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The Sierra Motel

Property class: 2
Travelers find a peaceful retreat at this garden-surrounded motel where they can stay connected while enjoying the tranquil atmosphere

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall. - The Sierra Motel (Traverse City)
A green armchair, a wooden side table, and a wall-mounted painting of a bird on a branch. - The Sierra Motel (Traverse City)
A reception area with a wooden panel wall, a framed picture, and a ceiling light fixture. - The Sierra Motel (Traverse City)
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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | TV - The Sierra Motel (Traverse City)
The Sierra Motel provides a comfortable getaway near Lake Michigan. Guests unwind in the garden while keeping connected with in-room WiFi. The property offers practical amenities including self parking and a vending machine for added convenience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a clock, and a book titled 'Sofia Coppola Archives'.

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a green armchair, a nightstand with a lamp, and two artworks on the wall.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a green armchair, a painting of a toucan, and a brick wall.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Triangle Neighborhood, a neighborhood in Traverse City, is home to The Sierra Motel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Great Lakes Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
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230 Munson Ave, Traverse City, MI, 49686

What's nearby

  • A slice of fruit crumble pie on a glass plate with a coffee cup in the background.
    Front Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A beach at sunset with people sitting and standing near the water.
    Clinch Park Beach
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • The Dennos Museum Center
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bryant Park
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Traverse Area District Library
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Culver's
  • Starbucks
    9 min walk
  • The Little Fleet
    3 min drive
  • Bubba's
    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 uncovered self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM 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

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sierra Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sierra Motel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sierra Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Sierra Motel located?

Located in Triangle Neighborhood, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Front Street and Lake Michigan. Traverse City Beach is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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

The Sierra Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 358 out of 425 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 425 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 425 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 425 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 425 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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We had a wonderful time at The Sierra Motel! It was cute, clean, and very comfortable! The location was perfect and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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Location, price, comfort all were excellent. A charming retro motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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The best place our family stayed yet during our week long
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

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The room was well decorated, clean, quiet and the bed was very comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rossana

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Great location and room was good!!! Very retro
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karin

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A lovely stay! The rooms was immaculately clean and the owners were so nice. Great location and the most adorable 50s funky tiki (tasteful) theme. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Casey

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Had a wonderful stay. Motel was unique with lots of personality and character. Great amenities and very friendly staff. Highly recommend, already looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelby

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I absolutely loved the look and layout of the room. It felt warm, cozy, and truly homey the moment we walked in. The thoughtful design made it a comfortable place to relax after a long day. I would definitely stay here again and recommend the Sierra Motel to anyone looking for a clean, inviting place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

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I have stayed at this hotel while traveling through the area multiple times. The owner is always there greeting me and is very friendly and helpful. Clean, updated with comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

katherine

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Well maintained, clean, friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

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Great place. Friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Becky

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Enjoyed our stay at the Sierra Motel. The location was great. It is updated and decorated very cute. Our only complaint is the proximity to the road which was noisy. The air conditioner was also very loud. Not great if you’re a light sleeper. Otherwise very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Parking was easy. Hotel has a nice mid-century style. Owner was friendly. Close to a supermarket and to downtown. TV had NBC, so I was able to watch the NBA Semifinals. If I ever return to Traverse City I’ll stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Room was super cute! Staff was super friendly and the room was
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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Charming hotel and kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kellie

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It is a lovingly, but modernly restored roadside motel. From the moment you see it on the road, it invites you in. Cute pastel colored doors and fun black and white awnings welcome you. It's a boutique, retro feel that is sparkling clean and refreshing. The rooms are just as clean and refreshing as they appear from the outside. Sleek, but comfortable. 10/10 We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kelli

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Loved this cute well kept property! Very convenient location easy parking and comfy and well equipped room ! Would definitely stay here again !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adorable lodgings and super friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a great little gem in Traverse City! It's not a super-fancy, luxury resort, but it is spotless, and the rooms are spotless and adorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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Amazing vintage small hotel with Superb customer service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katlyn

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This Motel was lovely to stay in. Friendly staff and clean room. Perfect place for a trip to Traverse City!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So comfortable and lovely, what sweet owners!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Salena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, me and my bf loved the vintage style.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy, clean and affordable motel close to downtown TC, wineries and beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gricell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great condition, clean, great decor and great host. Great Location for driving to the sites in Traverse City and area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025