Stafford's Bay View Inn

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Forget-Me-Not Suite, Jetted Tub, 1 King Bed | Living area
Property grounds
Bicycling

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Friendly staff, property condition

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Primrose Room (shower only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Trilium, Bay View (shower only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cherry Blossom Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Cherry Blossom Suite, Bay View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Jetted bathtub
Daily housekeeping
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Forget-Me-Not Suite, Jetted Tub, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private indoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Aster Suite, Jetted Tub, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private indoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Jetted bathtub
Daily housekeeping
  • 42 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Primrose Room (shower/tub combo)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Aster Suite, Jetted Tub, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Private indoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Trillium, Bay View (Shower/Tub combo)

Highlights

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

Primrose Room (shower/tub combo)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Take advantage of shopping on site, a garden, and a library at Stafford's Bay View Inn. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, express check-out, and a computer station
  • An elevator, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Stafford's Bay View Inn include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English

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

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Shopping

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Library

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beachfront location
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

More

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Stafford's Bay View Inn Petoskey
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Stafford's Bay View
Stafford`s Bay View Hotel Petoskey
Stafford's Bay View Inn Hotel
Stafford's Bay View Inn Petoskey
Stafford's Bay View Inn Hotel Petoskey

Frequently asked questions

Is Stafford's Bay View Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stafford's Bay View Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Petoskey hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Bear River, and Bear River Park. Petoskey State Park and Little Traverse History Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Stafford's Bay View Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 418 out of 556 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 556 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 556 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 556 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 556 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was no coffee in the room. No television in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlina, La Grange

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and the staff friendly and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie, Lawton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely old inn with very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara and Ron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautifully restored property with excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NO Tv was amazing! We should all learn to unplug!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Fishers

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay for 2 nights. Charming old hotel with lots of character and creaky floors (as advertised!) Staff was friendly and location was close to everything in and around Petoskey.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property and the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Delightful & quaint! Definitely will go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quaint inn featuring a beautiful sun room and nice front porch. Staff is welcoming and eager to please. Highly recommend, only 45 minutes from Mackinac City.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elevator is a historic relic… fun at first but pain thereafter…takes 2 people to operate easily with luggage…nice bar, sun room, dining rooms, library… good size rooms and great beds. So central and convenient with plenty of free parking!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well above expectations
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Waterford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely little hotel about 1.5 miles from the shopping district and it located right on M31.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for the experience. No TV’s in the rooms, but we caught the Tiger came in the library and met some sweet people. Sunset views from the private beach were great. Staff was attentive and engaging.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Northville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfasts, social hour in afternoon was really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Fred

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing a old very old house/ converted Hotel yet hestiate on not just calling it a motel. There are hundreds of cheaper options for the quailty of service that we had, but also i blame Exedia because i booked the Stafford Perry Hotel not the Stafford inn. 38yr wedding annver pretty much wrecked because of us wanting high end and being charged high end but yet have stayed at nicer motel 6 units before.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

sharyl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We asked Lori for sunset charters and ignored. The molding in the door to go on balcony popped off, apparently iccurs all the time. The room was awesome! Bathroom was awesome. We wanted to use the jacuzzi. Well, it took an hour to fill. No bath mat w rubber on the bottom to get out. This inn was beautiful, loved the people, the perfect viewing of sunsets, great parking. No bell hops. I will say the age group is baby boomers and older.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

darrell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great quiet hotel with some history and convenient to attractions of the area. Staff was super courteous and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024