The hype
Great location across from the bay with friendly staff, but the property feels like an older motel that needs a deep clean.
Quality Inn By The Bay
$85-$322 / νύχτα
Κρατήστε αυτό αν You want budget-friendly beach access and a heated indoor pool without paying premium beachfront resort prices.
Γιατί Το Αγαπούν
- Steps away from Traverse City State Park beach
- Heated indoor pool and hot tub
- Free breakfast and all-day coffee in the lobby
Γρήγορη Ματιά: It's a classic 2.5-star motel with a great location, but you'll need to overlook some dated rooms and hit-or-miss housekeeping.
Αξιολόγηση από @explorer: I stayed here during my Traverse City trip and it was exactly what I needed. The lobby was super cozy with a fireplace, and grabbing a coffee downstairs was so easy. My room was spotless, and the beds were incredibly comfortable for a good night's rest.
Ο Επισκέπτης που Έμεινε Εδώ Είπε
Reality check
The bathrooms are the biggest pain point, with complaints of slow drains, rusty water, and moldy grout.
- You're traveling with pets (dog-friendly for a $20 fee)
- You plan to spend most of your time at the beach or exploring
- You want a budget basecamp near Pirate's Cove and the State Park
Καθαριότητα & Συντήρηση
4.5
- Housekeeping: Hit or miss. Some rooms are spotless, while others have cobwebs, missing towels, and beds without sheets.
- Bathroom hygiene: The biggest problem area. Multiple reports of hair in showers, mold on walls, rusty water, and slow drains.
- Maintenance: Showing its age. Guests report peeling paint, water damage on ceilings, broken lamps, and missing door chain locks.
- Linens & towels: Generally clean sheets, but some complaints of stained washcloths and lumpy pillows.
- Odors & scents: Noticeable issues with marijuana and cigarette smoke smells, especially near exterior doors, plus occasional mustiness.
Ποιότητα Ύπνου™
7ΜΕΤΡΙΟ
0-4ΘΟΡΥΒΕΡΟ
4-7.5ΜΕΤΡΙΟ
7.5-10ΗΣΥΧΟ
- Traffic from US-31
- Loud, older AC/heating units
- Thin walls between adjoining rooms
Πριν κάνετε κράτηση
Καλό να γνωρίζετε
- There is a $100 refundable damage deposit required at check-in
- Pet fee is $20 per night, up to 3 pets allowed
- The hotel is 100% non-smoking, but guests report smoke smells near the exits
Τι να πακετάρετε
- Shower shoes or flip-flops (some guests reported slippery or unclean shower floors)
- Earplugs (to block out the older AC units and highway traffic)
Δαίμονας Δωματίου
Κορυφαίες επιλογές
- Rooms with a jetted spa tub for extra relaxation
- Rooms with a balcony facing the bay for the best views
Δωμάτια που πρέπει να αποφύγετε
- Rooms near the back exit doors where staff and guests smoke
- Rooms with visible ceiling water damage or missing chain locks
Δαίμονας Δωματίου – αντιγραφή & επικόλληση
“Hi team, I'd love to request a room on the top floor with a balcony facing the bay, as far from the exterior smoking areas as possible. Thank you!”
Συχνές ερωτήσεις & Κρυμμένες συμβουλές
Όλα όσα πραγματικά θέλεις να ξέρεις πριν κάνεις κράτηση.
Is there beach access?
Yes, it's located right across the street from Grand Traverse Bay and next to Traverse City State Park beach.
Do they allow pets?
Yes, it's pet-friendly. They charge a $20 per night fee and allow up to 3 pets per room.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, a basic free continental breakfast is provided, though some guests note it's very limited.
Is there a pool?
Yes, there is a heated indoor pool and a hot tub available year-round.
How far is it from downtown Traverse City?
It's about 3.8 to 4 miles from downtown Traverse City and Front Street.
Are there hidden fees?
No hidden resort fees, but expect a $100 hold on your credit card for a damage deposit at check-in.
Εσωτερικές Συμβουλές
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Grab the free coffee and cookies available all day in the cozy lobby.
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Skip the limited hotel breakfast and head to Dilbert's nearby for Caramel Apple French Toast.
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If you want a quieter stay, ask for a room away from the busy US-31 highway side.
5 πράγματα που πρέπει να ξέρετε πριν φύγετε
💡The indoor pool is surprisingly deep, which is a rare find in modern budget motels.
💡The hotel is right next to Pirate's Cove Adventure Park, making it dangerously easy for kids to beg to go.
💡Some rooms have massive, luxurious spa bathtubs that feel out of place in a budget motel.
💡The front desk isn't always manned, especially during off-hours, so patience is required.
💡The parking lot can get tight when the hotel is fully booked during the summer Cherry Festival.
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