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The Sierra Motel

2.0 star property

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Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
Reception
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed | Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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230 Munson Ave, Traverse City, MI, 49686
  • Front Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Traverse City Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Traverse City State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Sierra Motel

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Front Street
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
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Front Street and 11 minutes by foot from Lake Michigan
  • 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

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

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. 263 out of 324 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 324 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 324 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 324 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 324 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Owners did a great job make it feel retro. Cool place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really makes the most of being a 50s-era property with a groovy MCM ambience and well-appointed rooms, at an excellent location and everything taken care of by its friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This Motel was lovely to stay in. Friendly staff and clean room. Perfect place for a trip to Traverse City!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for us
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Sierra Motel is so charming! The property is entirely renovated but with a hip, mid-century modern vibe! The owner was engaging and warm and our stay couldn't have been any better! I highly recommend this poperty!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cutest motel ever. Recently updated. Room was very clean. Perfect location for all Traverse City activities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super cute remodel! It fit our needs for our stay. Everything was clean and well thought out. The only thing I had an issue with is the mattress which was very firm and not comfortable at all. I think easier access to the ice machine would be helpful. Otherwise it's a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kennon

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

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quanit and cozy

Always welcoming and friendly owners. Very clean rooms with everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gay

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was so stinking cute! The pictures were exactly what we seen when we walked in. Even though the space was small, it wasn't cluttered and they utilized the area appropriately. We would definitely stay in the Sierra Motel again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little motel, met our needs. Cute clean decor, well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No cookie cutter here! Cozy and Super Spotless

If you want to stay in a Cozy, spotless room with such fine attention to detail look no further! This family owned business looks at all details big and small to make you feel comfortable and Taken care of. I always sleep soundly. The retro furnishings, vintage lighting and small touches make each room unique and special. The owners are on site and personally make sure you are taken care of! I’ve stayed in a lot of the waterfront hotels and this one of my top 3 places!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful, the room was clean and tasteful. They have done a fantastic job remodeling but also keeping the charm of the motel’s history. I would warn that in the winter (it was absolutely frigid outside) it may take some time for the wall heater to get the room up to a comfortable temp.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia Fortino

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Super cute decor, nice room and close to downtown :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was very clean. Staff was awesome! Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nicely updated property. Bed was a bit too firm for our liking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here and hope to be back soon. Super cute and clean, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024