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Our top choices for Traverse City motels

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

1. Seasons Inn Traverse City

Seasons Inn Traverse City
2.0 star property
Traverse City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,124 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Dennis
The price is ￥8,495
￥9,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Seasons Inn Traverse City
A hotel room with a large bed, a blue armchair, a small table with a lamp, and a window with a view of buildings.

2. Grand Traverse Motel

Grand Traverse Motel
2.0 star property
Oak Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (659 reviews)
"The staff was very nice the room was very clean."
United States
Garland
The price is ￥14,245
￥15,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Grand Traverse Motel
A spacious indoor area with a fireplace, multiple seating arrangements, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

3. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City
2.0 star property
Indian Woods
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Patricia
The price is ￥10,308
￥11,442 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City
A modern two-story house with a blue exterior and white trim.

4. Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI

Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI
2.0 star property
Traverse City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff so nice very helpful"
United States
kiran
The price is ￥9,669
￥10,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.

5. Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn

Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn
2.5 star property
Williamsburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (638 reviews)
"Great location and great place to stay."
United States
Lisa
The price is ￥12,440
￥13,187 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.

6. The Sierra Motel

The Sierra Motel
2.0 star property
Triangle Neighborhood
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (461 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms, great family run staff in a good location."
United States
Frederick
The price is ￥17,997
￥19,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The Sierra Motel
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and a coffee maker.

7. Coastal Suites Resort

Coastal Suites Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (548 reviews)
"Great property!"
United States
Jerica
The price is ￥15,176
￥16,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Coastal Suites Resort
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a hanging light fixture, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck.

8. Coastal Inn

Coastal Inn
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (518 reviews)
"Our second stay—a little hidden gem❣️"
United States
Lynne
The price is ￥16,995
￥18,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Coastal Inn
A house with a white door marked with the number 5, a dark blue exterior, and a white porch with a wicker chair.

9. Empire Lakeshore Inn

Empire Lakeshore Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Empire
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"Great location very well maintained and rooms were very comfortable."
United States
June
The price is ￥17,540
￥18,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Empire Lakeshore Inn
A reception area with a stone counter, a 'Things to Do & Places to Go' brochure, a 'Traverse City' brochure, and a 'Nearby Food and Drink' sign.

10. Honor Motel

Honor Motel
2.0 star property
Honor
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (265 reviews)
"Very nicely maintained motel by the family. Very friendly service."
United States
Moses
The price is ￥14,886
￥16,524 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Honor Motel
A wooden deck with a sign reading "Maple Lane Resort Guests Only."

11. Maple Lane Empire

Maple Lane Empire
2.5 star property
Empire
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (310 reviews)
"Very friendly and perfect location!"
United States
Austin
The price is ￥9,133
￥16,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Maple Lane Empire
A kitchen with a microwave, coffee machine, and a basket on the counter.

12. Econo Lodge Traverse City South

Econo Lodge Traverse City South
2.0 star property
Traverse City
5.6 out of 10, (836 reviews)
"I've stayed here in the past and enjoyed the hotel. But the cleanliness has gone downhill. Probably won't stay here again."
United States
Jason
The price is ￥10,237
￥11,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Econo Lodge Traverse City South
A room with a wooden herringbone floor, a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, a television, and a door leading to another room.

13. Crystal Lake Resort

Crystal Lake Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (540 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice property, great location!"
United States
Carrie
The price is ￥18,899
￥20,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Crystal Lake Resort
A North Country Inn with a signboard advertising amenities like HBO, phone, air conditioning, and free WiFi.

14. North Country American Inn

North Country American Inn
2.5 star property
Kalkaska
6.0 out of 10, (633 reviews)
"Room was clean, plenty of parking"
United States
Janice
The price is ￥13,229
￥14,023 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
North Country American Inn
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.

15. Rodeway Inn Kalkaska

Rodeway Inn Kalkaska
2.0 star property
Kalkaska
6.6 out of 10, (286 reviews)
"Location good"
United States
Raoul
The price is ￥12,117
￥12,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Rodeway Inn Kalkaska
A two-story house with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a front entrance.

16. Mushroom Cap Motel

Mushroom Cap Motel
Mesick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (109 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
alex
The price is ￥19,400
￥20,564 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Mushroom Cap Motel
A motel sign with the name "Boyne City Motel" surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.

17. Boyne City Motel

Boyne City Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Boyne City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (705 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to restaurants, shops and the waterfront! Comfy beds, good water pressure in the shower. Complimentary breakfast grab and go in the lobby. Very nice staff and management."
United States
Veronica
The price is ￥11,982
￥13,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Boyne City Motel
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a chair by the window.

18. adoba® inn & suites

adoba® inn & suites
2.5 star property
Charlevoix
7.8 out of 10, Good, (428 reviews)
"Will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Samantha
The price is ￥19,575
￥23,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
adoba® inn & suites
A neatly made bed with white linens, a macrame wall hanging, and two bedside lamps.

19. Motel Bear Lake

Motel Bear Lake
2.0 star property
Bear Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (250 reviews)
"Very nice clean quaint comfortable room"
United States
Kevin
The price is ￥17,009
￥18,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Motel Bear Lake
A reception area with a stone counter, a fireplace, and a mounted sign reading "Inn at the Alpine".

20. Inn at the Alpine

Inn at the Alpine
2.0 star property
Bear Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (536 reviews)
"Nice place to stay very friendly Owners"
United States
Colleen
The price is ￥16,785
￥26,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Inn at the Alpine
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Top Traverse City Hotel Reviews

Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was amazing! So cute / cozy! Very clean! Loved the property !!!"
Carrie 3-night trip
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Tamarack Lodge of Traverse City

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Traverse City Motels information

Number of reviews
5,320
Accommodation
27 Motels
Lowest Price
￥9,430
Highest Price
￥26,506

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Traverse City?
When you save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in Traverse City. Top sights include Lake Michigan in Traverse City, as well as Torch Lake in the area.
What are motels like?
At many motels, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. Beginning in the early 1950s, colorful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Traverse City?
Seasons Inn Traverse City: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Brio Beach Inn: A private beach along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Grand Traverse Motel: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. A picnic area along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. The Sierra Motel: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like air conditioning.
How many motels should I expect to find in Traverse City?
Expedia has 7 affordable motels in Traverse City.
What can I do in Traverse City?
While you're sightseeing, check out the lively festivals or simply enjoy the wineries. Those who've visited Traverse City speak highly of its shops and beaches. Must-see places in and around Traverse City include Lake Michigan and Torch Lake. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Clinch Park, Clinch Park Beach, and Traverse City Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, Centre Ice Arena, and Great Lakes Children's Museum.
What's the seasonal weather like in Traverse City?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Traverse City to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around Traverse City when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Traverse City to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.