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Stafford's Bay View Inn

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Lake Michigan

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Nestled near Lake Michigan, Stafford's Bay View Inn offers a serene retreat with shopping on site and a peaceful garden. With free in-room WiFi, guests can unwind with newspapers, explore the library or grab a drink at the bar.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free self parking
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
The current price is $144
$159 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Trillium Queen Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 42 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Primrose Queen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Primrose Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Primrose King | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Primrose King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2011 Woodland Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770

What's nearby

  • Bear River Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Little Traverse History Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Bear River - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Petoskey State Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Back Lot - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Stafford's Bay View Inn

Stafford's Bay View Inn offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Michigan. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Free bike rentals and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 31 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 13 to 20 per person

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Stafford's Bay View Inn Petoskey
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Frequently asked questions

Does Stafford's Bay View Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Stafford's Bay View Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Odawa Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Stafford's Bay View Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Stafford's Bay View Inn also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Stafford's Bay View Inn like?

Stafford's Bay View Inn is in Bay View, a short 2-minute walk from Lake Michigan.

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