The Baywatch Resort

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Lake Michigan

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Private beach, beach towels
Exterior
Beach View Walkout King with Spa | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • On private beach
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • GymGymGym

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Map
1529 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Popular LocationTraverse City State Park2 min walk
  • Popular LocationTraverse City Beach10 min walk
  • Popular LocationFront Street5 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)5 min drive

Room options

Non-View King Accessible

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • 340 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Non-View King with Spa

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Non-View King

9.7/10 Exceptional
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Beach View Balcony Petite King

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • 280 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Beach View Balcony Double King

9.5/10 Exceptional
  • 340 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa

9.7/10 Exceptional
  • 340 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Non-View King with Spa Accessible

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Beach View Walkout King with Spa

10/10 Exceptional
  • 340 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Beach View Walkout Petite King

10/10 Exceptional
  • 280 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this Traverse City hotel, you'll find Lake Michigan and Traverse City State Park. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Traverse City Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Traverse City State Park - 2 min walk
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 3 min walk
  • Traverse City Beach - 10 min walk
  • Front Street - 5 min drive
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Culver's - 17 min walk
  • Stone Hound Brewing - 4 min drive
  • Smoke and Porter Public House - 6 min walk
  • Burger King - 2 min drive
  • Bayview Inn Restaurant Bar - 3 min drive

About this property

The Baywatch Resort

3-star beachfront hotel near Lake Michigan
The Baywatch Resort offers its guests a private beach and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly The Baywatch Resort also features a vending machine, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Traverse City hotel is smoke free.

  • 104 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Baywatch Resort offers 104 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 55-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

This Traverse City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Apple Pay. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

Baywatch Resort Traverse City
Baywatch Traverse City
The Baywatch Resort Hotel
The Baywatch Resort Traverse City
The Baywatch Resort Hotel Traverse City

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Baywatch Resort to the airport?

The Baywatch Resort is 3 mi (6-min drive) away from the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Baywatch Resort?

As of May 26, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Baywatch Resort on May 27, 2024 start from $99.0, 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.

Does The Baywatch Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Baywatch Resort.

How close is The Baywatch Resort to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Baywatch Resort offer free breakfast?

The Baywatch Resort offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Baywatch Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Turtle Creek Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Baywatch Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Baywatch Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Baywatch Resort have a pool?

The Baywatch Resort does not have a pool.

Does The Baywatch Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Baywatch Resort to downtown Traverse City?

The Baywatch Resort is 3.8 mi away from Traverse City.

The Baywatch Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1079 out of 1438 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1438 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1438 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1438 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1438 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a mini king with a beach view of Lake Michigan. Property was clean, friendly, with plenty of parking.

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic experience. Clean rooms friendly service. Beautiful views. Exceeded my expectation
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

MEGAN, Brier

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

10/10 Excellent

MEGAN, Brier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The customer service was amazing. We felt like “special guests”. Will definitely stay here again. Room was clean and comfortable. Loved that breakfast was delivered to our room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cami

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher, Shakopee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was the off season so that may hav been why but the box breakfast was lacking and disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and the place was really clean. Unfortunately, there was little to no sound proofing in our room. We could hear the family (with small children) across the hall along with the people staying above us clear as day in our room with both doors closed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesika

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for 3 nights for work. The staff were great! It was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024