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Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

2.5 star property
Beachfront comfort, a fitness center

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Lobby
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Escape to Sugar Beach Resort Hotel, a haven by Lake Michigan where you can unwind on the beach with sun loungers. Soak up the fun at the arcade/game room or relax in the spa tub, then recharge with a free to-go breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about this family-friendly gem for its beach locale and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 15 of 15 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View (Upper Floor)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View (Upper Floor)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Beach View (1 King and 1 Queen Bed - Upper Floor)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, Beach View (1 King and 1 Queen Bed - Upper Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 1 King Bed - Petite (Non-Beach View)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

1 King Bed - Petite (Non-Beach View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 298 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, No View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, No View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, No View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
  • 549 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, No View (1 King and 1 Queen Bed)

Standard Room (1 King and 1 Queen Bed)

Standard Room, No View (1 King and 1 Queen Bed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds (2 king beds, 2 bathrooms, no view)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, Multiple Beds (2 king beds, 2 bathrooms, no view)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • 1000 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, No View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, No View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Beach View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Beach View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Beach View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View (Upper Floor)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View (Upper Floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 700 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Accessible Room, 1 King- No View

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Accessible Room, 1 King- No View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- 1st Floor

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- 1st Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- Upper Floor

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- Upper Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 398 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Traverse City, Sugar Beach Resort Hotel is near the airport and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Front Street, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Centre Ice Arena are also worth visiting. With parasailing and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
1773 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Traverse City State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Traverse City Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Front Street - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Centre Ice Arena - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bayview Inn Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smoke and Porter Public House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bob Evans - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Traverse City Beach is located near Sugar Beach Resort Hotel, which provides free to-go breakfast, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities. With amenities like a beachfront location and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine, an elevator, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things the family-friendly amenities, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All 99 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 50-inch TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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
4 children, up to the age of 21 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beach Sugar
Sugar Beach
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Traverse City
Sugar Beach Traverse City
Sugar Beach Hotel Traverse City
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Hotel
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Traverse City
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Hotel Traverse City

Frequently asked questions

Does Sugar Beach Resort Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

As of Aug 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel on Sept 15, 2025 start from CA $168.28, excluding 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.

Is Sugar Beach Resort Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM.

What time is check-out at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sugar Beach Resort Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City hotel is just steps from Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Lake Michigan. Traverse City Beach and Traverse City State Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1027 out of 1599 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1599 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1599 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1599 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1599 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, clean and nice atmosphere!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
loved our stay we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beach very clean, parking great, rooms large and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach front access/view, with jet-ski rental was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Treated us good during our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay and will def stay here again the next time we take a trip to Traverse City. Great customer service, beach was kept very clean, and very convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach near downtown traverse city
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with a beach area and great views! Great location and wonderful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and very tentative. The room view was pleasant and the patio was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Loved that it offered the beach and a pool. Also rental options for the lake. Maybe a 10 min drive to downtown area. Very clean, great room, had a balcony overlooking the water. No complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Germelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place wish you could smoke on property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Caesar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lake surrounding the property, and the easy parking
black mold on shower curtains
black mold on shower curtains
cigarette on ground balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was beautiful, the staff was friendly, room was clean; however the bed was way too soft.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice and enjoyed the pool and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Amenities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Grace

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent! Hotel pretty worn out and not very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time!
View from our balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arletha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aliya on the front desk was very courteous and answered all questions we had with respect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy check in, the boxed breakfast was a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well kept. The kids absolutely loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was good, excellent location and staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025