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The Baywatch Resort

3.0 star property

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Lobby
Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1529 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Traverse City State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Traverse City Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Front Street
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Non-View King Accessible | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Non-View King Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Lake view

Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Non-View King with Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Non-View King | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Non-View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(100 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Lake view

Beach View Balcony Petite King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach View Balcony Double King | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Beach View Balcony Double King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(80 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(197 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Non-View King with Spa Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach View Walkout King with Spa | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Beach View Walkout King with Spa

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

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Beach View Walkout Petite King | Lake view

Beach View Walkout Petite King

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

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About this property

The Baywatch Resort

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.

Languages

English

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

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1685 out of 2206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 386 out of 2206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 2206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 2206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 2206 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hillary

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Afton

Traveled with partner
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views! Kind of liked the continental boxed breakfast delivered to the room, however wish there were more options for drinks, such as a bottle of water instead of OJ.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amrutha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes! Here's a slightly refined version for better flow: My partner and I had an amazing stay! The room and view were fantastic. We booked a balcony room, but the weather was too cold and windy....Still, we enjoyed the view from indoors. The breakfast was good, though I expected more options. Overall, the stay was wonderful, and I’d give the room and property a 10/10!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

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

10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean - great beds- staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

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

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very quiet and the balcony view, which was the reason I booked the room, was exactly what I wanted. Thank you for a pleasant getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

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

Great stay!

Very clean and front desk (Isabella) was very personable and met our every request!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Brooklyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, safe & friendly staff. The Bayfront was beautiful and room just what we needed. What a nice surprise to have breakfast delivered to our door in the morning! This property is very well taken care of and check-in was quick & accurate. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula H

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We travel to Traverse City a couple of times a year. We always stay at the Baywatch. It's easy to check in. It's clean and comfortable. They will deliver a small breakfast to the room. It has nice views of the bay. We will continue to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hysen

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Icy conditions in winter. Could have been cleared better. Wet floors from people walking in snow
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Lawton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and wonderful staff!! Coffee always available which is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Pleasant and friendly staff. Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to move hotels mid stay and this place was very accommodating , the staff was nice and it was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cristy

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

Looking forward to staying again!

Our stay at the Baywatch Resort was fantastic. The rooms were spotless clean. The staff were warm and welcoming. The jetted tubs were also superb. We have never been more relaxed in a hotel. We've decided that when we have extended business in Traverse City we'll be going to the Baywatch. Looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Weekend in Traverse City

Hotel was clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and attentive. Great price for a room on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025