Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A beach with rows of white lounge chairs and umbrellas, a calm sea, and a distant shoreline.
A large, multi-story hotel with balconies and a beachside location.
A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant land.
A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled deck.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct

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1773 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Place, Grand Traverse Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- 1st Floor

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- Upper Floor

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds (2 King Beds, 2 Bathrooms, No View)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Beach View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View (Upper Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Beach View (1 King and 1 Queen Bed - Upper Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(76 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View (Upper Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(103 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room (1 King and 1 Queen Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 King Bed - Petite (Non-Beach View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(92 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Multiple Beds (2 king beds, 2 bathrooms, no view)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- 1st Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- Upper Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Room, 1 King- No View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Traverse City

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel places you steps from Lake Michigan and within a 10-minute stroll of Traverse City Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include free daily breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym and Hot tub. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Traverse City hotel include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Grand Traverse Bay.

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grand Traverse Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Front Street - 4 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bayview Inn Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel such as an indoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness centre.

Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Traverse City hotel is smoke free.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel offers 99 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 1 AM
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.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
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 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 21 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Beach Sugar
Sugar Beach
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Traverse City
Sugar Beach Traverse City
Sugar Beach Hotel Traverse City
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Hotel
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Traverse City
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Hotel Traverse City

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

Yep, Sugar Beach Resort Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel on 11 Oct 2026 start from AU$186, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

Yep, Sugar Beach Resort Hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Traverse City Beach. Fun beach activities include parasailing.

Does Sugar Beach Resort Hotel have a pool?

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Sugar Beach Resort Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sugar Beach Resort Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Sugar Beach Resort Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, free on-the-go brekkie is served daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

No, Sugar Beach Resort Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf is a short 1-minute walk away.

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1238 out of 1879 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 432 out of 1879 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1879 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1879 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1879 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay there and the beach was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach with a quiet room and helpful staff. I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was an excellent hotel, clean and the mattress was so comfortable. I would recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice hotel, great beach and a nice pool
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location on the beaches of Grand Traverse Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Really liked our stay here and will be back. Room and breakfast were fine, same as any well known hotel, but walking out right to the beach was great. Great view, chairs/umbrellas, pool/hot tub inside for rainy days. Perfect for family's.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful location with great staff! We really appreciated the breakfast options and the ability to be able to park with ease.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Fit our needs for a two night stay. Location is great. Sand and water are beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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older hotel but kept up, great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was wonderful. Appreciated the breakfast delivered to our room and loved the beach front room!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and tidy. Great view of the bay. Also was quiet for us during our weekday stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay! Big and clean rooms, right on the water. Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Was nice. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean, loved the private beach. Breakfast was ok, liked that it came right to your door, though. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a room right on the beach and it was beautiful, the room the view and the beach were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the delivered breakfast boxes. The beach was awesome. Nice to have other activities like Jet skis, para sailing and paddle boards close by as an option. Very family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very nice.The staff was very nice.The rooms were very clean.Breakfast was amazing.go there.you will enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower and toilet were outdated. The beach was great and staff were very friendly. I stayed in a room facing the water and view was excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean, comfortable room. Great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had so much fun here! Best birthday va
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Th staff was friendly and very helpful. They provide free breakfast at the time you chose. At a very prime location with beautiful lake view rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026