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The Baywatch Resort

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a fitness center

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Exterior
Lobby
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

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Non-View King Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 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)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Non-View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(98 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Lake view

Beach View Balcony Petite King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Beach View Balcony Double King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(79 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(195 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Beach View Walkout King with Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Lake view

Beach View Walkout Petite King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
1529 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686

What's nearby

  • Traverse City State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Front Street - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Centre Ice Arena - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Smoke and Porter Public House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bayview Inn Restaurant Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Baywatch Resort

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Traverse City Beach is located near The Baywatch Resort, which provides free to-go breakfast, a firepit, and laundry facilities. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an outdoor entertainment area and a gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, bicycle tour information, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 104 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and mini fridges

Languages

English

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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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Baywatch Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Baywatch Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Baywatch Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Baywatch Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Baywatch Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City hotel is just steps from Traverse City State Park and Lake Michigan. Traverse City Beach and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also within 15 minutes.

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The Baywatch Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1682 out of 2202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 385 out of 2202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 2202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 2202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 2202 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

10/10 Excellent

Shiqing

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for a reasonably priced stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here many times and will continue to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a lovely resort with fabulous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. The staff was amazing, the room was immaculate, and the Saturday morning yoga was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with great staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great property! We would definitely stay here again. It was right on the beach and you could enjoy the sunset over the lake/bay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to use for day tripping
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great comfortable beds, convenient to points of interest, friendly and helpful staff. The balcony over the lake gives stunning views and walk right out to the beach is so convenient. Highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean clean clean, great shower, nice private deck overlooking the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Clean room, friendly staff and the tub in the room was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved being right on the bay with beautiful views and plenty of beach chairs to sit on the sand.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location! Beautiful rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome views, very clean, staff was very friendly! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Baywatch is a comfortable place with beautiful scenery of the East Bay. The staff is friendly and accommodating. We would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay, peaceful sleep hearing the waves at night
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

This was right on the beach and close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, breakfast delivered to room, view of bay. Easy access to area with many activities for all family members.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Very clean. Staff were helpful. Beach area was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the beachfront aspect of the property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
everything was real nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025