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Grand Traverse Motel

2.0 star property
Bayside motel in Traverse City with free breakfast

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Upper Floor)
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Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Upper Floor)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Upper Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Upper Floor) | Bathroom

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Upper Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upper Floor)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upper Floor)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Ground Floor)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Ground Floor)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Ground Floor)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ground Floor)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ground Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Ground Floor)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Ground Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Traverse City, Grand Traverse Motel is near the airport and near the beach. Clinch Park and Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grand Traverse Bay and Clinch Park Beach. Front Street and Traverse City Visitor Center are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Map
1010 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI, 49686

What's nearby

  • Front Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Clinch Park Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Traverse City Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 5 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Filling Station - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Little Fleet - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Grand Traverse Motel

Motel near Front Street
Located close to Clinch Park Beach and Clinch Park, Grand Traverse Motel provides free continental breakfast. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Grand Traverse Motel boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 49-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 45 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 45 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Grand Traverse
Grand Traverse Motel Motel
Grand Traverse Motel Traverse City
Grand Traverse Motel Motel Traverse City

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand Traverse Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 45 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Traverse Motel?

As of 18 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Traverse Motel on 3 Sept 2025 start from AU$170.48, 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.

How much is parking at Grand Traverse Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grand Traverse Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Grand Traverse Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Grand Traverse Motel located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Front Street, Grand Traverse Bay and Clinch Park Beach. Clinch Park and Traverse City Visitor Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Grand Traverse Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 509 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 509 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 509 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 509 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 509 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff was friendly helpful place was very clean easy to get t beds were comfortable it was quaint
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A quaint old-school motel. Nothing fancy, just a clean room and a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a small place, but on main drag. Plenty of places close to eat and mini golf close by to enjoy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my experience. Every thing was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around a nice place updated and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Even had a full size refrigerator. We walked to downtown even though it was a hike.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice outdoor grassy area with tables and games.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Floor was damp but place was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very amazing place. Would highly recommend if you want the traditional motel vibe. We love it, and would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Roxanne

Very friendly staff. Did not like that there was no way to darken the room at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice room. Clean and comfortable. This is an older motel, but very well maintained by a staff that obviously cares. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else in TVC.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, motel, close to Ludington, easy drive to the lake. Televisions are very small and access to channels that loaded very slowly,was difficult. Property was clean, could have enjoyed a seating area somewhere outside of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The young ladies that manage the property do a wonderful job. It’s very clean. The only problem is the lights that shine into the room are a bit too bright at night
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and clean. Thought price was too high until I checked on other places!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rosie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needs new mattress. Very lumpy and too soft.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff went over and above what was anticipated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well kept and clean. The staff was courteous and prompt. And, the sign out front stated that imaginary friends stay free. That was a relief because we each have one.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was small so I was worried ! Everything was wonderful! I will come here again over the larger mitels.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dapple

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an issue with the room that the staff and owner did not address.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Olga

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No hot water. Owner promised to refund half of charge for the room for this MAJOR INCONVENIENCE and never followed through. Poor lighting. Dirty carpeting in room. Very disappointed. Room felt dingy and dark.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No hot water. The deadbolt didn't work. TV did work well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Mediocre

Stayed 2 nights. The room smelled musty, probably from the carpet. The bed was okay, but tlit was like the memory foam topper was covering a bad mattress.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, nice check in staff, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024