
A swimming pool with metal railings, a dining area with chairs, and large windows with a view of greenery.
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a parking area.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa with cushions, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Traverse City

Courtyard by Marriott Traverse City
Traverse City
United States
Denise
$140 nightly
$155 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Traverse City
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a TV, and a bed.
An outdoor patio with a built-in fire feature, seating area, and a dining set.
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A laundry facility with multiple washing machines and dryers arranged in rows.

16. Residence Inn By Marriott Traverse City

Residence Inn By Marriott Traverse City
Traverse City
United States
ARBEN
$139 nightly
$154 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Residence Inn By Marriott Traverse City
A spacious indoor area with large windows, a stone wall, and modern furniture.
A fitness center with exercise equipment, including treadmills and stationary bikes, and seating areas with chairs and tables.
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a stone wall, and a view of the outside.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a large screen.

17. Cambria Hotel Traverse City

Cambria Hotel Traverse City
Indian Woods
United States
Kathryn
$150 nightly
$166 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Cambria Hotel Traverse City
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with a round table, and a snack bar.
A swimming pool with a wooden pergola overhead, surrounded by stone walls and a view of trees.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with bar stools, and a large flat-screen TV.

18. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City
Traverse City
United States
Veronika
$134 nightly
$149 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Traverse City
A cabin interior with a wooden floor, a bed, a table with chairs, a sink, and a shower area.
A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a chandelier, and a view of the city through the windows.
A stone pillar with a copper base surrounded by greenery, supported by a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.
An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a covered section with string lights, and a view of the street with cars and buildings in the background.

19. Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant

Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant
Frankfort
United States
Carol
$99 nightly
$110 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Frankfort & Restaurant
A covered porch with wicker furniture and potted plants.
A cozy room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a rocking chair.
A two-story house with a porch, a central entrance, and a mailbox.
A cozy room with two windows, a table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.

20. The Sylvan Inn

The Sylvan Inn
Downtown Glen Arbor
United States
Michelle
$183 nightly
$194 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Sylvan Inn
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Cherry orchards paint the hillsides of this Great Lakes paradise where wine trails wind through scenic peninsulas. Spend summer days on golden beaches, then catch a film at the historic State Theatre during the famous film festival.

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Top Traverse City Hotel Reviews

Park Place Hotel

Park Place Hotel

8/10 Good
"Park Place Hotel is in a great location in downtown Traverse City. There is a nice roof top bar on the 10th floor and the bartenders there were great. My only negative is that the rooms are not cleaned everyday unless you ask."
John 3-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Park Place Hotel

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Traverse City

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Traverse City, Michigan are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Traverse City, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Traverse City?
Park Place Hotel, around 0.2 mi east of downtown Traverse City, is an Expedia customer favorite. A swimming pool and winery tour options are among its conveniences. Hotel Indigo Traverse City, an IHG Hotel is another 3-star hotel that ranks highly among travelers. It comes with a rooftop terrace and premium bedding, and is approximately 0.6 mi northwest of the center.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Traverse City?
The most obvious difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Traverse City will be the standard of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more pocket-friendly and provide the conveniences and services required to ensure your comfort, such as breakfast, a gym and WiFi. You can expect a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket furnishings, premium bathroom products and perks like spa and wellness centers.

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