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The Baywatch Resort

3.0 star property

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Two beach chairs with towels and a hat on one, and a small table with a book and a bottle between them, on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bathtub, and a view of the sea through a large window.
A spacious gym with multiple exercise machines, large windows, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1529 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Non-View King with Spa

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Non-View King with Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Beach View Balcony Petite King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(85 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(266 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view, and a desk with a lamp.

Beach View Balcony Double King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(103 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Beach View Walkout King with Spa

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bathtub, and a view of the sea through a large window.

Beach View Walkout King with Spa

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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View from room

Beach View Walkout Petite King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa | View from room

Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, and a door.

Non-View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(117 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, and a door.

Non-View King Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Non-View King with Spa Accessible | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Non-View King with Spa Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Baywatch Resort

Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as Gas grills and a picnic area.
The Baywatch Resort offers 104 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 55-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

This Traverse City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre.

Children aged under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The Baywatch Resort's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a 24-hour business centre, a computer and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the comfy beds, cleanliness, spaciousness and overall comfort
  • Steps from Lake Michigan and 10 minutes on foot from Traverse City Beach
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. Free breakfast is served daily. A fitness centre, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Baywatch Resort. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Traverse City hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free on-the-go breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

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, 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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

The Baywatch Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1871 out of 2434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 407 out of 2434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 2434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 2434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 2434 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Very clean & nice staff.. peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Loved the Baywatch resort an staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great rooms, staff was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Welcoming staff and clean, attractive rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and clean comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Very clean hotel...will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great property!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, relatively up to date furnishings, breakfast is brought to your room and included. Beautiful views of the beach, nice common spaces to gather. Overall both times I’ve stayed here it has been a fantastic experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent clean room. Balcony room with view of the bay was incredible. Very professional friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good, and delivery made it easy. The property was enjoyable and the view was perfect! Even though it was cold and we didn’t go on the beach, the access was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, comfortable rooms and beautiful view. There have been some great additions to the rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff of Baywatch resort are such accommodating, super friendly whatever you need just amazing staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, professional and room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Oliva

Beautiful beach view!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean . Hot tub was amazing . Staff were nice . The view from our room to the water was nice as well . Definitely would come back !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Very clean and comfortable room. Staff were very helpful. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NICE BREAKFAST DELIVERED TO YOUR ROOM, EXCELENT VIEW OF BAY
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous view of the beach from our balcony. Enjoyed watching the sunrise from the comfort of our room. The hotel was clean, quiet and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very comfortable and clean. Loved the room with coffee and games. Responsive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great View
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Will be back again if affordable (which it is in the winter time)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026