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Dexter Hotel

2.0 star property

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Bar (on property) - Dexter Hotel (Elk Rapids)
A dimly lit bar area with leather seating and tables, framed pictures on the wall, and a warm ambiance. - Dexter Hotel (Elk Rapids)
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, a clock, and a mirror reflecting a chair and a window. - Dexter Hotel (Elk Rapids)
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A dimly lit room with a red leather couch, a round table with a lamp, and a window in the background. - Dexter Hotel (Elk Rapids)
Dexter Hotel provides a terrace and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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A bedroom with two beds, a wooden desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

Foundry Double

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Foundry King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Accessible Foundry Suite

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

Accessible Foundry Suite

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two beds, a wooden desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

Foundry Suite

  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Noble Suite

A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, a clock, and a mirror reflecting a chair and a window.

Noble Suite

  • Bay view
  • 58 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Assembly Family Suite

  • 57 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Elk Rapids is home to Dexter Hotel. While the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and Torch Lake can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Grand Traverse Resort Golf Course. Guntzviller's Spirit of the Woods Museum and Music House Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Elk Rapids travel guide
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112 Dexter, Elk Rapids, MI, 49629

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a calm lake with a forested shoreline.
    Elk Lake
    2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Rotary Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Elk Rapids District Library
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Historic Elk Rapids Town Hall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Johnny's Torch Riviera
    15 min drive
  • Pearl's New Orleans Kitchen
    2 min drive
  • Oasis Tavern
    7 min drive
  • The Dam Shop
    4 min walk
  • Masala Magic by Anita
    10 min walk

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Dexter Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dexter Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Dexter Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Dexter Hotel located?

Situated in Elk Rapids, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Edward C. Grace Memorial Harbor and Lake Michigan. Veterans Memorial Park and Elk Rapids District Library are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Dexter Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Pet friendly. Nice small shops nearby
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Communication
Room was a clean hotel room. Good food was within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Love Elk Rapids. Great location. Wonderful view to water. Convenient parking. Great areas to walk nearby!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The hotel was excellent. Very clean and all attention to detail was good. The tow was cute and nice alao
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The property exceeded our expectations! I've never had a hotel room with 2 full bathrooms! The beds were super comfy, and loved the small balcony. The staff were very kind as well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Pleasant stay

Keyless entry made check in easy, Room was spacious and clean. Snacks and water in room was appreciated. Covered parking was next to building. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Upscale rooms. Quiet. Perfect location - near the water and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Tim, the bartender, made our stay excellent. The other staff were very nice also. We received an upgrade and had a better room than we expected. The view was nice, the area is great, and we felt like we were the only people in town (off-season indeed).
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I cannot say anything bad about the Dexter. It was simply wonderful and the area was just amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place to stay very clean and updated. Only issue was the self check in. Lots of steeps to take trying to confirm booking
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
parking was easy. communications with staff were good but it would take a while to connect to someone via phone and we didn't receive an automated email with access info that we should have received. very comfortable beds and clean unit. not enough hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, clean , clean!!!! The fixtures were luxurious. We appreciated the updated design: clean lines, minimalist, modern coastal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was spotless and classy with some local chips and water in the rooms. Excellent for our small dog with amazing views and walking paths. I would also recommend a local breakfast spot Ames Street Cafe. We talked with another guest and we both enjoyed the home made local food. The rapids right next to the hotel was fantastic for wildlife and cool scenery. Short walk see the Elk River to flow into the east bay. It would be a great opportunity for a summer stay if you can get a boat slip. Great hospitality with a fresh modern look. No fears with this not being a large chain. We hope to return soon.
View from room
Areas to explore
Local view of Elk River
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very nice room, great location in center of town, immaculately clean, like-new construction. Would be 5 stars but I'm not keen on the self-service concept. No one working at reception, you have to check yourself in online and get access codes. We had no problems, but it's easy to see how it could be a problem. I notice that hotels have gotten rid of housekeeping, and now the front desk as well, but haven't passed on the savings in the form of lower rates.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy key-less check-in administered by text messages. Your phone needs to stay charged to remember the codes, or take a screen shot, or have a great memory of 3 #’s. The rooms are very clean and modern. What I did not like - for a light sleeper it is not ideal. I found the bed uncomfortable and there was a constant generator/broiler-like humming that made it difficult to fall asleep. The walls are very thin so any talking in the hallway, showers taken next door, were easily palpable to hear. Luckily my neighbors were quiet. The Roku tv did not provide much live sports tv options. It was fine for the the event I was there for, but I probably would not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hanan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean room self parking and most important pet allowed
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good situation, modern
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Beth

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
This was a beautiful place, located in a perfect spot. Cute little town you could walk to. Boat harbor was also within walking distance. As well as beach area for swimming. The place is very spacious for a family of six. Downside…there was no microwave to reheat food. There was a wine cooler, but no fridge. We had dirty sheets on top be bed and a dirty comforter on the other bed. By dirty, I mean brown smears. The cafe and bar were not open while we were there at beginning of the week.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was really nice and well decorated!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pamella

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Great room. No chairs. No water. No information. No coffee, tried to get coffee at the cafe downstairs, staff ignored me or served others after I had placed my order. Over priced for what is available.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The premises fully met our requirements for a short stay
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Not very much parking underneath even with reserved parking but other than that great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean! Super cute hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this room. Spacious, clean and modern with lots of natural light. Hotel was lovely as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very close to town. Walking distance to shops and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025