Grand Traverse Motel

2.0 star property

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upper Floor) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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1010 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryant Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Clinch Park Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Ground Floor)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Ground Floor)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Ground Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Upper Floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upper Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Upper Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Traverse City

Located in Oak Park, Grand Traverse Motel is adjacent to Front Street and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Grand Traverse Bay. The 18 rooms at this motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Front Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bryant Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Clinch Park Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Traverse Area District Library - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Traverse City Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Filling Station Microbrewery - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Grand Traverse Motel

At Grand Traverse Motel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This smoke-free motel also has a picnic area.
49-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 45 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 45 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Grand Traverse
Grand Traverse Motel Motel
Grand Traverse Motel Traverse City
Grand Traverse Motel Motel Traverse City

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Grand Traverse Motel?

This motel is situated in Oak Park, just steps from Front Street, and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Bryant Park. You'll also find Grand Traverse Bay and Clinch Park Beach less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Traverse Motel?

As of Feb 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Traverse Motel on Feb 28, 2026 start from $98.49, 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.

Is there parking available at Grand Traverse Motel?

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

Does Grand Traverse Motel feature a casino?

No, Grand Traverse Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Grand Traverse Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Grand Traverse Motel?

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

Does Grand Traverse Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Grand Traverse Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Grand Traverse Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Grand Traverse Motel for a fee of USD 45 per accommodation, per night.

Does Grand Traverse Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Where is the closest airport to Grand Traverse Motel?

The closest major airport to Grand Traverse Motel is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 4.7 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Grand Traverse Motel?

No, at Grand Traverse Motel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Grand Traverse Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 558 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 558 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 558 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 558 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 558 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Quinn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Letitia, Ellsworth

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

The room was clean, the staff was very nice, and being pet friendly made it great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super clean, nice staff, quaint roadside motel with nice modern upgrades. Spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Annoying late night smokers!

The room was great, bed was really comfortable. Did not have any breakfast. We had our dog with us, the dog area was next to a picnic table that was occupied by smokers the entire time we stayed who were there every day, night until 2-3 am, very annoying. They were very loud, not sure if they were patrons or worked at the motel. You would not have been able to utilize the picnic area, I suggest moving the smoking area to the far end of the motel, so patrons could sit and enjoy the picnic area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, saginaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for the price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Goshen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The updates to the room and bathroom are excellent. Great bed! Wonderful to have a full sized fridge. Super friendly staff members. Our only suggestion is to have better light-blocking on both windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couldn’t get the television to work they came in and set it all up. That was very nice of them, even though it was late in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Excellent overall, I would say my only criticism is the beds. They are not very comfortable. But, I can overlook that because everything else was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jie, Plano

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and staff was very helpful. It is a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a “Mom and Pop” hotel that has been updated and refurbished. When you arrive, it still has the appeal of an older hotel. Do not let that fool you. The rooms have been updated. It still has a few amenities that are revenant to older hotels but modernized. We loved it and the office staff were very welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

clayton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
this motel was clean, quiet and easy to get in and out, parking could be better. but would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a wonderful stay here! Marty was so nice and helpful! Our room was very clean and the beds were so comfortable! Housekeeping was on top of everything! I will definitely be back!!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Alexis

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Our room had spiders in it & smelled like cat pee. The staffs solution was to give us fabreze. We definitely won’t be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Name does not reflect the stay.

No phone, only one comfortable chair, shelves with towels was too high. The carpeting was filthy, looked like the only remedy would be to replace it. Bathroom floor was also dirty. The bed seemed ok, but did not make up for tnr floor. We will never stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Juliet

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpet was dank and grimy- smelled like urine. Fitted sheet was dirty. Needs a lot of deep cleaning, new carpet and a fresh coat of paint.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple amenities for a trip spent mostly doing things away from the motel. Didn’t pay for things we were not going to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025