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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.

An indoor pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a palm tree.

A buffet with various food items and a sailboat decoration.

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

Downtown Bay City, 0.2 km from Friendship Shell

Angel

P8,009

P8,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a seating area.

2. Courtyard Bay City

Uptown Bay City, 0.8 km from Friendship Shell

Scott

P7,281

P8,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

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

3. Quality Inn & Suites

3 km from Friendship Shell

Henrica

P4,636

P5,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 reception area with two desks, a stone-patterned wall, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

4. Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront

0.3 km from Friendship Shell

Falah

P5,803

P6,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.

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

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

5. Euclid Motel

2.4 km from Friendship Shell

Joel

P6,764

P7,508 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

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.

6. Bay Motel By OYO Bay City

2.2 km from Friendship Shell

Jeffery

P3,183

P3,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City

4.8 km from Friendship Shell

Kevin

P6,625

P7,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A modern hotel kitchen with a buffet setup, including labeled food stations and a patterned backsplash.

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

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

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

4.6 km from Friendship Shell

Colette

P7,714

P8,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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 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

14.2 km from Friendship Shell

Melissa

P6,702

P7,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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.

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

10. Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

6.9 km from Friendship Shell

Michael

P5,465

P6,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

14 km from Friendship Shell

Gordon

P7,652

P8,494 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by blue chairs and tables, and equipped with a ladder.

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

14.1 km from Friendship Shell

David

P7,829

P8,690 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

14.5 km from Friendship Shell

Jackie

P5,457

P6,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

A modern meeting room with a long table, multiple chairs, and a television screen.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Saginaw

14.6 km from Friendship Shell

Amanda

P6,625

P7,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

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

15. Residence Inn by Marriott Saginaw

14.2 km from Friendship Shell

Lance

P6,702

P7,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 wooden panel wall, a large circular wall art piece, and a minibar area with snacks.

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

14.2 km from Friendship Shell

rosemary

P6,335

P7,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a well-maintained lawn, stone pillars, and a covered parking area.

17. Comfort Suites Saginaw North

14.4 km from Friendship Shell

Isabelle

P5,999

P6,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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.

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Saginaw by IHG

14.7 km from Friendship Shell

Barbara

P5,887

P6,535 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, tiled walls, and a view of the outside.

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

5.9 km from Friendship Shell

Jennifer

P4,531

P5,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

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

20. Northland Motel Bay City-Kawkawlin

8.5 km from Friendship Shell

Patti Jo

P4,322

P4,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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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 1,000 reviews	View
Courtyard Bay City	9.0 Wonderful 620 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites	8.8 Excellent 794 reviews	View
Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Euclid Motel	7.6 Good 219 reviews	View

Top Friendship Shell Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

8/10 Good

"We had to wait 15 minutes to check in because the front desk person was on their own on another floor doing a large task. Should have 2 people."

Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place.good bar / Resturant"

Four Points by Sheraton Saginaw

10/10 Excellent

"Pool photos need to be updated. Was looking forward to indoor/outdoor pool but was still nice. Well kept rooms and turndown."

Comfort Suites Saginaw North

10/10 Excellent

"Pretty clean room."

AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

10/10 Excellent

"They made you feel right at home!! I plan on returning there very soon. It was a Great Experience!!!"

Courtyard Bay City

10/10 Excellent

"First time staying at this property. Would definitely stay there again. Close to many restaurants. Close to the only open bridge without a toll"

Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay, enjoyed the stay"

Rodeway Inn & Suites Saginaw I-675

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, quiet nothing fancy but decent"

DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, professional staff, very quiet and restful. Enjoy restaurant as well. Will stay here again."

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.

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. Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites Saginaw

Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel

Four Points by Sheraton Saginaw

Comfort Suites Saginaw North

AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City

Courtyard Bay City

Home2 Suites by Hilton Saginaw, MI

Rodeway Inn & Suites Saginaw I-675

DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City - Riverfront

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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