Pinestead Reef Resort

Hotels
8.3 (447 reviews)
1265 N US 31 , Traverse City , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful view
Great service
Comfortable rooms
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Some amenities need maintenance

Categories

Cleanliness
7.45
Some reviewers mentioned cleanliness issues, indicating a need for improvement.
Service
8.95
The service received high praise with multiple mentions of friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.95
Great views and convenient proximity to the beach and other attractions.
Room Quality
7.95
Rooms were described as comfortable and spacious, but some noted they could look dingy.
Amenities
7.95
Amenities include indoor pool and Jacuzzi, though some areas need better maintenance.
Value for Money
8.45
Overall good value, attributed to the beautiful view and spacious accommodations.
Food and Beverage
8.25
No specific mentions, but amenities suggest a decent offering.
Overall Experience
8.45
Guests enjoyed their stays and highlighted the beautiful location and pleasant service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 21:27

Property Description

Private Beachfront Apartments
Located on a 700-foot private beach along Lake Michigan, Pinestead Reef Resort in Traverse City offers fully equipped apartments with stunning lake views.

Luxurious Amenities
Guests can unwind in the sauna and hot tub, stay connected with free Wi-Fi, and relax with a movie on the flat-screen cable TV and DVD player.

Recreational Facilities
The resort features a fitness center, BBQ facilities, games room, and launderette for convenience. Explore the nearby Traverse City State Park's hiking trails or head to Cherry Capital Airport just 3 km away.

Experience the ultimate beachfront getaway at Pinestead Reef Resort - book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Managed by a private host

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TVC

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 447 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.45
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 8.25
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Kara • couple • us
10
My partner and I had such a beautiful time celebrating his birthday!
Pros:

Everything! We loved the pool/hot tub/sauna!

Cons:

N/a

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • us
8
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Curry • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The room was amazing

Cons:

Nothing I loved everything

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

A suite on the beach and has indoor pool and Jacuzzi.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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julie • solo_traveller • us
7
Again, I would stay again just because of the beach, view, and location.
Pros:

The view and locations were the best. Beach was right there and was great to have this location. I would stay again just for the location, view and the beach.

Cons:

Updates needed badly. Lobby was done and is really nice. Hallways, doors, and just over all was dirty. Needs painting.
Small updates--change locks so only one key is needed or at least put the 2 needed keys on one ring.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Beverly • couple • us
9
We had a wonderful time!
Pros:

View, room, beach were great!!

Cons:

Sofa needs to be replaced.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Clifford • couple • us
2
This was not even close to what I thought I was reserving.
Pros:

Good location.Spacious room.Right on the beach.

Cons:

Old well used facilities,stained carpet,doors that didn't lock.Pool area dirty and unkept.Excercise equipment did not work and were in rough shape.Web site showed beautiful room and facilities.For sure not friendly to handicap customers at all,If you walk with a cane avoid this place,and if you use a walker or wheel chair you will be pulling your hair out.How can a public resort be so unfriendly to the handicap?When I called to book this room I told the staff my wife is using a cane and cannot walk very far at all.(recent hip surgery)No warning from them that there are stairs to get to the room,stairs to the pool,and at least a 100 yards from the elevator.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Janet • family_with_children • us
9
All in all a really nice place. Has some age to it but it's kept up pretty well
Pros:

Loved the location. Right on the beach. Nice kitchen and living area

Cons:

Only one minor thing...the kitchen table needs refinishing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Michele • couple • us
10
It was a very nice to stay when visiting my son.
Pros:

Clean and organized

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
6
Close to being great.
Pros:

The view was wonderful and the room was pleasant.

Cons:

The hot tub was out of order (these things happen, not the hotel's fault), but our room had no towels and no toilet paper- we were given them when asked for along with an apology, but that should never happen.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Manoj kumar • family_with_children • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Lona • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
9
2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Nick • couple • us
8
Cons:

No USB plugs, No bathroom amenities, but I didn’t check prior to arrival just figured.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Michele • couple • us
9
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Lois • couple • us
10
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • us
9
Great place to relax. Price was quite reasonable (off-season rates).
Pros:

The beach view was great, including a morning visit from two mallards, Henry and Henrietta. The hallway approaching the room was a little dim looking, could be improved with better lighting. The dozens of small mylar party strips just outside our sliding glass doors should have been cleaned up before we arrived. But overall the apartment was very comfortable. We rebooked another stay.

Cons:

I mentioned it in the above comments.

2026-01-14 • via Nuitee