Lodging Details for MTA's 2026 Annual Conference & Expo
MTA’s 2026 Annual Conference & Expo is coming to the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa on April 20-23. Join us for another exciting week of learning, connecting and inspiration!
More than 500 guest rooms will be available at the host property, with several hundred more at other nearby hotels, all offering a warm “up north” welcome and a variety of great amenities such as free parking, complimentary breakfast, scenic views and more.
Read on for details about each hotel and the attendee booking process.
Where to stay
Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd., Acme Township
Grand Traverse Resort & Spa blends relaxed “up north” charm with modern luxury. The recently renovated hotel offers six restaurants and lounges, a spa, fitness and wellness center, complimentary shuttles around the Resort property, a gallery of shops, indoor pool/hot tub and water playground.
Enjoy diverse room type options from standard hotel rooms to multi-bedroom condos, each offering upscale amenities including free WiFi, premium linens, in-room coffee and easy access to all the Conference events.
Cancellation policy: All cancellations made after March 27, 2026 are subject to a $25 cancellation fee. Cancellations or changes received less than 72 hours prior to date of arrival or no shows shall be charged a fee equal to the first night’s room, taxes and fees.
THREE-NIGHT MINIMUM STAY REQUIRED
Check-in: 4 p.m. Check-out: 11 a.m.
Guest Parking: Complimentary self-parking; valet parking also available ($15/night).
Make your reservations by March 27, 2026, to ensure availability and discounted rates.
Room rates:
Hotel or Tower room: $171 + Resort fee/taxes
Studio Condo: $155 + Resort fee/taxes
One-bedroom Condo: $191 + Resort fee/taxes
Two-bedroom Condo: $225 + Resort fee/taxes
Three-bedroom Condo: $265 + Resort fee/taxes
A limited number of four- and five-bedroom condos are also available; email education@michigantownships.org for details.
Rates shown are per room, per night and do not include Resort Fee ($18.95 per night) or taxes (5% local tax and 6% state sales tax). Rates are for single or double occupancy, and extra charges may apply for additional adult guests in Hotel or Tower rooms.
NOTE: A three-night minimum is required to stay at the Grand Traverse Resort.
Sleep Inn & Suites
5520 US-31 North, Traverse City
1.5 miles to Grand Traverse Resort, free shuttle provided
- Room Rate: $112.00 (1 king or 2 queens) or $122.00 (king suite) plus 5% local tax and 6% state sales tax
- In-room coffee, free hot breakfast, indoor pool/whirlpool and fitness center, free WiFi and free parking
- Cancel by April 17 to avoid cancellation fee.
ParkShore Resort
1401 US-31 North, Traverse City
4.3 miles to Grand Traverse Resort, free shuttle provided
- Room Rate: $92.99 (king parkside), $102.99 (king or 2 queens courtside), $112.99 (king or 2 queens beachfront); plus 4% resort fee, 5% local tax & 6% state sales tax
- If paying by credit card, an additional 3.5% fee is applied
- Restaurant onsite, fitness center, indoor pool/hot tub, free WiFi and free parking
- Cancel at least 48 hours prior to arrival date to avoid cancellation fee
Cherry Tree Inn & Suites
2345 US-31 North, Traverse City
3.2 miles to Grand Traverse Resort, free shuttle provided
- Room Rate: $122.00 (Standard) to $152.00 (Bay view) plus $15 per night resort fee, 5% local tax & 6% state sales tax
- Additional charge of $20 per person, per night for rooms with Triple and Quad Occupancy.
- Free WiFi and free parking, hot breakfast buffet, in-room kitchenettes, fitness center & indoor pool/hut tub
- Cancel at least 3 days prior to arrival date to avoid cancellation fee.
The Baywatch Resort
1529 US-31 North, Traverse City
4.5 miles to Grand Traverse Resort, free shuttle provided
- Room Rate: $98.00 plus 7% resort fee, 5% local tax & 6% state sales tax
- Additional charge of $20.00 per person, per night for rooms with Triple and Quad Occupancy.
- Free continental breakfast, in-room coffee maker, microwave & mini-fridge, free WiFi and free parking
- Cancel at least 72 hours prior to arrival date to avoid cancellation fee.
Pointes North Beachfront Resort
2211 US-31 North, Traverse City
3.4 miles to Grand Traverse Resort, free shuttle provided
- Room Rate: $139.00 plus 5% hotel service fee, 5% local tax & 6% state sales tax
- Free continental breakfast, free WiFi and free parking
- Cancel by April 17 to avoid cancellation fee.
Hampton Inn
100 US-31 North, Traverse City
4.6 miles to Grand Traverse Resort, free shuttle provided
- Room Rate: $132.00 plus 5% local tax & 6% state sales tax
- Free WiFi, free parking, fitness Center and indoor pool, free hot breakfast and in-room coffee
- Cancel at least 48 hours prior to arrival date to avoid cancellation fee.
Avid Hotel Traverse City
1942 US-31, Traverse City
3.8 miles to Grand Traverse Resort, free shuttle provided
- Room Rate: $117.00 plus 5% local tax & 6% state sales tax
- Free hot breakfast, fitness Center and indoor pool, free WiFi and free parking
- Cancel at least 24 hours prior to arrival date to avoid cancellation fee.
Housing Procedures
More than 900 rooms have been reserved for attendees at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa and other area hotels. Each hotel offers unique amenities and discounted rates, as well as additional perks like free parking and complimentary breakfast (at select hotels). To reserve your hotel room in MTA room blocks, you must first register as a Conference attendee. This allows registrants priority access to rooms and prevents filling the most desired hotels with “just in case” bookings for individuals who later opt not to attend. NOTE: A three-night minimum is required to stay at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa.
IMPORTANT: All registration and housing confirmations will come from MTA or our housing bureau, Grand Connection any third-party emails are fraudulent.
Here’s how it works:
1) When Conference registration opens on Jan. 5, register online or send a completed form with payment via fax or mail prior to the opening of Conference housing.
2) Look for your confirmation email, which contains your personalized housing code. (Please allow two to three business days after receipt for processing of faxed or mailed forms.)
3) Beginning at 9 a.m. on Jan. 27, visit the housing website (link coming soon!) and enter your 6-8 digit personalized housing code and last name exactly how it appears in your Conference confirmation to reserve your room online. You may also fax or mail completed forms to the MTA Housing Bureau (online reservations via the housing bureau are recommended for best availability). NOTE: Forms received without a housing code will NOT be processed.
Housing Confirmation
The MTA Housing Bureau will provide a confirmation of your hotel reservation. Those booking via MTA’s secure housing website will receive an instant email confirmation; allow up to two weeks for faxed or mailed reservation forms. A complete mailing address, phone number and credit card to guarantee the rom are required to process housing requests. Most hotels allow pre-payment by check; instructions will be provided on your hotel confirmation. Do NOT send checks to MTA or the Housing Bureau; checks must be sent directly to your confirmed hotel.
Housing Changes & Cancellations
All hotel cancellations on or before April 15, 2026 must be made in writing by mail, fax or email to the MTA Housing Bureau, or use the link found in your confirmation email and select “Modify an Existing Reservation.” Confirmation of your revision(s) will be sent to you within one week. If you do not receive confirmation, call the MTA housing Bureau at (616) 785-6027, ext. 34. After April 15, cancellations or changes should be made directly with your hotel. Cancellation policies vary; see your reservation confirmation for details. late cancellations or early departures may result in penalties.
IMPORTANT: If you do not show up for the first night of your reservation, your entire reservation will be cancelled and you will be charged a cancellation fee in accordance with your assigned hotel’s policy. Please see your hotel confirmation for details.
REMEMBER: Make your reservations by March 27, 2026, to ensure availability and discounted rates.
NOTE: A three-night minimum is required to stay at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa.