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Thunder Bay Inn

Besinger Road, Big Bay, MI 49808
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Thunder Bay Inn
Ranked #2 of 2 Big Bay B&B and Inns
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Traverse City, Michigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

my wife , me, son, daughter in law, and grand kids, returned to big bay to see what the old place looked like, both of my kids were born there. we had lunch at the thunder bay inn and i can say that, this visit was well worth the trip. the food was out of this world and the service... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

This is a great place to get-a-way to for the weekend. A fire in the fireplace, a movie to watch after a great meal in the restaurant. Wayne and Gretchen are wonderful hosts. Thanks for such a relaxing evening.

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Saint Charles, Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013

Every time I come to Big Bay I eat here. First I always order is a bowl of chili that is perfect. Always was served in timely matter, food was well coked and hot. Decent restaurant. Never had a chance to stay in but the time will come. As far as the restaurant - the food is good, bathroom might... More

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Wayland, Michigan
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2012

My husband and I had a wonderful experience at Thunder Bay Inn! We stayed for three nights while visiting family in the area. The rates are unbeatable! Our room was just so comfortable! It was very quiet...never heard a thing! We loved the lounge area, with a fireplace and a piano. Even a tv if you want to watch movies.... More

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michigan
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 November 2012

We stayed at the Inn on black Friday ....enjoyed the cozy bar with the fireplace roaring, oh and bring an armload of wood on the way in. Had the cudighi burger and beer battered fish which we enjoyed. these entrees were served with fries which were very good. The room was sparse but but very quiet and the company was... More

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Leelanau County, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 October 2012

The lodging was comfortable, but decorated in a spartan way. Not alot of furnature or frills. But when only a comfortable bed, clean surroundings are required, it more than fit the bill. The pub portion of the inn was decorated in north-woods style, with knotty pine wall panels, fish mounts, and photos. The food was excellent. I ordered the soup... More

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Marquette, Michigan
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2012

Having called ahead to find out what the "soup of the day" was, and having traveled 85 miles to this restaraunt, we were disappointed to find they did not have the soup. Still, we stayed and ordered fish fry dinner. The waitress was extremely slow, service was terrible and the food nothing to write home about. No one, including the... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2012

Have you ever wished to find a really cool, cozy, comfortable bar to while away a wintry or stormy afternoon? This is the place. What a surprise, and utter delight, to discover this place for my first visit this past weekend. I stopped in with my business partner and realtor while in the area to look at land deals. The... More

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Metro Detroit
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11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 September 2012

Over the years we have always enjoyed going to the Thunder Bay Inn for dinner - especially for the fish on Friday. We took friends on Friday during Labor Day weekend - no fish available! The recent owners changed the menu and quite frankly it's disappointing. What's up with all the Mexican dishes? Be original, make it local . .... More

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Boston
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2012

We enjoyed this old Inn that is being refreshed gradually. The owners are running the Pub and Inn and have a fine restaurant going and are updating the inn portion. This is a place to sit on the porch and visit and go down to the public beautiful beach on Lake Superior. Biking or hiking and enjoying the UP are... More

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Additional Information about Thunder Bay Inn

Also Known As:
Thunder Bay Hotel
Thunder Bay Hotel Big Bay
Thunder Bay Inn Big Bay, Michigan
Address: Besinger Road, Big Bay, MI 49808
Region: United States > Michigan > Big Bay
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Ranked #2 of 2 B&Bs / Inns in Big Bay
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