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Stafford's Bay View Inn

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Lake Michigan

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Forget-Me-Not Suite, Jetted Tub, 1 King Bed | Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
2011 Woodland Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Petoskey State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Odawa Casino
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

  • 450.1 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Primrose Queen | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Primrose Queen

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Trillium Queen Bay View

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Trillium Queen Bay View

  • 200 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Primrose King | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Primrose King

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Bay View

On the beach.At this Petoskey hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 3 miles (5 km) of Little Traverse History Museum. Bear River and Bear River Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Bear River Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Petoskey State Park - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Odawa Casino - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Mackinaw Trail Winery - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Back Lot Beer Garden - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kilwins Chocolate Kitchen - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Stafford's Bay View Inn

3-star beachfront hotel near Lake Michigan
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Stafford's Bay View Inn. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Petoskey hotel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Stafford's Bay View Inn offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and hair dryers. This Petoskey hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

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

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express 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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Stafford's Bay View Inn to the airport?

Stafford's Bay View Inn is 18 mi (27-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

As of Jun 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stafford's Bay View Inn on Jun 23, 2025 start from $257.49, 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 Stafford's Bay View Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Stafford's Bay View Inn.

How close is Stafford's Bay View Inn to the beach?

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

Does Stafford's Bay View Inn offer free breakfast?

Stafford's Bay View Inn does not offer free breakfast. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Odawa Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Stafford's Bay View Inn have a pool?

Stafford's Bay View Inn does not have a pool.

Does Stafford's Bay View Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Stafford's Bay View Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Stafford's Bay View Inn to downtown Petoskey?

Stafford's Bay View Inn is 0.1 mi away from Bay View.

Stafford's Bay View Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 446 out of 590 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 590 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 590 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 590 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 590 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic Inn the staff were very friendly and welcoming. Plan to go back in the summer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Valentine trip

Stafford's Bayview Inn is the only place to stay in Petoskey. The personnel are friendly and helpful. The location is great. The food is outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

8/10 Good

Jim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2-ply TP would be nice. In-room, or even on-floor, coffee would have been appreciated. There was no in-room temperature adjustment capability, no microwave, and no TV in the room. The room was quiet. The bed mattress was "hilly". There were sufficient bedside power outlets. The sitting area chairs were quite comfortable. Lighting was good. We enjoyed the jacuzzi tub was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This historic property is beautifully restored/maintained. The staff is excellent and friendly, the spaces are charming and lovely. We had a third floor suite with a view of the bay and a comfortable king size bed. The charm of the inn includes the decorating, the food, the hospitality, the location, and even some quirkiness like the historic elevator. We loved it all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stafford's Bayview Inn is the only place my wife and I choose to stay at in Petoskey. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The restaurant has excellent food. The best-selling feature of the Inn is the elevator. My wife and I love it. Hold on when it starts. What a hoot!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was no coffee in the room. No television in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff ** Bobby Jo & Corey are "the" best... Cookies on our pillows... fabulous breakfasts... deelish late afternoon Hors d' oeuvres & cocktails ...!! FOUR STARS for sure..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlina, La Grange

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the staff friendly and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie, Lawton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely old inn with very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara and Ron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our rooms were quaint and clean. Staff was helpful and always working to make our stay wonderful. The dining room food was tasty, well presented, with helpful staff. We will be making our stay a yearly trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a lovely, historical inn with some unique features. The staff is very warm and friendly, the restaurant serves a great breakfast and you have beautiful views of the lake from the back of the property. However, the inn could use a little updating in some areas. For example, the floors were extremely creaky to the point that just shifting your weight caused a loud creak! Overall, a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautifully restored property with excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property and friendly service! Loved enjoying wine on the porch overlooking the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NO Tv was amazing! We should all learn to unplug!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Fishers

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay for 2 nights. Charming old hotel with lots of character and creaky floors (as advertised!) Staff was friendly and location was close to everything in and around Petoskey.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property and the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024