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Seasons Inn Traverse City : Stay within a 5-minute drive of Grand Traverse Bay and Front Street. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Empire Lakeshore Inn : Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City : Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Grand Traverse Bay and Front Street. Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI : You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Grand Traverse Bay and Front Street. Free WiFi, free parking, and a spa tub are available during your stay. M-22 Inn Suttons Bay : Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Grand Traverse Bay. Enjoy access to the picnic area, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

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West Bay Beach-A Delamar Resort

615 E Front Street, Traverse City, MI

4.1/5Very Good! (966 reviews)

"Great Location. Rooms very nice. Do not eat breakfast at the restaurant...not worth it."…"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2020

ParkShore Resort

1401 US 31 North, Traverse City, MI

4.1/5Very Good! (951 reviews)

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"We like"…"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2020

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

1683 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI

4.6/5Wonderful! (1,378 reviews)

"Enjoyed the beach being right behind us. The people and atmosphere was so beautiful. My wife and I had the time of our life. The room was excellent."…"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2020

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Traverse City Motels for the Frugal Traveler

There are 21 low-cost motels in Traverse City among more than 788 hotels and other lodging choices. These budget-friendly accommodations can help you cut costs compared to traditional hotels, which have more amenities but ones you may never use.

Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Traverse City has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Torch Lake, and Traverse City Beach.

Fun fact: Motels made their debut in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the weary traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America. Motel properties often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool.

Here are some of our customers' recommended Traverse City motels to choose from:

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Stay within a 5-minute drive of Grand Traverse Bay and Front Street.
Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Quality Inn

A fitness center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.
You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Grand Traverse Bay and Front Street.

Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI

Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
Stay within a 5-minute drive of Grand Traverse Bay and Front Street.

M22 Inn Empire

It's located within a quick 1-minute drive of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave.

Coastal Suites Resort

If driving, you'll be within 16 minutes of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
Enjoy access to the picnic area, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

What to Do in Traverse City

Take time to check out the area's lively festivals and enjoy its popular beaches while you're sightseeing. Visitors to Traverse City speak highly of its shops and wineries.

Here are some popular places:

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Torch Lake
Traverse City Beach

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

Grand Traverse Bay
Clinch Park
Bryant Park

Some historical places you might want to see include:

Mission Point Lighthouse
Historic Fishtown
Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive

Traverse City is also notable for its:

Boating
Tours
Golfing
Opera

Best Time to Visit Traverse City

Figure out the ideal time to visit Traverse City by looking over these seasonal weather details:

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

How to Get to Traverse City and Around the Area

Traverse City Transportation
Name	Type	Distance
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)	Airport	2.8 mi (4.5 km)
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)	Airport	46 mi (74 km)

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Traverse City?

When you save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in Traverse City. Not-to-be-missed sights include Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Torch Lake, and Front Street.

What are motels like?

At many motels, you’ll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you’ll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. Beginning in the early 1950s, colorful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66.

What are the best motels in Traverse City?

Seasons Inn Traverse City: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Grand Traverse Bay and Front Street. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Empire Lakeshore Inn: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. It’s located within a quick 1-minute drive of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Grand Traverse Bay and Front Street. Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI: You’ll be located within a 5-minute drive of Grand Traverse Bay and Front Street. Free WiFi, free parking, and a spa tub are available during your stay. M-22 Inn Suttons Bay: Stay within a quick 1-minute drive of Grand Traverse Bay. Enjoy access to the picnic area, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

What can I do in Traverse City?

While you’re sightseeing, check out the lively festivals or simply enjoy the wineries. Those who’ve visited Traverse City speak highly of its shops and beaches. Some popular places to visit include Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Torch Lake, and Front Street. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Grand Traverse Bay, Clinch Park, and Clinch Park Beach. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf, Centre Ice Arena, and Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum.

What's the weather like in Traverse City?

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.

How should I get around Traverse City?

Fly into Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. 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.

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