Inn at Bay Harbor

4.0 star property
On private beach with seasonal outdoor pool, near Great Lakes Center for the Arts

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Exterior
Lobby
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar
Front of property – evening/night
3 restaurants, breakfast served

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • On private beach
The current price is NZ$393
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Explore the area

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3600 Village Harbor Drive, Petoskey, MI, 49770
  • Place, Great Lakes Center for the Arts
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Crooked Tree Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Odawa Casino
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2019
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2019
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2019
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2019
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Resort View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2019
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Murphy Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2019
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Murphy Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Petoskey

A family-friendly stay in Petoskey awaits you at Inn at Bay Harbor. Within a 10-minute stroll you'll find Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Crooked Tree Golf Club within a 30-minute walk. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering at The Spa at Inn at Bay Harbor can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body wraps along with aromatherapy and reflexology. The restaurant, The Sagamore Room, is open for breakfast and brunch. The Cabana Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Spend the day at the private beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site 24-hour gym and Hot tub. 9900 square feet (920 square metres) of event facilities include 6 meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Bay Harbor hotel include Odawa Casino and Mackinaw Trail Winery.

What's nearby

  • Great Lakes Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Crooked Tree Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bay Harbor Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Odawa Casino - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Mackinaw Trail Winery - 9 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Inn at Bay Harbor

On private beach with seasonal outdoor pool, near Great Lakes Center for the Arts
Step outside to unwind on the sandy beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Inn at Bay Harbor such as a seasonal outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. This beach hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness centre, a hot tub and a garden. A complete renovation of Inn at Bay Harbor was completed in May 2019.

This 4-star Petoskey hotel is smoke free.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • 9900 sq ft of conference space
  • 920 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1998
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar by the pool
Inn at Bay Harbor offers 115 accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Fridges, coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided.

The Spa at Inn at Bay Harbor has 6 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: High-speed internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 26 for adults and USD 11 to 11 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Cabana Bar
  • The Inn Cafe
  • The Sagamore Room
  • Vintage Chophouse

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Foosball table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Hot tub
  • Ice skating
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear
  • Snowshoeing
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • 9,900 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1998
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Renovated entire property - May 2019
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Pay films
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions prior to arrival; 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 25.00 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: 10 per cent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Fitness centre access
  • Newspaper
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Shuttle service
  • Ski storage
  • Valet parking
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 26 for adults and USD 11 to 11 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 16 May and close on 31 October.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times and massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Inn Bay Harbor Renaissance Lake Michigan Golf Resort
Inn Renaissance Golf Resort

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Inn at Bay Harbor?

The closest beach to Inn at Bay Harbor is Harbor Springs Beach (7.7 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Inn at Bay Harbor?

As of 14 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn at Bay Harbor on 15 Dec 2025 start from NZ$357.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a spa on site at Inn at Bay Harbor?

Yep, The Spa at Inn at Bay Harbor is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as sports massages.

Does Inn at Bay Harbor have a pool?

Inn at Bay Harbor has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May 16 to October 31).

What luxury perks are available at Inn at Bay Harbor?

Inn at Bay Harbor features a private beach, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and fireplaces.

What makes Inn at Bay Harbor a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as premium bedding and fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Inn at Bay Harbor.

Is Inn at Bay Harbor family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a private beach, as well as cots/infant beds and travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Inn at Bay Harbor is a hit with families.

Does Inn at Bay Harbor serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Inn at Bay Harbor?

No, Inn at Bay Harbor does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Inn at Bay Harbor?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Inn at Bay Harbor?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Inn at Bay Harbor?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Inn at Bay Harbor?

There is a golf course next to Inn at Bay Harbor.

Inn at Bay Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 188 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on the bay. Great biking into Petosky and Harbor Springs. Lots of little kids in the summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

snjezana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Royal

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellence from check-in to check-out. Would recommend this property for anyone planning a stay in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camila, Holland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had quiet relaxing time. Great views of the lake. Nice dinner at the hotel. Staff was welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outdoor dining was wonderful. Fire pit was relaxing. Pool was perfect. Room was above shipping area with some noise, but fine, though long walk. Next time I will request a quiet room facing water.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful and well kept. Staff friendly and very helpful. Scenery was spectacular especially the sunsets over Lake Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lina

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fabulous time. Love this olace!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Beautiful hotel, staff was very nice, gorgeous views. Bugs were inescapable (due to being on water not due to cleanliness of hotel) making balcony unusable and spending time outside unenjoyable. Hotel very clean but pesky bugs throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property, friendly, welcoming staff. We will return if we can. Enjoyed our stay in this lovely area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was small with no closet large enough for a 5 day stay with 2 people. No dresser.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location with all the amenities needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genci

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never stayed in such a beautiful place. Staff was amazing and dining was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024