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Bay View Inn

Property class: 3
3-star beach hotel near Lake Michigan

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A large, multi-story building with a green roof and white walls, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and Adirondack chairs.
A traditional living room with a fireplace, patterned rug, and classic furniture.
A garden with Adirondack chairs and a view of a lake.
A coastal view with a clear sky, a body of water, and dense vegetation.
A wedding ceremony outdoors with guests seated on chairs facing the couple.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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2011 Woodland Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770
  • Place, beach near Bay View
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Petoskey State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Odawa Casino
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Trillium Queen Bay View

A four-poster bed with a white bedspread, a chair with a patterned upholstery, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Trillium Queen Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a fireplace, two armchairs, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Primrose Queen

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a red carpet, a patterned ceiling, and a small table with a lamp.

Primrose Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Primrose King

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a chair in the corner.

Primrose King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Petoskey

Bay View stay.With a stay at this Bay View hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 2 miles (3 km) of Round Lake. Little Traverse History Museum and Bear River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • beach near Bay View - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Petoskey State Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • beach near Petoskey State Park - 6 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Odawa Casino - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Boyne Mountain - 25 min drive - 22.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Stiggs BBQ Wagon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Back Lot - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Bay View Inn

3-star beach hotel near Lake Michigan
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Bay View Inn. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Petoskey hotel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
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. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

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

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 13 to 20 per person

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
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.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay View Inn to the airport?

Bay View Inn is 18 mi (27-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay View Inn?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay View Inn on Aug 31, 2026 start from $210, including 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 View Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bay View Inn.

How close is Bay View Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 7.1 mi (13-min drive) from Harbor Springs Beach.

Does Bay View Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Bay View Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 13 and 20 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Bay View Inn?

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

What time is check-in at Bay View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Bay View Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Bay View Inn have a pool?

Bay View Inn does not have a pool.

Does Bay View Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Bay View Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Bay View Inn to downtown Petoskey?

Bay View Inn is 1.6 mi away from Petoskey.

Bay View Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 553 out of 728 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 728 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 728 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 728 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 728 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful!!wish we had more time to spend there!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, really great staff. Enjoyed complementary wine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

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We enjoyed our first stay at Bay View Inn. Even though it’s an older hotel it was exactly what we were looking for. The staff were friendly and helpful. And the complimentary beer and snack hour was just perfect before going out to dinner. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Rooms are quaint and cozy. Staff are exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hollie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful Hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Indra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place! The room was beautiful with a wonderful jet tub, comfortable bed and big windows towards the lake. Would have been nice to have a cappuccino option at breakfast since the coffee was pretty weak. The table top Skittles game in the lounge was great. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff -
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Bed and breakfast feel. Very nice staff, clean and historic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic Inn on the Lake - great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay / great property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan Sandy

Historical building well cared for great service good food quiet stay perfect for the recharge of weekend events
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property...staff is awesome...will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

Fun place on the water

A very lovely stay and visiting nearby scenic area was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A classic historic inn perfect for relaxing and enjoying Petoskey.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

B. Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

KRISTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful historic hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property! Have stayed many times and love it more each time we come!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic old Inn beautifully updated with excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed at the Stafford Inn a few times. It’s very charming and so nicely kept up over the years. Staff is very accommodating, room as usual was very clean. This is a great place to stay and we will be back soon. Breakfast too!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay! Outstanding people, great food and comfortable rooms! It is a b&b with great history….highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A not to be missed historic hotel with staff that genuinely cares. Of course the building shows its age but you would as well if you were 150 years old. But a great peek back at a historical period of care and discovery. This hotel is impeccably clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful, historic place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful space. Love that there was no TV. Enjoyed the amenities on the first floor and the coffee in the library. Can't wait to stay in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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