Traverse City is a destination for the whole family, pets included. There are many hiking trails on which to walk dogs and a partially paved path, called the TART Trail, connecting trails across the city. There are two local downhill ski hills, Mount Holiday and Hickory Hills. The city is situated on Grand Traverse Bay, where the family can boat and swim. However, perhaps best of all are the slew of pet-friendly hotels located in this area.
Best Western Four Seasons
The Best Western Four Seasons is located in central Traverse City. The hotel is near both East and West Grand Traverse Bay and the civic center, the local swimming pool, ice rink, walking path and Kid's Cove playground. Amenities include a free hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, indoor pool and hot tub, and a game room. Rooms have coffeemaker, small refrigerators, microwaves and DVD players. Pets are welcome for a nightly fee.
Best Western Four Seasons
305 Munson Avenue (US 31)
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 946-8424
bestwesternmichigan.com
Super 8
The Super 8 is located on the east side of Traverse City, near the TART and VASA Trails. The property features free breakfast, Wi-Fi, coffeemaker and hair dryers. Discounts are offered through AAA, AARP and corporate discounts. Moreover, some rooms are available with a fireplace and spa. Pets are welcome with a nightly fee.
Super 8
1870 US 31 North
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 938-1887
super8.com
Quality Inn By the Bay
Quality Inn By the Bay is located across from East Grand Traverse Bay, and near the Traverse City State Park Campground and beach. Directly behind the hotel is the TART Trail. Each room has movie and game rentals, cable television, hair dryers, irons and safes. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The hotel has complimentary continental breakfast, business center and an indoor pool and hot tub. Pets are allowed with a nightly charge.
Quality Inn By the Bay
1492 US 31 North
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 929-4423
qualityinn.com/hotel-traverse_city-michigan-MI731
Motel 6
Traverse City's Motel 6 is located on the east side of town, near the TART Trail. The hotel offers complimentary morning coffee, cable television, free Wi-Fi and an indoor pool and hot tub. Rooms are available with microwaves and refrigerators, for an additional charge. Pets are welcome; the first pet stays for free, and there is a charge for any other pets.
Motel 6
1582 US 31 North
Traverse City, MI 49686
(231) 938-3002
motel6-traverse-city.com
About The Author
Beth VanHouten is a writer in Traverse City, Mich. She began writing in 2003. She has written articles in "MiBiz," a business newspaper in Southwestern Michigan, and has 3 years of experience in children's book publishing. VanHouten received her Bachelor of Arts in English, with an emphasis in practical writing from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Mich.
