The Baywatch Resort

Beachfront hotel within easy reach of Lake Michigan

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Dates

November 2025

18

December 2025

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

Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, The Baywatch Resort offers a warm welcome with to-go breakfast and a cozy fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy beach towels for your convenience, or stay fit at the gym.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Electric vehicle charging point
Free breakfast
Gym
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

On the beach
Fitness center
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
24-hour business center
Business center
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Computer station
Lobby fireplace
ATM/banking services
Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Laundry facilities
Blackout drapes/curtains
Elevator

R1 734 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 18 - Nov 19

Tomorrow

Nov 19 - Nov 20

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

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Non-View King with Spa

Exceptional

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout curtains

Separate bath and shower

Jetted bath

Hairdryer

31 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Beach View Balcony Petite King

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

26 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Sofa bed

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

32 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Beach View Balcony Double King

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

32 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Beach View Walkout King with Spa

Exceptional

Highlights

Patio

Private indoor hot tub

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout curtains

Separate bath and shower

Jetted bath

32 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Beach View Walkout Petite King

Wonderful

Highlights

Patio

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

26 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa

Exceptional

Highlights

Patio

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Sofa bed

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

32 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Non-View King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Cable channels

31 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Non-View King Accessible

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout curtains

Private bathroom

Shower/bath combination

Hairdryer

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Non-View King with Spa Accessible

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout curtains

Separate bath and shower

Jetted bath

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Pool
Free breakfast
Free parking
Free WiFi

R1 340 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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About the area

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 - 3.7 km
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 13 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

‪Culver's - ‬16 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
‪Bayview Inn Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
‪Smoke And Porter - ‬6 min walk
‪Stone Hound Brewing - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Baywatch Resort

The Baywatch Resort offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Michigan. Guests can enjoy the fitness center, and cross-country skiing and snowboarding are nearby. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 104 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- 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 time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- No cots (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free on-site self-parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Gas grills

Traveling with children

Children's games

What to do

On the beach
Bicycle tour information
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Winery tours nearby

Working away

24-hour business center
Computer station

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels

Facilities

ATM/banking
Picnic area
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness center
Bicycle parking
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Firepit
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Portable shower seat
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

55-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Window screens

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair

Food and drink

Mini-fridge
Microwave

More

LED light bulbs

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

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

Policies

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.

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.

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

Does The Baywatch Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Baywatch Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Baywatch Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Baywatch Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Baywatch Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Baywatch Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Turtle Creek Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Baywatch Resort and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing and snowboarding. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy amenities like a fitness center and a picnic area.

What's the area around The Baywatch Resort like?

The Baywatch Resort is a short 6-minute drive from Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) and 10 minutes' walk from Traverse City Beach. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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The Baywatch Resort Reviews

9,4

Exceptional

9,6

Cleanliness

8,8

Amenities

9,6

Staff & service

9,2

Eco-friendliness

9,6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

The property offers direct beach access, beautiful expansive beaches, and stunning views from the rooms and balconies. (231 reviews)
The hot tubs were a highlight, described as fabulous, wonderful, amazing, and superb by guests. (21 reviews)
The spa tubs in the rooms were a highlight, providing a relaxing experience for many guests. (19 reviews)

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Popular mentions

Room

Service staff

View

Breakfast

Beach

Location

Bed

Balcony

Water

Bay

8/10 Very good

16 November 2025

Clean rooms, friendly staff

Jordan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

15 November 2025

Cleanest hotel I’ve ever been to and a beautiful location!

Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

15 November 2025

THIS PLACE IS AMAZING!!! Clean great staff and great view!!

Carla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

09 November 2025

Room was clean, bed was comfortable and the jet tub was very relaxing

Katherine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

16 November 2025

Clean room, staff was always friendly and greeted you when on site. Location right on the bay with incredible views of sunrise and sunsets.

Matthew, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

17 October 2025

Walk out to the Beach terrace, clean comfortable beds, friendly staff.

Bruce, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

03 November 2025

the room was clean and the staff was very friendly. The view on the bay is amazing.

Allen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

21 October 2025

Room overlooked the beach, and had beach access! It was lovely and idyllic, there were options in the area for food and activity, and the hotel itself was delightful!

Samantha, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

14 October 2025

This is our second visit to this location and loved the view of the bay, the cleanliness of the facility along with a very friendly staff.

Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

06 October 2025

Beautiful location

Chad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10 November 2025

Very pleasant experience

Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

09 November 2025

We enjoyed the variety and health consciousness of the breakfast. Our room ohad a beautiful beach view with a private balcony. It was quiet, relaxing and very enjoyable.

Maritza, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

18 August 2025

Very nice place to stay !

Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

15 November 2025

Breakfast was ok. Did not over look beach too cold

Sandra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

26 October 2025

Beautiful walkout to beach convenient to all Traverse City sites. Clean room nice rainfall shower.

Cindy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

17 November 2025

Yes we faced the beach and the breakfast was fine. thanks

Colleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

18 October 2025

First Visit, but Not the Last

The hotel and room was very clean.

chenita, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

13 September 2025

Excellent place to stay

We had a very nice stay at the Baywatch Resort! I would stay here again for sure! Very clean & had everything we needed.

Vicky, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

05 November 2025

This was the fourth year in a row that we spent the first weekend in November at this property. The room was spotless and very comfortable. The staff was friendly and accommodating. And the view of Grand Traverse Bay was stunning. We’ll be going back and I’ve already recommended it to my friends.

Marcus, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

26 October 2025

Clean, bacony is very nice.

Bill, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

17 October 2025

We have stayed several times. Rooms are always impeccably clean, staff is wonderful and very friendly. Breakfast to go is so convenient, and the beach is stunning. We will be back.

Crista, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

23 October 2025

Fall Getaway

This is our second year stayingvat the Bay Watch Resort. All the staff is very friendly and I our room was nice and clean. We definitely will stay again. Making it 3 years in a row!!!