The Baywatch Resort, Traverse City ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1529 Us 31 North, Traverse City, Michigan, United States, MI 49686

The Baywatch Resort is a 4-star Traverse City hotel, family-owned and operated, situated on the picturesque East Grand Traverse Bay, boasting the deepest beach in the area. Notable amenities include a fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and complimentary WiFi throughout the property.

Rooms & Amenities

All guestrooms at The Baywatch Resort include air conditioning, laptop-friendly workspaces, and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms feature private balconies offering breathtaking views of East Grand Traverse Bay, while select options have a separate bubbler spa tub. Families can choose from rooms with two king beds accommodating four guests.

Dining & Local Options

Guests can enjoy free to-go breakfast and nearby dining options such as Smoke and Porter Public House, only 0.5 miles away. Traverse City is known for its vibrant culinary scene and is voted one of the best foodie towns in the country by Bon Appetit Magazine.

Leisure & Attractions

The Baywatch Resort offers recreational opportunities including the ability to take leisurely strolls along the beach or relax in the lobby, complete with a fireplace. Visitors can explore attractions such as the Dennos Museum Center, just 2.5 miles away, and the iconic Sleeping Bear Dunes, famed for its scenic beauty.

Services & Transportation

The hotel provides a 24-hour concierge service and is conveniently located 3 miles from Cherry Capital Airport. Transportation options include nearby bus stops on US 31 and cable car services, making the resort easily accessible for guests and travelers.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Non-View King Accessible

Max:

2 persons

31 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Beach View Balcony Double King

Max:

4 persons

32 m²

Bed options:

2 Queen Size Beds

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Beach View Balcony Petite King

Max:

2 persons

26 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Centre

Traverse City 6.0 km

Airports

Cherry Capital (TVC) 4.9 km

Manistee County-Blacker (MBL) 99.4 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Lovely Beachfront

“The newly renovated beach area was pristine and provided a perfect spot to relax by the water.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“The room was incredibly spacious, featuring a big bathroom and a large TV for a cozy night in.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast boxes delivered to our door each morning were a good and convenient start to our day.” view full review

Awesome View

“The private balcony allowed us to enjoy stunning views over the bay while listening to the soothing sound of the waves.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Private beach
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Water sports

Services

Laundry

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

1529 Us 31 North, Traverse City, Michigan, United States, MI 49686

Map view

1529 Us 31 North, Traverse City, Michigan, United States, MI 49686

City landmarks

1132 US 31 North

Traverse City State Park

1.0 km

Center Rd

Grand Traverse Bay

1.4 km

Park

Traverse City State Park Beach

990 m

781 Industrial Cir Suite 5

Grand Traverse Distillery

3.1 km

Nature reserve

Reffitt Preserve

2.5 km

Park

East Bay Park

3.0 km

Park

Gens Park

3.1 km

Museum

The Dennos Museum Center

3.9 km

Gallery

Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College

3.9 km

1213 E Front St Campus Plaza

Benjamin Twiggs

4.1 km

Stadium

Centre Ice Arena

4.2 km

Park

Bayside Park

4.2 km

Park

Bryant Park Beach

4.5 km

Bryant Park

4.5 km

Traverse City

Front Street

6.1 km

Library

Traverse Area District Library

5.1 km

6852 Center Rd

Pelizzari Natural Area

4.9 km

Lake Michigan Shoreline

5.7 km

Gallery

Michigan Artists Gallery

6.0 km

202 E Grandview Pkwy

Boardman River Boardwalk

6.2 km

3424 Cass Rd

World's Largest Cherry Pie Pan

6.4 km

Gallery

Higher Art Gallery

6.5 km

Museum

Music House Museum

6.8 km

Nearby

1710 U.S. 31

Pirate's Cove Adventure Park

530 m

Restaurants

Red Mesa Grill

100 m

1544 N US Highway 31 N

Bob Evans

820 m

1964 Us 31 N

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

9.3

Service

9.3

Dining

7.7

Frederick

United States, April 2024

8.4/10

My stay at this hotel was absolutely fantastic. The rooms were great, very clean, with comfortable beds and offered a great view. The service was top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff. The location was wonderful, right next to the bay. However, the dining experience was somewhat disappointing with limited options. Overall, a wonderful stay with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

9.0

The room I stayed in was on the 4th floor, a big room with 2 king beds and fantastic views. It was very clean and spacious enough.

Service

9.0

The staff here were very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. It was great to have such a welcoming team during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel was wonderful, right next to the bay. It offered superb views and was beautiful, with an awesome beach close by.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was adequate, but nothing fancy. However, the prices were reasonable for what was offered.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities to make my stay comfortable and enjoyable.

Johnny

United States, October 2023

8.2/10

Staying on the 4th floor of this hotel was a mixed experience. The room was spacious and had 2 king beds with fantastic views of the beach. However, it was quite muggy and damp, and the noise levels were a bit bothersome. The overall cleanliness and modern design were impressive, though.

Rooms

8.0

The room was on the 4th floor and had 2 king beds with fantastic beach views. It was very clean and modern.

Service

9.0

The service was incredibly friendly and helpful. The staff members were knowledgeable about activities and attractions in the area.

Location

9.0

The hotel is right on the beach and offers beautiful views. It is close to the lake and enjoys a refreshing bay breeze.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good overall with a nice room and filling options. However, it lacked fresh fruit and adult cereals. The spare ribs were delicious.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities, including a restaurant for dining options.

Dorothy

United States, August 2023

9.6/10

Staying at this hotel was an absolute delight. The rooms were amazing, clean, and very nicely decorated. The service was exceptional with staff being so friendly and attentive. The location is right on the beach, offering breathtaking colors of the water, and it's also close to many attractions. The dining experience was unexpectedly awesome, offering really delicious options. Overall, a great value for money stay.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were amazing, clean, and very nicely decorated.

Service

10.0

The service was exceptional with staff being so friendly and attentive.

Location

10.0

The location is right on the beach, offering breathtaking colors of the water, and it's also close to many attractions.

Dining

9.0

The dining was unexpectedly awesome with really delicious options.