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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42758-d489666-r1021594371-Grand_Traverse_Motel-Traverse_City_Grand_Traverse_County_Michigan.html |
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Delightful two-night stay! |
I just returned from a short stay with my kids (15 & 21), and we would definitely stay here again. I had originally booked a more expensive hotel in town, but decided to switch to this property to save money and be closer to downtown. I’m happy to say this was the right move, because this charming motel has a lot to offer. The gentleman who checked us in and out was extremely pleasant and helpful, and made us feel welcome and like valued guests. The room was bright, very clean, and comfortable, with a full-size refrigerator and small but attractive bathroom with modern fixtures and a nice assortment of toiletries. The location was super convenient and close to many area attractions, and it was surprisingly quiet in the room at night. The beds were a little firmer than I prefer, but I was still able to get a good night’s sleep. We appreciated the variety of snacks, fruit, and beverages available in the morning, which allowed us to get on with our day and not worry about stopping for breakfast. All in all, we had a very pleasant day and hope to return one day. |
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2025-07-29 |
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Jennifer S |
Howell, Michigan |
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Profile/431JenniferS |
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2025-07-31 |
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42758-d489666-r968347400-Grand_Traverse_Motel-Traverse_City_Grand_Traverse_County_Michigan.html |
968347400 |
Nice clean motel in a great location |
I really liked how clean and updated this place was. I could tell the property was kind of old but the owners made some updates to make the place feel modern and cozy. Our room had a loveseat with nice throw pillows and a breakfast counter with two stools for eating at, along with a regular table and chairs. There was also a microwave and mini coffeemaker. I couldn’t believe there was a full size refrigerator. It had everything we needed.
Our room was pretty big and roomy and we had a nice big king size bed. There was a big screen TV that was nice for winding down at night. The bathroom had bright lighting that was great for getting ready in the morning.
They had free breakfast snacks and drinks in their lobby in the morning. I really appreciated that. It made it easy to get up and go in the morning as we aren’t big breakfast eaters. The employee at the front desk was very friendly and helpful.
The location was great. It was very close to where all the shops and restaurants were. There also weren’t a lot of rooms so it was a nice small property. There was plenty of parking.
My only complaint is that the lighting in the room was dimmer than what I’d prefer, but that was not a big deal. Everything else was great. I would stay here again if I were ever in the area. |
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2024-09-04 |
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VeronicaMade |
Des Moines, Iowa |
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Profile/VeronicaMade |
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2024-09-30 |
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42758-d489666-r921099427-Grand_Traverse_Motel-Traverse_City_Grand_Traverse_County_Michigan.html |
921099427 |
Great price & Clean rooms |
We have stayed here twice in the past two years. Small but very clean rooms, great price and very close to downtown. Many options at the grab and go breakfast. Staff is very nice and never had any issues with booking. Easy location to pull in and out of busy main road.
We will continue to stay here when we visit. |
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2023-10-13 |
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Daisy |
Muskegon, Michigan |
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Profile/Relax57123188597 |
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2023-10-31 |
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42758-d489666-r917769164-Grand_Traverse_Motel-Traverse_City_Grand_Traverse_County_Michigan.html |
917769164 |
Terrible |
stay here and the positive reviews I see here are not legitimate or if they are it's because the occupant was loaded the whole time. 🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢 Run. We legit walked away from four paid nights with no refund to pay twice as much down the road in order to avoid putting our bags down in the room. I deserve at partial refund minimum. I understand one night also it was a Wednesday night. I would like to talk to a supervisor but I was denied by the clerk |
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2023-09-21 |
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Profile/498ashleym |
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2023-09-30 |
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42758-d489666-r865984631-Grand_Traverse_Motel-Traverse_City_Grand_Traverse_County_Michigan.html |
865984631 |
Very expensive at weekends |
Standard motel. Lukewarm shower both nights but at least the response was quick so hope the visitors after us got hot showers. Very expensive for what it is so avoid weekends. Not too far from town, about 1/2 hr walk. Minimal breakfast but a good place just 15 minutes walk away. |
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2022-10-25 |
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WandaSnow |
Lancashire, United Kingdom |
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Profile/WandaSnow |
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2022-10-31 |
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42758-d489666-r853329894-Grand_Traverse_Motel-Traverse_City_Grand_Traverse_County_Michigan.html |
853329894 |
Huge disappointment & Lame Response!! |
We actually stayed at this hotel in June 2021. I wrote a previous review and Christine, the owner, provided a lame response. When I first made my reservation and requested a more private room, she wrote me back that she would provide me with a room at the end of the second floor so there shouldn't be anyone going by your room. Unfortunately, I was not able to get that room and was put in a less than basic room. Blinds that were damaged and did not provide privacy, the bathroom was gross, lamp shade looked like someone had punch it out, wall paint was chipped. I am okay with a basic, well-kept, clean room, which is not what I would describe the room I was provided at this hotel. If Christine wants to call this basic, unless you really want less than basic, I would seriously consider a different location. |
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2022-08-10 |
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Laurie T |
La Mesa, California |
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Profile/ltrinca |
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2021-09-30 |
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42758-d489666-r849640236-Grand_Traverse_Motel-Traverse_City_Grand_Traverse_County_Michigan.html |
849640236 |
Racist incident and child labor used |
Dear Grand Traverse Motel,
My full name is *REDACTED*, and I have been subjected to what I believe to be a racist incident perpetrated by Penny, a housekeeper. As the only guest of color, this situation has been very distressing to my family and me. I contacted the front desk to lodge a complaint with the owner, and Christine Allie and Clare stated that I could not speak to anybody else but her. I have been very polite, but your establishment has not.
Since this establishment recently changed owners, senior management has been impossible to contact. Other reviews attest to the same. While understandably, this is not a luxury hotel, a minimum modicum of respect has not been afforded. I firmly believe this merits a management response and due investigation. I want to stress again that I have behaved very politely throughout this ordeal. I have been staying in Room 138.
The other housekeeper, not Penny, is also cleaning the rooms alongside her approximately ten-year-old daughter. This violates Michigan's child labor laws. Moreover, this has also been ignored by Christine Allie.
A BBB complaint has been filed, but we are still waiting for an answer. |
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2022-07-24 |
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Guarocuya B |
Dominican Republic |
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2022-07-31 |
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42758-d489666-r841018500-Grand_Traverse_Motel-Traverse_City_Grand_Traverse_County_Michigan.html |
841018500 |
Credit card comprised |
My credit card was compromised and charges were made on it in Traverse City when I wasn't even in the city.....I am a Canadian resident. I made a reservation and gave my credit card information to simply hold a room 7 weeks in advance of my arrival. After 2 days, I decided to cancel my reservation and unbeknownst to me, the manager had run my credit card for the full amount of the room WITHOUT my knowledge or consent. A refund was issued BUT within those 2 days, my credit card was used to purchase items and more attempts were made for unsuccessful purchases! I have spent hours trying to rectify this situation and this has been a massive inconvenience to me. The illegal charges stemmed from this location. This whole situation could have been avoided if the manager had not run my card in the first place.....again .....WITHOUT MY PERMISSION!!!! |
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2022-06-01 |
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Kelly Greco |
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Profile/kellygJ4938ZU |
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2022-05-31 |
You provided your credit card details to make the reservation, we placed a deposit on the card as was explained when you made the reservation, we refunded the deposit when you cancelled the reservation. We are a PCI compliant location - we do not store any credit card information on site - it goes to a national processor. If we make charges, we send the charge to the processor and they charge the card. I don't know how illegal charges could have "stemmed" from our hotel, that doesn't make any sense. |
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42758-d489666-r821311626-Grand_Traverse_Motel-Traverse_City_Grand_Traverse_County_Michigan.html |
821311626 |
Huge disappointment!! |
I'm a bit overdue on this, but really felt like I should share our thoughts since I often look at reviews to help make a decision. We came to MI in June for my niece's wedding and planned a road trip up the coast of Lake Michigan to show off my home State to my CA husband. Back in March I had made a reservation at a AirBnB that ended up cancelling on me for no reason a month prior to being in Traverse City. I'm guessing they may have chosen to sell the property. With the late notice, I didn't have lots to choose from. I don't favor the motel type with the walkway that goes in front of the room so I had actually asked if they could accommodate us in a more private location. I was so pleased to receive this response, "I have put you in a room that should work for you. It's at the end on the second floor so there shouldn't be anyone going by your room. Thanks, Christine." Therefore, I was quite surprised when we arrived and there were no rooms that were remotely private available. Our room had a terrible set up, very run down, blinds that wouldn't close completely and the bathroom was digusting!
I did give them 2 stars because I will say they were gracious with their offerings of to go packaged breakfast items like granola bars, etc. Overall though, I would not recommend this location and felt it was overpriced for what we received. |
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2021-12-07 |
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Laurie T |
La Mesa, California |
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Profile/ltrinca |
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2021-06-30 |
Hello Ms. Trinca, we are definitely a motel with walkways that go in front of the rooms. The motel was built in the 1950s and that was the style then. Motels are not for everyone and we're happy to recommend some high end hotels in the area. We offer a simple accommodation close to town and close to the beach. We don't have private apartments, though, we offered you a room at the end of the row of rooms that no one would be walking by, that was the best we were able to suit your request. Our rate when you stayed in the later part of June was $175 for the night when the hotels and resorts were charging $300 to $550. We offer lower rates in a no-frills accommodation, but Traverse City is an expensive town. It sounds like a high end hotel would suit you better than a no-frills motel, please let me know if you need any recommendations. |
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https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g42758-d489666-r814342159-Grand_Traverse_Motel-Traverse_City_Grand_Traverse_County_Michigan.html |
814342159 |
A Pleasant Find on Quick Trip |
A funeral took us to Traverse City for a one-night stay. It was difficult to find a room in the summer that was not pretty pricey. The most reasonably priced room we could find was at the Grand Traverse Motel. A pleasant surprise. It is an older motel that has been recently updated. It is not plush, but our room was large and clean and pleasant. The owner was pleasant and helpful. The only (small) problems we had were not finding the ice. and when we went to leave in the morning, cars were parked on both sides of ours and the spaces were so small that we had to squeeze into the passenger side and crawl over the console to get into the driver's seat. |
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2021-10-13 |
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301Lucy |
Findlay, Ohio |
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Profile/301Lucy |
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2021-07-31 |
Thank you for staying with us, we hope to see you again soon! |
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