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Our top choices for Traverse City motels

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1. Seasons Inn Traverse City

Seasons Inn Traverse City
2.0 star property
Traverse City
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (2,011 reviews)
"Great place.."
United States
Eloy
The price is ₩118,903
₩131,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Seasons Inn Traverse City
Lobby sitting area

2. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City
2.0 star property
Indian Woods
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice breakfast area,"
United States
elena
The price is ₩108,314
₩120,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Traverse City
Exterior

3. Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI

Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI
2.0 star property
Traverse City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great location and staff was wonderful"
United States
Stefanie
The price is ₩100,655
₩111,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Travelodge by Wyndham Traverse City MI
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upper Floor) | WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. Grand Traverse Motel

Grand Traverse Motel
2.0 star property
Oak Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (613 reviews)
"Very clean property and friendly staff. Would definitely stay again!"
United States
Cathy
The price is ₩151,951
₩168,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Grand Traverse Motel
View from property

5. Brio Beach Inn

Brio Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Traverse City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (487 reviews)
"Great views of the bay."
United States
NANCY
The price is ₩208,827
₩243,388 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Brio Beach Inn
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. The Sierra Motel

The Sierra Motel
2.0 star property
Triangle Neighborhood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (425 reviews)
"So cute - great hotel, clean, love the vintage look and perfect location."
United States
Sandra
The price is ₩229,340
₩254,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
The Sierra Motel
Beach

7. Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn

Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn
2.5 star property
Williamsburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (604 reviews)
"Great Location. Nice walk to the beach thru the path. Liked the picnic tables and fire pits on the lawn. Very comfortable."
United States
Lynne
The price is ₩182,609
₩193,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Elk Rapids Lakeshore Inn
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, microwave

8. Coastal Inn

Coastal Inn
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (449 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Emily
The price is ₩183,628
₩203,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Coastal Inn
Cottage #1, 3 Bedrooms,Full Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV

9. Crystal Lake Resort

Crystal Lake Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (506 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Christine
The price is ₩214,051
₩237,594 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Crystal Lake Resort
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Shared fridge, shared microwave

10. Coastal Suites Resort

Coastal Suites Resort
2.5 star property
Beulah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (503 reviews)
"Very clean, quite, close to everything. Will for sure stay there again."
United States
Steve
The price is ₩203,766
₩226,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Coastal Suites Resort
Exterior

11. Empire Lakeshore Inn

Empire Lakeshore Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Mmpire
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,018 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
jane
The price is ₩269,149
₩285,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Empire Lakeshore Inn
Lobby

12. Honor Motel

Honor Motel
2.0 star property
Honor
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (250 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ₩194,812
₩216,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Honor Motel
Classic Suite, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker

13. The Kingsley Suites

The Kingsley Suites
2.0 star property
Kingsley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (124 reviews)
"Nice little room out of town."
United States
Nate
The price is ₩161,175
₩178,899 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Kingsley Suites
Private beach nearby, kayaking

14. Maple Lane Empire

Maple Lane Empire
2.5 star property
Empire
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (296 reviews)
"Easy check-in."
United States
David
The price is ₩208,827
₩284,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Maple Lane Empire
Children's activities

15. Cedar Ridge Cabins

Cedar Ridge Cabins
3.0 star property
Honor
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (243 reviews)
"This cabin was a wonderful place to use as a base for our 3 women get-away. Although small, the cabin was comfortable and very nicely decorated. Everything you need is there. Its location is great, being between Beulah/Crystal Lake and Traverse City/Interlochen. We had a wonderful stay; highly recommended."
United States
Johanna
The price is ₩225,093
₩238,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Cedar Ridge Cabins
Exterior

16. North Country American Inn

North Country American Inn
2.5 star property
Kalkaska
6.0 out of 10, (612 reviews)
"Nice people"
United States
Chris
The price is ₩125,996
₩133,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
North Country American Inn
Coffee service

17. Econo Lodge Traverse City South

Econo Lodge Traverse City South
2.0 star property
Traverse City
5.6 out of 10, (821 reviews)
"We paid for the accommodation; the reservation stated that four people could stay there, but upon arrival, the receptionist told us that only two people were allowed per room. In the end, we had to pay an extra $85 a day because the reservation couldn't be cancelled. They completely take advantage of the situation; I will never stay there again. Be careful."
United States
David
The price is ₩129,359
₩143,580 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Econo Lodge Traverse City South
Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

18. Rodeway Inn Kalkaska

Rodeway Inn Kalkaska
2.0 star property
Kalkaska
6.6 out of 10, (275 reviews)
"Nice staff and air condition"
United States
Precious
The price is ₩142,545
₩151,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Rodeway Inn Kalkaska
Exterior

19. Mushroom Cap Motel

Mushroom Cap Motel
Mesick
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (62 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Richard
The price is ₩187,507
₩198,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Mushroom Cap Motel
WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Motel Bear Lake

Motel Bear Lake
2.0 star property
Bear Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (227 reviews)
"Quaint little Motor Lodge that was tastefully decorated, comfortable and convenient. Parking right outside of your door, staff were friendly and helpful, room was very clean. If you're tired of large hotels, try this little Motor Lodge, it was delightful!"
United States
Hugh
The price is ₩191,117
₩212,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Motel Bear Lake
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Top Traverse City Hotel Reviews

Bayshore Resort

Bayshore Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was perfect!! Breakfast is really good, entire staff is friendly and helpful. Facility clean and well kept Private beach is always raked and clean. Shuttle was a pleasant surprise. Highly recommend!! Enjoy!!"
Richard 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Bayshore Resort

Find out more about Traverse City

Traverse City Motels information

Number of reviews
10,029
Accommodation
26 Motels
Lowest Price
₩111,740
Highest Price
₩285,302

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. Grand Traverse Motel: A picnic area 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. Brio Beach Inn: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. A private beach 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 lakeside setting. 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.