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A large hotel with multiple floors and a waterfront view.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A group of people dining outdoors at a table with a waiter serving food.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a sofa, and a view of the city through large windows.

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

Downtown Bay City, 0.2 km from Friendship Shell

STACEY

AED 470

AED 521 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

2. Courtyard Bay City

Uptown Bay City, 0.8 km from Friendship Shell

Scott

AED 410

AED 455 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

A buffet setup with coffee dispensers, a salad bar, and a beverage station.

3. Quality Inn & Suites

3 km from Friendship Shell

Dale

AED 247

AED 274 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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.

4. Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

0.3 km from Friendship Shell

Falah

AED 276

AED 307 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 sign indicating air conditioning, and a signboard advertising the motel.

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

A reception area with a counter, a bulletin board, and a sign with hotel information.

5. Bay Motel By OYO Bay City

2.2 km from Friendship Shell

Jennifer

AED 183

AED 221 total

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

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

A hotel pool area with a clear pool, a metal ladder, and several lounge chairs.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City

4.8 km from Friendship Shell

Kevin

AED 389

AED 431 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

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.

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

4.6 km from Friendship Shell

Colette

AED 393

AED 455 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

8. Towneplace Suites by Marriott Saginaw

14.1 km from Friendship Shell

Nathaniel

AED 459

AED 510 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

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

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

14 km from Friendship Shell

Gordon

AED 465

AED 516 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a checkered floor.

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.

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

10. Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

6.9 km from Friendship Shell

Joseph

AED 321

AED 356 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a painting on the wall.

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

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

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Saginaw

14.2 km from Friendship Shell

Melissa

AED 360

AED 400 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.

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

12. Four Points by Sheraton Saginaw

14.5 km from Friendship Shell

Jackie

AED 320

AED 355 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 modern meeting room with a long table, multiple chairs, and a television screen.

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

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

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Saginaw

14.6 km from Friendship Shell

Bridget

AED 389

AED 431 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Saginaw

14.2 km from Friendship Shell

Lance

AED 525

AED 583 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 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.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

14.2 km from Friendship Shell

Terrance

AED 340

AED 378 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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.

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

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

16. Comfort Suites Saginaw North

14.4 km from Friendship Shell

Michelle

AED 355

AED 394 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a window with curtains.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Saginaw by IHG

14.7 km from Friendship Shell

Barbara

AED 331

AED 367 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

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

18. AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

5.9 km from Friendship Shell

Devin

AED 237

AED 263 total

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 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.

A parking lot with several vehicles, a building with a red roof, and a large tree in the foreground.

19. Northland Motel Bay City-Kawkawlin

8.5 km from Friendship Shell

Richard

AED 228

AED 253 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a small bathroom area.

A modern dining area with wooden tables and leather chairs, a kitchen area with a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering views of greenery and a building outside.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden side table, and a white air conditioning unit.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a mirror, a television, and an air conditioning unit.

20. Rodeway Inn & Suites Saginaw I-675

14.4 km from Friendship Shell

Michelle

AED 228

AED 253 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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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 1,003 reviews	View
Courtyard Bay City	9.0 Wonderful 623 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites	8.8 Excellent 801 reviews	View
Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront	8.4 Very good 1,008 reviews	View
Bay Motel By OYO Bay City	5.8 103 reviews	View

Top Friendship Shell Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great. Food was good."

AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

8/10 Good

"Bathroom water controls were loose, toilet paper holder was missing and holes in the wall. Light over sink makeup area very dim. 1 waste basket. 4 standard size pillows for a king bed. Shower head unscrewed when changing spray setting. Drains flowed well, no backup. No vent in tub/shower room. Toilet seat loose. Towels are new but 1 set per person. No USB outlets. No smoke detector. Breakfast used artificial eggs, sausage was sitting in grease. Milk and yogurt 2 days past due date. Very small eating area. I thought it was too expensive for the general condition, and probably should be $20-$30 less. The room was very dark when sleeping. Outside noise minimal. Parking lot had extremely bright lights, probably because in a lonely area. Dogs are allowed but was weird seeing animals in the hallway. Hot tub wasn’t working, but the pool was good."

Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

10/10 Excellent

"close to things you want to visit."

Cute house on Saginaw Bay with hot tub on private beach.

8/10 Good

"Great stay overall! The communication was clear, check in was easy, the home has a great lake view, and everything was spotless. I wish I could give 4.5 stars instead of 5. The main reason this stay did not receive a full five-star review was the bed. We only used the queen bed, so I can't speak to the day bed or bunk beds, but the queen bed was horribly uncomfortable."

Comfort Suites Saginaw North

8/10 Good

"The staff and breakfast"

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 take a trip to 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 browsing the exhibits at Bay County Historical Society during your travels in 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 travelers like for its riverfront. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 31 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

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

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

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Friendship Shell?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Friendship Shell.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Friendship Shell?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Friendship Shell, head over to our customer service page.

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. Bay Motel By OYO Bay City

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City

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

8. Towneplace Suites by Marriott Saginaw

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

10. Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Saginaw

12. Four Points by Sheraton Saginaw

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Saginaw

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Saginaw

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

16. Comfort Suites Saginaw North

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Saginaw by IHG

18. AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

19. Northland Motel Bay City-Kawkawlin

20. Rodeway Inn & Suites Saginaw I-675

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Top Friendship Shell Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City

AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

Cute house on Saginaw Bay with hot tub on private beach.

Comfort Suites Saginaw North

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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