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.
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Culver's - 2 min drive
Burger King - 6 min walk
Smoke and Porter Public House - 11 min walk
Bayview Inn Restaurant Bar - 2 min drive
Stone Hound Brewing - 3 min drive
About this property
Traverse Bay Inn
Traverse Bay Inn offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, and snowshoeing and snow tubing are nearby. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
24 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Off-lead area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Pool gate
Fence around the pool
What to do
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Ski runs nearby
Snow tubing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Espresso maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Local maps
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per pet, per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from May 24 to September 08
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Traverse Bay Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Traverse Bay Inn?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Traverse Bay Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 15.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at Traverse Bay Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Traverse Bay Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Traverse Bay Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Turtle Creek Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Traverse Bay Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities such as snow tubing, snowshoeing and skiing, and in warmer months, enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Traverse Bay Inn like?
Traverse Bay Inn is a short 7-minute drive from Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) and 16 minutes' walk from Traverse City State Park.
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Traverse Bay Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The pool was clean, inviting, and a great place for kids to enjoy, especially in hot weather. (9 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jun, 2025
Love this hotel
Cheera
Cheera, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul, 2025
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
Maria C
Maria C, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 May, 2025
Great affordable place to stay for our family. Property is dated and could use some minor repairs but we would definitely stay again.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Mar, 2025
Amazing stay for bigger groups :)
Connor
Connor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Mar, 2025
We stay here at least twice a year. Great staff. Love the location. Love that there's a small kitchen to use
Karen
Karen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Mar, 2025
My husband and i look forward to comi g back in the fall.
Amber
Amber, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
26 Jul, 2025
Never again!
The couch looked like it was picked up from a flooded goodwill drop off station. The smell of the room was obviously covering dampness and a host of other miserable odors. They are nose blind and simply no longer able to discern. Front desk dude could not have cared less. He said yes carpets are old and they smell….. check the room before you accept .. it will not make a difference but at least you will know what you are in for.
Wayne
Wayne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Dec, 2023
Great place to stay!
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Oct, 2024
Traverse Bay Inn is reasonably priced, very clean and updated. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
Sandra
Sandra, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Aug, 2024
Clean rooms, pool was nice
Cheryl
Cheryl, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Nov, 2023
Great stay.
Ching
Ching, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Oct, 2024
It was in a great part of town with the bay right across the street! Very accessible and it was great to have a little kitchen set up as well!
Tyler
Tyler, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
1 Nov, 2024
Was perfect for our needs
Josh
Josh, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
5 Jan, 2025
Good Value for the Money
This is basically a barebones place to rest your head. Good value for the money.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Aug, 2024
Cozy, clean, warm friendly decorated and kitchen supplied as needed. Beds were comfortable and bath well supplied.
Mary
Mary, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug, 2024
Large family suite was wonderful. Perfect for a family of 5
Seth
Seth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jan, 2025
Would stay again
The stay was amazing. I had called earlier in the day to make sure our reservation was good and had told the nice lady on the phone that it was our 10 year wedding anniversary. She went out of her way to make sure there was a cake in our room! Either way I lived it. I got the queen suite and was nice cozy and clean!
Candice
Candice, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 Apr, 2024
Lots of space and comfortable beds
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Aug, 2024
Nice clean hotel; older but kept up well. Very flexible with us being a little late on checkout
Ty
Ty, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jul, 2023
Great facilities and pool which was appreciated im the hot weather!
Dyan
Dyan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov, 2024
Perfect
Josh
Josh, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 May, 2024
Great place to stay.
Like having a kitchen to prepare food . Beds clean and comfortable. Close to shopping ,casino, and the lake.
FRANK
FRANK, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Aug, 2024
A little ways out nicer. Traffic up there is awful, but that is a given . Very nice place to stay .
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Aug, 2022
Very clean, comfortable set up; was visiting for work and appreciated having the kitchenette.
Cara
Cara, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 May, 2024
Enjoyable Stay
This was one of my favorite stays. I enjoyed the studio type of room with all the amenities. Sleeping went excellent.