THE BAYWATCH RESORT, Traverse City – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Bay Views
The Baywatch Resort offers 104 air-conditioned rooms, including options with king beds, sofa sleepers, and ADA-compliant features. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, microwave, free WiFi, and laptop-friendly workspace. Select rooms feature a private balcony with views of East Grand Traverse Bay, a separate bubbler spa tub, or direct beach access via a patio sliding door. Families can opt for rooms with two king beds, while business travelers prefer balcony rooms without sofa sleepers.
Dining in Traverse City
Traverse City, voted one of the best foodie towns by Bon Appétit Magazine, offers diverse dining options nearby. The hotel provides a free to-go breakfast. Guests can explore the Old Mission Peninsula Wine Trail, known for its wineries, or visit local breweries featured on CNN Money's list of America's Best Beer Towns.
Beach and Recreation
The resort sits on the deepest beach of East Grand Traverse Bay, with direct access from some rooms. Onsite amenities include a fitness center, heated saltwater pool, and concierge services. Nearby, guests can hike the TART Trail, visit Sleeping Bear Dunes, or attend the National Cherry Festival, a summer tradition since 1925.
Prime Location
The Baywatch Resort is 5 km from Cherry Capital Airport and 4 miles from downtown Traverse City. Nearby attractions include Front Street, Dennos Museum Center, and Old Town Playhouse. The resort is also close to golf courses, Mission Point Lighthouse, and the Village at Grand Traverse Commons.
Guest Services
The hotel features a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and free WiFi throughout the property. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a lobby fireplace, and daily health screenings for staff. Parking is available, and the property is a designated Clean Air Zone.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Private beach
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Water sports
- Yoga class
Services
- Laundry
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Business centre
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
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