Grand 19th-century hotel offering refined rooms, suites & cottages, plus tennis & restaurants. Overlooking the Straits of Mackinac, this famous hotel dating from 1887 lies 0.5 miles from Main Street. Elegant, individually styled rooms feature free Wi-Fi, cable TV, minifridges and coffeemakers. Upgraded options include 2-bedroom suites and a 4-bedroom cottage with an outdoor tub. Loaner bikes are available. The hotel offers a salon/spa, an outdoor pool, 2 hot tubs and a sauna, plus 4 tennis courts, croquet fields, a fitness center and a half-mile jogging trail. There are multiple dining options (some with live entertainment), along with landscaped gardens. Guests can enjoy the resort's porch, renowned as the world's longest.
"A historic hotel dating back to 1887, known for its timeless design by Dorothy Draper & Co., extensive activities, and a rich history. The hotel offers a unique experience with its no-car policy on the island, relying on horse-drawn carriages and bicycles." - Devorah Lev-Tov Devorah Lev-Tov Devorah Lev-Tov has been a travel, food, and drinks journalist for more than a decade, with bylines in publications like The New York Times, Vogue, and Bon Appétit, in addition to Trave
"The Grand Hotel Mackinac Island is a historic hotel that caters to families with a range of activities, including an event calendar, the Esther Williams Pool, and the Woodlands Activity Center. The hotel requires evening dress codes and offers kids' menus in all restaurants, along with an old-fashioned ice cream parlor." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"A historic hotel embracing the past with horse and buggy rides, offering a variety of family activities including swimming, miniature golf, and nature exploration." - Kathryn Romeyn, Devorah Lev-Tov
"The island’s iconic Grand Hotel is debuting new renovations as part of a larger five-year renovation project. The iconic Woodfill Suite has been transformed, as well as the Cupola Bar, a preppy cocktail bar with nightly live music."
"Grand Hotel, a National Historic Landmark, offers a historic experience with lawn games and dancing. The property features the longest porch in the world and is known for its unique rooms and car-free environment." - Travel + Leisure Editors