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Stafford's Bay View Inn

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Exterior
Property grounds
Outdoor wedding area
Garden
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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2011 Woodland Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770
  • Place, Bear River Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Petoskey State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Trillium Queen Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 42 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Primrose Queen

Primrose Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Primrose King

Primrose King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Petoskey

At Stafford's Bay View Inn you'll be steps from Lake Michigan and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Little Traverse History Museum. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This beach hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and free use of bicycles. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Bay View hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Bear River and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Bear River Park.

What's nearby

  • Bear River Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Little Traverse History Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Bear River - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Petoskey State Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Back Lot - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Stafford's Bay View Inn

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Stafford's Bay View Inn. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Petoskey hotel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Stafford's Bay View Inn offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and a hairdryer. This Petoskey hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 13 to 20 per person

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Stafford's Bay View Inn Petoskey
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Stafford's Bay View
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Stafford's Bay View Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

As of 16 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stafford's Bay View Inn on 7 Jan 2026 start from AU$232.48, 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 Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Yep, Stafford's Bay View Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Stafford's Bay View Inn?

The closest beach to Stafford's Bay View Inn is Harbor Springs Beach (5.4 km).

Does Stafford's Bay View Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

No, Stafford's Bay View Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Stafford's Bay View Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 506 out of 669 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 669 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 669 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 669 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 669 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff. Includes everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do not get sucked into having brunch there. They fail to tell you how much it costs. It is not worth the price. $90 for 2 coffees and 2 brunch. $90 for breakfast?!?!?! Never again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Sandy

Historical building well cared for great service good food quiet stay perfect for the recharge of weekend events
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Klaudia

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

Elegant and historic

Lovely hotel, with Adirondack chairs outside and view of the bay. Short walk to GREAT sunset view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie, OKEMOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A classic historic inn perfect for relaxing and enjoying Petoskey.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corisna, Detroit

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely enjoyed our stay! From when you have entered the attention to detail is exquisite! Staff was welcoming and they made us feel special. Every day from 4-5 they have a cocktail hour, which you get to socialize with the other guests. We enjoyed a breakfast the one morning and the food perfect. Our room was perfect and we received 2 cookies daily, which made our stay even more special. Cookies and coffee! I would definitely book another stay at this property. Thank you so much for making our stay feel perfect!
Sunset at property
Breakfast at their restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, parking, elegant
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHERYL, HOWELL

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waitress Romanian Rita was amazing. The landscape and grounds were beautiful with flowers in bloom. The library lounge was convenient for playing cards or catching up on the football games.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My sister and I were there for 3 nights in mid August . We especially enjoyed the 4-5 o’clock happy hour with a free cocktail and either yummy cookies or cheese and crackers. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our stay! Elevator is tiny and old, pack light. Lovely porch & view.Comfortable beds. Helpful friendly staff. Breakfast was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. It is near the lake with a rocky beach from which I saw the sunset. The porch and dining room have views of the beautiful garden flowers and the lake. I loved the blue/white room with an alcove that we had. The place has a lot of charm! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere is fantastic! The service amazing !!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Charming setting but needs updating.

Hotel was quaint but definitely worn out (rugs, elevator, etc.) Staff was very friendly. Room was clean and quiet (except when it was raining -very noisy)! Dinner was average quality. Grounds were nice. I realize we were there in high season but very overpriced for what we experienced. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley

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

5th time guest here

This was our 5th stay at Staffords Bayview!!! Friendly and comfortable atmosphere, - with delicious food options and social hour. Planning our 6th trip possibly for the fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic old Inn beautifully updated with excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Francoise

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No hot water. And it was loud.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025