Stay directly on the water at Alexandra Inn, a boutique hotel in Traverse City, Michigan. Enjoy private beach access, lakeview balconies, and Blush Rooftop Terrace, the only waterfront rooftop bar and restaurant in Traverse City.

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Alexandra Inn

Boutique Hotel in Traverse City, Michigan

Alexandra Inn is a family-owned lakefront boutique hotel in Traverse City, Michigan, offering private beach access on East Grand Traverse Bay. Guests enjoy private balconies, beach access, and Blush Rooftop Terrace, our scenic rooftop restaurant and bar.

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Excellence in Craft Lodging

As a Select Registry member, Alexandra Inn is recognized among North America’s most unique and high-quality independent boutique hotels.

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Sunset over a calm body of water with a long pier extending into it, view from above showing rooftops and outdoor umbrellas of buildings near the shoreline.

Roasting smores at beach fire pit at Alexandra Inn

A man and woman clinking drinks at a beachside fire pit with chairs in the background.

Rooftop deck with Adirondack chairs, potted flowers, and a view of a beachfront and greenery.

Vintage hotel key rack with numbered brass keys and beige tassels, envelopes in each cubby.

Two people sitting on a bench at the edge of a dock, overlooking a body of water during sunset.

BOUTIQUE LAKEFRONT LODGING

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Crystal clear waters and a private beach on East Bay are just the beginning of what Alexandra Inn has to offer. From a Peloton bike in our fitness room to chocolate chip cookies nightly, explore all the perks of staying with us.

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Beach with multiple wooden chairs and a round table, sunset over water, orange and blue skies, sandy shoreline.

“I stay at the Alexandra Inn on a weekly basis and I am so impressed! They have the loveliest staff and are so personable. The rooms are always clean and welcoming and the beach is my favorite spot to relax. They even serve warm fresh cookies in the evenings! This place is a definite must stay!”

— 2025 Google Review from Alexandria B.

Waterfront Hotel Rooms in Traverse City

Experience boutique beachfront accommodations on East Grand Traverse Bay at Alexandra Inn. Our luxury hotel rooms feature king beds, spa-inspired marble bathrooms, premium linens, and custom-designed furnishings just minutes from downtown Traverse City.

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BLUSH: ROOFTOP TERRACE

Traverse City Rooftop Bar

Blush: Rooftop Terrace offers seasonal small plates, handcrafted cocktails, live music, and local wines overlooking East Grand Traverse Bay. Enjoy sunset views at Traverse City’s only waterfront rooftop bar.

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Alexandra Inn located in Traverse City, Michigan

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OUR LOCATION

Traverse City, Michigan

Alexandra Inn is nestled on the shore of East Grand Traverse Bay, part of the northern arm of Lake Michigan, offering inspiring sunsets across the bay looking towards Old Mission Peninsula. Experience the joys of lake life from reading on the Inn’s private beach or wine tasting at the rooftop terrace, Blush.

Our central location in Traverse City allows for easy off-site adventure as well. Tap into dozens of local wineries or visit the vibrant downtown both in under a 15-minute drive. Escape to neighboring port towns for a quiet afternoon or attempt the Dune Climb at Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Lakeshore, a short drive west of the Inn.

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People enjoying a day at the beach with umbrellas, some standing in the shallow water, and others on a small dock or patio area. Two musicians perform on the patio with pink umbrellas and string lights overhead.

Four glasses of different types of wine on a wooden tray, set on a gray table, with a sunset over a body of water in the background.

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Property Events

We offer a variety of activities and events hosted at Alexandra Inn and Blush: Rooftop Terrace. Check back as we get closer to reopening in 2026 for scheduled property events.