Traverse City is in northern Michigan at the base of Grand Traverse Bay. It is 140 miles north of downtown Grand Rapids and 160 miles southwest of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Traverse City's hotels are located near the bay and also along US 31.
Traverse City is in northern Michigan at the base of Grand Traverse Bay. It is 140 miles north of downtown Grand Rapids and 160 miles southwest of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Traverse City's hotels are located near the bay and also along US 31.
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"Great value. The motel room was clean, comfortable, and quiet, and the beds were comfortable. Breakfast was OK.2019-10-23"
"The motel room smelled so strongly of smoke that I had to call and ask for deodorizer. The TV didn't work, and neither did one of the bedside lamps.2018-02-21"
"I had a pleasant and uneventful motel stay. The price was right, the room was clean, and the staff was extremely friendly. Breakfast was fine. Stay here; you won't be disappointed.2016-12-05"
"Good motel for the price, though the rates jumped on Friday. The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was basic, and there was only powdered creamer for the coffee.2017-10-30"
"The motel was older and had exterior stairs. The bathroom was clean but dated. The employees were courteous and helpful. A good budget property.2017-09-29"
"Nice, dog-friendly motel, but some dog owners didn't clean up after their pets. The room was clean, and the staff was courteous.2016-10-21"
"The hotel room was nice and clean. I was dissatisfied with breakfast; all the food was gone by 8 AM. Get here early if you want a parking space.2022-02-26"
"Great stay. I'll stay at this hotel again.2021-05-24"
"The AC didn't adequately cool the room. Breakfast was a to-go bag of food. Consider other hotels.2020-08-12"
"The room was great, though the noise level was on the high side because of the layout of the hallways and the high ceilings. The hotel employees were beyond exceptional. Ask for a room away from the noisy ice machine.2022-11-06"
"The hotel was clean, the staff was friendly, and breakfast had a good selection of food.2023-05-30"
"I expected more for the price. The hotel room was basic and small, and it smelled like a sewer. When I told the clerk, she offered to spray the vents. The bathroom was small and dated. The whirlpool was out of service. No shuttle service to downtown. I don't recommend staying here.2022-07-05"
"Excellent value. This hotel was perfect for our needs. The room was clean and bright, and the bed and pillows were extremely comfortable. The staff was friendly and accommodating, and the breakfast buffet was appropriate.2020-01-27"
"Nice, clean hotel room, but the furniture was a bit dated. The Internet connection was slow and got worse at night. Nice whirlpool, and breakfast was good.2016-03-15"
"My hotel stay was exactly what I needed. My room was clean and comfortable, and the front desk clerks were helpful and kind. Nice pool, whirlpool, and continental breakfast. Great place for a family.2022-04-06"
"The price was a little high, but well worth it. We were impressed with the hotel and room. More lounging chairs would've been nice, though. Had a shuttle that ran within a 5-mile radius. 2015-09-01"
"An average hotel. The mattress needed to be replaced, and the bathroom needed updating. The night clerk was considerate, but not that friendly.2021-09-28"
"The hotel room was clean and comfortable, and the employees were friendly. Nice pool and whirlpool. Breakfast was good.2019-06-10"
"The hotel was clean, quiet, and odor-free. No fridge, though. The staff was friendly. The cherry festival was within walking distance. You can't go wrong staying here.2019-07-05"
"The hotel was clean. Great housekeeping staff.2019-01-27"
"The hotel was older but well-maintained. This was my 2nd stay; I enjoy the views and excellent location. Friendly personnel, too. I'll stay here next time I visit.2017-10-23"
"The hotel was outdated and run-down. There were holes in the privacy curtain, and pieces of stucco were broken off the wall. The sink was stained. The front desk clerks were helpful. Look elsewhere.2023-05-17"
On place pages like this, we order hotels from lowest cost to highest – except we list low-rated hotels at the bottom of the page.
Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
