Travel & Stay

We can’t wait for you to spend time in one of our favorite places, Northern Michigan (“Up North”)!

Since Traverse City is a popular summer destination, lodging may book up quickly! We recommend booking as soon as you can.

For our non-Michigan friends and family, you may choose to drive or to fly into the Cherry Capital Airport/Traverse City Airport (TVC). Additionally, a great alternative to flying directly into TC is flying into Grand Rapids direct & driving into Traverse (~1.5 hours).

Driving distance from Chicago to TC: 5 hours

Driving distance from Indianapolis to TC: 6 hours

Please see below for different lodging options! If you don’t see something that works for you — don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We know you are making a significant time and financial investment to come celebrate with us — thank you and we love you so much!

Love, Lizzie & Matt

Lodging Recommendations

  • Airbnb or VRBO

    If you choose to stay in an Airbnb or VRBO, we recommend staying in downtown Traverse City or as close to downtown as possible for proximity to the venue.

  • Bayshore Resort

    833 East Front Street, Traverse City

    (231) 935-4400

    We have a block of rooms here! Please call the hotel directly at the number above & ask to book with the Barker/Arnold wedding block. There is a 2 night minimum and a continental breakfast included. We will provide a complimentary shuttle to and from this hotel.

    Reservation Cut-Off Date: June 1, 2025

    This resort is on the sandy shores of Grand Traverse Bay and also within walkable distance to the center of TC.

    14 minutes from Bay View Weddings (7.4 miles)

  • Hotel Indigo

    263 W. Grandview Parkway, Traverse City

    (231) 932-0500

    We have a block of rooms here! Please visit the link below to book with our block. There is a 2 night minimum (Friday and Saturday night). We will provide a complimentary shuttle to and from this hotel.

    Reservation Cut-Off Date: June 18, 2025

    10 minutes from Bay View Weddings (6.1 miles)

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott

    3701 N Country Drive, Traverse City

    (231) 922-7900

    We have a block of rooms here! There is a two night minimum (Friday & Saturday night). We will provide a complimentary shuttle to and from this hotel.

    Reservation Cut-Off Date: June 20, 2025

    The Fairfield Inn & Suites is on the southside of Traverse City.

    15 minutes from Bay View Weddings (8.9 miles)

  • Cambria Hotel

    255 Munson Avenue US 31, Traverse City

    (231) 778-9000

    This hotel is near Grand Traverse Bay. We will provide a complimentary shuttle to and from this hotel.

    13 minutes from Bay View Weddings (7.2 miles)

  • Delamar

    615 East Front Street, Traverse City

    (231) 947-3700

    The Delamar is located on Grand Traverse Bay in the center of TC. We unfortunately don't have a room block here, but you're able to book on the hotel website or by phone. Our Welcome Party will be here on their terrace on Friday night!

    14 minutes from Bay View Weddings (7.1 miles)

  • Park Place Hotel

    300 East State Street, Traverse City

    (231) 946-5000

    This is a historic hotel in the heart of Traverse City; each room has views of Grand Traverse Bay, Boardman River or downtown TC.

    13 minutes from Bay View Weddings (6.7 miles)

  • Hampton Inn Traverse City

    1000 US-31, Traverse City

    (231) 946-8900

    16 minutes from Bay View Weddings (9.6 miles)

  • Courtyard by Marriott Traverse City

    3615 West South Airport Road, Traverse City

    (231) 929-1800

    Please note, this hotel is farthest from the water.

    14 minutes from Bay View Weddings (8.7 miles)

  • Alexandra Inn

    2227 US-31, Traverse City

    (231) 938-6468

    The Alexandra Inn is a family-owned boutique hotel that opened in 2023.  It is located on a beautiful beach at East Bay.  TC is a short drive from the inn!

    20 minutes from Bay View Weddings (10 miles)