Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Front Street and Traverse City Visitor Center. This 280-room, 3.5-star resort has 4 indoor pools along with a free water park and 3 restaurants.
The preferred airport is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC): 13-min drive, 5.5 mi/8.9 km.
Restaurants
Starbucks - 10 min walk
Chick-Fil-A - 16 min walk
Buffalo Wild Wings - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min walk
About this property
Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City
Comfortable resort with 3 restaurants and 4 indoor pools
Guests of Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City have access to 4 indoor pools, a free water park, and a lazy river. Self parking is offered for USD 15 per day. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and access to locker space. Other amenities at this family-friendly resort include a children's pool, meeting rooms, and conference space.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
4 indoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a complimentary water park and a lazy river.
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
Available in some public areas: High-speed internet
Parking and transportation
Self parking on site (USD 15 per day)
RV/bus/truck parking on site
Food and drink
2 coffee shops/cafes
3 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Bear Paw Sweets & Eats
Buckets
Camp Critter Bar & Grille
Dunkin' Donuts
Hungry As A Wolf
Things to do
4 indoor pools
Arcade/game room
Bowling alley
Children's pool
Free children's club
Free water park
Lazy river
Mini golf
Seasonal outdoor pool
Waterslide
Family friendly
4 indoor pools
Arcade/game room
Bowling alley
Children's pool
Free children's club
Free crib
Free rollaway/extra bed
Free water park access
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Lazy river
Mini golf
Seasonal outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Waterslide
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Lockers
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
10,904 square feet of conference space
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Pool cabanas (surcharge)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
4 floors
Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Free rollaway/extra bed
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 30 and November 4.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Free rollaway/extra beds are available
Free cribs/infant beds are available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.
Self parking fee: USD 15 per day
A late check-out fee will be charged
This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Check-in: 4 PM—-midnight
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
The seasonal pool is open from June to August.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is a free cancellation option available at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?
Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.
How much does it cost to stay at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?
As of Jun 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City on Jun 2, 2024 start from $149.0, excluding 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.
What is there to do near Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?
This resort is located in Traverse City, just steps from Great Wolf Lodge Water Park. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Front Street within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?
Yes, parking is offered for USD 15 per day. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.
Does Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City have a casino at the property?
No, Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?
Yes, this resort has 4 indoor pools along with an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from June until August.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?
There are many amenities for couples at this resort, including 4 indoor pools and a poolside bar plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.
Are there hot tubs at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this resort.
Does Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City have a restaurant that serves breakfast?
Yes, Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City has 3 restaurants, and serves breakfast for a surcharge.
Does Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City.
Are there connecting rooms at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?
No, this resort doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
What is the closest airport to Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?
The closest major airport to Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 5.5 mi away (13 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City?
No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City.
Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Merideth
Traveled with family and small children
Feb 21, 2024
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is old, wood trim has paint all over it, looks like they don’t do any taping or care if they get paint on the trim. Everything looked old.
Weather was not amazing, but you didn't have to leave the building for anything. Everyone was friendly willing to help. Clean clean clean! Grand kids love the water park. Magic quest is in need of some serious updating. Took two days to get the wand to work to complete the quest. As much as folks like to play this game and sink a ton of money to play it, it seems like the company can invest in new technology.
cindy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
6/10 Okay
Debbie
Traveled with family
Jan 14, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
The water area was nice and clean. The room carpet was very gross. Beds and bedding are very uncomfortable. Prices are very gauged. 4.99 for a bottle of ice tea. The bar and grill restaurant didn’t have a bar tender so they wouldn’t even serve the kids milkshakes or anything and the food was super gross and expensive. I mean really gross. If we ever go back we will definitely bring all our own drinks and eat at restaurants not at the hotel. And bring our own bedding. They seriously need to clean the carpets in the rooms. Not just vacuum actually clean them cause they are nasty.
Kids loved the water park. Two years ago, we took our grandchildren to the Wolf Lodge in Massachusetts and liked that one more.
We liked the Halloween decorations. It would have been nice if there was a "real" magic show. The event that was posted as a Monday morning activity was only for the exclusive higher-paying guests in the Paws program. Kids were disappointed when they arrived at the lobby at 10:00 am and turned away.
We reserved 2 rooms - 162 and 177. Carpets were in need of replacement. We didn't want kids sitting on the floor.
A separate "baby" pool is required. Why were kids under 2 allowed in the hot tub? Unsanitary with diapers on.
Plumbing needs repair in room 177, the bathtub valve was so loose the water temp kept fluctuating and had to be reset and held by hand when in use. With a broken valve hot water could scald young children in tub.
Why is there a $30 towel charge on my charge card without prior approval? There was no notification at the waterpark at the time towels were accepted....also no verbal notice from attendant or sign posted?
Liked the Dunkin Donuts option but the line was too long. We didn't spend much time eating at the Lodge restaurant because breakfast buffet prices were exorbitant for small children who don't eat much.