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Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and 4 indoor pools

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Mini-golf
4 indoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Arcade
Near Bronner's Christmas Wonderland, Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth provides free water park access, a swim-up bar, and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 3 hot tubs. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and German cuisine. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as mini golf and a garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking included

Room options

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King Whirlpool Suite w/Spa Bath | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

King Whirlpool Suite w/Spa Bath

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 76 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(380 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
1 Covered Bridge Ln, Frankenmuth, MI, 48734

What's nearby

  • River Place Shops - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Frankenmuth Historical Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Fortress Golf Course - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bronner's Christmas Wonderland - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Julians Winery - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zehnder's of Frankenmuth - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bavarian Inn Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zehnder's Marketplace - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ratskeller at Bavarian Inn Lodge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Frankenmuth Cheese Haus - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth

Family-friendly hotel near Bronner's Christmas Wonderland
At Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth, you can look forward to free water park access, a swim-up bar, and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 3 hot tubs. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and German cuisine. In addition to mini golf and a garden, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • 4 indoor pools and a children's pool, along with a lazy river, a waterslide, and cabanas
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine, meeting rooms, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the family-friendly amenities, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 360 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking within 0.01 miles
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lorelei Lounge
  • Omas
  • Ratskeller

Things to do

  • 3 hot tubs
  • 4 indoor pools
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free water park
  • Gym
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Table tennis
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 4 indoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Free water park access
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 15,005 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • 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 49.99
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 49.99
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.00 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.00 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 49.99 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 49.99 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.00 per day

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property is also known as

Bavarian Inn Frankenmuth
Bavarian Inn
Bavarian Frankenmuth
Bavarian Hotel Frankenmuth
Bavarian Resort Frankenmuth
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth Hotel
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth Frankenmuth
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth Hotel Frankenmuth

Frequently asked questions

Does Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 Indoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 49.99 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 49.99 (subject to availability).

Where is Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth located?

This family-friendly Frankenmuth hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of River Place Shops and Bronner's Christmas Wonderland. Michigan's Military and Space Heroes Museum and The Fortress Golf Course are also within 15 minutes.

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Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1697 out of 2513 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 542 out of 2513 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 2513 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 2513 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 2513 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was clean and in order, the staff was friendly and professional, and the food was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, rooms are very clean, and staff is very courteous. Would definitely come back here to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice. The room was very clean and comfortable. The pool was so nice. A great place for young kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jedidiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick walk to downtown. This is the perfect place to stay for families. Spacious rooms, and plenty of activities inside for all ages.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, I love the shopping and water park conne ted and an addition to the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lot of fun!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Amenities
We have been to the Bavarian Inn many times and always enjoy it! We came to experience the new water park, which was fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grether

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything the waterpark was the best
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Barbara

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fair
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

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

Great place for a stay

It was great Comfort was top notch very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will be going back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good 👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Wonderful accommodations- excellent customer service from every area- from dining, arcade area, water park- very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bavarian Blast was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jadranka

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was so crowded in the rest of the hotel pool or Jacuzzi. No parking available for overnight guest
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Annual Frankenmuth trip.

It's always a pleasure to stay at the Bavarian Inn Lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place! The Lodge is huge, complete with restaurants and waterparks. Great place to take a family with young kids. Rooms are comfortable and clean, if a bit dated. The staff was wonderful and helpful. And if you get a chance, take a walk along the river in Heritage Park. It's very beautiful on a sunny day and the Willow and Locust trees are amazing!
Covered Bridge
The Lodge
A most beautiful riverside park
Lodge
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shantarius

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waterpark was awesome! Hotel was clean and in great condition! I enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have been staying at Bavarian Inn for years. We love it there. It has gotten so pricey, I think next time well stay elsewhere in Frankenmuth. The new water park is nice, but my sons have mostly outgrown the water park experience. I love the grounds, they're beautiful. The rooms are average. The arcade has always been a favorite for my 4 sons! We enjoy the indoor putt-putt as well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Swim up bar had the best employees. Omahs, Lorelei, and Ratskiller were terrible
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Civers

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Swim up bar
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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