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Bayshore Resort

3 star rated hotel
9.6/10 Exceptional
(1282 verified Hotels.com guest reviews)
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Overview

The Bayshore Resort is a popular choice for its fantastic location on Grand Traverse Bay, providing easy access to a private beach. Guests consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay. The resort's complimentary shuttle service to downtown Traverse City is a major plus, offering convenient transportation to restaurants and attractions. While some mention the decor as dated, the cleanliness of the rooms and the comfortable beds are frequently highlighted, alongside the free breakfast buffet. Note that parking can be limited during peak times.

Guest highlights

Friendly and helpful staff
Free shuttle to downtown Traverse City
Private beach access
Free breakfast buffet

About the hotel

Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a spa tub and a fitness center.

Nearby attractions

Located in Traverse City, Bayshore Resort is on a private beach. City Opera House and Village at Grand Traverse Commons are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Front Street and Grand Traverse Mall. Great Lakes Children's Museum and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing.

Popular amenities

Parking

Free self parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Wifi

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Accessibility

Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Lever door handles
Low-height counter and sink
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Fitness center
Indoor pool
Spa tub

Outdoor

Garden
Picnic area
Pool sun loungers
Private beachfront location
Terrace

Conveniences

ATM/banking services
Elevator
Free newspapers in lobby
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
Water dispenser

More

Fireplace in lobby
Shared microwave
TV in lobby
map

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4.5 out of 5 stars

42 reviews

Review data

5 star reviews

79%

4 star reviews

14%

3 star reviews

7%

2 star reviews

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1 star reviews

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Latest reviews (42)

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Sonya

18 Oct 2024 - 20 Oct 2024
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Waterfront property, Great location, within walking distance to downtown. Hotel offers free shuttle service if you don’t want to make the 1/2 mile walk. We took our breakfast down to the patio and drank our coffee beachside. Hotel lobby offers ice cream options for those with a late night sweet tooth. Showers are small with no where to place your toiletries but we we were upgraded to the hot tub room which made for a nice bath. Beds were comfy enough.
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James

27 Sept 2024 - 29 Sept 2024
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

We really enjoyed our stay - primarily because of the great staff/service, but also because this is on the beach, has a nice free breakfast buffet, wonderful large spa tubs and nice balconies over the beach if you want an upgraded room. The pool and hot tub are indoors but not crowded, as was the gym. Very close to TC restaurants and offers a free shuttle around town. Def would stay again!
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Michael

26 Sept 2024 - 29 Sept 2024
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely perfect bay view from our room and patio which makes up for a few small things I did not like, primarily the broken lock to our patio door which was “fixed” by using a broom stick. This place hit the mark on cleanliness, which is huge for us, the employees were all great, which is a nice surprise these days, and although the breakfast was just ok, it is free, so expectations should not be too high.. we will be back for sure and I will also tell anyone who is going to tc to give this place a shot. We did not use the shuttle but I thought that was also a great benefit and I saw people using it.
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Eileen

26 Sept 2024 - 27 Sept 2024
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

We were fortunate to book 2 rooms at the last minute for just 1 night We really didn’t know what to expect- it was lovely with beautiful beach right out the door! We are definitely returning next year but hope to stay for 5 days. Staff was so welcoming. Have already recommended to others. Of note we were so close to downtown could have walked but we took the free shuttle. The driver was so informative and friendly. Recommended a place for after dinner that did not disappoint.
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Mary

9 Sept 2024 - 13 Sept 2024
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Lovely! Resort is older & just far enough from town. No restaurant on site but great shuttle service if your desired location is too far to walk. Private beach with plentiful seating. Wheelchair access deck with table/chairs/umbrellas.
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Beth

13 Jun 2024 - 17 Jun 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

We had a beach access room and loved it! The staff were super friendly. The rooms were large. Easy parking. We will stay here again!
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larry

20 Jun 2024 - 22 Jun 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Loved having a free shuttle and could leave the car parked the whole time. So great!
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Megan

19 Jun 2024 - 22 Jun 2024
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

This hotel was great. Perfect for a family getaway. The complimentary breakfast was a great way to start the day and we were able to rent a jet ski right off the beach. Sure, some of the decor looks a bit dated, but the beds were comfortable and the room was sparkling clean. Perfect location easily walkable to downtown, but we also took advantage of the free shuttle to go to the Commons area.
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Karley

14 Jun 2024 - 16 Jun 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

The room was very nice, we especially loved the balcony and how close we were to the beach. The beach was quiet and private. Staff were friendly and helpful. We did not know there was a free shuttle to take us downtown which was so convenient and made the value even greater. Would definitely recommend and will probably be back!
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Jessica

5 Jun 2024 - 7 Jun 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

The hotel staff was above and beyond! Made our stay fabulous!! Gave us great tips for sight seeing in the area , great upgrade to our room, and the pool was clean and the breakfast buffet was top notch!! She even and went and got an omlette for me on a plate when they were out when the breakfast time was almost over ! I’m telling you I’ve stayed many places over the years of traveling and this level of service and hospitality is rare! Please keep up the good work! I’ll be back!!
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