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A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance archway.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large painting.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a coffee machine.

A buffet with various food items and a sailboat decoration.

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

Downtown Bay City, 0.1 mi from Friendship Shell

Corlie

£107

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden paneling, and a menu board.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

An outdoor patio area with a brick floor, a wooden pergola, and a table with chairs.

A modern office space with cubicles, a large desk area, and a conference room.

2. Courtyard Bay City

Uptown Bay City, 0.5 mi from Friendship Shell

Scott

£101

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A stone fireplace with a TV above it and two wall sconces.

A reception area with a stone wall, a wooden reception desk, and two beige armchairs.

A hotel room with a brown sofa, a bed with white bedding, and a green accent wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a tiled deck area, and a few lounge chairs.

3. Quality Inn & Suites

1.9 mi from Friendship Shell

Henrica

£56

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with blue chairs and a lifeguard station.

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter area, and a blue wall with framed pictures.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

A modern hotel lobby with a large map on the wall, a brown sofa, two side tables with potted plants, and a desk with a computer and phone.

4. Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

0.2 mi from Friendship Shell

Falah

£63

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a desk, chair, lamp, TV, and a minibar.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a telephone, and a patterned carpet.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.

A hotel room with two beds, a patterned carpet, and a nightstand with lamps.

5. Euclid Motel

1.5 mi from Friendship Shell

Joel

£81

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

A motel with a parking lot, a brick building, and a clear blue sky.

A motel with a parking lot, a sign indicating air conditioning, and a signboard advertising the motel.

A narrow hallway with a reception desk, a bulletin board with various notices, and a trash can.

6. Bay Motel By OYO Bay City

1.4 mi from Friendship Shell

Jennifer

£46

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with a central island, seating area, and a view of the dining area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall piece.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, lamps, and a patterned wall.

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a covered parking area, a clear sign indicating a 14' clearance, and a brick facade.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City

3 mi from Friendship Shell

Kevin

£89

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a telephone, a window with a view of trees, and a mounted television.

A compact living space with a sofa, a small table, a kitchenette, and a television.

A reception area with two blue and white reception desks, a wall-mounted clock, and a door to the right.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bay City by IHG

2.9 mi from Friendship Shell

Colette

£107

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large column.

A breakfast buffet with various food items, including fruits, pastries, and a coffee machine.

A hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a sign for SpringHill Suites by Marriott.

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, green chairs, and a covered seating area.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Saginaw

8.8 mi from Friendship Shell

Melissa

£90

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the interior.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottoman, and table, featuring a television and shelves with various items.

A large brick building with a symmetrical facade, surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

8.7 mi from Friendship Shell

Gordon

£106

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern restaurant with hanging plants, a long counter, and a high ceiling.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Feeling Tipsy" and a menu. There are three vases with purple flowers and two lit candles.

A dining area with large windows overlooking a lake, checkered floor, and wooden tables and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen, a living area with a sofa and coffee table, a separate dining area, and a large window with curtains.

11. Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

4.3 mi from Friendship Shell

Joseph

£73

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, brick walls, and blue chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, a prominent 'TownePlace Suites by Marriott' sign, and a covered entrance.

A breakfast buffet with various food items, including fruits, pastries, and beverages.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and dishwasher. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.

12. Towneplace Suites by Marriott Saginaw

8.8 mi from Friendship Shell

Nathaniel

£82

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel with a Four Points by Sheraton sign, a Chicago Grill, and a Uno restaurant.

A wooden reception desk with multiple storage jars, a computer, and a cash register.

A room with a view of an outdoor pool, a green armchair, a white table, and a floor lamp.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

13. Four Points by Sheraton Saginaw

9 mi from Friendship Shell

Jackie

£73

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a long white table, multiple seating options including orange and blue chairs, and a potted plant in the center.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a clear entrance, brick facade, and illuminated signage.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a large 'hello' sign on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sunbed.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Saginaw

9.1 mi from Friendship Shell

Bridget

£89

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, dining tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

A kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A Marriott Residence Inn with a parking lot and handicap-accessible signs.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the sky.

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Saginaw

8.8 mi from Friendship Shell

Lance

£90

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a modern design.

A modern dining area with yellow chairs and white tables, wooden cabinets, and pendant lighting.

A hotel reception desk with a nameplate, a decorative wall piece, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

8.8 mi from Friendship Shell

JORGE

£78

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, an ottoman, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel dining area with blue patterned chairs, a coffee station, and a wall with fruit-themed artwork.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, tiled flooring, and a poolside area with chairs and a table.

A cozy lobby with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a bar area with a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

17. Comfort Suites Saginaw North

8.9 mi from Friendship Shell

Isabelle

£77

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, stone pillars, and white lounge chairs.

A large building with a covered entrance, columns, and a stone facade.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a coffee bar, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

A reception area with two reception desks, a blue wall with geometric patterns, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Saginaw by IHG

9.1 mi from Friendship Shell

Barbara

£75

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, seating area, and a kitchenette.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, a bathtub, and a large window.

19. AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

3.7 mi from Friendship Shell

JESSICA

£54

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A two-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and several trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a ceiling light, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and a mirror with a decorative frame.

A parking lot with several vehicles, including cars and boats, and a building with a red roof in the background.

20. Northland Motel Bay City-Kawkawlin

5.3 mi from Friendship Shell

Richard

£53

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Friendship Shell

Property	Property class	Guest rating
DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Courtyard Bay City	9.0 Wonderful 623 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites	8.8 Excellent 796 reviews	View
Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront	8.4 Very good 1,007 reviews	View
Euclid Motel	7.6 Good 220 reviews	View

Top Friendship Shell Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

10/10 Excellent

"Always a very clean room!"

Four Points by Sheraton Saginaw

8/10 Good

"Overall, we enjoyed our stay here. The room was clean and comfortable, though I would have preferred a roll in shower since it was supposedly a handicap accessible room. The only complaint I have is with the other guests... there was a team of some sort staying there when we were there and they made an awful lot of noise throughout much of the night. That wasn't the hotel's fault, but I would recommend ear plugs for anyone who might be a light sleeper! The staff was helpful and it was nice to have a restaurant on-site so that we didn't have to go out if we didn't want too."

Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

8/10 Good

"Clean had some issues with room but okay."

Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

8/10 Good

"Everything was just about perfect. The only thing that I wish was a little different. The breakfast was really good. I wish there was more hot food options though. Besides that, I really have no complaints."

Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place to stay and a nice course on the property."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

8/10 Good

"The hotel was very clean and staff was polite, only negative I would say is our room smelled like wet dog."

DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, spacious room."

Baymont by Wyndham Bay City

8/10 Good

"You get what you pay for"

Quality Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, comfortable bed, and helpful front desk worker."

Other attractions near Friendship Shell

A sunset with a large cylindrical building and a traffic light.

Delta College Planetarium

8.2/10 (19 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Delta College Planetarium during your stay in Bay City. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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A plaza with a large circular sculpture, flags, and a building labeled "MILL END".

Wenonah Park

9.2/10 (99 reviews)

You can take time to visit Wenonah Park during your travels to Bay City. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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A grassy field with rows of American flags and a modern building in the background.

Veterans Memorial Park

9.0/10 (78 reviews)

Find out about the history of Bay City when you spend time at Veterans Memorial Park. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

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Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library

Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library is just one of the places to see in Bay City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Bay County Historical Society

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Bay County Historical Society during your trip to Bay City. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Buoy 18 Miniature Golf

You can take time to visit Buoy 18 Miniature Golf during your travels to Bay City. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

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Birney Park

You can take time to visit Birney Park during your travels to Bay City. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Bay County Community Center

6.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Bay County Community Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bay City. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Friendship Shell?

Friendship Shell is located in an area of Bay City that travellers like for its riverfront. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 31 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Friendship Shell?

Adjacent to Friendship Shell, Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good options close by include DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront and Courtyard Bay City.

How many hotels are there close to Friendship Shell?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Friendship Shell.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Friendship Shell, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Friendship Shell.

What can I see and do near Friendship Shell?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Bay County Historical Society and Antique Toy and Firehouse Museum. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Riverwalk Pier, Wenonah Park and Birney Park. Delta College Planetarium, Buoy 18 Miniature Golf and Bay City Infinity Skate Park are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.

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Our top choices for Friendship Shell hotels

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

2. Courtyard Bay City

3. Quality Inn & Suites

4. Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

5. Euclid Motel

6. Bay Motel By OYO Bay City

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bay City by IHG

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Saginaw

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

11. Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

12. Towneplace Suites by Marriott Saginaw

13. Four Points by Sheraton Saginaw

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Saginaw

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Saginaw

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

17. Comfort Suites Saginaw North

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Saginaw by IHG

19. AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

20. Northland Motel Bay City-Kawkawlin

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Top Friendship Shell Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

Four Points by Sheraton Saginaw

Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

Baymont by Wyndham Bay City

Quality Inn & Suites

Other attractions near Friendship Shell

Delta College Planetarium

Wenonah Park

Veterans Memorial Park

Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library

Bay County Historical Society

Buoy 18 Miniature Golf

Birney Park

Bay County Community Center

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