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Bay Inn

2.5 star property

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Indoor spa tub
Reception
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fireplace

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • 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, Saganing Eagles Landing Casino
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

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

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 - 18 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Saganing Eagles Landing Casino - 58 min drive - 45.4 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
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mango'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 picnic area.
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 Apr 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Inn on Apr 8, 2026 start from $115, 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. 434 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Sue

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No proper control of heat in room, too hot, thermostat only goes as low as 65, no a/c to cool the room down. ESA certified fur baby and still got charged $25/night...I'm sorry but I consider a certified ESA animal as qualified as a service animal and she should have been free just like the service animals. Continental breakfast was plentiful but not tasty .. soggy uncooked waffles, muffins tasted bland, English muffins tasted like cardboard, and coffee was very bitter no matter how much sugar or creamer was added. Finally, went to get in the shower and there were red ants in the bathroom on the floor... front desk provided ant spray but also admitted it was a problem due to semi-heated floors..ants come out !!! Accomodations overall were nice, clean, and comfy bed. Pleased they put me on main floor and close to back door for ease of fur baby potty breaks.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

josh

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

8/10 Good

Bernard

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Gabriella L

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

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with family
Beds were squeaky and the toilet ran constantly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yea
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Flushing

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room. Enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Bed was horribly uncomfortable though.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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