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Bay Inn

2.5 star property
Spa hotel perfect for exploring Tawas City

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Indoor spa tub
Property entrance
Free daily continental breakfast
Front of property
Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1020 W Lake Street, Tawas City, MI, 48763
  • Place, Tawas City Park Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Tawas Point State Park
  • Place, Tawas Point Lighthouse
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 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 - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tawas City Park Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Iosco County Historical Museum - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Tawas Creek Golf and Country Club - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mango's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Bay Inn

Spa hotel perfect for exploring Tawas City
Bay Inn offers its guests a full-service spa and an indoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. Spa services, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Bay Inn. Free self parking is available.

This Tawas City hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
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.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. The spa is open 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

  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Indoor pool

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 cable/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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 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

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 25 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 72.6 mi (79-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 Nov 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Inn on Nov 15, 2025 start from $99.99, 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 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 0.9 mi (1-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?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is Bay Inn to downtown Tawas City?

Bay Inn is 1.2 mi away from Tawas City.

Reviews

Bay Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 380 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin

Traveled with family
The shower curtain smelled sour. The sheets and towels were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We liked that the hotel accommodated our large dog. Otherwise, our stay was just okay. Hotel is showing its age. Breakfast not very good. The only hot entree was waffles. Otherwise cold cereal, yogurt, bagels and muffins. Coffee was instant from a machine, not brewed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The interior of the property was a bit dated. Carpet at the end of its life. The last night we ee
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Doggie friendly

We had a great a experience traveling with a great dane is not easy, but this place was very accomidating. Especially our dog who is afraid of everything. The rooms were super quiet so he didn't feel so nervous.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

The staff was fine, the pool was open until 11pm and the location is great but the hotel is in desperate need of a remodel everything is so old.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Had problems with the tv but other than that it was a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melodie

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Perfect

We spent a few days in Tawas with my elderly dog. The staff was warm and inviting. The complimentary breakfast was perfect. and the room was vert comfortable. I would definitely return in the future
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ROBIN

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

Family friendly.

Slightly above average hotel across from Lake Huron. On the main road for Tawas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
It was ok for basic needs but overpriced for the type of room, breakfast bar was really basic, coffee/water machine turned off by 10pm and the property could definitely use some freshening up. Front desk Staff was pleasant. Hallways and eating area air temperature was not comfortable and had a musty odor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, wish we could’ve got a bay said view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
Very limited breakfast and other options
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly. Breakfast offered but mediocre. Had to get Lysol disinfectant wipes and wipe floors due to dirtiness. Rooms are cool with comfortable beds no bugs!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and satisfactory. Breakfast was included, but was limited
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay, always friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Delton

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew

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

8/10 Good

Teresa

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

Weekend Getaway

It's a little bit of an older hotel but still very nice and clean. The pool and the hot tub are amazing. Staff is really nice as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Could not even see out the windows, pillows old as could be, full size beds not queens, door handles falling off in bathroom. Run down old place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025