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THE SIERRA MOTEL, Traverse City – Your ideal downtown stay
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Hotel Overview
230 Munson Ave,
Traverse City,
Michigan,
United States,
49686,
Michigan
The Sierra Motel - Budget motel with free Wi-Fi near Dennos Museum Center
Located in Traverse City, this motel is 200 metres from Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College and 10 km from Cherry Capital Airport. The property offers free Wi-Fi throughout, free onsite parking, and air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs. Central Traverse City is a 6-minute drive away. Nearby landmarks include Bryant Park Beach (1 km), Front Street (2.5 km), and Traverse City State Park (3 km).
Additional perks of the hotel
- Tea and coffee-making facilities in rooms
- Relaxing recliner in rooms
- Microwave available in select rooms
Rooms
Every room at Sierra Motel includes a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a coffee machine. The quadruple room features a microwave and tea and coffee-making facilities. The double room offers a private entrance, a seating area, and city views.
Other conveniences
- Free toiletries in the bathroom
- Hairdryer in the bathroom
- Parquet flooring in rooms
- Dining table in select rooms
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230 Munson Ave,
Traverse City,
Michigan,
United States,
49686,
Michigan
Map view
230 Munson Ave,
Traverse City,
Michigan,
United States,
49686,
Michigan
City landmarks
Traverse City
Front Street
1.7
mi
Park
East Bay Park
2600 ft
Bryant Park
3000 ft
Park
Bryant Park Beach
3800 ft
Lake Michigan Shoreline
1.5
mi
Park
F and M Park
1.1
mi
Library
Traverse Area District Library
1.5
mi
1132 US 31 North
Traverse City State Park
1.9
mi
Long Lake
1.5
mi
Park
Clinch Park
1.8
mi
Gallery
Michigan Artists Gallery
1.6
mi
202 E Grandview Pkwy
Boardman River Boardwalk
1.7
mi
Center Rd
Grand Traverse Bay
1.7
mi
Store
Oryana Community Co-op
1.6
mi
Gallery
Higher Art Gallery
1.9
mi
US-31 between the Great Wolf Lodge and Kohl's
Kids Creek Pond
1.5
mi
Park
BLT Park & Kayak Launch
1.6
mi
Park
Traverse City State Park Beach
1.7
mi
Store
Wilson Antiques
1.8
mi
6852 Center Rd
Pelizzari Natural Area
1.8
mi
Store
2nd Level Goods
1.8
mi
Harbour
Duncan L Clinch Marina
1.8
mi
Mall
The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
2.8
mi
221 Garland St Suite D
Mammoth Distilling
2.0
mi
1710 U.S. 31
Pirate's Cove Adventure Park
2.5
mi
3424 Cass Rd
World's Largest Cherry Pie Pan
2.7
mi
Nearby
Museum
The Dennos Museum Center
1300 ft
Gallery
Dennos Museum Center at Northwestern Michigan College
1300 ft
1213 E Front St Campus Plaza
Benjamin Twiggs
1900 ft
Park
Gens Park
2000 ft
Restaurants
Dickey's Barbecue Pit
2100 ft
1201 E Front St Unit A
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
84%
loved it & would return
clean
friendly staff
limited dining options
not included Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
8.3
Location
9.0
Service
8.7
Dining
7.3
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 6 reviews
9.3
9.3/10 based on 84 reviews
Joe
United States,
November
2023
8.4/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and cozy, but the dining options were a bit limited. The service was great, and the location was convenient. The facilities were well-maintained, and the price was reasonable.
Rooms
8.0
The room had everything I needed, including a fridge and microwave. The bed was reasonably comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and attentive, making my stay enjoyable.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a nice area, close to everything I needed.
Dining
7.0
I enjoyed the fried fish at the hotel's restaurant.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel had great facilities, including a pool. The Wi-Fi was reliable.
clean
limited dining options
Don
United States,
October
2023
8.2/10
I had a wonderful time at this hotel. The location is amazing, close to everything you need and right by the waterfront. The rooms were cozy with a reasonably comfortable bed. The staff was so welcoming and attentive. The dining experience offered delicious traditional food. The only downside was the lack of certain facilities, but overall, it was a great stay.
Rooms
8.0
The room with the queen beds was cozy and had a reasonably comfortable bed.
Service
9.0
The staff went above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a prime location, very close to everything you might need and on the bay side.
Dining
8.0
I enjoyed the traditional food served, it was delicious.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were a bit lacking, but it didn't hinder my overall experience.
Ernie
United States,
August
2023
8.4/10
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel! The rooms were cozy and had all the amenities I needed. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. However, the dining experience left a bit to be desired with limited breakfast options. The location was perfect, close to everything I wanted to visit. Overall, a great value for the money.
Rooms
9.0
The room with the comfy bed was just perfect for a good night's sleep. Having a fridge and microwave in the room was very convenient.
Service
9.0
The service provided was top-notch, with staff always ready to assist with a smile.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located near downtown, making it easy to explore the area and access various attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience with fresh, seasonal products was delightful, although I wished there were more options available.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were modern and well-maintained, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Joe
United States,
July
2023
8.6/10
This hotel is a gem, situated near the waterfront and offers easy access to various attractions. The rooms are spacious, modern, and have two queen beds for extra comfort. The service is top-notch, making the stay truly enjoyable. On the downside, the dining options were limited, but the overall value for money is excellent.
Rooms
9.0
I loved the spacious and modern rooms with two queen beds, providing a comfortable stay.
Service
9.0
The staff was super friendly and helped make my stay even more pleasant.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location near the waterfront is fantastic, offering beautiful views and easy access to various attractions.
Dining
7.0
While the dining options were a bit limited, the breakfast offered was satisfying.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers great amenities, making the stay convenient and enjoyable.
Julia
United States,
July
2023
8.4/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean and comfy, and the staff was friendly. However, the dining experience could be improved with more variety. The location is convenient, and the price is reasonable for what you get.
Rooms
8.0
The room with 2 queen beds was comfortable and provided a fridge and microwave.
Service
9.0
The service was attentive and accommodating.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a nice area, close to everything.
Dining
7.0
The cured meat at the restaurant was delicious, but the overall dining experience could have more variety.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel facilities were modern and well-maintained.
clean
limited dining
Greg
United States,
May
2023
7.8/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel; the rooms were comfortable and clean, but the service was lacking in some aspects. The location was convenient, and the dining experience was satisfying. The facilities offered were decent overall.
Rooms
8.0
The room with a comfy bed was clean and provided a cozy stay.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly, but some improvements could be made.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located in a nice area, making it easy to get around.
Dining
8.0
I enjoyed the home-made muffins offered during my dining experience.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel provided essential facilities that served my needs adequately.