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Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star resort near Clinch Park

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4 indoor pools, seasonal outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge)
Children's area
Children's activities
Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds
Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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3575 N US Highway 31 S, Traverse City, MI, 49684
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Grand Traverse Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Front Street
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Queen Sofa Suite Accessible - Water Park Included | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Queen Sofa Suite Accessible - Water Park Included

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Wolf Den - Water Park Included | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Wolf Den - Water Park Included

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Whirlpool Fireplace - Water Park Included

  • 544 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Majestic Bear - Water Park Included

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 836 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Loft Fireplace - Water Park Included | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Loft Fireplace - Water Park Included

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 736 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Kid Kamp Suite - Water Park Included

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 448 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Kid Cabin Suite - Water Park Included

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 544 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Family Suite - Water Park Included

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

In Traverse City .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Traverse City resort, you'll find Front Street and Traverse City Visitor Center. Clinch Park and Clinch Park Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Front Street - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Traverse City Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City

Family-friendly 3.5-star resort near Clinch Park
As a guest of Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City, you'll find a complimentary water park, 4 indoor swimming pools, a lazy river, and a waterslide. There are 3 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this resort measures 10904 square feet (1013 square meters) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the family-friendly Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Traverse City resort.

  • 280 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Meeting rooms
  • 10904 sq ft of conference space
  • 1013 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City offers 280 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Traverse City resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Free water park access
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Lazy river
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini golf
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 19 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 30 and November 4.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 19 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Water park passes are included for all registered guests. Water park passes are valid from 1 PM on the day of check-in until the water park closes on the day of check-out.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in August.
  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City to the airport?

Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City is 5.5 mi (14-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 Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

As of Sep 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City on Sep 14, 2025 start from $189.0, 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 Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City.

How close is Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City to the beach?

This resort is 2.7 mi (5-min drive) from Clinch Park and 2.8 mi (5-min drive) from Clinch Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City offer free breakfast?

Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

No, there is no casino at this resort, but Turtle Creek Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

Free parking is not available at this resort. Self parking is available for USD 19 per day.

Does Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City have a pool?

Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City features 4 indoor pools, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

Does Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine and light fare.

Does Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City to downtown Traverse City?

Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City is 2.1 mi away from Traverse City.

Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 568 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1007 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

AMY, Woodbury

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! The workers are so kind. The hospitality is unmatched.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, onsite dining options stores and staff were great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

So so

Total kid place, like Chuck E Cheese on steroids, lol everything about the great wolf Lodge is about spending money, feels less like a vacation and more like a trip to the arcade, I know that's why families come here, but make it a bit more affordable, include it in the price of the stay, instead of making every little thing an extra charge. Just feels like so much greed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is pretty and clean. It is very kid friendly, which started in the lobby. We enjoyed our stay. The only drawback was upon leaving, they were doing an interactive play in the lobby with a handful of kids, and the person handling the play completely ignored my grandson, so we just went ahead and left.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good place for the kids, water park was good. Food is mediocre and over priced. Going during the week is worth it at 150 a night. 550 a night on the weekend is just rediculous in my opinion, value does not match what you get. You could do a pretty amazing all inclusive tropical resort with a waterpart for that price, maybe a little.more and sometimes a little less. Anyway i wouldnt reccomend it unless its during the week and 3 days is the max i reccomend unless you are doing lots of other activities, all 3 kids were good after 2 days and ready to leave and do something else on day 3, 4 was too much
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

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

Extras and store were very pricey and 15 per vehic

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very fun for our 2 and 5 year old
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Henry

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

8/10 Good

Onnalee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Youssef

Traveled with family
Price gouging for mediocre food and service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

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

6/10 Okay

Nora

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was over $400 for my husband and I that checked in at 11pm. We asked for a 30 minute late checkout and was informed that would be an additional $59 which we declined. And on top of that they charge $15 to park. The room smelled musty. The room was very minimal as far as the bathroom vanity area. For the vost it should be top notch. WAY OVERPRICED!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taryn

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We haven’t left yet, but thought we’d share how things are going. The check-in was smooth. We were able to check in early (for a fee). There is also a parking fee. There are plenty of carts to assist with luggage and coolers and such. There’s plenty of activities available (Magiquest, Build a Bear,waterpark, characters, bowling) and lots of on-site food and beverage options (sit down, ice cream, pizza), a gift store. The staff are all friendly and helpful. The property is slightly starting to show its age, but it’s well maintained. We added a few additional packages and ate, drank, and were merry. We had a ball with our almost 4 year old granddaughter.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and my grandkids loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time during our stay. Every staff member we encountered was super friendly and helpful! Nice dining choices although we did door dash once for a different option and to save a few $$. I let my kids talk mama bear into riding each water slide when I’d only planned on watching them enjoy-I’M SO GLAD I DID! Over all, Fantastic Trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025