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4.7 out of 5

"Beautiful historic property overlooking the bay. A special weekend for us and the manager made it even more special by upgrading our room at no extra ... " More

By a verified traveler on Tue 15 Aug 2023

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Hotel Description

3-star beachfront hotel near Lake Michigan

On the beach

At this Petoskey hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 3 miles (5 km) of Little Traverse History Museum. Bear River and Bear River Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Free perks

A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Free self parking, a garden, and a library are also offered.

Primrose Room (shower only)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
$129* Per night/room Mar 31 - Apr 1

Trillium, Bay View (Shower/Tub combo)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Cherry Blossom Suite

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Aster Suite, Jetted Tub, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Forget-Me-Not Suite, Jetted Tub, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Trilium, Bay View (shower only)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Stafford's Bay View Inn ratings based on 24 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Stafford's Bay View Inn

Everyone (13) Couples (7) Family (4)
4 out of 5

Posted by , from DEFIANCE on Oct 22, 2023

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5 out of 5
Beautiful historic property overlooking the bay. A special weekend for us and the manager made it even more special by upgrading our room at no extra cost. Every facet of the property is meticulously maintained. We are very pleased

Posted by on Aug 15, 2023

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Jul 12, 2023

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5 out of 5
The Inn was absolutely charming! Both the manager and evening clerk were attentive and helpful. The property was exactly as advertised and we appreciated the opportunity to pay onsite ( as opposed to a prepay reservation) due to the winter weather. We wish we could have stayed longer.

Posted by , from Detroit on Feb 5, 2023

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5 out of 5
great place with lots of character

Posted by on Jan 21, 2023

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5 out of 5
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Posted by on Dec 29, 2021

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5 out of 5
We felt like royalty staying here again. Everything was perfect. We enjoyed our stay immensely. We will be back.

Posted by on Oct 4, 2021

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4 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 17, 2021

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5 out of 5
The staff was always so helpful and friendly. Breakfast was delicious. Great location

Posted by on Sep 11, 2021

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5 out of 5
I love staying here and have done so many times. I did talk to the manager about the hide-a-bed in room 31 not really being suitable for an adult. It was so uncomfortable that the person using it ended up putting the mattress on the floor. The manager was very receptive and thanked me for the input and I feel certain that they will do something about this.

Posted by on Jun 7, 2021

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About the Stafford's Bay View Inn

Location 2011 Woodland Ave, Petoskey, MI 49770

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Stafford's Bay View Inn. Self parking is free. This 3-star Petoskey hotel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Stafford's Bay View Inn offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and hair dryers. This Petoskey hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

Guests are served free breakfast. Additionally, cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily for a fee.

Stafford's Bay View Inn has a restaurant on site.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

  • Free bicycles on site

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

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

Hotel Names

  • Stafford's Bay View Inn Petoskey
  • Stafford's Bay View Petoskey
  • Stafford's Bay View
  • Stafford`s Bay View Hotel Petoskey
  • Stafford's Bay View Inn Hotel
  • Stafford's Bay View Inn Petoskey
  • Stafford's Bay View Inn Hotel Petoskey

You should know

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.