Stafford's Bay View Inn

Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Lake Michigan

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October 2025

25

November 2025

Forget-Me-Not Suite, Jetted Tub, 1 King Bed | Living area

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Nestled near Lake Michigan, Stafford's Bay View Inn offers a serene retreat with shopping on site and a peaceful garden. With free in-room WiFi, guests can unwind with newspapers, explore the library or grab a drink at the bar.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
On the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Free use of bicycles
Business center
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Garden
Library

Feel at home (6)

Private bathroom
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Free self parking
Free toiletries
Hair dryer

$114 nightly

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Tomorrow

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Trillium Queen Bay View

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Daily housekeeping

Iron/ironing board

200 sq ft
Bay view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Aster King Suite, Jetted Tub, Bay View

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Separate bathtub and shower

Jetted bathtub

Daily housekeeping

Iron/ironing board

450 sq ft
Bay view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Primrose Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Daily housekeeping

Iron/ironing board

200 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Primrose King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Daily housekeeping

Iron/ironing board

200 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

$136 nightly

Nov 24 - Nov 25

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

2011 Woodland Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770

What's nearby

Bear River Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Petoskey State Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Odawa Casino - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
Mackinaw Trail Winery - 10 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taco Bell/KFC - ‬14 min walk
‪Culver's - ‬18 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
‪The Back Lot - ‬4 min drive
‪Petoskey Brewing - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Stafford's Bay View Inn

Stafford's Bay View Inn offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Michigan. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Free bike rentals and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 31 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

On the beach
Shopping

Working away

Business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station

Services

24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

Garden
Library
Television in common areas
Banquet hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Free newspapers
Free WiFi

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 13 to 20 per person

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Stafford's Bay View Inn Petoskey

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Stafford's Bay View

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Stafford's Bay View Inn Hotel

Stafford's Bay View Inn Petoskey

Stafford's Bay View Inn Hotel Petoskey

Frequently asked questions

Does Stafford's Bay View Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Stafford's Bay View Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Stafford's Bay View Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Odawa Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Stafford's Bay View Inn and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Stafford's Bay View Inn also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Stafford's Bay View Inn?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Stafford's Bay View Inn like?

Stafford's Bay View Inn is in Bay View, a short 2-minute walk from Lake Michigan.

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Stafford's Bay View Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, excellent, and wonderful with many guests praising the presentation and variety of options. (26 reviews)

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Popular mentions

Service staff

Breakfast

Room

Location

Historical

Food

Amenities

Lake

Building

Trails

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 28, 2025

Historic Inn on the Lake - great location

Andrew, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 19, 2025

Everything perfect.

Robin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 1, 2025

Historic old Inn beautifully updated with excellent service.

Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 2, 2025

Amazing stay / great property

Elisabeth, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 15, 2025

Elegant and historic

Lovely hotel, with Adirondack chairs outside and view of the bay. Short walk to GREAT sunset view.

Klaudia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 19, 2025

Very nice property...staff is awesome...will definitely stay there again!

Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 27, 2025

Incredible stay! Outstanding people, great food and comfortable rooms! It is a b&b with great history….highly recommend!

Drew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 13, 2025

Perfect little get away right on the bay.

Walter R. Ramage, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 3, 2025

Enjoyed our stay! Elevator is tiny and old, pack light. Lovely porch & view.Comfortable beds. Helpful friendly staff. Breakfast was wonderful.

Pamela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 9, 2025

The history of the Inn and neighboring Bay View is fascinating and unique. The area is definitely worth a visit.

Thomas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 20, 2025

5th time guest here

This was our 5th stay at Staffords Bayview!!! Friendly and comfortable atmosphere, - with delicious food options and social hour. Planning our 6th trip possibly for the fall.

Riley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 4, 2025

Beautiful old hotel. 🏨

Roida, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 20, 2025

Staff were very helpful. Great ambiance.

Lawrence, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 1, 2025

Lovely historic property on the Bay! Super friendly staff. Don’t miss Sunday brunch!

Lynde, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 25, 2025

Helpful staff, cozy and clean room, Victorian charm!

Lisa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 8, 2025

Quaint rooms

Beth, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

May 2, 2025

Very peaceful and relaxing everyone was super nice.

James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 12, 2025

We love the peaceful ambience of the property. The view of Lake Michigan from the porch is spectacular. Immaculate flowerbeds and well tended property. Thanks to all for keeping the inn alive.

Paula, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 23, 2025

I would 100% stay here again. The hotel itself is so charming and beautiful. The bay view is spectacular. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. Location-wise, it is just 5min from Downtown Petoskey.

Grace, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 27, 2025

The staff is amazing, informative, and very friendly. Room was perfect.

Paula, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 20, 2025

We loved staying here! The Social hour and breakfast were really nice surprises for us. We really enjoyed sitting on the porch! It is a step back in time for sure but we loved it!!!

Gaylene, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Aug 24, 2025

Charming setting but needs updating.

Hotel was quaint but definitely worn out (rugs, elevator, etc.) Staff was very friendly. Room was clean and quiet (except when it was raining -very noisy)! Dinner was average quality. Grounds were nice. I realize we were there in high season but very overpriced for what we experienced. Would not stay here again.

2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 18, 2025

Beautiful inn with a great staff. The inn brought you back in time. We just loved it. I only wished there were a few more plugs in the room to plug in the technology. Great views, peaceful and relaxing, amazing breakfast, loved the common areas. Location is good.