Grand Traverse Motel

Location: 1010 E. Front Street, Traverse City, us

Star Rating: 2 Stars

Property Type: Inns

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Pets allowed
• Express check-in/check-out
• Private check-in/check-out
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• Contactless check-in/check-out
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Key access
• CCTV outside property
• 24-hour security
• Shopping on site
• Television in common areas
• Express check-in
• Free wired internet
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Private picnics
• Garage

Rooms Available

• Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  1 Queen Bed

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 49-inch TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided

• Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Upper Floor)

  2 Queen Beds

  300 sq feet

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 49-inch TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels

  Practical - Cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Non-Smoking, pet friendly

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Bedsheets provided

• Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Ground Floor)

  1 Queen Bed

  200 sq feet, located on the ground floor

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 49-inch TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Shower/tub combination, a hair dryer, and towels

  Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Location - ground floor

• Double Queen (ground)

  The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a hairdryer. This double room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• Deluxe Double Room

  The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. This double room features a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• King Room (Upper)

  The single room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a hairdryer. This single room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• Queen Room (upper)

  The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. This double room features a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

• King Room (ground)

  The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a hairdryer. This double room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Trash cans
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

Guest Reviews

• Luke (10/5): -
• Luke (10/5): -
• PAUL (10/5): We had a very nice stay - Monty was very friendly and helpful . The rooms were very clean. Location was nice. Nothing
• Peggy (7/5): - I don't typically stay at motels as they are usually gross. This motel was cute, relatively clean and I liked the little personal soaps and lotions. The bed and pillows were comfy, no complaints. The linens were fresh and clean as were the towels and washcloths. They have a grab and dash breakfast bar in the office that was outstanding A+ to that. I don't like light in my room when I'm trying to sleep. Because its a motel, the outside lights are bright, which is a good thing but the blinds didn't keep the light out.
• Luann (1/5): -
• James (7/5): - Location $1,000,000 "fine" for smoking: was he kidding? One person staff.
• Pam (10/5): - 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.
• Mary Kay (10/5): Very nice - Dog friendly
• Mitchel (10/5): - 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!
• Candy (10/5): - Very nice
• Jie (10/5): - The room was clean and staff was very helpful. It is a great location.
• Angela (10/5): - 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.
• Joseph (7/5): Odd, with a lot of light coming into the room. - This one is a bit quirky, we had a bit of a problem tracking down the clerk to check in, then he had a bit of a problem finding an unoccupied room for us. A lot of exterior lights and cameras.
• clayton (8/5): - this motel was clean, quiet and easy to get in and out, parking could be better. but would recommend.
• Diana (10/5): - 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!!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Charles (6/5): - Parking was easy
• Alexis (4/5): - 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.
• David (2/5): 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.
• Ted (10/5): - room was clean and comfortable
• Juliet (6/5): - 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.
• James (10/5): - Simple amenities for a trip spent mostly doing things away from the motel. Didn’t pay for things we were not going to use.
• Kevin J (10/5): - Close to downtown area
• Robert (10/5): - Cannot control the heat/aircond, too hot, too cold.
• Albert (10/5): - It exceeded our expectations for the price. Every thing was clean and comfortable, and included all of the amenities. The only thing lacking was a full service breakfast.
• Clifford (10/5): - A well maintained and affordable motel near the center of the city. Very convenient and we would stay there again.
• Sarah (10/5): - Loved the retro vibe of this place! Bed was very comfortable with good quality linens. Room was very clean and well maintained with a quiet air conditioner as well as an air purifier. Bathroom is a good size, very clean and the water pressure of the shower is awesome. There is a large fridge/freezer in the room which is very convenient. Bus stop is close if you need other transportation but this property is walking distance to Clinch park and shopping/dining on Front street. We would definitely stay again!
• David (8/5): - Outdated ("retro"?) facility but comfortable and quiet.
• Daniel (10/5): - No frills, but the best value for the dollar in Traverse City.
• Terry (10/5): -
• Carola (10/5): - Yes it's an old Motel, but they really tried hard updating, and we especially appreciated the high end linens and towels! It's clean and friendly.
• Crystal (10/5): Lovely recommend! - The room was very spacious, very clean. Large bed and very comfortable. Full size refrigerator. Microwave. Very nice. Checkin and staff were friendly. Nice continental breakfast with a variety of choices, muffins, mini donuts, snack bars, yogurt, variety of beverages including coffee. Would Definitely recommend and stay again!
• Michelle (8/5): - I would say the only thing that I didn't like was the parking lot.. everyone was super friendly and helpful! Great place... Will be back again
• Karen (7/5): -
• Ashley (10/5): - Well worth the money, especially compared to other more expensive properties. Very friendly staff with great local suggestions.
• Danielle (10/5): - Easy and convenient location
• Philip (10/5): - Check in was smooth & Jacki (?) was very nice.
• Jackie (8/5): - This is an older motel that the owner has updated well.
• Holesh (8/5): -
• Terry (8/5): - Nothing fancy, but more than adequate. Comfortable bed. Good price.
• Robert (9/5): -
• Mark (10/5): - Great little motel. Clean rooms!
• Todd Marshall (10/5): - Staff was very friendly and helpful. Location is close to down. Nice if don’t have car. There is free shuttle if you don’t want to walk. Room had everything you need.
• Virginia (10/5): - Pleasant older motel. Nice to interact with other guests.
• Tammy (10/5): - Check in staff was friendly helpful place was very clean easy to get t beds were comfortable it was quaint
• Chris (10/5): - Very clean. Even had a full size refrigerator. We walked to downtown even though it was a hike.
• Patricia (10/5): - Seems to be newly uodated. Staff is great!
• Timothy (8/5): - A nice overnight stay before heading further north. Clean rooms, firm and comfortable mattresses, and nice property.
• MARK (10/5): - Breakfast was good (I’m a light breakfast eater, snacks were perfect). Location is near downtown, very convenient to get to restaurants. Perfect room to stay and sleep. Staff went above expectations for a comfortable stay. Hotel still uses physical keys (not keycards); however, I did not feel unsafe because of the older locks. Deadbolts were sturdy.
• Jim (10/5): Meander down the Michigan West Coast.... - To Jackie, Aaron, Mo, and Andy; thank you for a great stay! Room was clean and comfortable. Very quiet and within walking distance to a grocery store. Your breakfast options were very nice, and a better quality than we normally see! Thank you again!
• Linda (10/5): - We had a wonderful time at this cute little motel. Walking distance to downtown and beach. The staff was very friendly and the owner was also on the property and very friendly. I would book again.
• Cynthia (7/5): Economical Motel - It was an economical older motel. It was clean, and had all of the necessities. It was pet friendly. No pool. Nothing fancy.
• Daniel (10/5): - I enjoyed my experience. Every thing was good.
• Jeffrey (8/5): -
• Jon (8/5): Not what you think when you see motel - For a motel this place was really nice. Clean good size rooms and excellent service and front desk area. They had pop ice and snacks you could get for the room.
• Rodd (10/5): - Everyone was so nice!
• Jill (10/5): - All around a nice place updated and friendly staff
• Evelyn (8/5): Comfortable hotel for one night in good location for Traverse City exploring. - Staff member was very helpful at the front desk regarding where to park our RV. Comfortable and clean room and a quiet environment. Lots of outlets for charging computers, phones etc.
• Marilyn (10/5): Missy travels - such a great variety of food items for breakfast. Loved the quick pick up and go. the place is old but very clean and nice amenities. black face cloth, luxury towels, smelled clean. convenient to so much and friendly check in staff
• Dapple (2/5): - Had an issue with the room that the staff and owner did not address.
• Olga (4/5): - No hot water. Owner promised to refund half of charge for the room for this MAJOR INCONVENIENCE and never followed through. Poor lighting. Dirty carpeting in room. Very disappointed. Room felt dingy and dark.
• Roxanne (8/5): - Very friendly staff. Did not like that there was no way to darken the room at night.
• Paul (10/5): - A quaint old-school motel. Nothing fancy, just a clean room and a nice stay.
• Matthew (10/5): Excellent Local Place - Great Local Motel. Clean, friendly, easy, rooms are clean and have a big fridge. Staff was nice and location is great.
• 431JenniferS (10/5): Delightful two-night stay! - I just returned from a short stay with my kids (15 & 21), and we would definitely stay here again. I had originally booked a more expensive hotel in town, but decided to switch to this property to save money and be closer to downtown. I’m happy to say this was the right move, because this charming motel has a lot to offer. The gentleman who checked us in and out was extremely pleasant and helpful, and made us feel welcome and like valued guests. The room was bright, very clean, and comfortable, with a full-size refrigerator and small but attractive bathroom with modern fixtures and a nice assortment of toiletries. The location was super convenient and close to many area attractions, and it was surprisingly quiet in the room at night. The beds were a little firmer than I prefer, but I was still able to get a good night’s sleep. We appreciated the variety of snacks, fruit, and beverages available in the morning, which allowed us to get on with our day and not worry about stopping for breakfast. All in all, we had a very pleasant day and hope to return one day.
• Rosie (8/5): - Needs new mattress. Very lumpy and too soft.
• Nancy F (7/5): - Location, cleanliness. Staff were friendly. Liked the grab and go breakfast items. The outside lighting lit up the room at night like mid day. The blinds were cool but didn't keep out the light. Hard to sleep. Our room was extremely small, but I did book the least expensive room, so maybe others were larger.
• Rhonda (8/5): - Easy access, motel, close to Ludington, easy drive to the lake. Televisions are very small and access to channels that loaded very slowly,was difficult. Property was clean, could have enjoyed a seating area somewhere outside of the room.
• Michele (8/5): Very good - They allowed us to check in early and even called when our room was ready!
• Doug (6/5): Serves the purpose - Not your corporate experience. The room was adequate, bed was large and comfy, room and place was a bit quirky. Schitt's Creek comes to mind, but it wasn't Twin Peaks.
• Donald (8/5): Will stay there again This was our second visit - Location Meager breakfast
• James T (8/5): - Convenient location.
• Jeni (9/5): Overall impressed by experience and would consider visiting again. - It was nice to have the amenities of a fridge and bedside table; and the little things like makeup remover. Price point still felt high for a small room.
• Aaron (10/5): - Just a small place, but on main drag. Plenty of places close to eat and mini golf close by to enjoy
• Cynthia (10/5): A great option - Our stay at the Grand Traverse Motel was thoroughly enjoyable. Though the room was on the small side, it was very clean. The best thing about it was how well the air conditioning unit cooled the room during sleep hours. (This is consistently a problem at many other facilities.). The care for the motel is evident from the outside environment that is nicely decorated and the grounds are well cared for.
• Rebecca (10/5): My BF & I decided on a last minute getaway. It was very pleasant - Quaint, clean & quiet N/A
• Jafari (10/5): - Great staff
• Susan (7/5): Good value but needs a little improvement. - Like the snack breakfasts. Location near a beach. Too little hot water for every shower. Never got beyond tepid
• Thomas (10/5): - Nice outdoor grassy area with tables and games.
• Lindsay (10/5): Loves this place for Cherry Festival - Love this location and love this motel. It was perfect for us to stay for a few nights. Room clean, electronics worked, bathroom clean. Friendly staff. Would stay again.
• Robert (10/5): - Friendly and clean. Thought price was too high until I checked on other places!
• Mary (7/5): Great value, good location - Very clean and well taken care of No hot water
• Olesia (10/5): Exceptional -
• Winnick (10/5): Exceptional -
• Adam (10/5): - Floor was damp but place was great!
• Tim (8/5): - The young ladies that manage the property do a wonderful job. It’s very clean. The only problem is the lights that shine into the room are a bit too bright at night
• David (10/5): - Very nice room. Clean and comfortable. This is an older motel, but very well maintained by a staff that obviously cares. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else in TVC.
• Tracey (10/5): Perfect! Would definitely stay at Grand Traverse Motel if we are back in Traverse City! - We travel with a pet, so while we can't get to the 'best' locations, the location was within a mile of downtown and the beaches etc. Our room was great! Loved the space, additional sitting area and full size fridge. Very comfortable. Parking can be less than optimal, but overall everything was great!
• Diane (6/5): Pleasant -
• Charlene (2/5): - No hot water. The deadbolt didn't work. TV did work well.
• andrew (10/5): - The property was well kept and clean. The staff was courteous and prompt. And, the sign out front stated that imaginary friends stay free. That was a relief because we each have one.
• Larry (8/5): Very good - We didn't have breakfast there for surgery The room floor had dust on it and the wall above tv the same!
• Cindy (8/5): Very good - Clean comfortable room Hair dryer did not work
• Massey (8/5): Very good -
• Amy (10/5): 110% will be back with my dog next year! - Pet friendly, clean rooms, close to town!
• Allison (10/5): Cute old style hotel - Quiet and close to most everything you would like to do. Quaint older property that we just love to stay in. Very clean and the staff is very accommodating!
• David (10/5): - Great value
• Tacha (10/5): Exceptional - Everything N/A
• Frank (10/5): - Staff went over and above what was anticipated.
• Donald (10/5): - We had a 3 hour drive to a local concert and stayed overnight before driving back home the next morning
• Burletta (6/5): - They charge 45 for a pet. Our dog is a service dog. You’re not supposed to charge for a service dog. I paid the 45 with my debit card. When I looked at my online banking the hotel had charged me an extra hundred dollars, which is right out stealing!!!! I have called my bank and they are going to dispute it just a warning the people at that motel will steal the money right out of your pocket!

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