3-star Traverse City hotel steps from Lake Michigan
Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as gas grills and a picnic area.
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.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. A 24-hour business center is on site at this 3-star property. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. This beach hotel also offers a fitness center, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.
The Baywatch Resort is a smoke-free property.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Property amenities
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
Family friendly
Children's games
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Business services
24-hour business center
Computer station
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Firepit
On the beach
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
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
More
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch LED TV with cable channels
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
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
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
We should mention
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
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
The Baywatch Resort Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Room was very clean the bed comfortable. We had a room facing the water, it was amazing. Loved the location, they hotel was so clean. We had the end room on the first floor thought it would be noisy, it was very quiet, didnt hear people coming or going. everything about the stay was great
This was a stopover on a journey further north. The only complaint that we had was we were in the outer building and it was a bit noisy. Other than that, everything was great.
We loved the proximity to the beach and the live music was great! A more traditional continental style breakfast would be better than the breakfast offered.
Great location on the water with a nice clean beach. Close to Acme and downtown TC. One has to drive for shopping and most restsurants or taverns.
John
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Gabrielle
Traveled with family
Jun 23, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Probably won’t stay again
I don’t think we’ll return. The dirty sock in the dust pile in the closet wasn’t terrible, but the stains all over the bed sheets were disgusting. I will give credit to new sheets that were brought within the hour after calling however, changing hotel bed sheets usually isn’t something we’re coming to do. Kind of a strange vibe. Hotel was updated. Beach was great.