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The Baywatch Resort

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

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Beach View Walkout King with Spa | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Exterior
Fitness facility

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1529 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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

Non-View King with Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 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
(79 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 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
(254 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 340 sq ft
  • 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
(91 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Beach View Walkout King with Spa | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Beach View Walkout King with Spa

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

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View from room

Beach View Walkout Petite King

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

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Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa | View from room

Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa

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

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

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

Non-View King with Spa Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 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 - 2.3 miles
  • Torch Lake - 33 min drive - 24.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stone Hound Brewing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mundos HQ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cottage - ‬3 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 Apr 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Baywatch Resort on Apr 23, 2026 start from $87, 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 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. 1901 out of 2474 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 421 out of 2474 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 2474 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 2474 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 2474 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Todd, Ravenna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Small but great for one night . Breakfast was packaged but did the job.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

roshan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy and the front desk was really helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Dalianth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our hotel room was very clean. The staff was very nice as well. We stayed a total of 3 nights. The reason for 4 starts is because there were really no amenities. There were a couple of board games in the common area, but no pool or hot tub; during winter, or during a winter storm like we experienced, it was boring being stuck at the hotel. For the cost per night, I would’ve expected more. The view from the beachfront room was great so as long as you are there for the view and beach access during summer, I could see how the cost may be more justifiable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ben

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean...hotel was quiet...bed was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula H

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was probably the 6th or 7th time I’ve stayed here. The rooms are well maintained and the view of Lake Michigan is superb. I don’t care for the boxed breakfast but I love staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and the staff were always friendly and helpful. The tub is great during the winter months and the beds are SO comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super attentive, room was absolutely beautiful and incredibly clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia, Charlevoix

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia, Charlevoix

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice people!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ibrahim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes Michael was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, lONGMONT

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Michael was wonderful when we checked in, his attitude was great and welcoming, and the room was spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel was pretty empty at this time of year (mid week mid November) but hotel was fully functioning, staffed, and ready to assist us at all times. The room was great, the view wonderful. I look forward to come back in warmer weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025