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Stafford's Bay View Inn

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Terrace/patio
Forget-Me-Not Suite, Jetted Tub, 1 King Bed | Living area
Property grounds
Stafford's Bay View Inn, near Lake Michigan, offers a quiet getaway with on-site shopping and a relaxing garden. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi, newspapers in common areas, a well-stocked library, and a bar for evening drinks.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is €122
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

Room options

View all photos for Trillium Queen Bay View

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Trillium Queen Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Jetted bath
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 42 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Primrose Queen

Primrose Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Primrose King

Primrose King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Petoskey, Stafford's Bay View Inn is on the beach. Oden State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center and Andrew J. Blackbird Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Petoskey State Park.
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Map
2011 Woodland Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770

What's nearby

  • Bear River Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Petoskey State Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Odawa Casino - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Mackinaw Trail Winery - 10 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Back Lot - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Stafford's Bay View Inn

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Take advantage of shopping on-site, a garden and a library at Stafford's Bay View Inn. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business centre.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and express check-out
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Stafford's Bay View Inn include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 13 to 20 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Stafford's Bay View Inn Petoskey
Stafford's Bay View Petoskey
Stafford's Bay View
Stafford`s Bay View Hotel Petoskey
Stafford's Bay View Inn Hotel
Stafford's Bay View Inn Petoskey
Stafford's Bay View Inn Hotel Petoskey

Frequently asked questions

Is Stafford's Bay View Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

As of 7 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stafford's Bay View Inn on 26 Oct 2025 start from €122.27, 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.

How much is parking at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stafford's Bay View Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Petoskey hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Bear River and Bear River Park. Petoskey State Park and Little Traverse History Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Stafford's Bay View Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 486 out of 641 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 641 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 641 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 641 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 641 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Sandy

Historical building well cared for great service good food quiet stay perfect for the recharge of weekend events
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic Inn on the Lake - great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay / great property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property...staff is awesome...will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking and view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Felt comfortable and peaceful. Wonderful view of the bay and the grounds were beautiful. No television which was no concern but bring a good book with you. Older crowd but very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere is fantastic! The service amazing !!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay! Outstanding people, great food and comfortable rooms! It is a b&b with great history….highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our first stay here and it was exactly what we hoped for: a quiet friendly clean place in a walkable area with beautiful views nearby and quick access to Petoskey’s many attractions, including the beautiful Bay View neighborhood and its historic landmarks. I loved the absence of in-room televisions! Restaurant was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff. Includes everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, parking, elegant
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter R. Ramage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect little get away right on the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the charming hotel, gorgeous views of Little Traverse Bay and courteous staff. Renovations have made this historic landmark quite comfortable. We were able to easily ride our bikes into Petosky and to the State Park. Our room (which faced highway 31) was a bit noisier than expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The history of the Inn and neighboring Bay View is fascinating and unique. The area is definitely worth a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waitress Romanian Rita was amazing. The landscape and grounds were beautiful with flowers in bloom. The library lounge was convenient for playing cards or catching up on the football games.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. It is near the lake with a rocky beach from which I saw the sunset. The porch and dining room have views of the beautiful garden flowers and the lake. I loved the blue/white room with an alcove that we had. The place has a lot of charm! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My sister and I were there for 3 nights in mid August . We especially enjoyed the 4-5 o’clock happy hour with a free cocktail and either yummy cookies or cheese and crackers. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel. 🏨
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful. Great ambiance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynde

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic property on the Bay! Super friendly staff. Don’t miss Sunday brunch!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, cozy and clean room, Victorian charm!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Quaint rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corisna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely enjoyed our stay! From when you have entered the attention to detail is exquisite! Staff was welcoming and they made us feel special. Every day from 4-5 they have a cocktail hour, which you get to socialize with the other guests. We enjoyed a breakfast the one morning and the food perfect. Our room was perfect and we received 2 cookies daily, which made our stay even more special. Cookies and coffee! I would definitely book another stay at this property. Thank you so much for making our stay feel perfect!
Sunset at property
Breakfast at their restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025