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About the Hotel

1529 Us 31 North, Traverse City, Michigan, United States of America, MI 49686

Rooms with Bay Views

The Baywatch Resort offers 104 air-conditioned rooms, including options with king beds, sofa sleepers, and ADA-compliant features. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, microwave, free WiFi, and laptop-friendly workspace. Select rooms feature a private balcony with views of East Grand Traverse Bay, a separate bubbler spa tub, or direct beach access via a patio sliding door. Families can opt for rooms with two king beds, while business travelers prefer balcony rooms without sofa sleepers.

Dining in Traverse City

Traverse City, voted one of the best foodie towns by Bon Appétit Magazine, offers diverse dining options nearby. The hotel provides a free to-go breakfast. Guests can explore the Old Mission Peninsula Wine Trail, known for its wineries, or visit local breweries featured on CNN Money’s list of America’s Best Beer Towns.

Beach and Recreation

The resort sits on the deepest beach of East Grand Traverse Bay, with direct access from some rooms. Onsite amenities include a fitness center, heated saltwater pool, and concierge services. Nearby, guests can hike the TART Trail, visit Sleeping Bear Dunes, or attend the National Cherry Festival, a summer tradition since 1925.

Prime Location

The Baywatch Resort is 5 km from Cherry Capital Airport and 4 miles from downtown Traverse City. Nearby attractions include Front Street, Dennos Museum Center, and Old Town Playhouse. The resort is also close to golf courses, Mission Point Lighthouse, and the Village at Grand Traverse Commons.

Guest Services

The hotel features a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and free WiFi throughout the property. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a lobby fireplace, and daily health screenings for staff. Parking is available, and the property is a designated Clean Air Zone.

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From cozy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

King Room

Max:

4 persons

345 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Queen Size Beds

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

335 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Petite King Room

Max:

2 persons

280 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Center

Traverse City 3.7 mi

Airports

Cherry Capital (TVC) 3.0 mi

Manistee County-Blacker (MBL) 61.8 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Baggage storage
Private beach
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Water sports

Services

Laundry

Business

Business center
Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

1529 Us 31 North, Traverse City, Michigan, United States of America, MI 49686

Map view

1529 Us 31 North, Traverse City, Michigan, United States of America, MI 49686

City landmarks

1132 US 31 North

Traverse City State Park

3500 ft

Center Rd

Grand Traverse Bay

4700 ft

Parks

Traverse City State Park Beach

3300 ft

781 Industrial Cir Suite 5

Grand Traverse Distillery

1.9 mi

Nature reserve

Reffitt Preserve

1.6 mi

Parks

East Bay Park

1.9 mi

Parks

Gens Park

1.9 mi

Museums

The Dennos Museum Center

2.4 mi

Gallery

Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College

2.4 mi

1213 E Front St Campus Plaza

Benjamin Twiggs

2.6 mi

Stadiums

Centre Ice Arena

2.6 mi

Parks

Bayside Park

2.6 mi

Parks

Bryant Park Beach

2.8 mi

Bryant Park

2.8 mi

Traverse City

Front Street

3.8 mi

Libraries

Traverse Area District Library

3.2 mi

6852 Center Rd

Pelizzari Natural Area

3.1 mi

Lake Michigan Shoreline

3.6 mi

Gallery

Michigan Artists Gallery

3.7 mi

202 E Grandview Pkwy

Boardman River Boardwalk

3.8 mi

3424 Cass Rd

World's Largest Cherry Pie Pan

4.0 mi

Gallery

Higher Art Gallery

4.0 mi

Museums

Music House Museum

4.2 mi

Nearby

1710 U.S. 31

Pirate's Cove Adventure Park

1800 ft

Restaurants

Red Mesa Grill

400 ft

1544 N US Highway 31 N

Bob Evans

2700 ft

1964 Us 31 N

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

84%

enjoyed their stay & would return

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

9.3

Service

9.3

Dining

7.7

Frederick

United States of America, April 2024

8.4/10

My stay at this hotel was absolutely fantastic. The rooms were great, very clean, with comfortable beds and offered a great view. The service was top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff. The location was wonderful, right next to the bay. However, the dining experience was somewhat disappointing with limited options. Overall, a wonderful stay with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

9.0

The room I stayed in was on the 4th floor, a big room with 2 king beds and fantastic views. It was very clean and spacious enough.

Service

9.0

The staff here were very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. It was great to have such a welcoming team during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel was wonderful, right next to the bay. It offered superb views and was beautiful, with an awesome beach close by.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was adequate, but nothing fancy. However, the prices were reasonable for what was offered.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities to make my stay comfortable and enjoyable.

Johnny

United States of America, October 2023

8.2/10

Staying on the 4th floor of this hotel was a mixed experience. The room was spacious and had 2 king beds with fantastic views of the beach. However, it was quite muggy and damp, and the noise levels were a bit bothersome. The overall cleanliness and modern design were impressive, though.

Rooms

8.0

The room was on the 4th floor and had 2 king beds with fantastic beach views. It was very clean and modern.

Service

9.0

The service was incredibly friendly and helpful. The staff members were knowledgeable about activities and attractions in the area.

Location

9.0

The hotel is right on the beach and offers beautiful views. It is close to the lake and enjoys a refreshing bay breeze.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good overall with a nice room and filling options. However, it lacked fresh fruit and adult cereals. The spare ribs were delicious.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities, including a restaurant for dining options.

Dorothy

United States of America, August 2023

9.6/10

Staying at this hotel was an absolute delight. The rooms were amazing, clean, and very nicely decorated. The service was exceptional with staff being so friendly and attentive. The location is right on the beach, offering breathtaking colors of the water, and it's also close to many attractions. The dining experience was unexpectedly awesome, offering really delicious options. Overall, a great value for money stay.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were amazing, clean, and very nicely decorated.

Service

10.0

The service was exceptional with staff being so friendly and attentive.

Location

10.0

The location is right on the beach, offering breathtaking colors of the water, and it's also close to many attractions.

Dining

9.0

The dining was unexpectedly awesome with really delicious options.