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

Amenities to Smile About

Enjoy free WiFi, free light breakfast and our outdoor pool

Start your day off with a free light breakfast item together with your choice of coffee, tea and juice. Stream your favorite shows from the comfort of your room with free WiFi. Relax and unwind with a dip in our seasonal heated outdoor pool. All of our guest rooms include refrigerators. We have free parking for cars or large trucks (with limited availability for boats and trailers).

Local Area

Smile and Explore

Family fun awaits on Lake Michigan

While you're here, visit Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore featuring sandy beaches, lush forests, and towering dunes with spectacular views of the shoreline. 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, and make a splash at Great Wolf Lodge Water Park.

Rooms

Group Bookings

Plan Your Group Travel With Us

Book your wedding party, sports team, or other group travel at our hotel. Submit your request for information about special rates on blocks of rooms.

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