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Pinestead Reef Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront apartment near Traverse City Beach

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Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Beach View | Terrace/patio
Indoor pool
Lobby sitting area
Meeting facility
Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Beach View | Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1265 N US Highway 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Beach View | Private kitchen

Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Beach View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Condo, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beach View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Beach View

  • Beach view
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Traverse City

Beachside getaway.Within a 10-minute walk of this Traverse City apartment, you'll find Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Traverse City State Park and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Traverse City State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Front Street - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 12 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bayview Inn Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Pinestead Reef Resort

4-star beachfront apartment near Traverse City Beach
Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Pinestead Reef Resort like an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach apartment also offers a sauna and a terrace. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Traverse City apartment.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Pinestead Reef Resort offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodations at this 4-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private sandy beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Snow tubing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 2 spaces per unit)

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Computer station
  • Desk
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free local calls
  • Housekeeping available once per stay
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 46 units
  • Access via exterior corridors

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from February 26 2026 to April 30 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hallway
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 9 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Up to 9 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Pinestead
Pinestead Reef
Pinestead Reef Resort
Pinestead Reef Resort Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Hotel Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Resort Apartment
Pinestead Reef Resort Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Resort Apartment Traverse City

Pinestead Reef Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 324 out of 602 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 602 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 602 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 602 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 602 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shai

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I love this this place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shai

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The Staff is great. Room had a great view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luv this place! Very clean, helpful staff Never disappointed. Been staying here for years
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
I've always loved this place; Lots of memories with my husband, who passed this year, with our best friends, with my sister and her fiance, with my bested friend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The room was very comfortable. We enjoyed being able to lounge on the couch and recliner and have meals and play games on the table. Traverse Bay was beautiful from our window.
Traverse Bay from our balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kids loved the swimming pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is great were invited to a pizza party upon arrival and its a great deal!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
This was a wonderful and unexpected gem of a resort. Every one of the 5 of us would return in a heartbeat. Plenty of room, clean, quiet, beautiful view and a very reasonable proces.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

bobbi

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Beautiful room. Windows had lot of kids hand prints, need to be cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff and very clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with partner
Staff was very courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

steve

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I have to come to traverse city atleast 2 weeks out of the month for the company i work for and this reaort is amazing . I love everything about it. The hallways carpets are a little dirty but i contribute that to steady traffoc becausebthis place is such a oasis. My home away from home i call it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chiluck

Liked: Cleanliness
We have been to this area many times. This property is nice but this room is just in need of an update.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leoma L

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. It was relaxing and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tamara

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

teresa, fishers

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025