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The Sylvan Inn

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Lake Michigan

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The Sylvan Inn

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Honeymoon Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Bathroom | Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of The Sylvan Inn

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
6680 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
  • Popular LocationCrystal River10 min walk
  • Popular LocationGlen Lake2 min drive
  • Popular LocationSleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum5 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)53 min drive

Room options

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Honeymoon Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Glen Arbor

In Glen Arbor .Within a 15-minute walk of the B&B, you'll find Lake Michigan and Crystal River. Glen Lake and Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 10 min walk
  • Glen Lake - 2 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 5 min drive
  • Little Glen Lake - 6 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cherry Public House | Glen Arbor - 5 min walk
  • Boone Dock's - 2 min walk
  • Arts Tavern - 4 min walk
  • Cherry Republic - 5 min walk
  • Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - 5 min walk

About this property

The Sylvan Inn

3-star B&B near Lake Michigan
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Sylvan Inn also features a terrace and a garden. Self parking is free.
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1855
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
The Sylvan Inn offers 14 accommodations with hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

This property requires a deposit of 50% of the total cost of the stay for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Sylvan Glen Arbor
Sylvan Inn
Sylvan Inn Glen Arbor
The Sylvan Hotel Glen Arbor
The Sylvan Inn Bed & Breakfast Michigan/Glen Arbor
The Sylvan Inn Bed And Breakfast
The Sylvan Inn Glen Arbor
The Sylvan Inn Bed & breakfast
The Sylvan Inn Bed & breakfast Glen Arbor

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Sylvan Inn to the airport?

The Sylvan Inn is 31.1 mi (53-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 Sylvan Inn?

As of Apr 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sylvan Inn on May 5, 2024 start from $108.9, 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 Sylvan Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Sylvan Inn.

How close is The Sylvan Inn to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 18.7 mi (30-min drive) from Van's Beach.

Does The Sylvan Inn offer free breakfast?

The Sylvan Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Sylvan Inn?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Sylvan Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Sylvan Inn?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Sylvan Inn have a pool?

The Sylvan Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Sylvan Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Sylvan Inn to downtown Glen Arbor?

The Sylvan Inn is 0.2 mi away from Glen Arbor.

The Sylvan Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 221 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 221 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 221 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 221 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 221 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazingly Awesome
Wonderful B&B very convenient to all the awesome sights in Sleeping Bear Dunes and within walking distance to all the downtown restaurants and bars and stores in Glen Arbor. Extremely friendly owners and highly recommend a stay to enjoy this very special gem of an inn
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy innnear the dunes
We really enjoyed our stay at the Sylvan inn. It was very cozy and like being at home (without having to make the coffee or breakfast). Everyone was personable and accommodating. We will definitely look interesting here again if we return to Glen Arbor to visit the dunes.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and very nice staff. Loved the convenience to the rest of the town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micki

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Duluth

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Like Visiting your Best Friend
Staying at the Sylvan Inn was like going to your best friend’s house. Our room was cozy and included a sitting area. The Inn’s porch (OMG) was perfect for relaxing with a drink in the evening or eating breakfast. We would go back again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023