The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in November 2022. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Traverse City. I hope you will like it!
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1 Grand Beach Resort Hotel Traverse City, United States
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Featuring a private beach and indoor pool, the Grand Beach Resort Hotel is a smoke-free property and provides guests with a continental breakfast served daily. The resort is less than 1 km from Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf.
Guest rooms offer beach or courtyard views. They provide WiFi and cable TV with HBO. They are also equipped with refrigerators and coffee makers.
A gym and meeting room are available to guests at the Grand Beach Resort Hotel. A spa is also on site at this hotel.
Traverse City State Park is 1 km away and Music House Museum is 8 km from the hotel. The Grand Traverse Mall is located 9.6 km away.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $71.
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2 Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Traverse City, United States
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Sugar Beach Resort Hotel features a private beach, heated indoor pool and a continental breakfast. The resort is less than 1 KM from Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf.
Guest rooms offer beach or courtyard views. They provide WiFi and cable TV with HBO. They are also equipped with refrigerators and coffee makers.
A gym and meeting room are available to guests at the Sugar Beach Resort Hotel. A hot tub is also on site at this hotel.
Traverse City State Park is 1 km away and Music House Museum is 8 km from the hotel. The Grand Traverse Mall is located 9.6 away.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around $71.
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3 The Beach Haus - Traverse City Traverse City, United States
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Just off the shores of Traverse Bay, this bay-side hotel features a private 200-foot sugar sand beach. Most guest rooms include a patio or balcony overlooking the bay.
A 55-inch flat-screen TV and free WiFi are offered in each room at The Beach Haus Traverse City. Select rooms includes a refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker. Air-conditioning is also provided in every guest room.
Guests can relax on the manicured lawn and private beach or enjoy a meal in the picnic area at Traverse City Beach Haus. A launderette is also available on site.
Central Traverse City is less 4 miles from this lakefront hotel. Chateau Grand Traverse Winery and Turtle Creek Casino are within 15 minutes’ drive from the property.
Guest review score 7.9
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4 Pointes North Beachfront Resort Hotel Traverse City, United States
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Offering a private beach in scenic Traverse City, Pointes North Beachfront Resort Hotel also features a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi. Entertainment on Front Street is 10 minutes' drive away from the hotel.
A balcony with a view of the private beach and Lake Michigan is featured in every room at Pointes North Beachfront Resort. Rooms include a cable TV, sofa bed, and a spa bath for relaxation.
An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including golfing and kayaking. The property offers free parking.
Free continental breakfast is offered each morning to all guests of the hotel. The breakfast features items such as fresh juice and pastries.
The hotel is 1.5 km from Mt. Holiday Ski Area, 4.6 km from Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College, and 10.1 km from Hickory Hills Ski Area.
Guest review score 7.8,
rooms from around $79.
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5 Bayshore Resort Traverse City, United States
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Located on the shores of West Grand Traverse Bay, this beachside resort features and indoor pool and hot tub. A daily continental breakfast is served, and free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property.
A flat-screen cable TV is provided in every room at Bayshore Resort. For convenience, an iron and hairdryer are included. Select rooms feature balconies with lake views.
Guests can relax on the private beach area at Resort Bayshore, or have fun in the on-site games room. The property offers free parking, launderette facilities, and a fitness centre.
The hotel is 1.5 km from Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College, 4.3 km from Hickory Hills Ski Area and 4.5 km from Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City. Cherry Capital Airport is 4 km away.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around $89.
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6 The Baywatch Resort Traverse City, United States
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Set in Traverse City, The Baywatch Resort offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a private beach area. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is situated 10 km from Hickory Hills Ski Area and 29 km from Kresge Auditorium.
Mt Holiday Ski Area is 2.8 km from The Baywatch Resort, while Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College is 3.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cherry Capital Airport, 5 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $71.
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7 Parkshore Resort Traverse City, United States
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Boasting a beachfront location, this Traverse City hotel features an on-site restaurant and outdoor patio with sun chairs. Many rooms offer lake views and balconies. Central Traverse City is 4 miles away.
Free Wi-Fi and cable TV is included in every room at Parkshore Resort. All rooms offer tea and coffee-making facilities and a mini-fridge for added convenience.
Parkshore Resort Lounge is located on site and serves steak and seafood options for dinner. Beer, wine, and cocktails are offered, and there is live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights.
A heated indoor pool and hot tub are available to all guests at Traverse City Parkshore Resort.
Chateau Chantal Winery is 15 miles away from this hotel. Great Lakes Children’s Museum can be reached in 10 minutes’ drive.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $89.
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8 Cherry Tree Inn and Suites Traverse City, United States
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Cherry Tree Inn enjoys a waterfront location on the East Bay with a backdrop of Old Mission Peninsula hills. It offers water sports facilities along with an indoor pool and spa.
The air-conditioned accommodation at the Cherry Tree includes cable TV with a DVD player and video games. Microwaves and fridges are standard in every kitchenette.
Cherry Tree Inn and Suites combines the laid-back resort lifestyle with 4 seasons of outdoor fun. Entertainment options include an exercise and game rooms. There is also a nautical-themed kids playground.
Guests can enjoy wine tasting at the Chateau Grand Traverse, just 2.1 miles away. The Chateau de Leelanau is 12.1 miles from the hotel, while Leelanau Sands Casino lies at a distance of 19.1 miles. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $79.
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9 Grand Traverse Resort and Spa Traverse City, United States
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Situated 1 mile from the shores of Lake Michigan, this sprawling resort boasts 3 golf courses, on-site dining, and a luxurious spa. WiFi access is available.
Cable TV is provided in every room at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. A coffee machine is included, and deluxe rooms feature a spa bath and refrigerator.
Aerie Restaurant & Lounge serves international cuisine with local ingredients for dinner and Sunday brunch. Sweetwater American bistro offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or guests can relax with a cocktail at one of the resort bars.
Tennis courts and an indoor pool are available at Resort and Spa Grand Traverse. A spacious fitness centre is provided for guest use, as well as various gift shops. The property offers on-site parking.
Central Traverse City is just 9 miles away. Cherry Capital Airport can be reached in 14 minutes’ drive. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 6.7
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10 Pinestead Reef Resort Traverse City, United States
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Boasting 700 feet of private beach along Lake Michigan in Traverse City, these apartments are equipped with a full kitchen. Access to a sauna and hot tub are provided as part of this resort.
Free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen cable TV are offered in every apartment at Pinestead Reef Resort. Guests can enjoy lake views from the balcony or a movie on the included DVD player.
A fitness centre is available at Traverse City Pinestead Reef Resort. BBQ facilities are provided on site, along with a games room and launderette facilities.
Cherry Capital Airport is 3 km away. Hiking and nature trails in Traverse City State Park are across the street. The property offers free parking.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around $99.
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11 The Beach Condo Unit 104 Traverse City, United States
Aparthotel. Boasting a seasonal outdoor pool, The Beach Condo Unit 104 in Traverse City offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A balcony with lake views is offered in all units. The aparthotel has a terrace, along with a private beach area. Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College is 4.7 km from The Beach Condo Unit 104, while Kresge Auditorium is 30 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cherry Capital Airport, 3 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 10.0
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12 Brio Beach Inn Traverse City, United States
Inn. Situated in Traverse City, Brio Beach Inn offers beachfront accommodation 2.9 km from Mt Holiday Ski Area and features barbecue facilities and a beachfront patio. The property is set 10 km from Hickory Hills Recreation Area and 29 km from Kresge Auditorium. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.7 km from Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College. All rooms include a kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator and Keurig® coffee makers. Each private bathroom includes a hair dryer and bath amenities. Rooms at Brio Beach Inn also feature free WiFi, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Guests at Brio Beach Inn can enjoy a continental breakfast. The nearest airport is Cherry Capital Airport, 5 km from the inn. Guest review score 8.2
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13 Beach Room 328 Traverse City, United States
Holiday home. Beach Room 328 is a beachfront property set in Traverse City, 4.7 km from Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College and 30 km from Kresge Auditorium. This holiday home is 11 km from Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City and 35 km from Mission Point Lighthouse. This air-conditioned holiday home comes with a seating area, a kitchen with a fridge, and a cable TV. A casino is available on site and skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home. Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History is 41 km from Beach Room 328, while Clinch Park is 7.5 km away. The nearest airport is Cherry Capital Airport, 3 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $156.
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14 Beach Room 214 Traverse City, United States
Holiday home. Beach Room 214 is a beachfront property located in Traverse City, 4.7 km from Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College and 30 km from Kresge Auditorium. This holiday home is 11 km from Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City and 35 km from Mission Point Lighthouse. This air-conditioned holiday home comes with a seating area, a kitchen with a fridge, and a cable TV. A casino is available on site and skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home. Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History is 41 km from Beach Room 214, while Clinch Park is 7.5 km away. The nearest airport is Cherry Capital Airport, 3 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $156.
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15 Beach Room 325 Traverse City, United States
Holiday home. Beach Room 325 is a beachfront property set in Traverse City, 4.7 km from Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College and 30 km from Kresge Auditorium. This holiday home is 41 km from Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and 7. 5 km from Clinch Park. This air-conditioned holiday home comes with a seating area, a kitchen with a fridge, and a cable TV. A casino is available on site and skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home. Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City is 11 km from Beach Room 325, while Mission Point Lighthouse is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Cherry Capital Airport, 3 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around $156.
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16 Beach Room 218 Traverse City, United States
Holiday home. Beach Room 218 is a beachfront property situated in Traverse City, 4.7 km from Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College and 30 km from Kresge Auditorium. This holiday home is 11 km from Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City and 35 km from Mission Point Lighthouse. This air-conditioned holiday home comes with a seating area, a kitchen with a fridge, and a cable TV. A casino is available on site and skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home. Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History is 41 km from Beach Room 218, while Clinch Park is 7.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cherry Capital Airport, 3 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $156.
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17 Classy Home with Billiards Table and Countryside View! Traverse City, United States
Holiday home. Set in Traverse City, just 12 km from Kresge Auditorium, Classy Home with Billiards Table and Countryside View! offers beachfront accommodation with free WiFi. This holiday home is 15 km from Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College and 41 km from Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and 4 bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. A flat-screen TV with cable channels and a game console are offered. Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City is 8.1 km from the holiday home, while Clinch Park is 12 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cherry Capital Airport, 11 km from Classy Home with Billiards Table and Countryside View!. Guest review score 9.0
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18 Secluded Bass Lake Cabin, 9 Mi to Traverse City! Traverse City, United States
Holiday home. Secluded Bass Lake Cabin, 9 Mi to Traverse City! is a beachfront property located in Traverse City, 14 km from Kresge Auditorium and 18 km from Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College. The property features lake views and is 44 km from Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and 12 km from Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City. The 3-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with fridge and oven, and 1 bathroom with free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. Clinch Park is 15 km from the holiday home, while Mission Point Lighthouse is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Cherry Capital Airport, 15 km from Secluded Bass Lake Cabin, 9 Mi to Traverse City!. Guest review score 8.2
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