Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City

3.5 star property
Family-friendly resort with 3 restaurants and 4 indoor pools

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4 indoor pools, seasonal outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi
Children’s area
Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free rollaway beds, free WiFi
Children’s activities

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Explore the area

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3575 N US Highway 31 S, Traverse City, MI, 49684
  • Place, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Traverse Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Sofa Suite Accessible - Water Park Included

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Wolf Den - Water Park Included

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Whirlpool Fireplace - Water Park Included

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Majestic Bear - Water Park Included

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Loft Fireplace - Water Park Included

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Kid Kamp Suite - Water Park Included

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Kid Cabin Suite - Water Park Included

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Day bed
Hairdryer
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite - Water Park Included

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Traverse City

A family-friendly stay in Traverse City awaits you at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City. You'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Front Street and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Traverse City Visitor Center. Highlights at this resort include 3 restaurants, 4 indoor swimming pools and a free water park. .The family restaurant, Camp Critter Bar & Grille, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The resort's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the free kids' club, lazy river, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool. Other amenities include 2 coffee shops/cafes and free Wi-Fi in public areas. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Traverse City resort, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Clinch Park and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Clinch Park Beach.

What's nearby

  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grand Traverse Mall - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Front Street - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Traverse City Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City

Family-friendly resort with 3 restaurants and 4 indoor pools
As a guest of Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City, you'll find a complimentary water park, 4 indoor swimming pools, a lazy river, and a waterslide. There are 3 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this resort measures 10904 square feet (1013 square metres) and includes conference space. A children's pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the family-friendly Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Traverse City resort.

  • 280 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Conference rooms
  • 10904 sq ft of conference space
  • 1013 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City offers 280 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Traverse City resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 19 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bear Paw Sweets & Eats
  • Buckets
  • Camp Critter Bar & Grille
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • Hungry As A Wolf

Things to do

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Free water park access
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Lazy river
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini golf
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 10,904 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 30 October and 4 November.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self-parking fee: USD 19 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in August.
  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City on 5 Oct 2025 start from AU$252.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

Yep, Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City has a self car park for USD 19 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

The closest beach to Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City is Traverse City Beach (7.3 km).

Does Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City have a pool?

Take your pick from 4 indoor swimming pools, a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a cabana and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from June to August.

Does Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

Is Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and a children's pool, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

No, Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 567 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Wolf Lodge was great. The staff were great. The only negative is that there seems to be really poor Lyft and Uber service around Traverse City.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

S?ep?

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a blast. They had cool quests for the kids . The kids loved the water park. All around we had a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really loved the staff the experience everything was great nothing to complain about
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

youngmee, GURNEE

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Evryone was extremely helpful kind and smiling. Very great time with my kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff. Wish you didn't have to pau for parking in addition to the room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful adventures with all that the Great Wolf Lodge has to offer. One night wasn’t enough to take in all of the activities. We’ll be back again this winter!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great, close to multiple stores and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Wolf did a great job providing entertainment for kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

brooke

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Domitila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! The workers are so kind. The hospitality is unmatched.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, onsite dining options stores and staff were great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

So so

Total kid place, like Chuck E Cheese on steroids, lol everything about the great wolf Lodge is about spending money, feels less like a vacation and more like a trip to the arcade, I know that's why families come here, but make it a bit more affordable, include it in the price of the stay, instead of making every little thing an extra charge. Just feels like so much greed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The customer service here was incredible. All the staff were very friendly and extremely kind and helpful. We had so much fun, it felt magical. Staff helped make our experience so much better by answering all questions and providing answers with much kindness and direction. Only complaint is having to pay for parking, which felt like a complete scam. Then, after having to pay for parking, I was asked to return to my car --which was at the end of the parking lot -- in the rain, with a bad knee, to provide proof of paid parking slip in the car window. Most Great Wolf Lodges do not require you to pay for parking, and this felt over the top, considering the establishment makes it easy to spend money on every other aspect of your stay. Besides this, we had an absolutely incredible, fun, magical, easy-going stay that provided us with the most fond memories !!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is pretty and clean. It is very kid friendly, which started in the lobby. We enjoyed our stay. The only drawback was upon leaving, they were doing an interactive play in the lobby with a handful of kids, and the person handling the play completely ignored my grandson, so we just went ahead and left.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good place for the kids, water park was good. Food is mediocre and over priced. Going during the week is worth it at 150 a night. 550 a night on the weekend is just rediculous in my opinion, value does not match what you get. You could do a pretty amazing all inclusive tropical resort with a waterpart for that price, maybe a little.more and sometimes a little less. Anyway i wouldnt reccomend it unless its during the week and 3 days is the max i reccomend unless you are doing lots of other activities, all 3 kids were good after 2 days and ready to leave and do something else on day 3, 4 was too much
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025