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A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden paneling, and a menu board.

An outdoor patio area with a brick floor, a wooden pergola, and a table with chairs.

A modern office space with cubicles, a large desk area, and a conference room.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

1. Courtyard Bay City

0.8 km from Friendship Shell

Scott

CA $148

CA $164 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance archway.

An indoor pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a palm tree.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large painting.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a coffee machine.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

0.2 km from Friendship Shell

Angel

CA $177

CA $196 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A stone fireplace with a TV above it and two wall sconces.

A hotel room with a brown sofa, a bed with white bedding, and a green accent wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a tiled deck area, and a few lounge chairs.

A buffet setup with coffee dispensers, a salad bar, and a beverage station.

3. Quality Inn & Suites

3 km from Friendship Shell

Henrica

CA $105

CA $116 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An indoor swimming pool with blue chairs and a lifeguard station.

A modern hotel lobby with a large map on the wall, a brown sofa, two side tables with potted plants, and a desk with a computer and phone.

A reception area with two desks, a stone-patterned wall, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

4. Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

0.3 km from Friendship Shell

Jola

CA $128

CA $142 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a desk, chair, lamp, TV, and a minibar.

A hotel room with two beds, a patterned carpet, and a nightstand with lamps.

A small brick building with a sign reading "EUCLID MOTEL" above the entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a telephone, and a patterned carpet.

5. Euclid Motel

2.4 km from Friendship Shell

Joel

CA $88

CA $97 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

A narrow hallway with a reception desk, a bulletin board with various notices, and a trash can.

A motel with a parking lot, a brick building, and a clear blue sky.

A motel with a parking lot, a sign indicating air conditioning, and a signboard advertising the motel.

6. Bay Motel By OYO Bay City

2.2 km from Friendship Shell

Jeffery

CA $70

CA $85 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A spacious hotel lobby with a central island, seating area, and a view of the dining area.

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a covered parking area, a clear sign indicating a 14' clearance, and a brick facade.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, lamps, and a patterned wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall piece.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City

4.8 km from Friendship Shell

Kevin

CA $146

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a telephone, a window with a view of trees, and a mounted television.

A compact living space with a sofa, a small table, a kitchenette, and a television.

A modern hotel kitchen with a buffet setup, including labeled food stations and a patterned backsplash.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bay City by IHG

4.6 km from Friendship Shell

Colette

CA $179

CA $212 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the interior.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

A large brick building with a symmetrical facade, surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

14 km from Friendship Shell

Stuart R.

CA $158

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large column.

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, green chairs, and a covered seating area.

A breakfast buffet with various food items, including fruits, pastries, and a coffee machine.

A hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a sign for SpringHill Suites by Marriott.

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Saginaw

14.2 km from Friendship Shell

Melissa

CA $148

CA $164 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern restaurant with hanging plants, a long counter, and a high ceiling.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Feeling Tipsy" and a menu. There are three vases with purple flowers and two lit candles.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen, a living area with a sofa and coffee table, a separate dining area, and a large window with curtains.

A dining area with large windows overlooking a lake, checkered floor, and wooden tables and chairs.

11. Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

6.9 km from Friendship Shell

Randy

CA $122

CA $136 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel with a Four Points by Sheraton sign, a Chicago Grill, and a Uno restaurant.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A room with a view of an outdoor pool, a green armchair, a white table, and a floor lamp.

A wooden reception desk with multiple storage jars, a computer, and a cash register.

12. Four Points by Sheraton Saginaw

14.5 km from Friendship Shell

Jeff and Shelly

CA $133

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious indoor area with a long white table, multiple seating options including orange and blue chairs, and a potted plant in the center.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sunbed.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a clear entrance, brick facade, and illuminated signage.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a large 'hello' sign on the wall.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Saginaw

14.6 km from Friendship Shell

Sarah

CA $146

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a modern design.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a large circular wall art piece, and a minibar area with snacks.

A gym with treadmills, a bench, and exercise balls.

A modern dining area with yellow chairs and white tables, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

14.2 km from Friendship Shell

Christine

CA $122

CA $136 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, an ottoman, and framed pictures on the wall.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a well-maintained lawn, stone pillars, and a covered parking area.

A cozy lobby with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a bar area with a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A hotel dining area with blue patterned chairs, a coffee station, and a wall with fruit-themed artwork.

15. Comfort Suites Saginaw North

14.4 km from Friendship Shell

Dianna

CA $129

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, seating area, and a kitchenette.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the outside.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, tiled walls, and a view of the outside.

16. AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

5.9 km from Friendship Shell

Jennifer

CA $102

CA $114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of a green landscape.

A restaurant interior with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

17. Baymont by Wyndham Bay City

6.6 km from Friendship Shell

James

CA $91

CA $101 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, stone pillars, and white lounge chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a coffee bar, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with two reception desks, a blue wall with geometric patterns, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Saginaw by IHG

14.7 km from Friendship Shell

Jeffrey

CA $130

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a small bathroom area.

A compact kitchenette with a black refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a wall-mounted TV.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden side table, and a white air conditioning unit.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror, a television, and an air conditioning unit.

19. Rodeway Inn & Suites Saginaw I-675

14.4 km from Friendship Shell

Joseph

CA $86

CA $95 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden paneling, a chandelier, a sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A compact living room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, a small table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

20. Ramada by Wyndham Saginaw Hotel & Suites

19.6 km from Friendship Shell

Audrey

CA $81

CA $90 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Friendship Shell

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Courtyard Bay City	9.0 Wonderful 613 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites	8.8 Excellent 786 reviews	View
Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront	8.4 Very good 1,007 reviews	View
Euclid Motel	7.6 Good 216 reviews	View

Top Friendship Shell Hotel Reviews

Cute house on Saginaw Bay with hot tub on private beach.

10/10 Excellent

"The house was exactly like it was posted. Lovely area, the neighbors were very nice and everything you would ever need and more provided in the house. Our girls trip was great!!"

Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Newly renovated. Still need a few tweets but on its way to being fabulous!"

Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

10/10 Excellent

"We always stay at this hote"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bay City by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, clean rooms. 0 complaints"

Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City

10/10 Excellent

"Mo"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Saginaw

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly desk staff and clean rooms"

DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was outstanding"

AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

8/10 Good

"Quick and easy check in. Very reasonably priced. The appearance of the hotel and room was old and outdated The breakfast was horrible. Staff nice and helpful"

Courtyard Bay City

8/10 Good

"On the river"

Other attractions near Friendship Shell

A sunset with a large cylindrical building and a traffic light.

Delta College Planetarium

8.2/10 (19 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Delta College Planetarium during your stay in Bay City. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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A plaza with a large circular sculpture, flags, and a building labeled "MILL END".

Wenonah Park

9.2/10 (99 reviews)

You can take time to visit Wenonah Park during your travels to Bay City. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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A grassy field with rows of American flags and a modern building in the background.

Veterans Memorial Park

9.0/10 (78 reviews)

Find out about the history of Bay City when you take a trip to Veterans Memorial Park. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

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Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library

Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library is just one of the places to see in Bay City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Bay County Historical Society

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Bay County Historical Society during your travels in Bay City. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Buoy 18 Miniature Golf

You can take time to visit Buoy 18 Miniature Golf during your travels to Bay City. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

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Birney Park

You can take time to visit Birney Park during your travels to Bay City. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Bay County Community Center

6.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Bay County Community Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bay City. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Friendship Shell?

Friendship Shell is located in an area of Bay City that travelers like for its riverfront. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 31 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Friendship Shell?

Adjacent to Friendship Shell, Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront and Courtyard Bay City.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Friendship Shell?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Friendship Shell.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Friendship Shell, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Friendship Shell.

What can I see and do near Friendship Shell?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Bay County Historical Society and Antique Toy and Firehouse Museum. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Riverwalk Pier, Wenonah Park, and Birney Park. Delta College Planetarium, Buoy 18 Miniature Golf, and Bay City Infinity Skate Park are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.

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Our top choices for Friendship Shell hotels

1. Courtyard Bay City

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

3. Quality Inn & Suites

4. Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

5. Euclid Motel

6. Bay Motel By OYO Bay City

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bay City by IHG

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Saginaw

11. Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

12. Four Points by Sheraton Saginaw

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Saginaw

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

15. Comfort Suites Saginaw North

16. AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

17. Baymont by Wyndham Bay City

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Saginaw by IHG

19. Rodeway Inn & Suites Saginaw I-675

20. Ramada by Wyndham Saginaw Hotel & Suites

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Top Friendship Shell Hotel Reviews

Cute house on Saginaw Bay with hot tub on private beach.

Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bay City by IHG

Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Saginaw

DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

Courtyard Bay City

Other attractions near Friendship Shell

Delta College Planetarium

Wenonah Park

Veterans Memorial Park

Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library

Bay County Historical Society

Buoy 18 Miniature Golf

Birney Park

Bay County Community Center

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