Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

2.5 star property
Beachfront comfort, a fitness centre

Photo gallery for Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Lobby
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

Map
1773 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Traverse City State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Traverse City Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Front Street
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View (Upper Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2017
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2017
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Beach View (1 King and 1 Queen Bed - Upper Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 King Bed - Petite (Non-Beach View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, No View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2017
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, No View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2017
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, No View (1 King and 1 Queen Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Room, Multiple Beds (2 king beds, 2 bathrooms, no view)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2017
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
2 bathrooms
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, No View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2017
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Beach View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2017
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View (Upper Floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Accessible Room, 1 King- No View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- 1st Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 37.00 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- Upper Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 37.00 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Traverse City

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel places you steps from Lake Michigan and within a 10-minute stroll of Traverse City Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include free daily breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym and Hot tub. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Traverse City hotel include Front Street and Grand Traverse Bay.

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Front Street - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Centre Ice Arena - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smoke and Porter Public House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bayview Inn Restaurant Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Beachfront comfort, a fitness centre
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel such as an indoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness centre.

Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Traverse City hotel is smoke free.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel offers 99 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

Languages

English, German

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 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
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
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. 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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 21 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Beach Sugar
Sugar Beach
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Traverse City
Sugar Beach Traverse City
Sugar Beach Hotel Traverse City
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Hotel
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Traverse City
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Hotel Traverse City

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

Yep, Sugar Beach Resort Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

Yep, Sugar Beach Resort Hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Traverse City Beach. Fun beach activities include parasailing.

Does Sugar Beach Resort Hotel have a pool?

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Sugar Beach Resort Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sugar Beach Resort Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Sugar Beach Resort Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, free on-the-go brekkie is served daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

No, Sugar Beach Resort Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf is a short 1-minute walk away.

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 985 out of 1551 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1551 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1551 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1551 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1551 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sugar Beach Hotel

Great place.. love being there especially for extended stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kind staff and very clean and lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Seemed short staffed

Hotel was just ok. Nice view on the beach side. Property was clean, but also lots of vacancies this time of year (end of March). Seemed short-staffed. 4 night stay and room was never cleaned or re-supplied. Continental breakfast was set selections that had to be picked the night before. Delivered to the room in a box in the morning at a selected time. No substitutions. Ended up with lots of extra garbage in the room after eating on the edge of our beds. Not really a very enjoyable breakfast. Elevator was a really long walk from the lobby. Great location, maybe a better place to stay during a busier season? Bath fan was out, mainyenance got right on it to get it fixed. Front desk was always polite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
People!!! You need to provide breakfest so we can eat two sausages if we want!! The boxed breakfest is a no go for us!! We wont be returning just because of the boxed breakfest provided for breakfest!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The king size bed in our room was very comfortable! Never had such a good night's sleep in a hotel before.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, Dearborn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing that I did not like was the breakfast I feel like they should’ve had more varieties. I didn’t like the fact that it was delivered to our door. It was like a frozen breakfast, but other than that, the property was beautiful. The people were very sweet and our room was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROSE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very cordial at all times when we went to desk. Always very gracious. They have a new idea with breakfast at your door and i think that is awesome. Was a very enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
The junior suite was excellent. Big bathroom with both a walk in shower and a bath tub. And two sinks. Three tvs. Sitting area had a pull out and a comfortable chair. Right on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great winter family get a way

We had a wonderful family vacation stay. Hotel is very clean, and beds were comfortable. We loved the views from the double balcony in the 2 king room family suit. Great location just outside the busy downtown TC. Pool and hot tub were clean and plenty of towels provided. Kids loved winning prizes in the game room too. Breakfast was delivered promptly to your room at your choice of time. Great recommendation for families. Would stay again! Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at Sugar Beach Resort several times in the past and always enjoy the hotel for the clean rooms, incredible view, great pool/hot tub, and a tasty breakfast delivered to your door.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

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

10/10 Excellent

ALejandra

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely will be back in the summer!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, updated, amazing staff, great pool, nice area great parking!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Have been staying here for years! Absolutely love the staff, the hotel and rooms are always clean and updated, breakfast is an epic deal being free, the pool is nice etc!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that i even received text from desk staff making sure everything was going well and asked if i needed anything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

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

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came here the past 2 years during winter time. Its over half the price then summer, kids love the pool and enjoy walking the beach. Also very friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
no frills but nice size balcony
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, beautiful beach, and amazing view to wake up to. The staff was very friendly and extremely helpful. The breakfast was interesting....rather than making and wasting lots of food for a winter crowd, they asked us to order from a menu, and breakfast was delivered to our room at the specified time. Most included fruit, water and juice. Our entree was a blueberry muffin. Not bad. Our only complaint was that the hot tub could have been hotter. We would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Travelled with family
Sad that they don't have a hot breakfast. Also, the mattresses need to be updated. Very uncomfortable mattress es.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025