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Main Street Inn and Suites – Photos

SUMMER IS COMING! And hotels, restaurants, and shops have opened (and are opening) to help you make the most of your trip to Mackinac Island. For the next couple of weeks we’ll be sharing photo albums from hotel and restaurant sponsors. Here’s a collection of our favorite photos of Main Street Inn and Suites, located in the heart of downtown Mackinac Island…

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Main Street Inn & Streets - located in the heart of downtown Mackinac Island - offers 18 rooms and suites with comfortable and elegant furnishings and all the amenities to make your trip to Mackinac Island a vacation to remember. Choose from an assortment of guest rooms and suites. Grab one of the suites with a private balcony and - from your perch above Main Street - you can keep track of all the comings and goings in Downtown Mackinac Island.
The view to the west down Main Street.
The spacious living room of a Main Street Inn suite with a balcony overlooking Main Street and the picturesque harbor.
This beautiful suite features two queen beds in the bedroom and an adjoining living room with a bay window. A small balcony overlooks Mackinac Island's Main Street and the picturesque harbor. This room also includes a Jacuzzi tub in the bathroom.
The Honeymoon suite is perfect for an anniversary or a romantic getaway. It offers a king bed with a Jacuzzi tub in the bedroom, a two-person shower, and an adjoining living room with a balcony overlooking Mackinac Island Main Street and the picturesque harbor.
Guests have a great view of the harbor from this third floor Main Street Inn suite. You can watch the Shepler's ferries arrive and depart from the dock at Mackinac Island.
A horse-drawn shuttle transports newly arrived visitors down Main Street. The waters of the Straits of Mackinac in the distance.
The king bed and Jacuzzi in the bedroom of the honeymoon suite.
The view of the harbor from the private balcony at Main Street Inn & Suties.
This beautiful suite features two queen beds in the bedroom and an adjoining living room with a bay window. A small balcony overlooks Mackinac Island's Main Street and the picturesque harbor. This room also includes a Jacuzzi tub in the bathroom.
The one-bedroom suite living room with a bay window. A small balcony also overlooks Mackinac Island's Main Street and the harbor.
Watch the horse-drawn carriages and drays go by on Main Street of Mackinac Island from the balcony. This is the view to the west with the waters of the Straits of Mackinac in the distance.
This suite features one bedroom with a king bed and another with two queens, plus an adjoining living room with a large balcony overlooking Mackinac Island Main Street and the picturesque harbor.
Suite living room with a large balcony overlooking Mackinac Island Main Street.
Main Street Inn's community sitting room with pool table, cable television, and games.
The king bed and Jacuzzi in the bedroom of the honeymoon suite.
From their private balcony guests at Main Street Inn & Suites are treated to great views of the harbor at Mackinac Island.
The view east down Main Street with a view of Fort Mackinac on the bluff above downtown.
The suite is equipped with a wet bar, a coffee maker, a microwave oven, a refrigerator, two cable televisions, DVD player, air conditioning, ceiling fans, an iron and ironing board, a hair dryer and terrycloth bath robes.
Main Street Inn's community sitting room with pool table, cable television, and games.
This beautiful suite features two queen beds in the bedroom.
A delivery of flowers traveling down Main Street - as viewed from Main Street Inn and Suites.
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Mackinac Island Featured Lodging – Photos

Many hotels have opened for the season on Mackinac Island and many more are opening soon. JUST REMEMBER: An overnight trip to Mackinac Island gives you time to see a beautiful Straits of Mackinac sunset, take a night-time stroll downtown, and wake up to the clip-clop of horses outside your window. With that in mind, we’d like to give a shout-out – with this photo album – to our lodging sponsors who are ready to take great care of you on your next stay on Mackinac Island…

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Grand Hotel is OPEN for the SEASON -- Grand Hotel is situated on the southwestern bluff of Mackinac Island overlooking the Straits of Mackinac and &ndash; in the distance &ndash; the Mackinac Bridge. From the front porch &ndash; the world&rsquo;s largest at 660 feet &ndash; guests can look down at the well-kept gardens and relax and enjoy the ambiance of &ldquo;somewhere in time&rdquo;. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/grand-hotel/&quot;
Hotel Iroquois OPENS for the SEASON on May 11, 2017. - Located on the waterfront at the western edge of town, the Hotel Iroquois is convenient to all the main-street attractions of Mackinac Island, yet far enough away to offer guests a bit of privacy from the downtown bustle. Biddle Point Suite at Hotel Iroquois. Stunning panoramic views of Mackinac Harbor. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/hotel-iroquois/
Mission Point Resort is OPEN for the SEASON - Mission Point Resort is located on Mackinac Island, one of the most unique island destinations in the world. Guests are enchanted by Mission Point&rsquo;s relaxed atmosphere, award-winning cuisine, rustic fireside ambiance, rich culture, arts and activities, broad lawns and lush gardens. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/mission-point-resort/
The Chippewa Hotel is OPEN for the SEASON - The Chippewa Hotel is located at the east end of downtown at the foot of the bluff where Fort Mackinac stands guard on the island. Guests who stay in the Chippewa Hotel&#039;s spacious lake view and harbor view suites can enjoy a fantastic view of the Straits of Mackinac and watch the boats and ferries come and go from Mackinac Island. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/chippewa-hotel/
Lilac Tree Suites &amp; Spa is OPEN for the SEASON - With thirty-nine uniquely appointed suites, the Lilac Tree Suites and Spa reflects the French, English and American heritage of Mackinac Island. Each spacious suite has a living room and a separate sleeping room. No two suites are alike. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/lilac-tree-suites-and-spa/
Main Street Inn and Suites is OPEN for the SEASON - Main Street Inn &amp; Suites, located in the heart of downtown Mackinac Island - offers 18 rooms and suites with comfortable and elegant furnishings and all the amenities to make your trip to Mackinac Island a vacation to remember. Choose from an assortment of guest rooms and suites. Grab one of the suites with a private balcony and - from your perch above Main Street - you can keep track of all the comings and goings in Downtown Mackinac Island. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/main-street-inn-and-suites/
This beautiful 3 bedroom Suite at Lakebluff Condos &amp; Suites has a vaulted ceiling living room with fireplace and sliding glass patio doors which places you on a balcony facing the Straits of Mackinac and the Mackinac Bridge. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/lakebluff-condos-and-suites/
The The Inn at Stonecliffe - Mackinac Island OPENS on May 12, 2017. - Discretely situated high atop the west bluff of Mackinac Island, The Inn at Stonecliffe welcomes you to experience the historic charm and unparalleled beauty of this one-of-a-kind Mackinac Island summer estate hotel. Today, completely remodeled and expanded, this Edwardian style Inn &amp;amp; hotel celebrates its first century with an unmatched location and grand views of the Straits of Mackinac and Mackinac Bridge. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/inn-at-stonecliffe/
Harbour View Inn OPEN today May 9, 2017 - Immerse yourself in the ​historic​ charm that has made Mackinac Island famous when you stay at the Harbour View Inn &ndash; a hotel with a fascinating history of its own. This relaxing hotel complex offers the perfect romantic retreat. Wander to the nearby docks and watch yachts sail into the tranquil harbor or take a short stroll along historic streets where the finest shops and restaurants on Mackinac Island await. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/harbour-view-inn/
Metivier Inn OPENS for the SEASON on May 18, 2017 - The historic Metivier Inn, whose beautiful gardens attract the attention of passersby on Market Street all summer long. A small lovely boutique country inn, the Metivier Inn offers 22 charming guest rooms for your stay on Mackinac Island, each including air conditioning and private baths. The rooms are uniquely and tastefully decorated in a blend of English and French country style. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/metivier-inn/
The Cottage Inn of Mackinac is OPEN for the SEASON. - Located on quiet Market Street, the Cottage Inn is just one block from the downtown area. Ferry Docks, Mackinac Island State Parks, historic Fort Mackinac and the Mackinac Island Marina are only a short stroll away. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/cottage-inn/
Cloghaun Bed &amp; Breakfast OPENS for the season on May 12. - Cloghaun is one of the oldest Victorian homes on the Island. Thomas and Bridget Donnelly left Ireland in 1848, and completed Cloghaun in 1884. This lovely home has been preserved by their descendants and now offers guests a tranquil, romantic interlude from the demands of everyday life. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/cloghaun-bed-breakfast/
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Mackinac Island Early Season News and Specials – May 2010

The days are warming up and spring flowers are beginning to bloom — the month May is a great time to plan a getaway on Mackinac Island. Not only can you enjoy the spring splendor on the island, you can also get some of the best deals of the year. It’s a great time to treat yourself to an overnight stay at one of the many great hotels and bed and breakfasts on the island. Here are a few of the deals for the month of May:

Hotel Iroquois Great Escape
Conde Nast Award winning hotel on the waterfront. Package includes 50% off of our off season room rates, complimentary baggage service and special ferry discounts.

Dates: May 7-20
Minimum two night stay required, limited number of getaways available. Sales tax and hotel surcharge additional.

Rates start at $105

Reservations: (906) 847-3321

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Market Street Inn May Special

Queen Rooms: $89.00/night Sunday through Thursday with a two night minimum

King Jacuzzi Suites: $145.00/night Sunday through Thursday with a two night minimum.

The Garden Suite is not included in this offer.

The May special runs through the end of May.

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Cloghaun Bed & Breakfast Mother’s Day
May 7-8-9, 2010
 Spend Mother’s Day weekend amidst the charm and loveliness of Cloghaun Bed & Breakfast. The eleven guest rooms are individually designed and decorated with antiques from the late 1800’s to evoke a feeling of elegance and nostalgia.

The package is just $240 for three nights in a standard room and includes breakfast and afternoon tea daily as well as a half pound of delicious Mackinac Island Fudge.

Stay One Night, Get One Night Free – May 9 -13 & May 16 -20

Birthday Special – $126/night all weekends in May

Reservations: (888) 442-5929

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Grand Hotel – Mother’s Day Weekend Package – May 7 – 9, 2010

Treat Mom to a truly special weekend while we handle all the details. Includes a Friday evening Welcome Reception, Saturday evening Grand Cocktail Reception, the Grand Luncheon Buffet on Mother’s Day, a Grand Hotel History Lecture and free golf green fees (cart fee required).

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Grand Hotel – Photos

Grand Hotel opens for its 130th season THIS THURSDAY. To mark this historic moment here are some of our favorite photos posted on Facebook in the last 7 years. (Feel free to post your own favorite Grand Hotel photo in the comments on our Facebook page.)

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Tulips in bloom at the entrance of Grand Hotel in the spring.
Grand Hotel historian Bob Tagatz gives a talk on the early history of Mackinac Island on the porch with the Mackinac Bridge in the background.
Anyone for a &quot;grand game of chess&quot;? Chess pieces on the eastern end of the front porch of Grand Hotel.
The fountain in the tea garden of Grand Hotel.
The Esther Williams Swimming Pool at Grand Hotel.
A deluxe lake view guest room with balcony at Grand Hotel.
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The Jockey Club at the Jewell at Grand Hotel.
Grand Hotel - interior.
A grand piano in the interior of Grand Hotel.
The Main Dining Room at Grand Hotel.
A dessert table at the lunch buffet.
The Main Dining Room at Grand Hotel. Non-hotel guests can enjoy Grand Hotel dining in the Main Dining Room. Rates for non-hotel guests are as follows: Breakfast $30, Luncheon Buffet $40 and Dinner $75.
A deluxe lake view guest room with balcony at Grand Hotel.
A lake view guest room decorated by New York designer Carleton Varney&hellip; At Grand Hotel, no two of the 385 guest rooms are alike.
The spacious interior grounds of Grand Hotel.
Grand Hotel gardens
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The panoramic view of the Straits of Mackinac from the Cupola Bar at Grand Hotel.
Late summer flowers at the entrance to Grand Hotel.
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2010 Mackinac Island Stone Skipping Tournament – Photos and Video

Guinness Book Record holder Russ “Rock Bottom” Byars won the 2010 Mackinac Island Stone Skipping Tournament with a throw of 30 skips. Second place went to Todd “Mussels” Callewaert with 26 skips & rounding out 3rd was Glenn “Hard Luck” Loy with a 22 skips.
 
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(Note: Video is the third round throw and is not the tournament winning 30 skip throw.)
 
 
 

 
 

Grand Hotel News and Specials

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Grand Hotel – Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend – September 12 – 14, 2025
[ September 12, 2025 to September 14, 2025. ] This September, raise a glass to extraordinary wines at our Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend. Join Trefethen Family Vineyards and Grand Hotel Master Sommelier Elizabeth Schweitzer for an array of themed events, including a Friday Welcome Reception, Saturday afternoon wine tastings with food pairings, culinary demonstrations, and a Saturday evening special Wine Pairing Dinner. About Elizabeth Schweitzer, [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Somewhere in Time Weekend – October 3 – 5, 2025
[ October 3, 2025 to October 5, 2025. ] Join us Friday, October 3 to Sunday, October 5, as we celebrate a trio of milestones: The 35th anniversary of our iconic Somewhere in Time Weekend, the 45th anniversary of the movie “Somewhere in Time” that was filmed at Grand Hotel, and the 50th anniversary of the novel the movie was based on, “Bid Time [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Cork & Fork: A Celebration of Female Culinary Talent – October 10 -12, 2025
[ October 10, 2025 to October 13, 2025. ] Take a culinary adventure by experiencing Cork & Fork: A Celebration of Female Culinary Talent. A variety of guest chefs and our own Master Sommelier, Elizabeth Schweitzer, come together for a weekend of fine wine and dining, including an eight-course wine-paired tasting dinner. This year we will create a Love Letter to the Midwest, inviting chefs from [...] more...

Legacy Five at Grand Hotel – October 12 – 14, 2025
[ October 12, 2025 to October 14, 2025. ] For the joy of it, for the magic of it, come experience Legacy Five performing live at Grand Hotel. Enjoy the Gospel and Christian music of band members: Lee Black – Tenor Scott Fowler – Lead Singer Jake Losen – Baritone Matt Fouch – Bass Tim Parton – Pianist The musical guest for this concert package will be Greater Vision. Package Includes: [...] more...

Grand Hotel History Weekend – October 17 – 19, 2025
[ October 17, 2025 to October 19, 2025. ] You’re invited to journey through time at Grand Hotel’s 16th Annual History Weekend and learn the story behind the hotel’s wooden structure built in 1887. Fall is a great time of year to experience Mackinac Island and Grand Hotel. Join us as we explore the fascinating history of Grand Hotel – “The Building.” Learn about the [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Fall Murder Mystery Weekend – October 24 – 26, 2025
[ October 24, 2025 to October 26, 2025. ] Secrets are swimming and a murderer is among us at Grand Hotel! Join us in October for an interactive weekend brought to you by The Murder Mystery Company, founded in Michigan. The intrigue begins Friday night and the crime is solved Sunday morning. This Halloween season, you’re invited to a party to die for! During the comedy [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Close the Grand for the Season – October 26 – 27, 2025
[ October 26, 2025 to October 27, 2025. ] Something different, something time-honored: You’re invited to join in the unique experience as we close Grand Hotel’s doors for the winter months. This package includes a casual dinner buffet on Sunday evening and a continental breakfast Monday morning. Enjoy an informal atmosphere with no dress code Sunday – Monday as we clean out our pantries and [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Mother’s Day Weekend Package – May 9 – 11, 2025
[ May 9, 2025 to May 11, 2025. ] Have an unforgettable time with mom and take advantage of all the fine amenities at Grand Hotel during our Mother’s Day Weekend celebrations. From special receptions, daily activities, and nightly entertainment, to a delectable Grand Luncheon Experience, crafted by our chefs to delight mom with local flavors and a celebrate timeless traditions at Grand Hotel. Package [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Memorial Day Weekend Package – May 23 – 26, 2025
[ May 23, 2025 to May 26, 2025. ] For something different, something fun, come celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at America’s Summer Place! Explore the historic landmarks and natural beauty of Mackinac Island, enjoy the tradition of Afternoon Tea in the Parlor and nightly live musical entertainment, kick back and relax in a rocking chair on the World’s Longest Porch, and be one of [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Titanic Weekend – May 30 – June 1 , 2025
[ May 30, 2025 to June 1, 2025. ] The Year is 1912 and you have a First-Class Ticket on the Titanic. Experience a weekend of glamour and decadence in a way that only Grand Hotel could offer. Be whisked away each night with live bands, dancing, and authentic cuisine in the ballroom. Learn what it was really like to be on the “Unsinkable [...] more...

Grand Hotel Lilac Festival Week Package – June 6 – 8 & June 12 -17, 2025
[ June 6, 2025 to June 8, 2025. June 12, 2025 to June 17, 2025. ] Available Friday, June 6 - Sunday, June 8, 2025 & Thursday, June 12 - Tuesday, June 17, 2025 Description Join us for Mackinac Island’s annual Lilac Festival, where we celebrate the island’s beloved fragrant blooms! Since its inception in 1948, this 10-day festival has honored the lilac, a stunning flower with a rich history—some of which are over [...] more...

Grand Hotel – August Grand Princess and Superhero Package – August 15 – 17, 2023
[ August 15, 2023 to August 17, 2023. ] Arrive Tuesday, August 15 • Depart Thursday, August 17, 2023 Description For the fun of it, for the escape of it: Join the magic of the Annual Grand Princess and Superhero Package at America’s Summer Place. Your own princess or superhero will have a Grand time dressing up as their favorite princess or superhero for two days [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Late Summer Michigan Golf Live Package – September 8 – 10, 2024
[ September 8, 2024 to September 10, 2024. ] For something different, something fun, tee up the vacation of a lifetime with our Late Summer Michigan Golf Live Package. Named for the state’s leading golf program, Michigan Golf Live, show host Bill Hobson coordinates this special event — complete with three days of unlimited golf on The Jewel, prize giveaways, private evening receptions, a [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Golf Packages
The Jewel is comprised of the Grand nine, across the street from the hotel; and the Woods nine, set in the interior of Mackinac Island. The Jewel features scenic beauty, lush landscaping and meticulously manicured tees, fairways and greens. The Grand nine was built in 1901 and redesigned in 1987. The Woods nine, added in 1994, [...] more...

Closing of the Grand – Photos
Every season at Grand Hotel has to come to an end. It is a unique experience as we close the doors for the winter months. Photos from Grand Hotel – Close the Grand for the Season 2018 Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons Bob Tagatz, the hotel’s historian and concierge will do [...] more...

Halloween at the Grand – Photos
It’s the first ever Halloween at the Grand… Enjoy a weekend of Halloween activities at Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island and wear your spookiest, silliest, or craziest costume to the Halloween Ball and Costume Party on Saturday night… Take advantage of the opportunity to stay and see Grand Hotel as it has never been seen [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Photos
Grand Hotel is situated on the southwestern bluff of Mackinac Island overlooking the Straits of Mackinac and – in the distance – the Mackinac Bridge. From the front porch – the world’s largest at 660 feet – guests can look down at the well-kept gardens and relax and enjoy the ambiance of “somewhere in time”. [...] more...

Grand Hotel – Photos
Grand Hotel opens for its 130th season THIS THURSDAY. To mark this historic moment here are some of our favorite photos posted on Facebook in the last 7 years. (Feel free to post your own favorite Grand Hotel photo in the comments on our Facebook page.) Grand Hotel – Photo Gallery (Click on photos for captions [...] more...

Grand Hotel Weddings – Photos
For decades, Grand Hotel has served as an exceptional locale for countless weddings. Today, Grand Hotel is well prepared to host weddings with up to 450 guests. Wedding ceremonies are held in two beautiful locations. The legendary Grand Hotel porch is lined with boxes filled with red geraniums. A second location, the Grand Hotel Tea [...] more...

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Grand Hotel

Grand Hotel is situated on the southwestern bluff of Mackinac Island overlooking the Straits of Mackinac and – in the distance – the Mackinac Bridge. From the front porch – the world’s largest at 660 feet – guests can look down at the well-kept gardens and relax and enjoy the ambiance of “somewhere in time”. It is no wonder that hollywood has chosen to come here more than once. Indeed, like a classic movie, Grand Hotel is larger that life. The Victorian elegance has been kept intact. Each room at Grand Hotel has been tastefully decorated by New York designer Carleton Varney with its own special character and style. Breakfast and dinner daily are included in the Grand Hotel room rate, and are served in the Main Dining Room. Visit their website and familiarize yourself with the elegance and the history of this magnificent hotel. A stay on Mackinac Island at Grand Hotel is a unique experience and most guests depart to the mainland with memories that last a lifetime.

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Grand Hotel
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
1-800-33-GRAND

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