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Gold Coast Inn - At the Bay in Traverse City

2.0 star property

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A covered balcony with a view of a lake and a parking area.
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A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A room with a large window overlooking a body of water, a wooden bookshelf, and a white wall.
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a bedside lamp, a window with curtains, a view of greenery, and a kitchenette with cabinets and a coffee maker.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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4612 US-31, Traverse City, MI, 23117
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mt. Holiday Ski Area
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV on the wall.

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a view of greenery outside.

Deluxe Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bedside table, and a window with a view of trees.

Family Suite

  • Garden view
  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Deluxe Studio

  • Bay view
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Gold Coast Inn - At the Bay in Traverse City

Coffee/tea in a common area, a business centre and a communal living room are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Gold Coast Inn - At the Bay in Traverse City offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)).

During your stay at Gold Coast Inn - At the Bay in Traverse City, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a business centre.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a business centre, a car charging station and a lift
  • Steps from Lake Michigan and 11 minutes on foot from Traverse City Beach
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre on site. The business-friendly Gold Coast Inn - At the Bay in Traverse City also features coffee/tea in common area, a communal living room, and a lift. Self parking is free.

This Traverse City hotel is smoke free.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and smart lock details. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Gold Coast Inn - At the Bay in Traverse City Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 136 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hop

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The room was perfect! Very clean with a comfy couch.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chanapa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I had a wonderful stay, and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, well stocked, comfortable beds, enjoyed outdoor seating
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great hotel!

This hotel was extremely clean and comfortable. The virtual check-in was super easy & convenient. Great choice for staying in Traverse City.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank

Room was nice spacious… no help or workers around…chair in room needed cleaning
Dirty
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We have been going to this hotel for 20 years even before the new owners. Love the view and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very cute! Clean and safe location! Will definitely be coming back! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome stay thank you very much
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
I am a returning customer and this is a very nice hotel. Clean and smells good. Comfortable bedding and big shower. Nice out door seating areas and great view of the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kevin r

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice hotel, easy access.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great place

It was very clean and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

outdoorsyish

Clean and well kept. It had such a great vibe. I appreciated all of the outdoor seating!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great experience overall. The issues we had were addressed quickly . Convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
great central location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Charming and pet friednly!

Had a great stay. We had a pup and it was very accomodating for us and her. We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great room. Clean. Easy check in. Very nice for the price. Will definitely stay here again !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean! Motel was reasonably priced and had everything we needed for a fishing trip. Management was very quick to respond to questions. Bed was comfortable. Only complaint - remembering codes (no key/key card)!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jaroslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New, modern ….Amazing Stay !!! We had such wonderful time in there. Property Management was very responsive. One of our Best stays !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great clean safe hotel (staying by myselft, I felt safe) The only addition would have been nightstands on both sides of the bed. I recently dislocated my shoulder so It was hard for me to have axcess . Other than that... great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025