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The Sierra Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Traverse City

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Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed
Reception
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Free self-parking
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Mobile key entry
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Mobile key entry
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Mobile key entry
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
230 Munson Ave, Traverse City, MI, 49686

What's nearby

  • Front Street - 5 min walk
  • Traverse City State Park - 3 min drive
  • Traverse City Beach - 4 min drive
  • Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 8 min drive
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Little Fleet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Sierra Motel

The Sierra Motel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sierra Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Sierra Motel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Sierra Motel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Sierra Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sierra Motel?
You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Sierra Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Turtle Creek Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Sierra Motel and nearby?
The Sierra Motel has a garden.
What's the area around The Sierra Motel like?
The Sierra Motel is a short 11-minute walk from Lake Michigan and 5 minutes' walk from Front Street. Travellers say that this motel is in a good location.

The Sierra Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Cute little room!!
We stayed 3 nights for a family holiday. Room was very cute. Probably should’ve looked at the bathroom picks (clear glass shower instead of a curtain and we had our children with us , lol).
Nicole, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
This place is adorable, very clean and comfy. The owners are fantastic and very accomidating!
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect
Wonderful stay! I travel a lot and need a place close to the airport in TC. This place is perfect
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely wonderful
I’m usually hesitant to stay at motels, but I see by the photos and pictures of the owners that a lot of love had gone into it. It was even better than I had hoped. The owner was so hospitable and my experience couldn’t have been better.
Matthew, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ten Stars!!!
This is our second time staying at the Sierra and we absolutely loved our time here, Whats funny is that across the street from the hotel are some big-box chain hotels and we both asked ourselves why anyone would want to stay at those places when there is such a cozy, comfy, original and more local option just across the street at the Sierra. Regardless, we could not recommend the Sierra more, The team there is attentive and kind, and makes you feel at home. The decor is chic and timeless. Our fur babies also loved their time there and said we need to come back soon!!
Andrew, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Traverse City Gem
Came across this place as part of a larger trip to and from the East Coast. It was the design aesthetic that caught my eye as well as the price -- and it did not disappoint. Super friendly owner, comfortable beds and minutes from the heart of TC so it was quiet without being disruptive to our rest. Would 100% stay here again.
Darlene, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location!! Wonderful greeting and service at check in! We will definitely come back!
beth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Look no further
Super cute and clean room! Friendly and easy check in. Everything you need for a great stay!
Lisa, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nicholas, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love the retro redo!
Matthew, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Joy, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It’s an older property so some of that is evident, but the owners have done SUCH a cute job renovating and updating this place and you can feel the heart in it! It feels very upscale and we felt well taken care of. Clean and comfy accommodations with cute details and beautiful spaces outside to enjoy. Incredibly kind staff and easy parking! Would stay again if in the area!
Keely, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Seirra was so great. The owners were so kind and friendly and hospitable. This is our new yearly place to stay for girls weekend.
Susan, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great management that was very helpful and courteous. Cute rooms with fun retro vibe that were very clean. A little bit of road noise but not anything that really bothered me. This spot is very convenient to downtown Traverse City and Old Mission Peninsula. It had good parking, was safe, and was dog friendly.
Terri, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

As we turned off Munson Avenue into the Sierra Motel's parking lot, I couldn't help but imagine cruising in a classic '59 Chevy Corvette or a '65 Ford Mustang Convertible! The Sierra Motel, which opened its doors in 1957, exudes delightful mid-century charm that really grabbed us. Owners Barrett and Andrea, who have relocated from Napa Valley, have meticulously updated the motel. Our stay featured a luxurious king-size bed, high-quality furniture and fixtures that reflect the quintessential Mid-Century Modern style, and a well-appointed bathroom with stunning tile work. The era-appropriate paint schemes, both inside and out, added to the overall "cool" vibe of the place. We are eagerly looking forward to our next visit!
John, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The facility is newly remodeled and well kept. My main complaint is that the pet fee policy wasn't as easy to find as other listings on Orbitz. After checking-in and paying the fee, I was able to find it on Orbitz after searching a bit. But, I still have an issue with its relative vagueness. From now on, I will understand $$$ per pet (varies based on length of stay, to mean that much per night. Most other pet-friendly hotels say per night or flat fee clearly on the listing.
Jason, 2-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our first time at this property and it was fantastic! Vacasa answered my questions quickly and professionally. Great memories were made, we will definitely be back!
Renee, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable room
Great stay. Comfortable and clean. Very friendly and helpful owners.
Elvis, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Adorable Little Place!
Very cute and clean. It might be personal preference but the bed was a little too hard for us.
Iris, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really cute vibe, easy check in/out, and very friendly staff!
Kelly, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

William, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cute rooms
Very clean, comfortable, convenient location, friendly owners, fridge, microwave, coffee, air, nice TV and comfortable bed. Nice decor! Easy parking We will return.
CHERYL, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mary Lee, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed a wonderful stay and the owners were very nice and gracious. Our only discomfort was that the beds were quite firm and we are soft mattress people.
Alexander, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Room would be better suited with one bed and a small sleeper sofa. Nice style but room was too cramped. Mattress was hard. Owners tried to be accommodating.
Janet, 2-night family trip
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