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Bay View Inn

Property class: 3

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Victorian charm on Little Traverse Bay

Stafford's Bay View Inn brings practical comfort to a well-preserved Victorian mansion on Lake Michigan, with sweeping views across Little Traverse Bay. Public spaces keep the mood easygoing, including a bright sunroom set up for the daily afternoon social hour. Meals come from the Roselawn Dining Room, the inn’s full-service restaurant in a historic setting.

  • Private beach days on the bay

    Unwind on Little Traverse Bay, with paddleboards and Sunfish sailboats ready to go.

  • Dining worth planning around

    Roselawn Dining Room serves seasonal breakfast, lunch, and dinner in-house.

  • Bike route right out front

    Complimentary bicycles make it easy to roll onto the Little Traverse Wheelway.

Amenities

  • Individually decorated Victorian rooms with private baths
  • No TVs or phones for quieter nights
  • Library lounge with games, books, magazines
  • Complimentary coffee and tea, available anytime
  • Electric vehicle charging with Tesla and Universal
  • One mile to downtown Petoskey’s Gaslight District
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Room options

View all photos for Trillium Queen Bay View

A four-poster bed with a white bedspread, a chair with a patterned upholstery, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Trillium Queen Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a fireplace, two armchairs, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Primrose Queen

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a red carpet, a patterned ceiling, and a small table with a lamp.

Primrose Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Primrose King

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a chair in the corner.

Primrose King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Bay View Inn is in Bay View, a neighborhood in Petoskey. Lake Michigan and Petoskey State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Cheboiganing Preserve. Visit our Petoskey travel guide
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2011 Woodland Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770

What's nearby

  • A hillside with autumn-colored trees and a clear blue sky.
    Boyne Mountain
    25 min drive - 22.2 miles
  • beach near Bay View
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Petoskey State Park
    5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • beach near Petoskey State Park
    6 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Odawa Casino
    10 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Starbucks
    8 min drive
  • Culver's
    18 min walk
  • Wendy's
    5 min drive
  • Taco Bell/KFC
    14 min walk

About this property

Bay View Inn

  • Hotel near Lake Michigan
  • Take advantage of shopping on site, a garden, and a library at Bay View Inn. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business center.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and express check-out
    • Luggage storage, meeting rooms, and a TV in the lobby
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Bay View Inn include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers.
  • Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 13 to 20 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay View Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay View Inn?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay View Inn on Aug 31, 2026 start from $206, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Bay View Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bay View Inn located?

Located in Bay View, this beach hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Round Lake, and Little Traverse History Museum. Bear River and Bear River Valley Recreation Area are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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