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An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a corner bathtub, and framed pictures on the wall.

A cozy hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathtub, and a small desk with a lamp.

1. Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

Traverse City

Unwind by the shore with easy beach access and comfy accommodations, just minutes from Traverse City State Park and relaxing hot tub.

￥17,080

￥18,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A beach view with two white lounge chairs, one with a straw hat and the other with a towel, and a small table with a book and a bottle between them.

A deck with a fire pit and two chairs overlooking a sunset over water.

A large, multi-story hotel with a beachside location, featuring numerous balconies and a sandy beach with sun loungers.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bathtub, and a view of the sea through a large window.

2. The Baywatch Resort

Traverse City

Coastal serenity at this beachfront hotel where sandy shores await with loungers, easy access, and dramatic sunrises over the bay.

￥19,436

￥23,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a lifeguard sign.

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a hairdryer, and a yellow wall with four small bowls.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a lamp, and a small seating area.

3. Seasons Inn Traverse City

Traverse City

￥13,124

￥14,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A beach with waves and birds flying.

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a chair, a table, and a dresser.

A hot tub with a tiled edge and a metal ladder, surrounded by a brick floor and wooden chairs.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and modern furniture.

4. Grand Beach Resort Hotel

Traverse City

Unwind on your own private sandy beach with loungers, umbrellas, and kayaks steps from your waterfront retreat.

￥21,126

￥25,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern cafe with a central counter, seating area, and a visible entrance.

A hotel entrance with a clear pedestrian crossing, a blue and yellow awning, and a sign indicating it's a Hilton property.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a city view.

5. Tru By Hilton Traverse City

Traverse City

￥17,298

￥19,201 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel with outdoor dining and a river view.

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking the city.

A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, and a large window overlooking the sea.

An outdoor swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by buildings with large windows and string lights.

6. Delamar Traverse City

Traverse City

Escape to waterfront bliss with a private beach club shuttle, just steps from scenic Clinch Park and water adventures.

￥30,487

￥36,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An aerial view of a coastal area with a large building, a beach, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a desk, a television, and a bathtub.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large mirror, a bathtub, a sofa, and a television.

7. Bayshore Resort

Oak Park

Escape to a sandy paradise with private beach access, where coastal serenity meets resort comfort just minutes from downtown.

￥25,922

￥28,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A glass-enclosed shower stall with a white towel on a rack, a toilet, and a sink.

A modern kitchen with dark blue cabinets, white countertops, and a wooden floor.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green carpet, and a wall with a geometric design and a motivational quote.

8. Spark by Hilton Traverse City

Traverse City

￥13,967

￥15,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Traverse City

Pool

Breakfast included

Family-friendly

4 stars

Adult-only

Beach hotels with pools in Traverse City

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a corner bathtub, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a carpeted floor, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a television.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathtub, and a small desk with a lamp.

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

Traverse City

￥17,080

￥18,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A beach with waves and birds flying.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and modern furniture.

A hotel room with two beds, a dresser, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

A hot tub with a tiled edge and a metal ladder, surrounded by a brick floor and wooden chairs.

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

Traverse City

￥21,126

￥25,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a lifeguard sign.

A Seasons Inn hotel with a welcoming sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a lamp, and a small seating area.

Seasons Inn Traverse City

Traverse City

￥13,124

￥14,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A beach with rows of white lounge chairs and umbrellas, a calm sea, and a distant shoreline.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

A large, multi-story hotel with balconies and a beachside location.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled deck.

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Traverse City

￥21,126

￥25,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A multi-story hotel with a beach view, a dock with boats, and a sandy beach with lounge chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a no diving sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

A gazebo, a fountain, and a building with a balcony overlooking a beach.

ParkShore Resort

Traverse City

￥20,500

￥23,666 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An aerial view of a coastal area with a large building, a beach, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a desk, a television, and a bathtub.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large mirror, a bathtub, a sofa, and a television.

Bayshore Resort

Oak Park

￥25,922

￥28,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, a TV, and a reception desk.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, and a built-in oven.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

Comfort Inn Traverse City

Triangle Neighborhood

￥18,548

￥20,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a seating area with chairs and tables, and large windows providing natural light.

A lakeside view with a sandy beach, red chairs, and a small shed.

A hotel with a pool, beach access, and a view of the water.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a dresser, and a balcony with a view.

Cherry Tree Inn & Suites

Traverse City

￥20,474

￥27,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern kitchen with a central island, black cabinets, and a variety of appliances.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A living room with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, and two sofas.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and cushions, a stone-tiled floor, and a view of trees and a fence through large windows.

Baymont by Wyndham Traverse City

Traverse City

￥15,432

￥17,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious indoor area with large windows, a stone wall, and modern furniture.

A fitness center with exercise equipment, including treadmills and stationary bikes, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a large screen.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and stools, a stone accent wall, and large windows.

Cambria Hotel Traverse City

Indian Woods

￥23,184

￥25,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Traverse City

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a lifeguard sign.

A Seasons Inn hotel with a welcoming sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a lamp, and a small seating area.

Seasons Inn Traverse City

Traverse City

￥13,124

￥14,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a corner bathtub, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a carpeted floor, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a television.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathtub, and a small desk with a lamp.

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

Traverse City

￥17,080

￥18,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A beach view with two white lounge chairs, one with a straw hat and the other with a towel, and a small table with a book and a bottle between them.

A deck with a fire pit and two chairs overlooking a sunset over water.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bathtub, and a view of the sea through a large window.

A spacious gym with multiple exercise machines, large windows, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

The Baywatch Resort

Traverse City

￥19,436

￥23,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A beach with waves and birds flying.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and modern furniture.

A hotel room with two beds, a dresser, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

A hot tub with a tiled edge and a metal ladder, surrounded by a brick floor and wooden chairs.

Grand Beach Resort Hotel

Traverse City

￥21,126

￥25,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A beach with lounge chairs and a sunset over the water.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside lamp, a clock, and a brochure on the bed.

A view from a covered deck overlooking a body of water with distant landforms.

Two brown leather armchairs with wooden legs, positioned on a wooden floor with a view of trees through a window.

Brio Beach Inn

Traverse City

￥10,452

￥12,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and a clear sky.

A modern kitchen with dark blue cabinets, white countertops, and a wooden floor.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green carpet, and a wall with a geometric design and a motivational quote.

Spark by Hilton Traverse City

Traverse City

￥13,967

￥15,503 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern cafe with a central counter, seating area, and a visible entrance.

A hotel entrance with a clear pedestrian crossing, a blue and yellow awning, and a sign indicating it's a Hilton property.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a city view.

Tru By Hilton Traverse City

Traverse City

￥17,298

￥19,201 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A living room with large windows overlooking the sea, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of the sea, a bed with white linens, a dresser, and two bedside lamps.

A beach view with two white lounge chairs, one with a straw hat and the other with a towel, and a small table with a book and a bottle between them.

A spacious kitchen with a large island and bar seating, a dining area with chairs, and a view of the water through large windows.

The Beach Haus Resort

Traverse City

￥18,067

￥21,391 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A beach with rows of white lounge chairs and umbrellas, a calm sea, and a distant shoreline.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

A large, multi-story hotel with balconies and a beachside location.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled deck.

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Traverse City

￥21,126

￥25,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A wooden table with a travel guide, a decorative glass vase, and a starburst ornament near a window with a view of greenery and a building.

A room with a wooden ceiling, large windows with blinds, a central coffee table, and blue upholstered chairs.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows with blinds.

An outdoor patio area with wicker tables and chairs, blue umbrellas, and a modern building in the background.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Traverse City, MI

Triangle Neighborhood

￥14,876

￥16,513 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Family-friendly beach hotels in Traverse City

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, chairs, and a lifeguard sign.

A Seasons Inn hotel with a welcoming sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a lamp, and a small seating area.

Seasons Inn Traverse City

Traverse City

￥13,124

￥14,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a corner bathtub, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a carpeted floor, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a television.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathtub, and a small desk with a lamp.

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

Traverse City

￥17,080

￥18,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A beach view with two white lounge chairs, one with a straw hat and the other with a towel, and a small table with a book and a bottle between them.

A deck with a fire pit and two chairs overlooking a sunset over water.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bathtub, and a view of the sea through a large window.

A spacious gym with multiple exercise machines, large windows, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

The Baywatch Resort

Traverse City

￥19,436

￥23,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A beach with lounge chairs and a sunset over the water.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside lamp, a clock, and a brochure on the bed.

A view from a covered deck overlooking a body of water with distant landforms.

Two brown leather armchairs with wooden legs, positioned on a wooden floor with a view of trees through a window.

Brio Beach Inn

Traverse City

￥10,452

￥12,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A multi-story hotel with a beach view, a dock with boats, and a sandy beach with lounge chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a no diving sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

A gazebo, a fountain, and a building with a balcony overlooking a beach.

ParkShore Resort

Traverse City

￥20,500

￥23,666 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An aerial view of a coastal area with a large building, a beach, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a desk, a television, and a bathtub.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large mirror, a bathtub, a sofa, and a television.

Bayshore Resort

Oak Park

￥25,922

￥28,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A beach with rows of white lounge chairs and umbrellas, a calm sea, and a distant shoreline.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

A large, multi-story hotel with balconies and a beachside location.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled deck.

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Traverse City

￥21,126

￥25,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern kitchen with a central island, black cabinets, and a variety of appliances.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A living room with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, and two sofas.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and cushions, a stone-tiled floor, and a view of trees and a fence through large windows.

Baymont by Wyndham Traverse City

Traverse City

￥15,432

￥17,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A large building with a modern design, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a calm lake reflecting the structure.

A beachside seating area with lounge chairs and a fire pit.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a tall building in the background.

A golf course with a pond, sand bunkers, and a water tower in the background.

Grand Traverse Resort And Spa

Williamsburg

￥20,955

￥26,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, a TV, and a reception desk.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, and a built-in oven.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

Comfort Inn Traverse City

Triangle Neighborhood

￥18,548

￥20,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Top Traverse City Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Traverse City, MI

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Traverse City, MI

8/10 Good

"The beds were comfortable. The carpet needs a good cleaning or replacement. The toilet paper was awful. Not only thin and stiff but dirty on the ends from storage."

Cherry Tree Inn & Suites

Cherry Tree Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"The room and the property was very clean and in a great area. It's right on the beach with great views of the bay. Also close to everything!"

The Baywatch Resort

The Baywatch Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Nice"

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City

10/10 Excellent

"Was a nice, quiet place to stay clean and staff was very friendly."

ParkShore Resort

ParkShore Resort

8/10 Good

"Everything at this hotels has you staying and not wanting to leaving,"

Delamar Traverse City

Delamar Traverse City

10/10 Excellent

"Finally a place that is as advertised! And the restaurant is excellent!"

Hampton Inn Traverse City

Hampton Inn Traverse City

10/10 Excellent

"So friendly!"

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This place was in a great location and pretty well kept. The staff was polite and very helpful."

Frequently asked questions

What is Traverse City like for travelers who love the beach?

Known for its beaches and festivals, Traverse City offers a lot for the traveler planning a beach getaway.

What's the best place for a beach vacation in Traverse City?

Grand Beach Resort Hotel is a top beachfront hotel offering free breakfast and free WiFi, located within a short 10-minute walk of Traverse City Beach. Other good choices for your stay near the beach include Sugar Beach Resort Hotel and The Baywatch Resort.

How many beach hotels will I be able to find in Traverse City?

Expedia has 13 beach hotels in Traverse City that are great for your beachside getaway.

When's the best time for a beach vacation in Traverse City?

You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Traverse City: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 65°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 26°F. The snowiest months in Traverse City are January, February, November, and December, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of snowfall.

What is there to see and do around Traverse City?

After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Traverse City has to offer. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Clinch Park Beach or Traverse City Beach. Discover the area's festivals and lakeside setting, and make time for local attractions like Lake Michigan and Clinch Park. You can also pay a visit to Front Street or Village at Grand Traverse Commons for more to see and do.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Traverse City?

Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Traverse City more easily: To get to Traverse City, book a flight to Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), the closest major airport, which is located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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