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The Sierra Motel

Property class: 2

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.
A reception area with a wooden panel wall, a framed picture, and a ceiling light fixture.
A row of colorful doors with benches in front.
A green armchair, a wooden side table, and a wall-mounted painting of a bird on a branch.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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230 Munson Ave, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Place, Front Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Dennos Museum Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryant Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a clock, and a book titled 'Sofia Coppola Archives'.

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a green armchair, a nightstand with a lamp, and two artworks on the wall.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a green armchair, a painting of a toucan, and a brick wall.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Sierra Motel

A garden, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this motel. Other amenities include a vending machine. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Sierra Motel offers 20 accommodations with air conditioning. This Traverse City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Sierra Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Front Street. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Amenities include a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • 11 minutes by foot from Lake Michigan and a 4-minute drive from Traverse City Beach
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
The Sierra Motel offers its guests a vending machine and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Traverse City motel.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, and a smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

The Sierra Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 364 out of 433 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 433 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 433 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 433 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 433 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best place our family stayed yet during our week long
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay! The rooms was immaculately clean and the owners were so nice. Great location and the most adorable 50s funky tiki (tasteful) theme. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, friendly staff, and great location. Will definitely stay here again when we visit next time!! Thank you!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and inviting property. Great location, thoughtful staff and amenities, especially for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute place that reflects the owners' pride. Loved the retro decor and pet-friendly policy. Check-in and checkout was easy, room was comfy. Convenient location if you're hanging out both in TC and on Old Mission. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained, clean, friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Parking was easy. Hotel has a nice mid-century style. Owner was friendly. Close to a supermarket and to downtown. TV had NBC, so I was able to watch the NBA Semifinals. If I ever return to Traverse City I’ll stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well done remodel of a older motel. Has a Mid century, rat pack, James bond, 50s tiki underlying theme thats well done. Clean, easy to get places and parkied in front of our door.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Room was super cute! Staff was super friendly and the room was
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience and very comfortable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel and kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this cute well kept property! Very convenient location easy parking and comfy and well equipped room ! Would definitely stay here again !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a lovingly, but modernly restored roadside motel. From the moment you see it on the road, it invites you in. Cute pastel colored doors and fun black and white awnings welcome you. It's a boutique, retro feel that is sparkling clean and refreshing. The rooms are just as clean and refreshing as they appear from the outside. Sleek, but comfortable. 10/10 We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kennon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place, nicely decorated and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a nice, friendly clean small motel - love the location-
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and we highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay, will stay again next time I'm town. Attention to details is top notch in the rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely redone retro style motel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adorable lodgings and super friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a last minute trip.. was a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location and value, will definitely stay t
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at this nostalgic little motel. Clean rooms, fun vintage vibes, and friendly service made it a memorable stop. Perfect mix of charm and comfort—would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025