A Traverse City Escape

Off US 31 at the southern end of Grand Traverse Bay

Book a trip to our Howard Johnson of Traverse City hotel near East Bay Park and kick off your next vacation on the beautiful northwest coast of Lake Michigan. Our Traverse City location is close to US Highway 31 and less than a 10-minute walk to the water. Great restaurants, shopping, and lakeside excitement are just minutes away.

Amenities to Smile About

Enjoy free WiFi, free breakfast, and our outdoor pool

Greet the morning at our non-smoking hotel with a free Rise & Dine continental breakfast. Stream your favorite shows from the comfort of your room with free WiFi. Relax and unwind with a dip in our heated outdoor pool. All of our guest rooms include refrigerators. We have free (but limited) parking availability for boats, trailers, or large trucks.

Smile and Explore

Family-fun awaits on Lake Michigan

Lounge in shady picnic areas and wade through the fresh, shallow waters of Lake Michigan at East Bay Park, only a half mile from our Traverse City hotel. Test your poker face at Turtle Creek or Leelanu Sands Casino. Make a splash at Great Wolf Lodge Water Park or visit Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.