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    Anchor Inn on the Bay

    87 reviews
    #23 of 40 Hotels in Traverse City
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    12068 S West Bay Shore Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684-5260
    (231) 928-5042
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      4.0 87 reviews
      • Excellent57%
      • Very good24%
      • Average9%
      • Poor8%
      • Terrible2%
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      AMENITIES
      Free Wifi
      Free Parking
      Air Conditioning
      Beachfront
      Non-Smoking Hotel
      Kitchenette
      Breakfast included
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      Reviewed 23 September 2018 via mobile
      Our Wedding

      Anchor Inn hosted our wedding weekend June 21-24, 2018. After searching many venue options in TC, nothing seemed right until we discovered this location. It was really important to us to find a "one-stop-shopping" site. Almost all of our guests were traveling from out of...More

      Thank Jenne M
      Reviewed 25 August 2018
      Clean and Great Amenties

      We rented a one-bedroom cabin for 4 nights and appreciated that the owners let is do this, since their cabins usually have a 1 week minimum in the summer. We also appreciated being near Traverse City,. but away from the noise and crowds. It is...More

      Thank Polly b
      Reviewed 12 August 2018
      Cute Kitchenettes in a city of souless hotels

      We loved staying at the Anchor Inn by the Bay. The location was perfect for us, as it was outside of the chaos of downtown, but close enough to ride your bike or jump in the car for a 5-minute drive. They are located right...More

      Thank sueski99
      Reviewed 7 August 2018
      We had our 3rd Family Reunion

      This hotel is classic beach cabins, the buildings are maintained well there is a beach across the street with a bonfire pit also a bonfire pit near the cabins also. I think all the units 1 bedroom and larger have a kitchenette. It is very...More

      Thank Paul C
      Reviewed 2 August 2018 via mobile
      Another Great Week

      Just left Anchor Inn last Saturday. This was the 4th year in a row my husband and I spent a week there. Very satisfied and plan to stay every year. This motel is nothing fancy, but very clean, great location and everything we need. The...More

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      The Anchor Inn on the Bay is a quaint family style resort on the West Grand Traverse Bay - situated in a beautiful park like setting. You may choose from 1, 2 or bedroom cottages with full kitchens - or a unique …More motel room. All rooms are air conditioned. We are on M-22 just 2 miles north of Traverse City. Less
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      HOTEL FEATURES
      Free Parking
      Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
      Beachfront
      Air Conditioning
      Microwave
      Non-Smoking Hotel
      Refrigerator in room
      Pool
      Room Service
      Restaurant
      Bar/Lounge
      Breakfast included
      Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
      Hotel Style
      On the Beach
      Room types
      Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms
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      Hotel Style
      On the Beach
      Room types
      Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms
      Number of rooms
      14
      Price range
      US$60 - US$220 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
      Location
      United States > Michigan > Grand Traverse County > Traverse City
      Contact Information
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      Hotel Style
      On the Beach
      Room types
      Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms
      Number of rooms
      14
      Price range
      US$60 - US$220 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
      Location
      United States > Michigan > Grand Traverse County > Traverse City
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      "Get the kitchenette"
      sueski99
      12 Aug 2018
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      "Book this early in the summer season they are fully booked most of the summer"
      MICouple77
      7 Aug 2018
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      "I was unable to get a "ratings" response option."
      deborahe820
      30 May 2018
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      "We love the hotel style room since we do not prepare any meals."
      Bubba11111
      2 Nov 2017
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