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Stafford's Bay View Inn

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Property grounds
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor wedding area
Garden

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

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2011 Woodland Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770
  • Place, Bear River Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Petoskey State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Primrose Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Primrose King

Primrose King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Stafford's Bay View Inn

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and coffee/tea in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a business center, free use of bicycles, and a 24-hour front desk.
Stafford's Bay View Inn offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and hair dryers. This Petoskey hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Stafford's Bay View Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a business center, and meeting rooms
  • Onsite recreation includes complimentary bicycles
  • Steps from Lake Michigan and a 3-minute drive from Bear River Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Stafford's Bay View Inn. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Petoskey hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Stafford's Bay View Inn has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 13 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 13 to 20 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Stafford's Bay View Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 513 out of 676 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 676 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 676 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 676 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 676 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained historical building and grounds. Breakfast was good, but not free.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deepa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun place on the water

A very lovely stay and visiting nearby scenic area was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
N/A
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and excellent service. 2 free drinks and apps a nice touch. The biggest issue was road noise. It went all night and very poor night sleep. Request water side for a better sleeping experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Did not have breakfast. The parking was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaina

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed this bed and breakfast. It was so darling and the staff was impeccable. I was honestly blown away by the service and quaintness of this hotel. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t often write reviews, but staying at Stafford’s was a truly special experience. You feel transported in time with its charming decor, impeccable cleanliness, and outstanding service. I’ll definitely be coming back — such a delightful and memorable hotel! Thank you Bobbie Jo for the food recommendations!! 💙
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet Clean Comfortable large room.Large roomy bath/shower.. Surprised to not have a TV in any of the rooms…only one on main floor lobby or 2nd floor library .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Travelled with partner
Felt comfortable and peaceful. Wonderful view of the bay and the grounds were beautiful. No television which was no concern but bring a good book with you. Older crowd but very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the charming hotel, gorgeous views of Little Traverse Bay and courteous staff. Renovations have made this historic landmark quite comfortable. We were able to easily ride our bikes into Petosky and to the State Park. Our room (which faced highway 31) was a bit noisier than expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025