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Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

2.5 star property
Travelers enjoy the perfect riverfront stay with pool lounging and convenient breakfast options before heading out to explore Bay City

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Indoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront (Bay City)
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront (Bay City)
The Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront offers scenic river views, a to-go breakfast, a lobby fireplace, a 24-hour gym, an indoor pool with sun loungers, luggage storage, and meeting facilities.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Bay City, Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront is in the city center and on a river. Bay County Historical Society and Friendship Shell are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Ted Putz Nature Area. Delta College Planetarium and Buoy 18 Miniature Golf are also worth visiting. With kayaking, sailing, and boat tours nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Bay City travel guide
Map
501 Saginaw Street, Bay City, MI, 48708

What's nearby

  • Wenonah Park
    Wenonah Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Delta College Planetarium
    Delta College Planetarium
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Airborne & Special Operations Museum, Fayetteville, North Carolina, USA
    Veterans Memorial Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Riverwalk Pier
    Riverwalk Pier
    11 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Bay County Historical Society
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    4 min walk
  • Tavern 101
    6 min walk
  • Jimmy John's
    5 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

Hotel by the river
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a 24-hour gym.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 99 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak well of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

3 Palms Bay City
3 Palms Inn
3 Palms Inn Bay City
Comfort Inn Motel Bay City
Bay City Quality Inn
Comfort Inn Motel
Comfort Inn Bay City

Frequently asked questions

Does Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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

What time is check-in at Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–11:00 PM at scheduled times.

Where is Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront located?

Located in the heart of Bay City, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Bay County Historical Society and Wenonah Park. Friendship Shell and Delta College Planetarium are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 515 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

justice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly, breakfast was yummy!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in walking distance to restaurants and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeseca

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfrast is great the pool is okay bathrooms are super tight
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very friendly. Building could use some upgrades. Overall very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and very friendly staff will stay again if in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Staff & service
Clean rooms,friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Markus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, reasonable and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was clean and comfortable. The staff is friendly and competent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, accommodating, and safe. Great employees!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the nicest Comfort Inn I have ever been to and so many other hotels I’ve been to and paid so much more. We definitely will frequent this hotel if we get back up this way.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaqueal

Liked: Amenities
Great Stay, Very clean, Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were wonderful. I felt like a guest from the time I arrived until I left. Even with terrible winter weather, the hotel floors stayed dry and clean. I’ll definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean updated rooms. Courteous staff from check in to check out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I actually 12;20-21;2025 the room was clean, comfortable, and the staff was kind, responsive, professional, and seemed genuinely caring. I would recommend this property Highly!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night after the Bay City wine walk and had great service. Had a nice breakfast bar in the morning and staff were awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was really clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. I had a perfecyly fine stay. A little bummed there was no hot tub in the pool area. Breakfast was just fibe as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

McKenna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great staff/pretty clean. Some dirty towels left in the room but overall great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
beautiful view, the hotel is old but it is well kept. bed was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Malissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was friendly. Breakfast was nice. Elevator a little funky.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025