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The Baywatch Resort

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Traverse City Beach

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Exterior
Beach View Walkout King with Spa
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1529 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Traverse City State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Traverse City Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Front Street
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Non-View King Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa | View from room

Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Non-View King with Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Non-View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(103 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Beach View Balcony Petite King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(63 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach View Balcony Double King

Beach View Balcony Double King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(80 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(212 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Non-View King with Spa Accessible

Non-View King with Spa Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach View Walkout King with Spa

Beach View Walkout King with Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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View from room

Beach View Walkout Petite King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Traverse City

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, 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).

What's nearby

  • Traverse City State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Front Street - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Centre Ice Arena - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Smoke and Porter Public House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bayview Inn Restaurant Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Baywatch Resort

3-star beachfront hotel near Traverse City Beach
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is served daily. A fitness center, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Baywatch Resort. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Traverse City hotel is smoke free.

  • 104 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • 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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 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

  • Bicycle tours
  • 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 provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

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

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 at the property

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
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
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, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Apple Pay. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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

The Baywatch Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1708 out of 2239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 394 out of 2239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 2239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 2239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 2239 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

MOLLY, SPRING LAKE

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Staff got mixed up as to how many nights we were staying. Had to ask twice for fresh towels. Breakfast not delivered on last day; got 1 at the desk. Beautiful view from our room. Really appreciated having access to the laundry room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

deanna

Views are beautiful- very clean and neat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always perfect!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent In every way
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN, South Lyon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved being right on the beach, hearing the waves and watching the sunrises and sunsets. Our room was very clean, comfortable and quiet. You get many breakfast options and it is delivered to your room at a time you choose. The staff is so kind and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN, South Lyon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our balcony looking out at the east bay and watching sunrises and sunsets! Our room was very clean and comfortable. Used towels exchanged every day and trash picked up every day. The heating/cooling unit was efficient and quiet. All staff we encountered were so kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price for a great stay on the water. Nice, clean rooms and an easy check in/ check out process. A great stay for a getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justyne Towne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk was amazing! Friendly and welcoming. The room was fabulous and very roomy. Bed was comfortable. I would recommended staying here; I know we will be staying here again.
View from our room
View from our room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tye

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

Wonderful Stay

Great location! Amazing view! Kind and knowledgeable staff! Clean and quiet room! Just a wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasant stay overnight and appreciated that they gave our friend a new room when they couldn't fix the HVAC system in her room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Michael was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great experience

the location was amazing, right next to the water. the hotel was clean and the staff was friendly. the room was spacious with a comfortable bed. the best part was the sitting on the balcony facing the water enjoying the sunrise/sunset. overall I would come back to this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property, clean and aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Loved how the staff checked in each day to see if I had any needs. Walking into the east building was nice and warm, like a hug. However, our room was very warm and despite turning the heat down from the preexisting setting of 68 to 60 by the next evening, the room was still very warm which made sleeping uncomfortable. Otherwise, we loved the place and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at The Baywatch Resort in Traverse City, Michigan. We stayed a weekend in late April just before the busy season. The rooms are clean, and new, the shower is probably the best I've used at a hotel and the staff is very helpful and friendly. Location is also great - can't beat ON THE BEACH. Only opportunity is regarding the light breakfast that is delivered to guest's each day. Two out of three mornings, our breakfast was either delivered to the incorrect room, or another room's breakfast was delivered to our room. Thanks for the great stay Baywatch Resort!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria, GAYLORD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

Fun time

Very nice room and great view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Charlotte

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the bay. Beautiful out my window. Breakfast delivered to our door for free.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025