The Baywatch Resort

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Traverse City Beach

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Non-View King with Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Beach View Balcony Petite King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(238 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Beach View Balcony Double King | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Beach View Balcony Double King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(89 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Beach View Walkout King with Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach View Walkout Petite King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Non-View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(110 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Non-View King Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Non-View King with Spa Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Traverse City State Park and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Traverse City State Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Traverse City Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Front Street - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Centre Ice Arena - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bayview Inn Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smoke And Porter - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Stone Hound Brewing - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Baywatch Resort

3-star beachfront hotel near Traverse City Beach
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is served daily. A fitness center, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Baywatch Resort. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Traverse City hotel is smoke free.

  • 104 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Baywatch Resort offers 104 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 55-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

This Traverse City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 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

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Apple Pay. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Baywatch Resort Traverse City
Baywatch Traverse City
The Baywatch Resort Hotel
The Baywatch Resort Traverse City
The Baywatch Resort Hotel Traverse City

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Baywatch Resort to the airport?

The Baywatch Resort is 3 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 The Baywatch Resort?

As of Oct 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Baywatch Resort on Nov 2, 2025 start from $74.88, 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 The Baywatch Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Baywatch Resort.

How close is The Baywatch Resort to the beach?

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

Does The Baywatch Resort offer free breakfast?

The Baywatch Resort offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Baywatch Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Turtle Creek Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Baywatch Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Baywatch Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Baywatch Resort have a pool?

The Baywatch Resort does not have a pool.

Does The Baywatch Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Baywatch Resort to downtown Traverse City?

The Baywatch Resort is 3.8 mi away from Traverse City.

The Baywatch Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1861 out of 2433 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 420 out of 2433 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 2433 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 2433 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 2433 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

martin, geneva

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff. Very nice balcony view.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just stayed one night. It’s a beautiful property right on the lake. Staff is awesome. My husband is a veteran and they thanked him for his service. We were given a menu for breakfast to choose from and it was delivered in the morning at the time we requested. We will definitely stay here again if we’re in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kurt

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

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette, Portage

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bill

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

Breakfast ekk

Nice hotel and great front desk. Little deep clean needed in bathroom corners. Comfortable bed. Breakfast is sad so when they say it’s included just know you’ll have to go out for breakfast. They deliver a box with old orange, juice box and jimmy dean breakfast sandwuch you microwave. Dollar General Breakfast for an expensive room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

hung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely resort. Newly remodeled. Comfortable. Right on the beach. Adirondack chairs to sit and watch the sunset. Laundry facility. Friendly staff. Easy drive to downtown. Restaurants across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

Love Traverse City

Great resort! Great time in Traverse City
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved Baywatch Resort. Clean and updated. Beach was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Way too expensive for only getting a frozen boxed breakfast with old rotten fruit and some watery boxed juice they try to pass off as orange juice! Check in after 4pm and out by 11 is ridiculous also. I’m on vacation for such a short stay. Should be 3pm check in and noon out for $500 a night. The view from my room was beautiful, but not worth what we paid. Bathroom floor was filthy. Had lots of bugs and ants in there and the shower. Toilet seat broken. Disappointed to say the least.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was like brand new condition, everything was super clean and up to date. Our room was very clean, and all bedding was super clean. The beach on the property had chairs for all guests. Beach towels were put out by staff on the chairs each morning. Will definitely recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Denis, Clearwater

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. Beach is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Signa

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Edward J

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked this property but the room air conditioner was quite loud and couldn't change the settings.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Traveled with family
The room floors weren’t cleaned properly and found a couple spiders in the room
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Love the location, beach area kept very clean and orderly (chairs set in place every night)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the setting on Traverse Bay East! Great beach front and options for water fun. Would consider staying there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay in Traverse City at least once a year and this was our first time at Baywatch Resort. This is our new go to place every year. :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

HAITHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staffs are pleasant, clean room and smells new. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

All good, beautiful beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean. Front desk checked in with us several time via texting to see how our stay was. Very nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Housekeeping were outstanding, Shadonna super sweet and brought me extra pillows. Love how they had extra floats to float on. Having the breakfast delivered to your room was an extra plus. The popsicles on the beach was a nice touch as well. You can’t go wrong staying here. Front desk needs to be a little more friendlier, but other than that I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
We stayed for a couple nights for a mother-daughter trip. The property was so cute and beachy. The rooms and common spaces were all very nice. We enjoyed the private beach and view from our balcony. We would definitely stay here again. My daughter was less enthusiastic about the breakfast boxes as there are only 5 choices, however they are delivered directly to your room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025