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Grand Traverse Motel

1010 East Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49686
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Grand Traverse Motel
Ranked #36 of 40 hotels in Traverse City
2.5 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
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milford miii
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

what a rat hole ! the only thing grand about this place is the price, this should be a $50.00 a nite motel not $150.00 ! they said the rooms were updated ? i guess that's what they call it after they paint the walls ! this place is a DUMP ! if you like living in the 50's your... More

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Merrillville, Indiana
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

I stayed at this motel due to a sickness of a Family Member in Traverse City. It was affordable, but thats the only good thing I can say about this motel. The room was dirty, smelly, lacked common amenities one would expect at any motel. The front desk was poorly run, and simple needs like my telephone not working were... More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 July 2011
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First, I have to say I was a bit nervous with the mixed reviews but I was pleasantly surprised. Yes, the rooms are not brand new. If you really look there are some "blemishes." A small stain, older curtains, grout coming loose, but overall our room was clean and comfortable. It was also half the price of other motels in... More

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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 July 2011
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The amenities say "Heated pool"....not really....they have a solar cover thats it. Maybe by late August it will be heated. "Free Wi-Fi".....sorta....sure its free...however you can only get a connection outside or right by the window. Toilet worked for 2 days then you had to jiggle the handle or remove lid and monkey with chain to flush. Tub...nasty....short shower and... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 July 2011
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I do not need to say any more, this place is too expensive and is by far the worst place we have ever stayed. Why eveything is old and smells. The owners have deferred making any necessary upgrades to anything.

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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2011
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person found this review helpful

Company Called Made Reservation That Went Ok. Got There At 1130 PM So Far So Good. Went To Room What A S # # T Hole Pulled Covers Back On Bed Coworker Notices What Look Like Pizza Sauce On Side Of Box Spring Dont Think It Was Pizza Sauce??????????. Carpet Was Staind, Bathroom Need Major Help Room Just Did Not... More

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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 October 2010
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person found this review helpful

Because I never would have stayed here - certainly not for nearly $100. I'm kicking myself this morning. Doesn't feel clean, can hear the neighbors snoring and hacking, holes in the curtains... Overall, downright scuzzy.

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Greg Six, Owner at Grand Traverse Motel, responded to this review
2 November 2010

Sorry to hear you felt this way. At the time of check in, if you felt the room wasn't clean, or was less than acceptable, it would be reasonable to come back to the office and let us know that the room did not meet your standards. We would have happily returned your money, and rented the room to someone... More

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1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 September 2010

We had an unscheduled stop on the way home from our vacation due to car problems. I was a bit concerned about staying in a hotel that wasn't part of a chain being unfamiliar with the area, but I quickly realized that my fears where unfounded. From the warm greeting we received on the night of our arrival, to the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2009

My husband and I spent a weekend here on a color tour mingled with a day spa journey. At first were reluctant after reading some of these reviews, but went ahead with our plans. We had a great time! The staff was friendly, spa services were outstanding and aside from the rainy weather, we had a perfect weekend in a... More

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Address: 1010 East Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49686

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