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The Baywatch Resort

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a fitness centre

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Exterior
Beach View Walkout King with Spa
Front of property
Exterior
Fitness facility

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1529 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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

Non-View King with Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Beach View Balcony Petite King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa

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

Beach View Balcony King with Sleeper Sofa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(241 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Beach View Balcony Double King

Beach View Balcony Double King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(89 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Beach View Walkout King with Spa

Beach View Walkout King with Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Beach View Walkout Petite King

View from room

Beach View Walkout Petite King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa | View from room

Beach View Walkout King with Sleeper Sofa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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

Non-View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(111 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Non-View King Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Non-View King with Spa Accessible

Non-View King with Spa Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Traverse City

At The Baywatch Resort you'll be within steps of Lake Michigan and Traverse City State Park. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include free daily breakfast, free self-parking and a 24-hour business centre. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free on-the-go breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a short walk of this 3-property class Traverse City hotel include Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and within a 15-minute walk you'll find Traverse City Beach.

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

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 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
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Baywatch Resort

Beachfront hotel with a fitness centre
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. Free breakfast is served daily. A fitness centre, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Baywatch Resort. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Traverse City hotel is smoke free.

  • 104 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Baywatch Resort offers 104 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 55-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

This Traverse City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, cash, mobile payments and Apple Pay. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Baywatch Resort?

The Baywatch Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Baywatch Resort?

Yep, The Baywatch Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Baywatch Resort?

Yep, The Baywatch Resort is a short 10-minute walk from Traverse City Beach.

Does The Baywatch Resort serve breakfast?

Sure does, free on-the-go breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Baywatch Resort?

No, The Baywatch Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Baywatch Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Baywatch Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Baywatch Resort?

There isn't one on site, but Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf is a short 3-minute walk away.

The Baywatch Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1876 out of 2456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 426 out of 2456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 2456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 2456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 2456 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is directly on the beach with lots of beach chairs & towels available. Parking is free & easy. Staff was wonderful. The balconies were great! I couldn’t have asked for more. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought the road was too busy. Not much to walk to. For what you charge for the room. Breakfast was horrible. By far the worse I had at a hotel. There was a light bulb missing in the bathroom. Towels were rough. Room was clean. Loved the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

I highly recommend this hotel!

This hotel was exceptional with the possible exception of no breakfast on site. The beach was very well kept with awesome views. The beach view balcony room was very nice. Bed and pillows very comfortable. Facilities newer and customer service, led by Michael and crew at front desk were the best. I highly recommend the place!!’
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a quality hotel with a friendly, helpful staff, this is the place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

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

Business trip

The staff is great, so friendly and helpful. If you have an issue, they are on it. It was the first time I felt the room wasn’t as clean as usual but overall it’s a nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff, great location. Affordable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice! The staff was friendly and timely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I accidentally left a small backpack in my room and the staff bent over backwards to contact me to arrange for me to pick it up.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hideki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and follows by text.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Maurice

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Loud banging pipes.staff not helpful. Keys stopped working at 9am on checkout day. Tried to provide feedback never received return call.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing! Anything we asked for: coffee, towels, coffee maker, etc... we received immediately. Baywatch was on the beach and every room faced the beach. The facility was clean. The only thing that was slightly negative, no onsite eating options. There was 1 vending machine that had snacks and drinks and 24hr coffee options.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stafff! Great views of the bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kimari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beach area
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

8/10 Good

Brenda, Casper

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

janyce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean---comfortable beds--friendly staff--beautiful water views and clean beach. convenient to restaurants, shopping and airport,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just stayed one night. It’s a beautiful property right on the lake. Staff is awesome. My husband is a veteran and they thanked him for his service. We were given a menu for breakfast to choose from and it was delivered in the morning at the time we requested. We will definitely stay here again if we’re in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beautiful beach and my swim!!! Opened the window and fell asleep to the sound of waves!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Clean Comfy Stay

Overall clean quiet stay. The beach is your pool, continental boxed breakfast is chosen and delivered to your room (no waffles etc) very clean rooms and comfortable beds. Restaurants nearby, boat rental nearby. 10 minute drive to downtown TC. The beach area has chairs provided and is very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025