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Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

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A beach with rows of white lounge chairs and umbrellas, a calm sea, and a distant shoreline. - Sugar Beach Resort Hotel (Traverse City)
A large, multi-story hotel with balconies and a beachside location. - Sugar Beach Resort Hotel (Traverse City)
A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window. - Sugar Beach Resort Hotel (Traverse City)
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled deck. - Sugar Beach Resort Hotel (Traverse City)
A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant land. - Sugar Beach Resort Hotel (Traverse City)
Located close to Traverse City Beach, Sugar Beach Resort Hotel provides free to-go breakfast, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Beach View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the sea.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Beach View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a dresser, a chair, and a table.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View (Upper Floor)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View (Upper Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Beach View (1 King and 1 Queen Bed - Upper Floor)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the sea.

Standard Room, Beach View (1 King and 1 Queen Bed - Upper Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(76 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View (Upper Floor)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean through the window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View (Upper Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(107 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (1 King and 1 Queen Bed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room (1 King and 1 Queen Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for 1 King Bed - Petite (Non-Beach View)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, air conditioning unit, and a dresser.

1 King Bed - Petite (Non-Beach View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(95 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds (2 king beds, 2 bathrooms, no view)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the sea.

Room, Multiple Beds (2 king beds, 2 bathrooms, no view)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- 1st Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean through the window.

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- 1st Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- Upper Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the ocean through the sliding doors.

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- Upper Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible Room, 1 King- No View

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, air conditioning unit, and a dresser.

Accessible Room, 1 King- No View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean through the window.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Traverse City, Sugar Beach Resort Hotel is near the airport and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Centre Ice Arena are also worth visiting. With parasailing and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
Map
1773 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686

What's nearby

  • A marina with boats docked, a wooden railing, and a glass of beer.
    Grand Traverse Bay
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset sky.
    Traverse City State Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A beach with a lighthouse, autumn trees, and a cloudy sky.
    Traverse City Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A dock with several boats moored alongside, a wooden pier, and buildings in the background.
    Front Street
    4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Culver's
    19 min walk
  • Burger King
    18 min walk
  • Wendy's
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks
    7 min drive
  • Tropical Smoothie Cafe
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
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
4 children, up to the age of 21 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Sugar Beach Resort Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Sugar Beach Resort Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

What time is check-out at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sugar Beach Resort Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City hotel is just steps from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Lake Michigan. Grand Traverse Bay and Traverse City State Park are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1289 out of 1927 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 430 out of 1927 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1927 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1927 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1927 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel with friendly staff and awesome location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean and the staff extremely friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful hotel and even better view. My husband and I had such a good time we plan to come and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beautiful beach, the location of things to done and the wonderful staff of the Sugar Beach hotel they were so helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall everything was clean, housekeeping staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, breakfast delivered to room,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was nice and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view! We enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our room was clean and the location/amenities were excellent. We really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice clean and well maintained property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was delivered to our door:) staff was helpful and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location was great. Not downtown Travers but right on the bay. The room was facing the bay and they have a nice sandy beach. Hotel is a bit older but clean and staff were personable and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel! Super clean, great pool for kids and an excellent location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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such a nice facility with nice people and such a nice touch for the breakfast to go!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, beach was fabulous, beds very comfortable and everything very clean. Highly recommend !!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel and close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful view of Grand Traverse Bay. Pretty room, very comfortable bed, and we loved the pool area. Very friendly staff, breakfast delivered to our door. We have stayed here before, and it is always a really nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The facility is very clean. The view is spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Extremely curious staff and the lake view is awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very nice. The boxed breakfast delivered to our room was excellent! We definately will return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved this place. Having the beach right outside the room was the best. The room was very spacious and comfortable. The pool area was great as well. They have an adult hour which was very convenient. The two days stay went so fast. Very satisfied with this hotel and will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice room, clean and well supplied. Staff very friendly and helpful. Cleaning staff great and very cheerful. Decent breakfast for a boxed meal
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so receptive to any request. We liked our location as we could walk out from our room to the beach. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The hot tub was very nice, clean. The view from the balcony was very nice. Coffee was terrible as well as housekeeping, trash was not collected.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026