Grand Beach Resort Hotel

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Independent
9.2 (402 reviews)
1683 US 31 N, Traverse City, Michigan, 49686 , Traverse City , US
1-231-938-4455

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Facilities

Free breakfast
Fitness facilities
Parasailing nearby
Fireplace in lobby
Arcade/game room
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Elevator
Fitness facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.53
Mixed sentiments noted; reports of both clean rooms and some dirty areas.
Service
10
Outstanding service; staff, especially Alex, received high praise for their attentiveness and friendliness.
Location
9.5
Great location on the beach with easy access to restaurants and the beach.
Room Quality
9.54
Rooms are generally clean, comfortable, and spacious with nice views.
Amenities
8.99
Breakfast delivery is appreciated, but some might prefer a full breakfast option.
Value for Money
9.02
Overall good value considering the service and location.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Breakfast options are limited but delivered conveniently.
Overall Experience
9.53
Guests generally had a very positive experience, with plans to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 10:30

Property Description

Escape to the stunning Grand Beach Resort Hotel, where relaxation meets adventure right on the shores of Lake Michigan.

Private Beach Access
Immerse yourself in sun-soaked relaxation at our exclusive private beach, perfect for a day of swimming, sunbathing, or enjoying family games by the shore.

Exceptional Amenities
Take a dip in our indoor pool or unwind in the rejuvenating hot tub. Our lobby features a cozy fireplace, while our game room offers fun for guests of all ages.

Comfortable Accommodations
Stay in one of our 102 spacious guestrooms, equipped with flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Each room ensures a restful retreat with private bathrooms and thoughtful conveniences.

Don’t miss your chance to experience this lakeside oasis; book your stay at Grand Beach Resort Hotel today!

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol is not served at this property.
  • A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Transportation

    Car recommended

  • Food & Beverage

    No alcohol served onsite

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Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 402 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.53
Service: 10
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9.54
Amenities: 8.99
Value for Money: 9.02
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 9.53
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Shibani • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • solo_traveller • us
9
Very enjoyable
Pros:

Great location. Friendly staff. Comfortable room.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Shawn • extended_group • us
4
Booked this property thinking the accommodations was going to be better than they were because of the word resort I feel
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

To be completely transparent, I never realized the term “resort” could be used so loosely. I was a Disney Vacation Club member for 20 years, and when I think of a resort, I think of the accommodations at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort and Disney’s Vero Beach Resort. Based on the price I paid, I expected something closer to that level of quality. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case.

I’m not saying this is a bad place to stay, but I do believe it is significantly overpriced for what it offers. It appears to be a former Days Inn, and I believe the old Days Inn room number placards are still on the doors. It felt much more like a renovated motel than a true resort.

On my first day, I contacted the front desk about several concerns. The biggest issue was the outdoor deck. I paid extra for a room with a deck, but it was completely unusable because it was covered in insects and spider webs. It was honestly unpleasant. I reported it immediately, and the front desk acknowledged they were aware of the issue and said they had already informed management. Despite that, nothing was ever done during my stay. No one attempted to clean the deck, so I ended up paying for an amenity I couldn’t use.

The boxed breakfast was average at best. The “fresh fruit” that was advertised was disappointing. The oranges were so soft and mushy that they were inedible, which did not meet my expectation of fresh fruit.

If this had been priced like a typical motel, I probably wouldn’t have been disappointed. However, it was priced as a resort, and in my opinion, it falls well short of what most travelers would reasonably expect from a property described and priced that way. I hope management addresses these issues because the property has potential, but at its current price point, it simply doesn’t deliver the value I expected.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Roxy • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

Beach was very clean along with the beach chairs. Hot tub and pool area clean. Room was comfortable and clean. Loved having our breakfast delivered each day!

Cons:

Our towel bar in the bathroom came apart when we took a towel off. I did report it to the front desk. Did not effect our stay.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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WILLIAM • couple • us
6
Will not stay there again
Pros:

It was not very handicap accessible

Cons:

Beach

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • us
10
Pros:

Clean, nice, boxed breakfast was delivered, super convenient.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • extended_group • us
8
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • us
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • us
8
Nice location, reasonable. I just wish the bed wasn’t sunken in.
Pros:

Staff was great.

Cons:

One of the beds was so sunken in, couldn’t sleep on it.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Kimberly • family_with_children • us
10
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • us
10
Great easy stay with an awesome beachfront
Pros:

The location is great. The beachfront is very nice it’s easy to get to all of Traverse City and the airport from this hotel. The staff were very available and attentive and had everything we needed. The pool area and hot tub were very nice.

Cons:

The only negative is that the breakfast is done by delivering 1 of 5 guest selected boxes of food to your room rather than a buffet style breakfast. These were okay but offered no flexibility to those with dietary restrictions and isn’t as nice as real plates with flatware.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Nuriel • solo_traveller • il
7
First and last time at this hotel
Pros:

The main advantage of the hotel is its location. Room was spacious

Cons:

It seems that that the management is trying to cut costs. Showe towel had big hole, mirror at bathroom worn out, no dining room for breakfast, got a box with some staff. Not very apetizing and arrived to our room 30 minute late and after repeated phones to front desk. There are 3 buildings but none has signs so we had to wander around in order to locate our.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Lesya • family_with_children • us
10
We had a great experience and would love to come back.
Pros:

Proximity to the lake

Cons:

Small lunch

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Kara • family_with_children • us
10
Beautifucl beach stay
Pros:

This hotel is great for kids. It is directly on the beach. Breakfast is delivered to your room each morning at the requested time. Coffee in the room and in the lobby. They were very accommodating to requests and very friendly.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Amy • family_with_children • us
10
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Gary • extended_group • us
10
Great stay and location!
Pros:

It was on the beach, very comfortable and clean.

Cons:

It would be nice if there was a breakfast buffet.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Carpenter • couple • us
10
Best complete package
Pros:

1. Best overall facilities and total experience over the course of our 7 day/6 venue trip. My wife's favorite place.
2. Balcony opened to the beach, which was only ~60 yds. to the water. Even had an excellent sunset view.
3. Staff seemed very well prepared and organized.
4. Solid accessibility options.
5. Full set of room amenities... even guest laundry.

Cons:

1. something out of their control: the construction and traffic on the main drag can make it difficult to exit -- especially when turning left (Eastbound).
2. minor point: breakfast options. While room delivery is nice, there's limited set of available options and that may not work well for young families.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

The breakfast option was not as expected

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Robyn • couple • us
9
Comfortable and great views
Pros:

Right on the beach, beautiful views

Cons:

On a busy street, fire alarm went off in middle of night

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Cebelak • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee