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Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Traverse City Beach

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Lakeview One Bedroom Corner Suite | Lake view
Lakeview One Bedroom Suite | Lake view
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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2035 U.S. 31 North, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Lakeview One Bedroom Corner Suite | Living area

Lakeview One Bedroom Corner Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Lakeview One Bedroom Suite

Lakeview One Bedroom Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakeview Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 93 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakeview Walkout King Room

  • Lake view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakeview Walkout Double Queen Room

  • Lake view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakeview Balcony King Room

  • Lake view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Lakeview Balcony Double Queen Room

  • Lake view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Non-View King Room

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Non-View Double Queen Room

Non-View Double Queen Room

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Non-View Accessible King Room

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Traverse City

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of this well-placed hotel, you'll find Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Traverse City State Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Traverse City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mt. Holiday Ski Area - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Front Street - 5 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stone Hound Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smoke And Porter - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

Beachfront hotel near Traverse City Beach
Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City offers its guests a private beach and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Traverse City hotel is smoke free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and hair dryers. This Traverse City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Phone

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 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and outdoor lighting
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, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City to the airport?

Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City is 3.5 mi (7-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 Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City on Jun 21, 2026 start from CA $275, 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 Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City.

How close is Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City offer free breakfast?

Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Turtle Creek Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City have a pool?

Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City does not have a pool.

Does Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City to downtown Traverse City?

Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City is 4.4 mi away from Traverse City.

Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 265 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 265 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 265 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 265 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 265 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very welcoming, the room was incredibly clean, and comfortable. I loved my stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Marcel

Clean place, rooms were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Lodge!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderfully appointed room with an excellent view of the bay. My wife and I enjoyed it so much we've talked about making this an annual trip. Loved Tamarack Lodge!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room, great staff and had everything we needed for my wife’s birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the accommodations are both excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our favorite place to stay in Traverse City. Best accommodations in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful - as always... This is the place we always go to celebrate a special day, or to just get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Analinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely weekend stay. Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was very clean and inviting. Beautiful views of the bay. Love the overall lodge vibe of the hotel. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and nicely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great weekend getaway here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff; warm cookies, coffee, hot chocolate, and tea in lobby; and easily accessible luggage carts were nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was beautiful and clean. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean- beautiful location- friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

tamisha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I love my weekend experience at the lodge I especially love my bathroom the jacuzzi tube was the best part.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Exceptional room. Would definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff was horribly rude. Stayed in the past and it was wonderful that is why we returned
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was roomy and clean (although a little insufficiently lighted). This was our second stay and we'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay- room was lovely with great amenities and the view was stunning
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are wonderful. The suites are absolutely lovely, cozy, homey, I never want to leave when I’m there! It’s a wonderful place to stay when I am in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room and hotel were clean. Staff was friendly. Only thing was the ice maker didnt work the 1st night and they tired fixing it and didnt really work til the morning we left.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff and room was great
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025