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Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

3.5 star property

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A beach with rows of white lounge chairs and umbrellas, a calm sea, and a distant shoreline.
A large, multi-story hotel with balconies and a beachside location.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled deck.
A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant land.
A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a large window.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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1773 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Place, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Traverse City Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a window.

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

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a window.

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- Upper Floor

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, Multiple Beds (2 King Beds, 2 Bathrooms, No View)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a view of the ocean.

Room, Multiple Beds (2 King Beds, 2 Bathrooms, No View)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the sea.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Beach View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a dresser, a chair, and a table.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Beach View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the sea.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean through the window.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(96 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room (1 King and 1 Queen Bed)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room (1 King and 1 Queen Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, air conditioning unit, and a dresser.

1 King Bed - Petite (Non-Beach View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(82 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the sea.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean through the window.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the ocean through the sliding doors.

Accessible Room, 1 King- Beach View- Upper Floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, air conditioning unit, and a dresser.

Accessible Room, 1 King- No View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean through the window.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel

Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a hot tub and a fitness center.
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel offers 99 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Sugar Beach Resort Hotel's great beach location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, a gift shop, and a computer
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Lake Michigan and 7 minutes by foot from Traverse City Beach
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Sugar Beach Resort Hotel like an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Traverse City hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free on-the-go breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Cot (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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • 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
  • Cot (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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
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
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.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 21 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1195 out of 1819 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 420 out of 1819 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1819 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1819 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1819 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
older hotel but kept up, great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guts at the front desk were very welcoming, pleasant and had us check-in quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and beautiful property. Nice to be right on the beach. Location is a bit far from downtown, but we had a vehicle so it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Third time staying here, very close to airport so it works out perfectly!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spotless and the staff was very kind and attentive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the suite and the view! Pool area was also great! Great family atmosphere!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

candyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Having the breakfast of your choice from their menu delivered to your room was very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, room was clean and the hot tub was also clean. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sugar beach was the best hotel we ever stayed at . Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great stay! The room was clean and comfortable, the balcony was amazing. The pool and hot tub were a great way to relax at the end of the day. I got good use out of the hotel gym treadmill. I will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the boxed breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice room and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best part was the staff was very helpful and understanding due to the circumstances of our trip. They went out of their way to accommodate our need to extend our stay and were very good about making this happen. Everything was very clean and no issues with the room or facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the rooms were clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view! We had a king bed with a sofa, room was clean and fresh. Breakfast delivered in the morning was great. Pool and hot tub were nice. Staff was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff. Clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly service and great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, room was very clean and nicely decorated. Coffee in the lobby was much better than typical.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast offerings are amazing, and even include a gluten free option. The night before, you order a breakfast for each person and choose the time that you would like it delivered to your door in the morning. Top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

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