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Stafford's Bay View Inn

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Forget-Me-Not Suite, Jetted Tub, 1 King Bed | Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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2011 Woodland Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770
  • Place, McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Petoskey State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Odawa Casino
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Trillium Queen Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Primrose Queen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Primrose Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Primrose King | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Primrose King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Petoskey

Located in Bay View, Stafford's Bay View Inn is adjacent to Lake Michigan and within a few miles (5 km) of Little Traverse History Museum. This 3-star hotel has 31 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Bear River Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Petoskey State Park - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Odawa Casino - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Mackinaw Trail Winery - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Back Lot - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Stafford's Bay View Inn

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
Guests of Stafford's Bay View Inn enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include coffee/tea in a common area, free use of bicycles, and a computer station.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Free newspapers and ironing boards are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 13 to 20 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Stafford's Bay View Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

As of Oct 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stafford's Bay View Inn on Oct 26, 2025 start from $129.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do near Stafford's Bay View Inn?

This hotel is situated in Bay View, just steps from Lake Michigan. You'll also find Petoskey State Park and Crooked Lake within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Stafford's Bay View Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, Stafford's Bay View Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

This beachfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a bar and a restaurant with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Stafford's Bay View Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Stafford's Bay View Inn serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Stafford's Bay View Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Stafford's Bay View Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Stafford's Bay View Inn?

The closest major airport to Stafford's Bay View Inn is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional), which is 18 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Stafford's Bay View Inn.

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