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Cheap Motels in Traverse City

Seasons Inn Traverse City

Seasons Inn Traverse City

2 out of 5
1582 Us 31 N, Traverse City, MI
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,418 reviews)
Seasons Inn Traverse City
Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI

Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI

2 out of 5
704 Munson Ave, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this motel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

2 out of 5
417 Munson Ave, Traverse City, MI
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City
Crystal Lake Resort

Crystal Lake Resort

2.5 out of 5
498 North Michigan Avenue, Beulah, MI
Stay at this motel in Beulah. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Betsie Valley Trail and Crystal Lake Golf Club are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (425 reviews)
Crystal Lake Resort
Empire Lakeshore Inn

Empire Lakeshore Inn

2.5 out of 5
11730 S. Lacore Rd, Empire, MI
Book a stay at this beach motel in Empire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (936 reviews)
Empire Lakeshore Inn
Grand Traverse Motel

Grand Traverse Motel

2 out of 5
1010 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this motel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (472 reviews)
Grand Traverse Motel
Econo Lodge Traverse City

Econo Lodge Traverse City

2 out of 5
1065 M 37 S, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this motel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Turtle Creek Stadium and Grand Traverse Natural ...
5.4/10 (733 reviews)
Econo Lodge Traverse City
The Sierra Motel

The Sierra Motel

2 out of 5
230 Munson Ave, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this motel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (293 reviews)
The Sierra Motel
Brio Beach Inn

Brio Beach Inn

2.5 out of 5
1465 US-31, Traverse City, MI
Book a stay at this beach motel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (315 reviews)
Brio Beach Inn
Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn

Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn

2.5 out of 5
10962 US Highway 31 S, Williamsburg, MI
Book a stay at this beach motel in Williamsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (504 reviews)
Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn
Coastal Inn

Coastal Inn

2.5 out of 5
475 N Michigan Ave, Beulah, MI
Stay at this motel in Beulah. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (307 reviews)
Coastal Inn
Granada Inn Motel

Granada Inn Motel

2 out of 5
720 N. Cedar St., Kalkaska, MI
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Kalkaska. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Twin Birch Golf Course and Smith ...
5.8/10 (284 reviews)
Granada Inn Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Top Trending Hotels in Traverse City

The Baywatch Resort

The Baywatch Resort

3 out of 5
1529 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,215 reviews)
Another great stay
"One of my favorites in Traverse City. Clean, well kept, friendly staff, great location."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

The Baywatch Resort
Delamar Traverse City

Delamar Traverse City

4 out of 5
615 E Front Street, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,029 reviews)
"The room we reserved was having air conditioning problems so we had to switch rooms mid stay. Levi put us in a very nice room for our second night. It was upgraded and a dream! Great place to stay if you’re in the updated rooms with a full view of the lake. Pricey but nice!"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Delamar Traverse City
Hampton Inn Traverse City

Hampton Inn Traverse City

2.5 out of 5
1000 U S 31 N, Traverse City, MI
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"We had a good time close by everything shopping and good"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Hampton Inn Traverse City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other Cheap Accommodation in Traverse City

Book Last Minute Motel Deals in Traverse City

So, funds are a little tight right now, and you’re looking for a beyond-great deal for cheap motels in Traverse City this weekend. A buy one taco, get three free kind of bargain. One that’s all that and a bag of tortilla chips. And while you can search for the cheapest motel in Traverse City until your fingers go numb (just don’t spill salsa on your keyboard), there are even bigger savings at unreal spots for you to discover.

The s’mores of accommodations

Sure, you can find Traverse City motels aplenty. They’re a dime a dozen, practically. But when you book Hot Rate Deals from Hotwire, you can leave the bargain motels for another time and go for something way sweeter. Because for the same amount of dough, you can get so much more. Like a killer 4-star hotel deal, more. And you can get it for this weekend.

So, polish off that last taco and put away the idea that you can only afford to look for cheap motels in Traverse City for your quick getaway. Booking a spicy hotel with a Hotwire Hot Rate is here to save the weekend. And your wallet.

Put the “fun” in funds

Hotwire Hot Rate hotels allow you to keep the fun going longer for way less scratch. Instead of looking for motels with monthly rates, filter your unreal hotel deal by:

  • Price: Get those low motel prices but with high-end resort vibes by finding a hotel with a super-low Hotwire Hot Rate.

  • Amenities: Been in search of pet friendly motels Traverse City? Find a hotel with all the amenities you’ve been craving, from the strongest Wi-Fi to the most sparkling of pools, and all with your little dog, too.

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Pack away the idea of having to book the cheapest motel in Traverse City and get way more bang for your buck. When you book with Hotwire, you can have the hotel of your dreams and still have enough cash left to re-up on those tacos.

Alternative Accommodations FAQs – Motels

How much does it cost to stay at a motel in Traverse City?

Most people choose to stay in motels to save a couple bucks and bank on a good deal. If you’re looking for cheap motels in Traverse City, why not level up your savings and your spot by booking a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal instead? When you book a Hot Rate, you end up getting way more bang for your buck. You’ll feel like you’re getting surf ‘n’ turf for kids’ menu prices, even when you book at the last minute. Because the longer you wait to book a Hot Rate deal, the bigger the savings get.


What are the best motels to stay in Traverse City?

Even the best Traverse City motels are sure to leave you wanting more. Instead of waking up on the wrong side of regret in a cheap motel, get more than you expected and book a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal. Looking for big-time amenities like sparkling pools, high-end gyms, or primo locations? You won’t get that with any ol’ motel in Traverse City. But when you book a Hot Rate deal, you could get a 4-star hotel for a 2-star price. You’ll be saying, “Motel, who?” as you luxuriate in a fluffy hotel robe. 


What are some cheap motels in Traverse City?

Sure, you can find a handful and a half of cheap motels in Traverse City for your last-minute getaway, but why stop there? You could get so much more on your quick trip to Traverse City with a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal. Yeah, you might luck out at your motel in Traverse City and get some less-scratchy sheets. But why risk it? Save dough and get a top-shelf hotel when you book with a Hotwire Hot Rate. Just pick the area, scope out what you’re looking for (amenities, price, even reviews), and book. You won’t find out the exact name of the spot until after you’ve booked, but expect to really score. 


How can I find weekly rate motels in Traverse City?

If you’re looking to pack it in and stay a while, you deserve a deal. And not just at any motel in Traverse City will do when you could get a big upgrade thanks to Hotwire Hot Rates. Snag the best deal on a hotel that has everything you want for your extended stay and for way less than you thought you’d spend. A win like that deserves a celebration—beyond the best motel vending machine snacks. 


Are there any pet-friendly motels in Traverse City?

If traveling with your four-legged best bud is a must, your stay has to be pet-friendly. And you could search for pet-friendly motels in Traverse City for hours, but there’s a way better option for you and that fur-faced sweetie. Grab life with four paws and get a great deal on an incredible (and pet-friendly) hotel for less bones than you would think. Get out of the doghouse and scratch up a 4-star hotel at a 2-star price—treats all around.