Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Traverse City Beach

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

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1773 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View (Upper Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(77 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Beach View (1 King and 1 Queen Bed - Upper Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 King Bed - Petite (Non-Beach View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • 298 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, No View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, No View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, No View (1 King and 1 Queen Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Room, Multiple Beds (2 king beds, 2 bathrooms, no view)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1000 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, No View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Beach View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View (Upper Floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Accessible Room, 1 King- No View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- 1st Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- Upper Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the 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

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Traverse City State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Front Street - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Centre Ice Arena - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bayview Inn Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smoke And Porter - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Country Traditions Café - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Beachfront hotel near Traverse City Beach
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel like an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Traverse City hotel is smoke free.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel offers 99 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 21 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sugar Beach Resort Hotel to the airport?

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel is 3.1 mi (6-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 Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel on Sep 28, 2025 start from $100.19, 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 Sugar Beach Resort Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel.

How close is Sugar Beach Resort Hotel to the beach?

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

Does Sugar Beach Resort Hotel offer free breakfast?

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Turtle Creek Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

Is there free parking at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sugar Beach Resort Hotel have a pool?

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does Sugar Beach Resort Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sugar Beach Resort Hotel to downtown Traverse City?

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel is 4 mi away from Traverse City.

Reviews

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1064 out of 1654 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 385 out of 1654 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1654 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1654 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1654 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is older but nice and very clean. Enjoying our stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beachfront property with excellent store to buy drinks and snacks and toiletries you might need. Coffee available round the clock.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed the stay. Great location and clean! A bit outdated in terms of cenral air and bedding (scratchy sheets, lumpy mattress). Breakfast included is a cold boxof Breakfast foods. Not bad, just minimal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elsa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They need cushions on the beach chairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elsa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, I just wished they would clean the rooms more often. They only clean the fourth day of your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
On the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADAM

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Resort was awesome! Everything including rooms and pool areas were very clean. Andre and Paris at the front desk are very good at welcoming guests! Very happy we stayed here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lake view room beautiful , amenities excellent, sink and mirrors outside of the bathroom to get ready, Roman was helpful in referring us to a bike rental next door to your property with a beautiful trail into the city, pleasant staff, breakfast delivered to ur room, great stay n will return in the future,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria, EL CENTRO

Incredibly clean, constant cleaning i was amazed and i do travel a lot, it puzzled me to see a constant on that matter. Beautifu lake view
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean room, check in, beach area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay and plan to stay again! Great customer service, accommodating, and friendly! Boxed breakfast was different but worked! Beach was clean and inviting! Great for families!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jim, Chicago

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well the check-in clerk told me not to use Expedia and contact the resort directly. Implying I would have been better off doing so. When I saw our room was right on top of sidewalk work with workers leaning on our window I understood. Complaining got me nowhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beautiful hotel and location

The staff was super friendly and helpful. The location and lake view was amazing! The options for box breakfasts was pretty good and healthy which were delivered to your room at the requested time. Overall we loved our stay there!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine Diane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach was beautiful and the property is centrally located in Traverse City. The staff was accommodating and even sent some texts asking how things were going and letting us know they were starting a sidewalk refurbishing project. Our room was clean and tidy. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice and enjoyed the pool and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marcia

Traveled with family
Great being on the beach. Clean and well groomed every morning. Ducks are the bonus
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Great location!

Great location. Wonderful beach. Only thing to take into consideration is they have no restaurant. You can order a box breakfast, but the options are limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Denee

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025