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2 Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Large Deck, Jacuzzi -Sleeps 8
2 Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Large Deck, Jacuzzi -Sleeps 8
Beulah, MI
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Situated in Beulah, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pinecroft Golf Course, Champion Hill Golf Course, and Benzie Area Historical Museum. Betsie ...…

4.8/5Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Close Yo Crystal MTN

"Property was very clean and the check in was super easy. Super close to Crystal MTN and downtown Benzonia. There was a problem with the electricity going out, but the owner was quick to address the issue."…"

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2020

2 Bedroom, Full Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Large Deck, Jacuzzi -Sleeps 8
Condo in Leelanau County Minutes From Nature, Traverse City, Cherry Festival
Condo in Leelanau County Minutes From Nature, Traverse City, Cherry Festival
Cedar, MI
The price is $125 per night

Situated in a rural location, this romantic apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Traverse Lake and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Lime ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Peace & Quiet

"Peace & Quiet"…"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2020

Condo in Leelanau County Minutes From Nature, Traverse City, Cherry Festival
Shanty Creek Resort, Steps Away From Everything!!
Shanty Creek Resort, Steps Away From Everything!!
Bellaire, MI
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Situated in a rural location, this romantic apartment building is 0.6 mi (1 km) from The Chief Golf Course and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Bellaire and Short's ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Ski trip

"The location was perfect. We enjoyed our stay and would go back again."…"

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2020

Shanty Creek Resort, Steps Away From Everything!!
The Legend and the Lake
The Legend and the Lake
Bellaire, MI
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Situated on the beach, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from The Chief Golf Course and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Bellaire and Short's Brewing Company. ...…

5/5Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Great stay

"It was a great stay overall. The view was amazing off of the balcony. There were plenty of beds for everyone. It was like 5-10 mins to the mountain."…"

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2020

The Legend and the Lake
the Heart of Summit Village
the Heart of Summit Village
Bellaire, MI
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Situated in Bellaire, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from The Chief Golf Course and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Bellaire and Short's Brewing Company. ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (8 reviews)

"We had the best stay! The weather wasn’t the greatest but we enjoyed swimming and the room was perfect."…"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2020

the Heart of Summit Village
Pinestead Reef Resort
Pinestead Reef Resort
4 out of 5
1265 N US Highway 31 N, Traverse City, MI
The price is $279 per night

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City apartment building is just steps from Traverse City State Park and Grand Traverse Bay. Front Street is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (161 reviews)
Holiday get away

"The accommodations were great. I loved the kitchen and living area, a lot. Loved the winter pricing. The property appears to be getting some updates which are desperately needed."…"

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2019

Pinestead Reef Resort
Sleeps 2-6 Adults
Sleeps 2-6 Adults
Bellaire, MI
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Situated in Bellaire, this romantic apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Schuss Mountain, The Chief Golf Course, and Lake Bellaire. Torch Lake and Short's ...…

4.8/5Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Great stay!

"We had excellent communication . The room was clean and perfect size for a small family. The resort attractions (pool, restaurants) were great additions. We would highly recommend!!"…"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2020

Sleeps 2-6 Adults
Overlooking the Village Strip, Just a Block to the Beach
Overlooking the Village Strip, Just a Block to the Beach
Suttons Bay, MI
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Located in the heart of Suttons Bay, this historic apartment building is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Grand Traverse Bay and within 6 mi (10 km) of Leelanau Cheese Company ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Week in June 2020

"We had a wonderful week in June with our teenage kids and dog. We kept our boat at the marina and enjoyed the downtown shops and restaurants I. The evenings. What a great place to get away."…"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2020

Overlooking the Village Strip, Just a Block to the Beach
Elegant 2 king bedroom apartment
Elegant 2 king bedroom apartment
3 out of 5
9506 Nottingham Drive, Traverse City, MI
The price is $396 per night

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Lake Leelanau and Great Lakes Children's ...…

4.7/5Exceptional! (3 reviews)

"We loved the whole place, the only thing we didn't like was that the main bathroom shower in our opinion needs a bigger shower head for that big shower and the second thing is Bills daughter seemed to always be looking out the windows at us EVERY TIME we left or went outside and it seemed weird and ..."…"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2020

Elegant 2 king bedroom apartment
Private, Serene Country Studio Overlooking Horse Pastures
Private, Serene Country Studio Overlooking Horse Pastures
Cedar, MI
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Situated on a lake, this romantic apartment building is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Lime Lake and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Manitou Passage Golf Club. Sleeping Bear Dunes ...…

5/5Exceptional! (54 reviews)
Perfect weekend getaway!

"Stone Hollow studio was exactly as we had hoped it would be and we loved our stay there. Definitely hope to return someday!"…"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2019

Private, Serene Country Studio Overlooking Horse Pastures
Tree House Apt Overlooking Beautiful Betsie Bay, Near Magnificent Lake Overlook
Tree House Apt Overlooking Beautiful Betsie Bay, Near Magnificent Lake Overlook
Frankfort, MI
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Situated in Frankfort, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Betsie Lake, Lake Michigan, and Elberta Beach. Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and Elizabeth ...…

Tree House Apt Overlooking Beautiful Betsie Bay, Near Magnificent Lake Overlook
Well Appointed Apartment With Breathtaking Views
Well Appointed Apartment With Breathtaking Views
Traverse City, MI
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Situated in Traverse City, this apartment building is steps from Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay. Front Street and Chateau Grand Traverse are also within ...…

4.9/5Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Fabulous

"Perfect place to stay at for wine tasting and visiting the area. Property is beautiful and extremely well maintained. Each couple had their own private suite. We hope to come back."…"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2020

Well Appointed Apartment With Breathtaking Views
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West Bay Beach-A Delamar Resort
West Bay Beach-A Delamar Resort
3 out of 5
615 E Front Street, Traverse City, MI
The price is $279 per night
4.1/5Very Good! (966 reviews)

"Loved that dogs were accepted and the hotel was exceptional clean."…"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2020

West Bay Beach-A Delamar Resort
ParkShore Resort
ParkShore Resort
2 out of 5
1401 US 31 North, Traverse City, MI
The price is $221 per night
4.1/5Very Good! (954 reviews)

"Great views! First floor room with patio and walk out to beach very nice but room floor damp."…"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2020

ParkShore Resort
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1683 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI
The price is $234 per night
4.6/5Wonderful! (1,383 reviews)

"We had a ground floor room which provided direct access to the beach which was great. The room was clean but the patio facing the beach wasn't cleaned (nasty bucket of water, old half consumed water bottle). The staff were very friendly and some were informative. But at least one staff member didn't ..."…"

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2020

Grand Beach Resort Hotel
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Staying in an Apartment in Traverse City

There are plenty of places to stay in Traverse City with 596 hotels and other accommodations including 38 apartments. Be sure to visit the treasured shops and seek out the lively festivals while you're here.

Are you thinking about an apartment instead of a traditional hotel? Often offering more space than a traditional hotel room, an apartment includes a kitchen, so you can have some home-cooked meals.

Listed below are some of the favorite Traverse City apartments:

Pinestead Reef Resort:

  • In Traverse City
  • Includes free WiFi, a balcony, and a living room
  • A private beach and an indoor pool on site

Shanty Creek Resort, Steps Away From Everything!!:

  • A balcony and a dining area included
  • Located in Bellaire
  • The ski slopes and an indoor pool on site

Sleeps 2-6 Adults:

  • In Bellaire
  • Includes a balcony, a dining area, and a sofa bed
  • The ski slopes and an indoor pool on site

Steps Away From Beaches and Downtown:

  • A dining area included
  • Located in Traverse City

Walk to Downtown and Beaches:

  • In Traverse City
  • Includes a dining area

Best Time to Visit Traverse City

Though weather is just one aspect, it can really affect your travel plans, especially if you have a long stay planned. And since apartments often have more stringent cancellation policies, it's a good idea to study these weather averages before you book your trip.

  • The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
  • January-March: Daytime temperatures average 46° F and nighttime temperatures average 14° F
  • April-June: 79° F is the daytime average and 27° F is the nighttime average
  • July-September: Daytime averages are around 80° F and nighttime averages are around 44° F
  • October-December: The average temperatures are 64° F during the day and 17° F at night
  • Average rainfall is 33.11 inches in a year

Must See in Traverse City

Traverse City is well regarded for its lakeside setting and shops. Cultural attractions include City Opera House and Old Town Playhouse, whereas Clinch Park and Traverse City Beach are a couple of picturesque spots to enjoy the outdoors. While in town, Traverse City Visitor Center and Traverse Area District Library are other places worth a visit.

Traverse City is known also for its:
  • Festivals
  • Wineries
  • Breweries
  • Boating
  • Tours
  • Golfing
  • Opera

How to Get to Traverse City and Around the Area

Fly into Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital), which is located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is 46 mi (74 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

Frequently asked questions

What's it like to stay at an apartment in Traverse City?
You can choose from 47 apartments in Traverse City for your trip. Why not visit the area’s array of shops and take time to enjoy its popular beaches while you’re here? Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Torch Lake are favorite places to visit.
Why choose an apartment over a traditional hotel room?
Often more spacious than a traditional hotel room, an apartment includes a kitchen for convenient home-cooked meals. Apartments are ideal for families who want the conveniences of home but also for solo travelers who want to stay in a quieter area.
What's the best apartment I should consider for a stay in Traverse City?
Pinestead Reef Resort: Includes free WiFi, a balcony, and a living room. A private beach and an indoor pool are on site. Shanty Creek Resort, Steps Away From Everything!!: A balcony and a dining area are included. An outdoor pool and an indoor pool are on site. Condo in Leelanau County Minutes From Nature, Traverse City, Cherry Festival: Includes a fireplace and a dining area. Access to a spa tub is available on site. Elegant 2 king bedroom apartment: A private pool, a private spa tub, and a private yard are included. An outdoor pool and free parking are on site. The Heart of Summit Village: Includes a patio, a living room, and a sofa bed. An indoor pool and a fitness center are on site.
How many apartments will I be able to find in Traverse City?
Expedia has 47 apartments to book in Traverse City.
What's the seasonal weather like in Traverse City?
Though weather is just one aspect, it can really affect your travel plans, especially if you’re planning for a longer stay. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 25°F. Average annual rainfall for Traverse City is 33 inches.
What are the must-see places to visit in Traverse City?
Traverse City is well regarded for its beaches and shops. Enjoy the outdoors at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Torch Lake, or simply take in cultural attractions like City Opera House and Historic Fishtown. You can also visit some other popular places in town, such as Front Street and Turtle Creek Casino.
What's the best way to get to and around Traverse City?
Fly into Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is 46 mi (74 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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