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
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 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
You can look forward to free on-the-go breakfast, a firepit and laundry facilities at The Baywatch Resort. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sunloungers. 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, ATM/banking services and a computer station
Beach towels, smoke-free property and barbecues
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 such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
55-inch LED TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and mini fridges
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
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is The Baywatch Resort located?
Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City hotel is just steps away 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
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 1681 out of 2201 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 386 out of 2201 reviews
8 - Good
386
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 2201 reviews
6 - Okay
87
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 2201 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 2201 reviews
2 - Terrible
21
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
Hotel was clean and staff was friendly.
Jatin
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Nice room, beach right outside of hotel, nice staff. I'd stay here again
Cory
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10
Comfortable bed and nice that the beach was right there, and towels were provided.
JoAnn
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
The hotel is perfect!
Shiqing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10
Great spot for a reasonably priced stay.
Kristina
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
I’ve stayed here many times and will continue to go back!
Kristi
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Clean and friendly staff close to everything
Mike
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Very nice place.
Carlos
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
It is a lovely resort with fabulous staff.
patricia
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
We had a great stay. The staff was amazing, the room was immaculate, and the Saturday morning yoga was awesome!
Heather
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Great stay. Great staff.
Jeanelyn
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Great stay with great staff!!
Michelle
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
Nice place
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
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!
Jeffery
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Great place to use for day tripping
John
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Clean and comfortable. Great views and friendly staff. Beach is clean and great
Nicole
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
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.
Daniel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
We enjoyed our balcony, the views were beautiful!
Kathy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Great hotel on beautiful Lake Michigan. The beach is clean with nice chairs. We loved our beach view with the little patio.
Lisa
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Great hotel! Clean room, friendly staff and the tub in the room was fantastic
Jacob
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Clean clean clean, great shower, nice private deck overlooking the beach
Patrick
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Loved being right on the bay with beautiful views and plenty of beach chairs to sit on the sand.
Michelle
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Clean, convenient and wonderful staff
Kim
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Awesome views, very clean, staff was very friendly! Would definitely stay here again.