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Bay Inn

Property class: 2.5
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Tawas City

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 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
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and wall art depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting nature scenes.

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a large bathtub, and wall-mounted artwork.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and wall art depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 - 16 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Saganing Eagles Landing Casino - 52 min drive - 46.1 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
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 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 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 Oct 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Inn on Oct 22, 2026 start from $113, 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 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. 449 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 371 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s our “go to” when we stay in Tawas. Been staying there since they opened.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not far from town..Good value .Nice breakfast, pool..Staff friendly and helpful..would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and affordable. The staff was friendly and pool was lovely. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fresh and quite good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool, hot tub & even had a fire pit for evening camp fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms/lobby/hallways. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the bed was comfy. It was also nice to have a pool and a hot tub available as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hot tub. Very clean and staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay for us. The rooms were clean and safe. Good sized refrigerator. Also had a microwave although we did not use it. Nice TV. The pool and hot tub looked good although we didn’t use it. The breakfast was pretty basic, was really just waffles for heated food, but served the purpose. Michelle at the front desk was excellent to work with. We actually stayed one more day than we intended just because we liked the hotel and the town. For the money, we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was okay. Windows need to be replaced and they need to clean the rooms if a person requests it during their stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No daily cleaning in the rooms and had to get clean towels at front counter and leave garbage outside room. Staff was very pleasant and offered coffee 24 hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just great overall
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms have been renovated and updated and look nice. Bed was very comfortable and we had everything we needed. Roxanne was extremely helpful and actually gave me freezer space to keep my medical cooler frozen! She is just super nice! They have everything you need and a decent continental breakfast. Very comfortable and welcoming. The one opportunity I see is to have a full length mirror in your rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
You need to put honey out in the morning for the breakfast buffet , also you need a shower in the pool area so you can rinse off! And our tub in our room was worn out 1 09 and a little bit of mold .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms were older, but redone. We stayed in a pet room, which has laminate floors, which my dog is afraid of. The beds don't have a real frame, they are a sheet of metal bolted to the wall, and that ping very loudly when you move out roll over.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly people and workers clean room pool and got tub nice breakfasts everything was good but boiled eggs was frozen but think they might have had problem with the cooler they where in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean updated rooms and pool area Staff were great Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean environment. We older
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms need a little cleaning
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was only there for an overnight stay. Check in was smooth and she was very nice. When opening the door to the room it smelled of stale, kinda moldy air. Once the air conditioner was turned on, the smell went away. A suggestion to management, keep some air flowing in those rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, everything smelled fresh. The continental breakfast was actually decent. Overall a good experience and I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, nice staff. Good location in Tawas.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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