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Bay Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Tawas City

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Indoor spa tub
Free daily continental breakfast
Fireplace
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

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

About the neighborhood

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 - 0.3 miles
  • Tawas City Park Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Tawas Point State Park - 18 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Saganing Eagles Landing Casino - 58 min drive - 45.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mango's - ‬6 min drive

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 Jan 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Inn on Jan 21, 2026 start from $97.49, 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. 430 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 379 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 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

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

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

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The were very helpful and friendly, room was clean, plus it was pet friendly. Made it easy to take our fur baby, sh3 is very timid and doesn’t stay well with others.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool and spa are well maintained in good working order. I would definitely go back here again. Mosdt important Bay Inn is a good valuegood order Breakfast was
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hot tub wax awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a beautiful spot. Across the street from Lake Huron, and with woods behind us, we had deer out our window in the evening. Our room was clean and spacious, and they’re pet friendly. The staff is friendly, and a nice breakfast is served. There’s nice parks on the lakeshore, and plenty of shopping in town. We definitely would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Blaiz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The person at the desk on Saturday was VERY loud and cursing at night, making it difficult to sleep at night. It was not the guest, but the actual staff being loud. He was on phone swearing ect,,,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Luanne

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is dated, but the front desk staff is superb! The stay was good, quiet and comfortable. Again, the front desk, staff was phenomenal!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near Lake Huron parks. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Lauren

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lady working when we checked in late at night was friendly and helpful. The men who work behind the desk seemed very much less so. While the staff is overall invisible it's not so in a bad way. They just didn't pester us, which was nice, because we were in town for a funeral and it was a tough weekend. However, there were some issues. Up late at night after the funeral, we were outside at the picnic tables when they turned on the sprinklers, pointed directly at us, and this ruined my husband's phone. This brought three stars down to two. Had they wanted us to go in, they just could have asked. They have every inch of the place on video- it's not like they don't know this is an issue. We're just an older couple struggling with a loss. It wasn't like we were whooping it up. There is a collection aged, broken down equipment stacked in the hallways and steps, which is really kind of itchy. I mean, a LOT of it. Nearly every corner of the building has something broken down sitting in a corner. There are literally no safeguards at the second floor windows (don't put your children on that floor). This was a pet room - don't put your pets there, either. Beds are okay, bring your own pillows. Seriously. Woke to find stains of an unmentionable nature on the walls in the reflection of the sunlight. That grossed me out for the rest of the stay. Wear shoes. For all of this, they are way overpriced on weekend, off season rates. Not even a view. Just a nope. Never again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Debra, UNIONVILLE

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Was there for a wedding. Not much to say about the property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Amenities
The facility and staff more than satisfactorily met my expectations. However as a handicapped person I experience things that pass by the average customer. Due to the floor of the bathtub not having the proper grip, I was forced to grab the curtain rod and improve my balance by gripping the top of the tiles that rim the shower stall.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access. Friendly staff. Clean room and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jackie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel rooms/accomodations are enough for a 1 or 2 night stay tops. Beds & pillows were comfy and it was clean. I found it very disappointing that the hotel doesn't provide or offer conditioner. They have shampoo and body wash. Small complaint but for some, it's a deal. The pool & hot tub area is great, in fact the highlight of our stay! The breakfast was decent, meat & eggs, breads, yogurt and fruit, waffles, juice. My only complaint on this stay was the front desk staff. It was always the gentleman...he wasn't that rude, but would not go out of his way not for one minute to address the concern and question I had and I called on two separate occasions. The lady at the front desk though was fantastic, she works well under pressure! The fitness room was a huge disappointment, it's not a room. It's a closet and that is not an exaggeration. At least it's something though.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn D

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Typically there is at least one thing I can write about a property that could improve upon or that wasn't as good as I would have hoped. This place though checked all the good boxes. It was clean and quiet, check in was simple and friendly (very personable lady working the counter. She gave great recommendations for dining and had a solid sense of humor.) the pool and hot tub was also clean and was a nice treat after a long day. I would definitely stay here in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina

Liked: Staff & service
The stairs were never vacuumed during my 8 day stay. Also a gallon of milk to pour on cereal instead of individual boxes seemed questionable.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is no elevator, property is outdated for the price, breakfast was not the best....
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025