Now that summer has officially arrived, don’t forget to enjoy the gardens in bloom on Mackinac Island. Here’s a glimpse of the walkway garden at the entrance to the Carriage House east of the Hotel Iroquois on the Beach. (Photos taken June 10, 2017.)
Hotel Iroquois / Carriage House Walkway Garden – Photo Gallery (Click on photos for captions & slideshow view)
The 2017 Mackinac Island Lilac Festival wrapped up last Sunday with a magnificent Lilac Festival Grand Parade. It’s good to know there’s much more summer fun is ahead. Our latest lodging photo album features Lakebluff Condos & Suites, located in the interior, “Stonecliffe” area of Mackinac Island. Lakebluff Condos & Suites are situated high on the West Bluff with expansive views of the Straits of Mackinac and the Mackinac Bridge.
Lakebluff Condos and Suites – Photo Gallery (Click on photos for captions & slideshow view)
Our latest photo album features the Inn at Stonecliffe , located in the park-like interior of the island. Set high on a bluff amid lush lawns and colorful gardens, The Inn at Stonecliffe offers breathtaking views of the Straits of Mackinac and the Mackinac Bridge. (Feel free to share your own photos in the comments below.)
The Inn at Stonecliffe – Photo Gallery (Click on photos for captions & slideshow view)
The summer season has officially arrived. To help you plan your Mackinac Island summer vacation, here is our latest photo album containing a few of our favorite photos of the Chippewa Hotel and the Pink Pony.
Chippewa Hotel – Photo Gallery (Click on photos for captions & slideshow view)
Prepare the Grand, a First Look with Dorothy Draper & Company
We invite guests to experience Grand Hotel as it prepares to open for the 2025 season. The pre-opening rate offers guests a chance to enjoy the tranquility of Mackinac Island and a casual stay as the staff gets ready to officially open Grand Hotel for our 139th season. This year, be among the first to explore the stunning restorations of the Parlor, Main Dining Room, and Gate House. Enjoy exclusive guided tours, meet the designers from Dorothy Draper & Company, Sebastian Varney and Rudy Saunders to experience a sneak peek of the incredible transformations.
Prepare the Grand guests also have exclusive access to explore a variety of guest rooms as they are prepared for the upcoming season, each showcasing its own unique design. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness the unveiling of our beautiful restorations and everything that makes springtime on Mackinac Island so magical!
Please note: This unique Grand Hotel package provides accommodations only. We will have limited services and amenities during this time, as the staff finishes preparation for the 2025 season. Casual attire is permitted at all times. Grand Coffee & Provisions will be open daily, and a Continental Breakfast Buffet will be available in the Main Dining Room for purchase. The restored Gate House a short walk from Grand Hotel will also be open for Lunch and Dinner.
Please call Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263 for specifics regarding the limited services available during this time.
Package Includes:
Grand Hotel accommodations (up to 4 people per room)
Casual attire is permitted at all times
Prepare the Grand reservations can also be booked by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263.
View the Tentative Agenda below. Please note that the events, times and locations listed in the Tentative Agenda are subject to change.
*Subject to 6% Michigan sales tax, 3% Mackinac Island assessment, 19.5% resort fee, and a $15.00 per person, per stay, baggage-handling charge. Regular children’s rates apply. Extra charges apply for additional adults over double occupancy rates. Dates are subject to availability, 30-day cancellation policy applies.
Grand Hotel Opening Weekend, a First Look with Dorothy Draper & Company
For familiar traditions and something all new, join us in the festivities of Grand Hotel Opening Weekend. Be the first to experience our exciting restorations of the Parlor, Main Dining Room and an update on the Facade! Take exclusive guided tours, meet the designers Sebastian Varney and Rudy Sauders from Dorothy Draper & Company, and get an insider’s look at the latest transformations. Don’t miss this rare chance to experience the reveal of our exciting restorations and all that beautifully unfolds in the springtime on Mackinac Island!
Enjoy elegant meals in our Main Dining Room, explore over 70 miles of bike trails, play lawn games in our Tea Garden (and find our Secret Garden as it begins to bloom), listen to our Resident Historian’s first lecture of the year, and experience all we have to offer as we kick off our 139th season! Highlights include:
Friday, May 2, 2025
Opening Ceremony and Champagne Toast
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Grand Opening with Toast
Front Porch Restoration Project Tour with Dorthy Draper & Company designers and architects from HopkinsBurns
Opening of The Jockey Club & Kentucky Derby Celebration – Champagne Toast for winner
Evening Cocktail Reception
Package Includes:
Grand Hotel accommodations
Breakfast and dinner daily
All resort amenities
Afternoon History Lecture
Friday Opening Ceremony with champagne toast
Friday evening Season Opening reception and celebration
Saturday Evening Cocktail Reception
Annual Kentucky Derby Party in the Terrace Room
The Grand Hotel Opening Weekend package can also be booked by calling Grand Hotel reservations at 1-800-334-7263.
View Grand Hotel Policies and Information >> to learn more about our evening dress code, luggage process, and more.
View the Tentative Agenda below. Please note that the events, times and locations listed in the Tentative Agenda are subject to change.
*Subject to 6% Michigan sales tax, 3% Mackinac Island assessment, 19.5% resort fee, and a $15.00 per person, per stay, baggage-handling charge. Regular children’s rates apply. Extra charges apply for additional adults over double occupancy rates. Dates are subject to availability, 30-day cancellation policy applies.
