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Bay Inn of Petoskey

2.5 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital

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Bay Inn of Petoskey offers a relaxing getaway near McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital. Guests can golf, relax by the firepit, or visit Bear River Park and Odawa Casino. The inn features two spa tubs, a garden playground for kids, and staff ready to enhance your experience.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Luxury House | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services

Luxury House

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Mini-fridge
  • 195 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 1 King Bed, 3 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Bay Inn Cabin | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services

Bay Inn Cabin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Bay Inn Studio | 11 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Bay Inn Studio

7.2 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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11 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Lake View King Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 King Beds and 4 Queen Sofa Beds

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11 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Lake View Double Queen Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 11 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 22 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
2445 Charlevoix Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770

What's nearby

  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Bear River Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Odawa Casino - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mackinaw Trail Winery - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Bay Harbor Golf Club - 9 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Bay Inn of Petoskey

Guesthouse near McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital
Located close to Bear River Park and Odawa Casino, Bay Inn of Petoskey provides golfing on site, a terrace, and a firepit. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and offices. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Memory foam beds and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 45
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 45 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Bay Inn Petoskey
Bay Inn
Bay Petoskey
Bay Inn of Petoskey Petoskey
Bay Inn of Petoskey Guesthouse
Bay Inn of Petoskey Guesthouse Petoskey

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Inn of Petoskey pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Bay Inn of Petoskey?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay Inn of Petoskey?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 45 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Bay Inn of Petoskey?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Bay Inn of Petoskey located?

Situated in Petoskey, this guesthouse is within 2 mi (3 km) of McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital, Bear River Park, and Little Traverse History Museum. Odawa Casino and Mackinaw Trail Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Bay Inn of Petoskey Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 513 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property was great clean convenient no problems
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and the view from the 2nd floor was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room was clean and comfortable. Appreciated the owners ability to accommodate my reservation through Expedia, even though same room type was not truly available for our entire stay. Will definitely stay again if we are back this way!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was convenient. I received my room number and door code with no problem. The room and the outdoor hot tub were clean. The building is old, but has been maintained. The view was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courtney was the host!! So friendly and accommodating!!! The Inn has been recently updated and looks great !! Gas fire pits and hot tub was an extra plus!! Would stay here again and would recommend to others sue- Clarkston
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
such a nice stay here always
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and great location. When I needed towels and more coffee we had it replaced right away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I truly enjoyed my stay at The Bay Inn Petoskey! My room was clean upon arrival and the temperature was comfortable. The only thing I would say is I was not expecting an air freshener to be sticking out of the air conditioning unit. you cannot beat the view across from the bay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cozy little older place. We liked it much better than the normal newer mega hotels that just feel cheap. Would definitely recommend if you want a cozy place with a great view of the bay. I enjoyed sitting on the porch drinking my tea (great tea selection) and taking in the nice views. Very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love The Bay Inn. I have stayed here multiple times over the last two years. It’s my go to property when I come to the area.. the rooms are beautiful. The beds are the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept on in a hotel. The staff is outstanding, very communicative and super sweet..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10

Fantastic stay at this B&B - 10/10. We can’t say enough good things about the inn and service. The room was quiet and clean and the breakfast was delicious. If you’re in the area, skip the hotels and stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clear communication and easy no-contact check in and out. Clean and comfortable. Check in and out were an hour later and earlier than other properties we stayed with. 3 and 11 would be better.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ahmed

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a small hotel that overlooks Little Traverse Bay. The views are amazing and the rooms are beautiful. The beds are so comfortable. It is truly a hidden gem
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy room and great view!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable place at a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and the view is incredible
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was very unique and cute. Good decor. But not great workmanship and very noisy family above us. Scenery was awesome overlooking the bay. Comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice view but room had pet odor

The view was great. The room was fairly clean, but we did notice a pet odor and there was cat hair near the front door when you walk in. Other than that, it was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time staying here Love it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Marsha

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was great. Service was excellent as well but the pool was a major disappointment. The water in the hot tub was so disgusting you couldn’t even see the steps or the bottom. The pool was gross, cloudy and so disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view. Close to downtown. We left something valuable behind and called to inquire if they found it. Courtney did and shipped it to us and didn’t charge us. She sent above and beyond and we are grateful!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Very nice and relaxing. We'll stay here the next time we're in Petoskey
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a perfect place to stay and easy to get to after the wonderful wedding we attended in Petoskey.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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