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Bay Inn

2.5 star property

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An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub area, wooden walls, and a table with chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a large bathtub, and wall-mounted artwork.
A room with a sofa, a round ottoman, a table, and a window with curtains.
A reception desk with framed pictures of the Bay Inn, Tawas, and The Crow's Nest Inn.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1020 W Lake Street, Tawas City, MI, 48763
  • Place, Gateway Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tawas City Park Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Tawas Point State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and wall art depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting nature scenes.

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a large bathtub, and wall-mounted artwork.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and wall art depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Tawas City

Bay Inn places you within a 10-minute stroll of Lake Huron and Gateway Park. This 42-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Gateway Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tawas City Park Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Tawas Point State Park - 16 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Saganing Eagles Landing Casino - 52 min drive - 46.1 miles

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Barnacle Bill's - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Bay Inn

Guests of Bay Inn have access to an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include a hot tub, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 3 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 30 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 3

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Bay Inn Tawas
Bay Tawas
Tawas Bay Inn
Bay Inn Tawas City
Bay Inn Hotel
Bay Tawas City
Bay Inn Tawas City
Bay Inn Hotel Tawas City

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Bay Inn?

Bay Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Inn?

As of Aug 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Inn on Aug 30, 2026 start from $107, including 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 can I see within easy reach of Bay Inn?

This hotel in Tawas City is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Gateway Park. You'll also find Tawas City Park Beach and Huron-Manistee National Forest within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Bay Inn?

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

Does Bay Inn include a casino at the property?

No, Bay Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Bay Inn?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Bay Inn?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a free daily breakfast at this hotel.

Does Bay Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Bay Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Bay Inn offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Bay Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Bay Inn for a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night.

Does Bay Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Bay Inn?

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

Bay Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 447 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1005 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jaynie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was only there for an overnight stay. Check in was smooth and she was very nice. When opening the door to the room it smelled of stale, kinda moldy air. Once the air conditioner was turned on, the smell went away. A suggestion to management, keep some air flowing in those rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ENCHANTEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean environment. We older
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly people and workers clean room pool and got tub nice breakfasts everything was good but boiled eggs was frozen but think they might have had problem with the cooler they where in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean updated rooms and pool area Staff were great Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, everything smelled fresh. The continental breakfast was actually decent. Overall a good experience and I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff was very friendly. Love the heated floors in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, nice staff. Good location in Tawas.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and helpful staff. Breakfast offerings just ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff all weee friendly, helpful and accessible. Pool and hot tub were warm. Hotel was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay, always friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was great, staff was friendly! Rooms were nice. It was a nice relaxing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gabriella L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was always nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very comfortable spacious king size bed😊
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable, we had our dog with us. All the staff was amazing and accommodating. There was a problem with our refrigerator and they put a brand new one in our room in under 15mins!! Thank you!! Breakfast was great, the hot tub was clean and relaxing,the pool was warm. Would absolutely recommend,and definitely will be staying again!!! Thank you Bay Inn of Tawas.!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is dated, but the front desk staff is superb! The stay was good, quiet and comfortable. Again, the front desk, staff was phenomenal!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly and very friendly hotel staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, wish we could’ve got a bay said view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean. Front desk attendant was very pleasant and helpful. Older building but the room was in good shape.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool and spa are well maintained in good working order. I would definitely go back here again. Mosdt important Bay Inn is a good valuegood order Breakfast was
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near Lake Huron parks. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The whole facility was very clean. Office staff was happy, helpfull and informative. Would not hesitate to rebook the business
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always loved staying here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and affordable rates pool access and jacuzzi
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025