Welcome to Traverse City!

We're excited to have you as our guest. We've curated this mobile guest guide to help you fully utilize our property and to share our favorite local places to eat, drink, shop & experience. Enjoy!
📍Address:
1465 US 31 N
Traverse City, MI (Directions)

🕓 Check-In: 4pm day of your arrival

  • If you are looking to check in early, please notify us so we can help make that happen. While not guaranteed, we strive to accommodate every request.

🕚 Check-Out:

  • 11:00 AM on the day of your departure

  • Requests for a limited amount of late check-outs are available on a first-come, first-serve basis by dialing "0" from your room phone to reach our Front Desk Team.


Parking:

  • Complimentary on-site parking is available for each room.

  • One parking spot per room is available.

  • If you have a trailer or larger vehicle, please confirm with the Front Desk if and where we can accommodate the parking you require.


Lobby Hours:

  • Our lobby and Front Desk team are available from 8:00 AM to 10 PM daily.

  • Late check-ins can be accommodated by calling the Front Desk at 231-946-6930 by 7 PM on the day of your arrival to ensure we can accommodate your needs for your stay.


WiFi:

  • Our WiFi network is an open network.  You simply have to select the network named BRIO BEACH INN GUEST and use the password/key of Briob1465 to access the network.

  • If you have any trouble connecting to the WiFi, please contact the Front Desk.


Smoking Policy:

  • Our hotel and all lodging facilities in the State of Michigan are 100% smoke-free.

  • Designated smoking areas are available on the west and east ends of the parking lot.


Pet Policy:

  • Our property is a pet-free property.  Any rooms found to have evidence of a pet will be charged a $250 cleaning fee and the pet will be required to be removed from the property.


Breakfast:

  • Complimentary breakfast is served each day from 8:00 to 10 AM.  You can enjoy grab-n-go breakfast sandwiches, hard-boiled eggs, hot and cold cereals, yogurt, fruit, muffins, breakfast bars, juices, and coffee.


Coffee:

  • We offer coffee in our lobby from 8:00 AM to 10 PM daily.

  • In-room Keurig coffee makers are available.  Regular and decaf coffee is provided.


Beach Use and Fire Pits:

  • Our 150-feet of beachfront is available for all registered guests only.  Lounge chairs are available first-come, first-serve.

  • The beach fire pit is available to registered guests.  Please see the Front Desk for firewood and lighting material.

  • Extinguish all fires with water before leaving the beach area.

  • Quiet hours noted below for the property include the beach area.


Housekeeping:

  • Housekeeping services are supplies-only during your stay. If you need  anything, please call our Front Desk by dialing “0” and we can bring supplies to you. You are welcome to come to the desk as well. If your stay  is 7 days or longer, we will do a full service of the room on every 7th day (or  a set day of the week that we determine for your stay). We will also check  in on you every 3rd day to make sure you have everything you need.


Guest Laundry:

  • The guest laundry facilities are located in the middle of the building on the first floor (look for the screen door).  It costs $1.75 in quarter to wash and dry one load of laundry.

  • Iron and ironing boards are located in each room.


TV Guide & Information:

  • Here is the TV guide of channels


Quiet Hours

  • Quiet hours are from 9 pm to 9 am.  We ask that you please respect all guests of the hotel.  Have fun and enjoy, but do so respectfully :)


Grocer/Pharmacy

  • Save time, unwind!  Use our partner, STOCKED, and they will get all your grocery needs and have them ready in your room for your arrival!  Click HERE to save your time!

  • Here are two grocers and nearest pharmacy:



Mailing Address:

  • If you need mail sent to you during your stay, please forward to our P.O. Box:

    • 1465 N US-31 North, Traverse City, MI 49686



  • Please notify our team by phone if you are expecting any mail.


Questions or Reservation Inquiries:

OUR NEARBY FAVORITES

Food

Sugar 2 Salt

Locally sourced & seasonally driven breakfast
1371 Gray Dr, Traverse City
LOCAL'S NOTE: No reservations. Totally worth the wait! Grab some English Muffins to go!

McGee’s No. 72

New American casual fare
4341 Michigan 72 East, Williamsburg

Osorio Tacos y Salsas

Authentic Mexican food & salsas
6037 US-31, Williamsburg
WHY WE RECOMMEND: Truly Authentic!!! TIP: Don't miss the Salsas & Chips so you can decide which ones to take home!

Nittolo’s Little Italy

Classic New York-style Italian eatery
155 Garland St, Traverse City
(reservation) (info)
WHAT YOU HAVE TO TRY: The New York Style Happy Hour is one of the area's best food deals! Great take-out pizzas!

That’sa Pizza – Acme

Local pizza place (3 locations)
5430 US-31, Williamsburg

Taproot Cider House

Restaurant & cider bar
300 E Front St, Traverse City
(231) 943-2500 (info)
WHY WE RECOMMEND: Delicious ethically sourced, locally focused menu with something for everyone! Call for reservations.

Woodland Sweets

Ice cream shop
4386 N US Highway 31 N, Traverse City
LOCAL'S TIP: The place for Moomers ice cream on the east side of Traverse City

Drink

Cuppa Joe(Eastside)

Coffee shop
1990 US-31, Traverse City

WHY WE RECOMMEND: Amazing views! One of the few places on Old Mission Peninsula to eat. Great food!

Gypsy Spirits

MI made crafts spirits & cocktails
309 W Front St, Traverse City
(info)

North Bar TC

Traverse City's only year-round rooftop bar
160 E Front St, Traverse City
(menu)(info)
WHY WE RECOMMEND: Great cocktails and food!

The Workshop Brewing Co.

Local brewery & kitchen
221 Garland Street, Traverse City
(info)
WHY WE RECOMMEND: Family friendly. Delicious tacos and excellent beer! A true local favorite!

Jolly Pumpkin

Old Mission Peninsula brewery & restaurant
13512 Peninsula Dr, Traverse City

BARS

Local bars
Traverse City
GREAT DOWNTOWN BARS: The Parlor(TC's best Happy Hour), The Pub(Sport's Bar), & North Bar(Year-round roof-top bar)

Things to Do

Elmbrook Golf Course

Mature public Par 72 Golf Course with great views
1750 Townline Rd, Traverse City
(231) 946-9180 (reservation)

MI Sauna

Finnish Sauna experience
Traverse City State Park Beach
(231) 620-1326 (website)
LOCAL'S TIP: Check out the Wednesday sessions. For an extra exhilirating experience, try it in the winter!

Grand Traverse Tours

Wine, beer, distillery tours, & transportation
Traverse City, Leelanau Peninsula & Old Mission Peninsula
(231) 947-7433 (reservation) (info)

Nauti-Cat Cruises

4 unique West Grand Traverse Bay cruises
615 E Front St, Traverse City
(231) 947-1730 (reservation) (info)(deal)
LOCAL'S TIP: Pack some snacks to enjoy onboard. Make sure to try the Cat-Nip! Enter promo code ENJOY to save $5 on your cruise!!!

Shopping

WHY WE RECOMMEND: They bake 40+ delicious breads daily! Don't miss the Cheddar Cheese & Onion Loaf!

Osorio Tacos y Salsas

Fresh from scratch Authentic Mexican Salsas
6037 US-31, Williamsburg
WHAT WE RECOMMEND: The Salsa Cremosa (Mild) is a can't leave town without local favorite!

Burritt’s Fresh Markets

Specialty grocery, wine, fresh meat & fish
509 W Front St, Traverse City
(231) 946-3300 (info)
WHY WE RECOMMEND: TC's place for fresh seafood and hand cut fresh Black Angus steaks! Great wine selection and delicious house prepared foods for easy meals.

Folgarelli’s Gourmet Market & Wines

Gourmet sandwiches, Italian market, & wine
424 W Front St, Traverse City
(menu)(info)

Great Lakes Bath & Body, Inc.

Locally-made, handcrafted bodycare products
110 E Front St, Traverse City
(menu)

Doug Murdick’s Fudge

Locally owned Fudge Shop
116 E Front St, Traverse City

Sara Hardy Farmers Market

Local produce, baked goods, flowers, & more
Cass St & E Grandview Pkwy, Traverse City
LOCAL'S TIP: Open Saturdays 730am-12pm(May-Oct) & Wednesdays 8am-12pm(June-Oct)

Services/Rentals

Break’N Waves Inc.

Watersports rentals
1469 US-31 North, Traverse City

Green Mitt

A luxury, eco-friendly auto spa
1840 N US 31, Traverse City
Local's tip: The best FREE vacuums ever!

*Stocked

Local grocery delivery company
Northern MI
(231) 590-8072 (delivery)(info)
WHY WE RECOMMEND: Stocked will deliver your groceries into your home or rental and directly into the refrigerator!

Brick Wheels

Bicycles, XC Skis, sales, service & rentals
736 E 8th Street, Traverse City

JJ’s

Tours & transportation
Northern MI
(231) 676-2470 (reservation)
AREA RESOURCES
LOCAL'S TIPS FOR ENJOYING OUR AREA
Downtown Traverse City

🍽 Dining
Most local options close by 9pm. Late night food options: Mode's Bum Steer, Lil Bo's

🅿️ Parking (map)
Downtown and surrounding streets have metered parking and are strictly enforced (Mon-Sat 8am-6pm)
*FREE parking on Sundays, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, & Christmas Day

🚻 Public Restrooms (map)

🚲 TART Trails (maps)
A network of multi-use trails in Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties as well as a cross-town bike route

⛱️ Clinch Park
Metered parking
Splash Pad turns off at 6pm

🚗 Transportation
Traverse City has both Lyft and Uber as well as various local taxi companies
📒 GUIDE TO OUR AREA
🗓 CALENDARs OR EVENTS
COME STAY WITH US AGAIN
📧 EMAIL US

Please don't hesitate to call us with any questions
(231) 946-6930

Thank you and enjoy!
Brio Beach Inn