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Pinestead Reef Resort

4.0 star property
Family-friendly fun on the beach, with indoor pool

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Take advantage of a terrace, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities at Pinestead Reef Resort. This apartment is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, sunloungers and beach volleyball. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. In addition to a fireplace in reception and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$98
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb

Room options

View all photos for Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Beach View

Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Beach View | Private kitchen

Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Beach View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Beach view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Condo, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beach View

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Condo, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beach View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Beach view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Beach View

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Beach view
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Located in Traverse City, Pinestead Reef Resort is near the airport and on the beach. The Dennos Museum Center and Old Town Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include City Opera House and Village at Grand Traverse Commons. Travelling with kids? Consider Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Centre Ice Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snow tubing and snowmobiling. Visit our Traverse City travel guide
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Map
1265 N US Highway 31 N, Traverse City, MI, 49686

What's nearby

  • Wooden Dock On Sunrise Lake. Summer sunrise over the waters of Grand Traverse Bay in Traverse City, Michigan. Shot with long wooden dock in foreground sunrise over water at horizon.
    Traverse City State Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Aerial view of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay, Michigan
    Traverse City Beach
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pie is Life!
    Front Street
    5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
    12 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Culver's
    13 min walk
  • Burger King
    2 min drive
  • Bayview Inn Bar & Grill
    4 min drive
  • Biggby Coffee
    2 min drive
  • Smoke And Porter
    10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pinestead Reef Resort

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with indoor pool
At Pinestead Reef Resort, relax by an indoor pool or hit the private sand beach where you can enjoy volleyball. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a sitting area and a coffee/tea maker, while a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player provide a bit of entertainment. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Pinestead Reef Resort offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodation at this 4-star apartment has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

An indoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach, a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private sandy beach
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Snow tubing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Computer station
  • Desk
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free local calls
  • Housekeeping available once per stay
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • Near the airport
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 46 units
  • Access via exterior corridors

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
9 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

Property is also known as

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Pinestead Reef
Pinestead Reef Resort
Pinestead Reef Resort Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Hotel Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Resort Apartment
Pinestead Reef Resort Traverse City
Pinestead Reef Resort Apartment Traverse City

Frequently asked questions

Does Pinestead Reef Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Pinestead Reef Resort?

As of 3 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pinestead Reef Resort on 8 Feb 2026 start from NZ$98.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Pinestead Reef Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Pinestead Reef Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pinestead Reef Resort?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pinestead Reef Resort?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Pinestead Reef Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Traverse City apartment building is just steps away from Traverse City State Park and Lake Michigan. Traverse City Beach and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Pinestead Reef Resort Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 597 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice accommodations and amenities for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location was great and view from the balcony is beautiful. Check in was easy and the employee was friendly and efficient. We would love to come back in the summer! Rooms are dated but worked great for our family of 6.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hot tub beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Luv this place! Very clean, helpful staff Never disappointed. Been staying here for years
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kids loved the swimming pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leoma L

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay. It was relaxing and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAUREN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the room size and the proximity to the beach. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald W

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
So spacious. Great view iof the bay. very friendly and helpful staff. Great TV station selections. We would come here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our favorite place to stay. Excellent beach in summer indoor pool year round
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynnette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice room great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It’s a great place to stay with lots of room to spread out. Pool and hot tub area nice and very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay. It was quiet and the staff was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was great, reasonable rate and beautiful view of the Grand Traverse Bay. Check in and check out was very easy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely comfy hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Loved it here!!

It was amazing, very clean and organized, also the view on the patio was very beautiful especially watching the sun come up! Definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
We come up for a Trevor city event every year, and this is where we always choose to stay! Love this place, the staff is always friendly and location is perfect. Rooms are very comfortable and the view is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great price and clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nona

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Pinestead Reef

Even though it is an older place, it was very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing hotel friendly staff, staff was on top of things making it even more nice!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect for families
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The suite was very nice but dated! It was clean and quiet and the kids loved the pool. Needs some deep cleaning and updates but the staff is outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaux

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The views from the rooms are awesome, such a great little place to discover.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to everything! DoorDash accessible. Front desk lady knowledgeable, super nice and super helpful ! Easy to get to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great weekend loved the pool and great views
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
You felt welcomed as soon as you entered thier building. Front desk very helpful and kind. After leaving another hotel due to the uncleanliness of theirs we were fortunate to find this gem. Simple, quiet and quaint, on the water. Will definately stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025