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Inn at Bay Harbor

4.0 star property
On private beach with outdoor pool, near Great Lakes Center for the Arts

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The Inn at Bay Harbor, Autograph Collection offers an upscale escape near the Great Lakes Center for the Arts. Guests relax on sun loungers, enjoy sports massages at the spa, and savor beachfront dining with stunning views. On-site restaurants and helpful staff earn high praise.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • On private beach
  • Laundry

About the neighborhood

Map
3600 Village Harbor Drive, Petoskey, MI, 49770

What's nearby

  • Great Lakes Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Crooked Tree Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Odawa Casino - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Boyne Mountain - 24 min drive - 33.5 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Inn at Bay Harbor

Upscale hotel near Great Lakes Center for the Arts
Located close to Crooked Tree Golf Club and Odawa Casino, Inn at Bay Harbor provides an adjacent golf course, a poolside bar, and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. Treat yourself to reflexology, a body scrub, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, an elevator, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, meeting rooms, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 113 rooms include comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Refrigerators, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: High-speed internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee: USD 22 for adults and USD 14 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Cabana Bar
  • The Inn Cafe
  • The Links Grille
  • The Sagamore Room
  • Vintage Chophouse

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Snowshoeing

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 22.00 for adults and USD 14.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

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

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to October
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Inn Bay Harbor Renaissance Lake Michigan Golf Resort
Inn Renaissance Golf Resort

Frequently asked questions

Does Inn at Bay Harbor have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Inn at Bay Harbor pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Inn at Bay Harbor?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Inn at Bay Harbor?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Inn at Bay Harbor located?

Located in Bay Harbor, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within 2 mi (3 km) of Great Lakes Center for the Arts and Crooked Tree Golf Club. Odawa Casino and Mackinaw Trail Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Inn at Bay Harbor Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 188 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellence from check-in to check-out. Would recommend this property for anyone planning a stay in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations, excellent food, spa services were outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location with all the amenities needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with great options my wife loved the spa
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful facility and location. Staff genuinely friendly and helpful. Loved our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The most beautiful hotel. So many activities, fine dining on site, location to activities was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never stayed in such a beautiful place. Staff was amazing and dining was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had quiet relaxing time. Great views of the lake. Nice dinner at the hotel. Staff was welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property, friendly, welcoming staff. We will return if we can. Enjoyed our stay in this lovely area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Go Bay Harbor

Great facility in a nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful and well kept. Staff friendly and very helpful. Scenery was spectacular especially the sunsets over Lake Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful lake views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classy, well-kept property. Friendly staff and a world class location on the shores of Lake Michigan.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAULETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property excellent service would be nice if they had an indoor hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and well situated just outside of Petoskey, yet close enough to go anywhere quickly. And the view of the bay was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fabulous time. Love this olace!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

No value for money

No value for money, extremely expensive for a small room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
John (front desk) was exceptionally professional and kind. Rooms were wonderful. Grounds spectacular. I’ll definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Beautiful

It was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outdoor dining was wonderful. Fire pit was relaxing. Pool was perfect. Room was above shipping area with some noise, but fine, though long walk. Next time I will request a quiet room facing water.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Most beautiful setting. Historical - including interior design. Excellent Pool Area. Nice people. Good special events over the season. And that long covered front porch - just fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Beautiful hotel, staff was very nice, gorgeous views. Bugs were inescapable (due to being on water not due to cleanliness of hotel) making balcony unusable and spending time outside unenjoyable. Hotel very clean but pesky bugs throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024