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Traverse Bay Inn

2.5 star property
Escape to a tranquil retreat where lake views meet warm hospitality. Enjoy al fresco dining or simply relax by the pool.

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At Traverse Bay Inn, unwind in the serene garden or lounge by the seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas. Take advantage of laundry facilities, connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy barbecue grills and explore nearby Lake Michigan.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Suite Non-Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 512 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Bedroom Suite | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 750 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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2 Bedroom Suite | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 750 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
  • 783 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 Queen Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Detached private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 797 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
2300 US 31 North, Traverse City, MI, 49686

What's nearby

  • Traverse City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Traverse City State Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mt. Holiday Ski Area - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Front Street - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖCulver's - ā€¬3 min drive
  • ā€ŖBurger King - ā€¬6 min walk
  • ā€ŖMcDonald's - ā€¬4 min drive
  • ā€ŖBayview Inn Bar & Grill - ā€¬2 min drive
  • ā€ŖBiggby Coffee - ā€¬4 min drive

About this property

Traverse Bay Inn

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Consider a stay at Traverse Bay Inn and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • An off-leash area, barbecue grills, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Traverse Bay Inn feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 24 to September 08

Property is also known as

Traverse Bay Inn
Traverse City Bay Hotel
Traverse Bay Hotel Traverse City
Traverse Bay Inn Hotel
Traverse Bay Inn Traverse City
Traverse Bay Inn Hotel Traverse City

Frequently asked questions

Does Traverse Bay Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

As of Jan 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Traverse Bay Inn on Jan 14, 2026 start from $60.8, excluding 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.

Is Traverse Bay Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Traverse Bay Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Traverse Bay Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Traverse Bay Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is steps from Traverse City Beach and Lake Michigan. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Traverse City State Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Traverse Bay Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 919 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 919 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 919 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 919 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 919 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is older but very nice. Room was very clean and comfortable. Staff was very helpful when giving suggestions on places to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for all we were doing. Loved the 2 bedroom aspect. Made the mother in law situation perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly quai t liitke hotwl that i thi k is absolutely perfect. The staff ate amazing beds are amazing pool when its open (its seasonl) is amazing but small but beach is across the street. This is my go to place when i have to come to town to work. I love love love it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could use some updating but clean and good location , comfortable bed and had an inground pool outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

linda

Nice little unit for a one night stay with two bedrooms. One upstairs.Small bathroom and kitchen. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria C

Good location, clean, affordable

We spent two night here and we had a good time. The staff is welcoming and the rooms are spacious. The pool was clean and we also enjoyed the public beach across the street. Great deal, we would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with the family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Feels like what a vacation in TC shoukd be! Comfortable and homey!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Disliked: Amenities
Easy in and out quite comfy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here at least twice a year. Great staff. Love the location. Love that there's a small kitchen to use
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, pool was nice
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Morgan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location across from the bay with a public park for beach access, hotel has a pool but limited hours of operation closing at 8. Rooms were good for family of 5 but beds were not comfortable and the floors were filthy. Otherwise a decent place, but we will go elsewhere for our next visit.
Towels used to clean nasty floors.
Twice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, clean, warm friendly decorated and kitchen supplied as needed. Beds were comfortable and bath well supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of space and comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn

Staff was very friendly and enjoyed having an upstairs for our four children.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRANK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay.

Like having a kitchen to prepare food . Beds clean and comfortable. Close to shopping ,casino, and the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like because is very clean place and quiet !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert

Good Value for the Money

This is basically a barebones place to rest your head. Good value for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is what it is. I appreciate the staff above all.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel; older but kept up well. Very flexible with us being a little late on checkout
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked the large size, Iā€™d like to plan a golf trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable Stay

This was one of my favorite stays. I enjoyed the studio type of room with all the amenities. Sleeping went excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place. Staff is nice. It's got two bedrooms and a kitchenette which is nice. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024