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Bay Inn

2.5 star property

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An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub area, wooden walls, and a table with chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a large bathtub, and wall-mounted artwork.
A reception desk with framed pictures of the Bay Inn, Tawas, and The Crow's Nest Inn.
A coastal hotel with a parking lot, a marina in the background, and a view of the sea.
A room with a sofa, a round ottoman, a table, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug

Explore the area

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1020 W Lake Street, Tawas City, MI, 48763
  • Place, Gateway Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tawas City Park Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Tawas Point State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and wall art depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets Allowed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting nature scenes.

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a large bathtub, and wall-mounted artwork.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets Allowed)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and wall art depicting nature scenes.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Pets Allowed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Tawas City

Bay Inn puts you in the heart of Tawas City, within just a 10-minute stroll of Lake Huron and Gateway Park. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub as well as access to volleyball. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this Tawas City hotel, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Tawas City Park Beach and 3.1 km (2 mi) from Ascension St. Joseph Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Gateway Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tawas City Park Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tawas Point State Park - 16 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Tawas Point Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Saganing Eagles Landing Casino - 52 min drive - 74.1 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Beer Co. & Boozery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪China Buffet - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Bay Inn

Bay Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is served daily. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Bay Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tawas City hotel.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bay Inn offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Tawas City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 3 for credit card payments
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: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 30 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 3

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
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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Bay Inn Tawas
Bay Tawas
Tawas Bay Inn
Bay Inn Tawas City
Bay Inn Hotel
Bay Tawas City
Bay Inn Tawas City
Bay Inn Hotel Tawas City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bay Inn?

Bay Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Inn?

As of 30 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Inn on 30 Aug 2026 start from NZ$186, 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 parking available at Bay Inn?

Yep, Bay Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Bay Inn?

Yep, Bay Inn is a short 19-minute walk from Tawas City Park Beach. Fun beach activities include water tubing, kayaking and canoeing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Bay Inn have a pool?

Bay Inn has an indoor pool.

Does Bay Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bay Inn?

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

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

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

Bay Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 445 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly people and workers clean room pool and got tub nice breakfasts everything was good but boiled eggs was frozen but think they might have had problem with the cooler they where in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean updated rooms and pool area Staff were great Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, everything smelled fresh. The continental breakfast was actually decent. Overall a good experience and I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff was very friendly. Love the heated floors in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, nice staff. Good location in Tawas.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and helpful staff. Breakfast offerings just ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff all weee friendly, helpful and accessible. Pool and hot tub were warm. Hotel was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay, always friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Gabriella L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was always nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was great, staff was friendly! Rooms were nice. It was a nice relaxing stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and very comfortable spacious king size bed😊
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable, we had our dog with us. All the staff was amazing and accommodating. There was a problem with our refrigerator and they put a brand new one in our room in under 15mins!! Thank you!! Breakfast was great, the hot tub was clean and relaxing,the pool was warm. Would absolutely recommend,and definitely will be staying again!!! Thank you Bay Inn of Tawas.!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is dated, but the front desk staff is superb! The stay was good, quiet and comfortable. Again, the front desk, staff was phenomenal!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly and very friendly hotel staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, wish we could’ve got a bay said view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean. Front desk attendant was very pleasant and helpful. Older building but the room was in good shape.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool and spa are well maintained in good working order. I would definitely go back here again. Mosdt important Bay Inn is a good valuegood order Breakfast was
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The whole facility was very clean. Office staff was happy, helpfull and informative. Would not hesitate to rebook the business
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near Lake Huron parks. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always loved staying here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and affordable rates pool access and jacuzzi
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hot tub wax awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, with great views of Lake Huron. Lots of places to eat in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025