The Baywatch Resort

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Beach View Walkout King with Spa | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast 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

Non-View King with Spa

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

Beach View Balcony Petite King

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

Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa

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

Beach View Balcony Double King

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

Beach View Walkout King with Spa

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

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

Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa

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

Non-View King

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

Non-View King Accessible

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

Non-View King with Spa Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • 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, overall comfort, spaciousness and cleanliness
  • 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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. 1904 out of 2478 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 417 out of 2478 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 2478 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 2478 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 2478 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed. Keurig coffee maker in room. Refrigerator and microwave. Bayside view. Nice spa tub in room. To go breakfast. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, spacious clean room. Goos parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

becky

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maria Monserrat Guerrero

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, nice efficient staff, pre-ordered box breakfast choices are good way to handle the breakfast thing. It’s at your door when you wake up.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Having area rug is huge!!! Thanks. Staff fun and accommodating especially pm fd.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well taken care of and was very clean. The staff were super courteous at all times! Can’t beat the price!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jodine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly, efficient staff. Clean, spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were friendly and informative. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Staff was amazing. Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026