Escape to Sugar Beach Resort Hotel, a haven by Lake Michigan where you can unwind on the beach with sun loungers. Soak up the fun at the arcade/game room or relax in the spa tub, then recharge with a free to-go breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about this family-friendly gem for its beach locale and helpful staff.
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
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Wendy's - 6 min drive
Margaritas Grill - 6 min drive
Burger King - 18 min walk
Bayview Inn Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
Jimmy John's - 5 min drive
About this property
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
When you stay at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Guests can get a morning swim in at the indoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Also, this hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Front Street. The helpful staff and family-friendly amenities get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
99 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Up to 4 children (21 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
On the beach
Personal watercraft (motorized)
Golfing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Ski runs nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Arcade/game room
Hot tub
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
LED light bulbs
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Beach Sugar
Sugar Beach
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Traverse City
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Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Hotel
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Traverse City
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Hotel Traverse City
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Turtle Creek Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Sugar Beach Resort Hotel also has a fitness center and an arcade.
What's the area around Sugar Beach Resort Hotel like?
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel is a short 6-minute drive from Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) and 7 minutes' walk from Traverse City Beach. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The beach was well-kept, clean, and offered beautiful views, with convenient amenities like beach chairs and towels. (156 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Aug 29, 2025
Clean, convenient, right on the beach.
Clean, convenient, right on the beach. Everything we could have hoped for.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2025
Nice Hotel
clean rooms, polite staff and boat rentals
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
We enjoyed it very much. Room was clean and hotel staff was friendly and helpful.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2025
Stay at Sugar Beach Resort
Sugar Beach is conveniently located in Traverse City. The staff is attentive and the daily breakfast was a plus!
Janet
Janet, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 31, 2025
Clean and Quiet
Clean room and quiet stay. My husband was disappointed in “box breakfast”vs breakfast bar.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Aws
The stay was amazing the beaches were clean, the staff was wonderful and within walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Charles
Charles, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
A couple days stay during the week
Staff is very friendly, rooms and hotel very clean, beach is very nice.
SEAN
SEAN, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
Wonderful Stay!
We loved this hotel and the convenience of not having to travel to the beach. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating. Bonus points for having Starbuck's coffee in the room. The boxed breakfasts were nice, although it would be nice to substitute some items. We will definitely come back again.
Susan
Susan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2025
The room was lovely & view amazing. The bed looked so inviting & comfy. All staff were wonderful & the beach was kept clean, neat & beautiful. Was so pleased with how quiet the grounds were- even when the beach filled up. Loved the convenience of TC water sports right on the premises too. Thank you. Rate of room per night was a bit pricey.
Lynn
Lynn, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Would stay again!
Staff was very friendly. Room was clean and breakfast being delivered to the room with a selectable time window was very convenient.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
Great location, easy check in, the boxed breakfast was a plus.
Valerie
Valerie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Very clean room, check in, beach area
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
Would recommend
Always a good place to stay.
George
George, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Was good, excellent location and staff
Ana
Ana, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2025
Favorite hotel in TC
Sugar Beach is our favorite place to stay in TC. Very clean rooms and common areas; private well-maintained beach with chairs, lounges and umbrellas; close to lots of restaurants and other activities. Highly recommend!
Dawn
Dawn, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2025
Great place to stay
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Comfortable, clean, and beautiful views!
We had a great time at Sugar Beach Resort! It's very clean, you constantly see staff picking up garbage, straightening chairs, and cleaning up around the beach. The boxed breakfasts aren't anything exciting but it was convenient and punctual.
We enjoyed beautiful sunset views, a comfortable room, and friendly service. We would certainly return!
Matthew
Matthew, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2025
Best Getaway
We had the best time and experience ever. The hotel room was amazing so much room, very clean, the breakfasts were perfect and delivered every morning to our door. The beach was clean and well maintained. Staff were helpful and service was wonderful.
Brittany
Brittany, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Beautiful hotel and location
The staff was super friendly and helpful. The location and lake view was amazing! The options for box breakfasts was pretty good and healthy which were delivered to your room at the requested time. Overall we loved our stay there!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2025
Very beautiful location and beach.
Ayaan Ahmed Mayooq
Ayaan Ahmed Mayooq, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Excellent hotel on the beach.
Fantastic stay! Hotel is great. Very clean. Helpful friendly staff. Rooms are nicely decorated, cheerful and have everything you need. Beach is clean and beautiful. Plenty of lounge chairs. Nice indoor pool and hot tub. Convenient location. Beautiful sunsets.
Carol
Carol, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
Great place
Ruhit
Ruhit, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Highly recommend this resort. Comfortable, clean, beautiful pool. Staff was so froliendly and helpful. The beach is incredible!!! So happybwith our experience and will absolutely stay here again.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
One of the better hotels I've stayed at in a while. Bed was soft and comfortable,staff was nice.
Dillon
Dillon, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 23, 2025
Friendly Staff and Very clean
Staff are so friendly and helpful and check in via text to make sure you are satisfied. The room is spacious and all areas are very clean. Coffee is available in the lobby 24/7 which is great for an early riser. Bed was too firm for my back but all else was very good. Continental Breakfast is delivered to room for everyone at your chosen time.