Hotels in Traverse City, MI

Get ready to have an awesomely sweet time in Traverse City, the self-proclaimed cherry capital of the world. Found off the arms of the Grand Traverse Bay, this scenic lakeside escape is home to sprawling rolling hills covered with idyllic orchards and vineyards. They are all of the best activities you could ask for, including vineyards, museums and lakeside beaches, and we have the top hotels in Traverse City for everyone in your group to enjoy.  

In Traverse City, you’re officially in wine country, where a coastline of vineyards offers a dazzling array of flavors and variety. Fed by the waters of Lake Michigan, the landscape here is lush and boasts miles of the famed Traverse Wine Coast. Two distinct wine tours, The Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsula wine trails, guide visitors through the more than 40 wineries that line the scenic coast. Enjoy award-winning wines and appetizers while seeing behind the scenes of how some of the region’s most renowned wine flavors are produced. 

We have downtown Traverse City hotels in the heart of the city near popular attractions like the historic City Opera, House State Theatre, Bijou by the Bay and Old Town Playhouse. There’s also the Dennos Museum Center. This museum has stunning architecture and offers regional artwork, exhibits and sculptures for a dynamic look into the city's culture.  

Family-friendly fun is in store at the Great Lakes Children’s Museum. Here, hands-on activities for children and the inner kid in you offer hours of delight. Explore educational exhibits, playgrounds and immersive displays the whole family will enjoy.  

No trip to Traverse City is complete without hitting visiting the beautiful beaches. Head to Clinch Park, a pristine coastal retreat with an amazing beach. This is the perfect place to hop in the water and catch some rays, where the coastline is surrounded by scenic walking paths and a stunning view of the city skyline. This vast park has a white sand beach, hiking trails, playgrounds, and a splash pad for an afternoon of lakeside leisure.  

There’s nothing sleepy about the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Hovering more than 400 feet above the vibrant Lake Michigan waters, this unique park is home to iconic and unparalleled views. Discover the more than 60 miles of sweeping vistas, miles of freshwater coastline, untouched forests and picturesque hiking trails. Located on the beautiful grounds of Historic Barns Park, Traverse City’s Botanic Garden is a year-round sanctuary on 25 acres of Michigan’s natural beauty. Stroll through a vast garden of native plants and local flowers against the backdrop of the open country landscape.  

After sipping and seeing your way up the Great Lakes coast, head back to one of our best hotels in Traverse City for a warm and inviting place to rest your head. 

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