The Sylvan Inn

Property class: 3

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Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden at The Sylvan Inn. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this bed & breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$428
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

Room options

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View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor

A room with a purple sofa, a white table, a bed with floral bedding, a lamp, a framed picture, and a dresser.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A bedroom with a quilted bedspread, a floral-patterned carpet, a patterned ceiling, and wall-mounted decorative plates.

Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

A bed with a red patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a telephone, and a mirror above the bed.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a floral bedspread, a wooden nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a floral-patterned bedspread, a metal bed frame, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

Honeymoon Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a lamp, and a floor lamp.

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

A cozy room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a rocking chair.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a curtain.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden ladder, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor

A neatly made bed with a red patterned bedspread, two framed pictures on the wall above, and two bedside tables with lamps and storage boxes labeled 'GALLERY' and 'THEATRE'.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Patio, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Downtown Glen Arbor, a neighbourhood in Glen Arbor, is home to The Sylvan Inn. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Glen Arbor travel guide
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Map
6680 Western Ave, Glen Arbor, MI, 49636

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach and clear blue waters.
    Crystal River
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy dune, dense forest, and a large body of water.
    Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A kayak on calm water with a cloudy sky above.
    Glen Lake
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A porch leading to a beach with a cloudy sky.
    Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum
    7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • beach near Downtown Glen Arbor
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cherry Republic
    6 min walk
  • Art's Tavern
    4 min walk
  • Boonedocks
    3 min walk
  • River Club Glen Arbor
    8 min walk
  • Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co.
    5 min walk

About this property

The Sylvan Inn

  • Bed & breakfast near Lake Michigan
  • At The Sylvan Inn, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this bed & breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Bike hire
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Sylvan Inn feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 1855

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sylvan Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sylvan Inn?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sylvan Inn on 22 Sept 2026 start from NZ$428, 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.

How much is parking at The Sylvan Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sylvan Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sylvan Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25.

Where is The Sylvan Inn located?

Located in Downtown Glen Arbor, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Crystal River and Glen Lake are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

The Sylvan Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 342 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was delicious and the staff was super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable and enjoyable stay. Breakfast a plus. Felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Relaxing stay. Room was clean, staff is engaging and property is close to everything. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location! Wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Spotless, great host, wonderful breakfast served per request.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I highly recommend this bed-and-breakfast! It is amazingly clean and the staff is great! Breakfast is on point every day and it is located right at the perfect part of the town where you can enjoy peace and quiet, but still walk where you need to go. Walking distance to the beach and all the downtown shopping but the wraparound porch allows. You to have quiet time when you want it. I highly recommend this place.!!! This is now my fifth year staying there and I love it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the place! Great homemade breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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very nice property. Breakfast was freshly made. Great location for access to Sleeping Bear national lakeshore. Relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Sylvan Inn was an AMAZING stay! Beck was a gracious, kind, and extremely helpful host. Breakfasts were delicious and tried to meet dietary needs (exchanged eggs for yogurt, added eggs when more protein was needed, etc.). The room was delightful- clean and so cozy. Tea, water, and coffee were available. Great location- within eye sight of several good restaurants and ice cream, walking distance from beach access, and minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes. Overall a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room very clean, breakfast excellent, staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice location, friendly staff, comfy beds and hot shoppers. Nice place to stay after our exploring today. I would definately stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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A wonderful old place to stay. Breakfast is fresh, hand made and delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed fvery much, great breakfast, nice host
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay! Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful relaxing stay. Breakfast was fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

The staff was friendly and very helpful.The inn is quite charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfasts were very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

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Easy walk to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Great location near Sleeping Bear Dunes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely innkeepers and beautiful property. Breakfast was delicious. Looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was most accommodating and pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and reasonable pricing . Comfortable room .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

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Staff very pleasant and breakfast was good. Clean property and bathroom supplies were stocked as needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024