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Grand Traverse Motel

2.0 star property
Bayside motel in Traverse City with free parking

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The Grand Traverse Motel sits just steps from Clinch Park Beach, offering a practical and comfortable base for exploring. Guests connect easily with free in-room WiFi, while the thoughtful luggage storage service gives visitors more flexibility with their travel schedule.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ground Floor)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Upper Floor)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Upper Floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upper Floor)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upper Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 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 Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Upper Floor)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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About the area

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 Area District Library - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Clinch Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Traverse City Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Filling Station Microbrewery - ‬19 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 has plenty to offer. 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

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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

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 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Traverse Motel on 21 Nov 2025 start from AU$152.52, 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?

Located in Oak Park, 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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Reviews

Grand Traverse Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 302 out of 556 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 556 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 556 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 556 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 556 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Letitia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and staff was very helpful. It is a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for the price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A well maintained and affordable motel near the center of the city. Very convenient and we would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well worth the money, especially compared to other more expensive properties. Very friendly staff with great local suggestions.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No frills, but the best value for the dollar in Traverse City.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was smooth & Jacki (?) was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy and convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel. Clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
this motel was clean, quiet and easy to get in and out, parking could be better. but would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes it's an old Motel, but they really tried hard updating, and we especially appreciated the high end linens and towels! It's clean and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant older motel. Nice to interact with other guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple amenities for a trip spent mostly doing things away from the motel. Didn’t pay for things we were not going to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Excellent Local Place

Great Local Motel. Clean, friendly, easy, rooms are clean and have a big fridge. Staff was nice and location is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would say the only thing that I didn't like was the parking lot.. everyone was super friendly and helpful! Great place... Will be back again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Outdated ("retro"?) facility but comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We had a wonderful time at this cute little motel. Walking distance to downtown and beach. The staff was very friendly and the owner was also on the property and very friendly. I would book again.
This place screams welcome!
Stayed 1 night 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

Rodd

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