Nestled near Lake Michigan, ParkShore Resort offers a sun-kissed retreat with a beachfront location and outdoor sun loungers. Enjoy happy hour or dinner at the on-site restaurant, explore the nearby area via free self-parking and WiFi. The helpful staff has left guests raving about their experience.
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Traverse City Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Front Street - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Torch Lake - 27 min drive - 40.8 km
Getting around
Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
‪Jimmy John's - ‬4 min drive
‪Mundos HQ - ‬6 min drive
‪The Cottage - ‬3 min drive
About this property
ParkShore Resort
When you stay at ParkShore Resort, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Traverse City Beach. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Park Shore Lounge, which serves American cuisine and is open for dinner. A bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
80 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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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
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
On the beach
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ski runs nearby
Ice skating nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
An indoor pool
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
LED light bulbs
Special features
Dining
Park Shore Lounge - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10.99 for adults and USD 7.99 for children
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
ParkShore Resort Traverse City
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ParkShore Resort Hotel Traverse City
Frequently asked questions
Does ParkShore Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, ParkShore Resort 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.
Is there a pool at ParkShore Resort?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at ParkShore Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at ParkShore Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at ParkShore Resort?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at ParkShore Resort?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Turtle Creek Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at ParkShore Resort and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like ice skating, sledding, and snow tubing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. ParkShore Resort also has an indoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near ParkShore Resort?
Yes, Park Shore Lounge offers American cuisine.
What's the area around ParkShore Resort like?
ParkShore Resort is a short 2-minute walk from Lake Michigan and 8 minutes' walk from Traverse City Beach. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
ParkShore Resort Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The beach was consistently described as clean, beautiful, and fantastic with great views. (69 reviews)
The pool area was clean, quiet, and a great option for relaxation with a nice view. (17 reviews)
The hot tub was a highlight, with many guests enjoying its perfect temperature and relaxing atmosphere. (21 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2026
Yes. And nice to have restaurant located at hotel so no need to find a place to eat
Sherri
Sherri, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2026
Great breakfast and the prime rib was amazing in the restaurant too
Cathy
Cathy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2026
Really nice hot breakfast in morning, and great food from attached restaurant. Excellent accommodations and front desk staff. I stay often for work and it’s my “go to” for price, service and amenities.
Serena
Serena, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2026
Awesome fun place. My favorite
Brandi
Brandi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2026
The breakfast is always great. Bagels, toast, muffins, eggs and sausage. Juice, milk and coffee! Cereal, boiled eggs, fruit and yogurt! We frequent this hotel and we love it!!!
Jodi
Jodi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2026
Clean and a large room with everything we needed. Room was outdated but really not that major of a thing for the price it was great and our stay was comfortable we would stay again.
Ellen
Ellen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2026
We had a wonderful view of the bay. It was clean and modern looking
Colleen
Colleen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2026
Staff is amazing,
Kaitlin
Kaitlin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2026
Breakfast was okay; liked the variety. Room was super comfy. Bartender was friendly and staff @ the desk were helpful and professional
Maggie
Maggie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2026
Great location and view!
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2026
Clean facilities and great accommodations! I stay several times a year!
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2026
The room was amazing!! We felt very comfortable there and the breakfast was great too. The restaurant attached to the hotel was delicious and had such a wonderful atmosphere and an array of food!! We really enjoyed our stay there and we would recommend it to everyone!!
Roland
Roland, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2026
The staff were very nice abd rooms comfortable and clean.
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2026
Enjoyed everything about our stay! The breakfast the restaurant and the staff are all very polite! Our favorite place to stay
Cathy
Cathy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Very clean, welcoming staff, great restaurant onsite
Sheila
Sheila, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Great staff, clean rooms, fun bar/restaurant.
Jodi
Jodi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2026
Beautiful space walk out unit
Serena
Serena, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2026
The room was super clean and the staff is great. Love the little lounge. Going to eat there next time.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2026
Excellent service, clean, great location.
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2026
Convienent location for airport.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2025
Clean, great food at the restaurant, friendly staff.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2025
Love the location and restaurant bar.
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2026
Room was clean. Pool area was nice. Breakfast was ok... nothing to write home for, but did the job. Restaurant was great! Price was great. We will stay here again.
Erin
Erin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2025
Love the area and the restaurant!
Really great customer service!
Casey
Casey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2025
Great place to stay. Very clean and friendly staff.