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Bay Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Tawas City

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Front of property
Indoor spa tub
Front of property
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1020 W Lake Street, Tawas City, MI, 48763
  • Place, Gateway Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tawas City Park Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Tawas Point State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Tawas City

Heart of Tawas City.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lake Huron and Gateway Park. Tawas City Park Beach and Ascension St. Joseph Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Gateway Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tawas City Park Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tawas Point State Park - 16 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Saganing Eagles Landing Casino - 52 min drive - 74.5 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Bay Inn

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Tawas City
Bay Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is served daily. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Bay Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tawas City hotel.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bay Inn offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Tawas City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

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 continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 3 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 30 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 3

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Bay Inn Tawas
Bay Tawas
Tawas Bay Inn
Bay Inn Tawas City
Bay Inn Hotel
Bay Tawas City
Bay Inn Tawas City
Bay Inn Hotel Tawas City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay Inn to the airport?

Bay Inn is 77.1 mi (82-min drive) away from the Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Inn?

As of May 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Inn on May 18, 2026 start from CA $132, 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 Bay Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bay Inn.

How close is Bay Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 1 mi (2-min drive) from Tawas City Park Beach.

Does Bay Inn offer free breakfast?

Bay Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Bay Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Bay Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Bay Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Bay Inn have a pool?

Bay Inn features an indoor pool.

Does Bay Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Bay Inn to downtown Tawas City?

Bay Inn is 1.2 mi away from Tawas City.

Bay Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 437 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, everything smelled fresh. The continental breakfast was actually decent. Overall a good experience and I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable, we had our dog with us. All the staff was amazing and accommodating. There was a problem with our refrigerator and they put a brand new one in our room in under 15mins!! Thank you!! Breakfast was great, the hot tub was clean and relaxing,the pool was warm. Would absolutely recommend,and definitely will be staying again!!! Thank you Bay Inn of Tawas.!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff was very friendly. Love the heated floors in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Brittany

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff all weee friendly, helpful and accessible. Pool and hot tub were warm. Hotel was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Sue

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No proper control of heat in room, too hot, thermostat only goes as low as 65, no a/c to cool the room down. ESA certified fur baby and still got charged $25/night...I'm sorry but I consider a certified ESA animal as qualified as a service animal and she should have been free just like the service animals. Continental breakfast was plentiful but not tasty .. soggy uncooked waffles, muffins tasted bland, English muffins tasted like cardboard, and coffee was very bitter no matter how much sugar or creamer was added. Finally, went to get in the shower and there were red ants in the bathroom on the floor... front desk provided ant spray but also admitted it was a problem due to semi-heated floors..ants come out !!! Accomodations overall were nice, clean, and comfy bed. Pleased they put me on main floor and close to back door for ease of fur baby potty breaks.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

josh

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and helpful staff. Breakfast offerings just ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Bernard

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very comfortable spacious king size bed😊
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean. Front desk attendant was very pleasant and helpful. Older building but the room was in good shape.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The whole facility was very clean. Office staff was happy, helpfull and informative. Would not hesitate to rebook the business
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriella L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was always nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Travelled with family
Beds were squeaky and the toilet ran constantly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean updated rooms and pool area Staff were great Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yea
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, nice staff. Good location in Tawas.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025