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The Sylvan Inn

3.0 star property

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A covered porch with wicker furniture and potted plants.
A two-story house with a porch, a central entrance, and a mailbox.
A well-maintained lawn with a pathway leading to a house.
A cozy room with two windows, a table with a vase of flowers, and a chair.
A cozy room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a rocking chair.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$344
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July

Explore the area

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6680 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636
  • Place, Crystal River
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Glen Lake
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor

A room with a purple sofa, a white table, a bed with floral bedding, a lamp, a framed picture, and a dresser.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A bedroom with a quilted bedspread, a floral-patterned carpet, a patterned ceiling, and wall-mounted decorative plates.

Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

A bed with a red patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a telephone, and a mirror above the bed.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

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

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

A bedroom with a floral bedspread, a wooden nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Honeymoon Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A bedroom with a floral-patterned bedspread, a metal bed frame, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

View all photos for Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a lamp, and a floor lamp.

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

A cozy room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a rocking chair.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a curtain.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden ladder, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

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

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor

A neatly made bed with a red patterned bedspread, two framed pictures on the wall above, and two bedside tables with lamps and storage boxes labeled 'GALLERY' and 'THEATRE'.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Glen Arbor

At The Sylvan Inn you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Lake Michigan and within 15 minutes of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown Glen Arbor B&B include Crystal River and Glen Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Crystal River - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • beach near Downtown Glen Arbor - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Glen Lake - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 45 min drive - 61.4 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blu - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪River Club Glen Arbor - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Sylvan Inn

Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Sylvan Inn also features a terrace and a garden. Self parking is free.
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1855
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
The Sylvan Inn offers 14 accommodations with a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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includes taxes & fees
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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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 1855

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Sylvan Glen Arbor
Sylvan Inn
Sylvan Inn Glen Arbor
The Sylvan Hotel Glen Arbor
The Sylvan Inn Bed & Breakfast Michigan/Glen Arbor
The Sylvan Inn Bed And Breakfast
The Sylvan Inn Glen Arbor
The Sylvan Inn Bed & breakfast
The Sylvan Inn Bed & breakfast Glen Arbor

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Sylvan Inn?

Yep, The Sylvan Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sylvan Inn?

As of 4 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sylvan Inn on 6 July 2026 start from AU$344, 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.

Does The Sylvan Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sylvan Inn?

No, The Sylvan Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sylvan Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Sylvan Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Sylvan Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 317 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 317 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 317 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 317 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 317 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean, breakfast excellent, staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful old place to stay. Breakfast is fresh, hand made and delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, friendly staff, comfy beds and hot shoppers. Nice place to stay after our exploring today. I would definately stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Stay!! Highly recommend!!

Lovely and charming B&B! Perfect location, the hospitality and food were wonderful!! We will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed fvery much, great breakfast, nice host
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

The staff was friendly and very helpful.The inn is quite charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very good. Once we figured out the heat system it was great. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect!

Lovely historic bnb perfectly located in downtown Glen Arbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is always such a treat to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful relaxing stay. Breakfast was fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at the Sylvan Inn. The rooms were sweet and clean. Breakfast was great. Loved hearing the history of the property. Would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfasts were very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place and had a wonderful stay! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean and peaceful place to stay and relax. Service was very attentive and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Great location near Sleeping Bear Dunes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely innkeepers and beautiful property. Breakfast was delicious. Looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and very nice staff. Loved the convenience to the rest of the town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Morning pancakes were delicious!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The innkeeper was attentive and the inn is centrally located, so it was easy to walk Glen Arbor and enjoy the area. This is a quaint older inn with grace and charm. The wrap-around porch was perfect for morning coffee and a great quiet cozy place to read a book, even when it was raining. Overall, a wonderful respite from our busy life.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the old style and access to the shore.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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