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Courtyard Bay City

3.0 star property
Travelers relax riverside at this Bay City hotel, enjoying morning coffee by the outdoor pool and evenings in the welcoming bar.

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Located by the river, Courtyard Bay City welcomes visitors with a coffee shop and garden setting. The property offers indoor/outdoor pools, extended parking, dry cleaning services, and free WiFi. Guests particularly appreciate the attentive staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Bay City, Courtyard Bay City is in the city center and on a river. Birney Park and Wenonah Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Delta College Planetarium and Buoy 18 Miniature Golf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Friendship Shell or The Dow Event Center. Visit our Bay City travel guide
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2 East Main Street, Bay City, MI, 48708

What's nearby

  • Nice city park near the Saginaw river
    Wenonah Park
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • #Golden Bay City Michigan
    Delta College Planetarium
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Airborne & Special Operations Museum, Fayetteville, North Carolina, USA
    Veterans Memorial Park
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Overlooking Downtown Bay City early am. #reflections
    Riverwalk Pier
    8 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Bay County Historical Society
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Starbucks
    6 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    7 min walk
  • H₂O’s Waterside Grill
    3 min drive
  • Tavern 101
    14 min walk

About this property

Courtyard Bay City

Hotel by the river
You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Courtyard Bay City. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and 1 meeting room
  • Laundry services, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: USD 2.75 to 9.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (1,000 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • King sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 2.75 to 9.50 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 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
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Courtyard Bay City Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Bay City
Courtyard Bay City Hotel
Courtyard Bay City Bay City
Courtyard Bay City Hotel Bay City

Frequently asked questions

Does Courtyard Bay City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–11:00 PM.

Is Courtyard Bay City pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Courtyard Bay City?

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

What time is check-out at Courtyard Bay City?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Courtyard Bay City located?

Located in the heart of Bay City, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Bay County Historical Society, Birney Park, and Wenonah Park. Friendship Shell and Delta College Planetarium are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Courtyard Bay City Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 386 out of 559 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 559 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 559 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 559 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 559 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shauntel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
FANTASTIC!!!! Every single bit of our stay! Clean rooms, fabulous breakfast, beautiful beach and pool!
Sunset.
Jet Ski dolphin tour with Jason!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very nice. Room clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very hospitable and very well kept all around.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love being near to river, close to several places to eat, and near the downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucille M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easyt parking and close to great restaurants. Great scenic area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very modern updated rooms with mini fridge. Nice lobby area with Starbucks coffee to purchase, bar service in evening and breakfast for a fee. Pool very small and no hot tub. Ok fitness area
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Surprised and Pleased!

Amazing location and hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this property a few times. The hotel is nice and walking distance to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
easy check in, many amenities, checking it out !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent from check in to check out
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

Nice place to stay in Bay City

The place was nice. Clean the room was large and comfy. Overall a nice place to sat.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location on the river. Walkable attractions nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spotless and very comfortable. Loved the style of the room and bathroom was spacious and clean. We would stay there again and again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff! Room could have been a little cleaner, and wish the breakfast, or lack of was clearer. Room setup was great for 5 and we loved the pool!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

Awesome

Loved it great place to stay and loved that you had food all around you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phanidhar Atreya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well kept property! Loved the stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gekesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is beautiful. Right off the water with a nice view. The rooms are very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and room was very clean and well equipped. Pullout sofabed mattress wasnt horrible and room had linens for bed. We definitely would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

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

Great place to stay in Bay City

Comfy, clean and quiet. We arrived a little early and the staff was so accommodating. Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the room its big and worked for us perfectly staff was kind and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023