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Stafford's Bay View Inn

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Lake Michigan

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Forget-Me-Not Suite, Jetted Tub, 1 King Bed | Living area
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Nestled near Lake Michigan, Stafford's Bay View Inn offers a serene retreat with shopping on site and a peaceful garden. With free in-room WiFi, guests can unwind with newspapers, explore the library or grab a drink at the bar.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free self parking
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
The current price is CA $193
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13

Room options

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Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Jetted bathtub
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 41.8 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Primrose Queen

Primrose Queen

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Trillium Queen Bay View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Primrose King

Primrose King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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Perry Hotel

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 339 reviews
The price is CA $204
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Perry Hotel
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About the area

Map
2011 Woodland Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770

What's nearby

  • Bear River Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Petoskey State Park - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Odawa Casino - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Mackinaw Trail Winery - 8 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Back Lot Beer Garden - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kilwins Chocolate Kitchen - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Stafford's Bay View Inn

Stafford's Bay View Inn offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Michigan. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Free bike rentals and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 31 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 13 to 20 per person

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Stafford's Bay View Inn Petoskey
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Frequently asked questions

Does Stafford's Bay View Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Stafford's Bay View Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Odawa Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Stafford's Bay View Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Stafford's Bay View Inn also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Stafford's Bay View Inn like?

Stafford's Bay View Inn is located a short 2-minute walk from Lake Michigan.

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Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Breakfast
Room
Location
Historical
Amenities
Food
Trails
Lake
Building

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and wonderful with many guests praising the quality and presentation. (22 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Very peaceful and relaxing everyone was super nice.
James, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Worthwhile Location

Lovely area for cocktail hour with bright windows. Outdoor porch has water view. Since it was our first time here, I should have been more particular about our room choice. Our room did not match picture and was quite small. Shower stall quite tiny. Noise from road was loud. These things could have been avoided with better planning on our part. Other options might have met our needs better.
Katherine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Vadia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome
Jose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Valentine trip

Stafford's Bayview Inn is the only place to stay in Petoskey. The personnel are friendly and helpful. The location is great. The food is outstanding.
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

2-ply TP would be nice. In-room, or even on-floor, coffee would have been appreciated. There was no in-room temperature adjustment capability, no microwave, and no TV in the room. The room was quiet. The bed mattress was "hilly". There were sufficient bedside power outlets. The sitting area chairs were quite comfortable. Lighting was good. We enjoyed the jacuzzi tub was nice.
Jim, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This historic property is beautifully restored/maintained. The staff is excellent and friendly, the spaces are charming and lovely. We had a third floor suite with a view of the bay and a comfortable king size bed. The charm of the inn includes the decorating, the food, the hospitality, the location, and even some quirkiness like the historic elevator. We loved it all.
Beverly, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stafford's Bayview Inn is the only place my wife and I choose to stay at in Petoskey. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The restaurant has excellent food. The best-selling feature of the Inn is the elevator. My wife and I love it. Hold on when it starts. What a hoot!
Mark, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

There was no coffee in the room. No television in the room.
Tim, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Staff ** Bobby Jo & Corey are "the" best... Cookies on our pillows... fabulous breakfasts... deelish late afternoon Hors d' oeuvres & cocktails ...!! FOUR STARS for sure..
Paula, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Geoffrey, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was beautiful and the staff friendly and attentive.
Carlina, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Debra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A lovely old inn with very friendly staff.
Leslie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful
Christine, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our rooms were quaint and clean. Staff was helpful and always working to make our stay wonderful. The dining room food was tasty, well presented, with helpful staff. We will be making our stay a yearly trip.
Cara and Ron, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

This is a lovely, historical inn with some unique features. The staff is very warm and friendly, the restaurant serves a great breakfast and you have beautiful views of the lake from the back of the property. However, the inn could use a little updating in some areas. For example, the floors were extremely creaky to the point that just shifting your weight caused a loud creak! Overall, a very nice place to stay.
Janet, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautifully restored property with excellent staff.
Gary, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Shannon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property and friendly service! Loved enjoying wine on the porch overlooking the bay.
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

NO Tv was amazing! We should all learn to unplug!!
Adam, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review