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Downtown Mackinac Island Lodging

JUST A REMINDER: One of the best ways to get the most of your Mackinac Island trip is to spend the night downtown in a charming hotel or cozy Bed and Breakfast. Here’s a photo album of some of our downtown lodging sponsors who will help you spend the night in the heart of Mackinac Island.

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Located at the end of Main Street, Hotel Iroquois on the Beach pampers guests in style and elegance with forty-six suites and rooms. Named by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the “Best Small Hotels in the World” for three consecutive years.
A stay at the Chippewa Hotel Waterfront - Mackinac Island, Michigan puts you right in the middle of all the charms of Mackinac Island. Watch the ferries arrive and the freighters pass by from the balcony of your Harbor View Suite.
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.
Main Street Inn and 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.
A small lovely boutique country inn, the Metivier Inn: Bed & Breakfast on Mackinac Island, Michigan 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.
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. Featuring a large front porch for enjoying breakfast or just relaxing while taking in the clip clop of horse & buggies passing by. Deluxe rooms and suites with all of the modern amenities.
Cloghaun Bed & Breakfast 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. Eleven guest rooms individually designed and decorated with antiques from the late 1800’s evoke a feeling of casual elegance.
Pontiac Lodge is an intimate, boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Mackinac Island.

The Pontiac Lodge has 11 distinct rooms, most with wet bars, private baths with showers and some with Jacuzzi tubs.
One of the best ways to get the most of your Mackinac Island trip is to spend the night downtown in a charming hotel or cozy Bed and Breakfast. Here's a map of some of our downtown lodging sponsors who will help you spend the night in the heart of Mackinac Island. - http://www.mackinacisland.net/downtown-lodging/
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Mackinac Island Lodging – Featured Downtown Hotels

Hotel Iroquois
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. Stunning views of the Straits of Mackinac and the Mackinac Bridge are the hallmark of a stay [...] more...

Chippewa Hotel Waterfront
A stay at the Chippewa Hotel puts you right in the middle of all the charms of Mackinac Island. Choose a main street room and wake up to the clip-clop of the horse carriages passing along the street below. Stay in a Harbor View waterfront room or suite and enjoy the views of the harbor [...] more...

Lilac Tree Suites
With thirty-nine uniquely appointed suites, Lilac Tree Suites 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. The unique decor is accented with variations of wood, wicker and iron. Traditional antiques and modern fixtures combine to create an [...] more...

Main Street Inn and Suites
Step back in time with an overnight stay on beautiful and historic Mackinac Island. Our well-appointed 18 rooms and suites provide comfortable elegance, perfect for honeymoon couples to large families. We offer affordable accommodations with many outstanding amenities, including a communal sitting room with pool table, cable television, and games. Our nightly turndown service includes a fudge [...] more...

Harbour View Inn
Immerse yourself in the ​historic​ charm that has made Mackinac Island famous when you stay at the Harbour View Inn – a hotel with a fascinating history of its own. Located only a short walk from the best attractions on Michigan’s Mackinac Island, yet away from the bustling traffic of downtown, this relaxing hotel complex offers the perfect romantic retreat. more...

Island House Hotel
Guests choose Island House Hotel for the gorgeous waterfront views & ideal location to downtown. Long-time family stewards continue to add contemporary conveniences while preserving the historic ambiance of this award-winning state landmark. Amenities include casual and fine dining, a heated indoor pool, indoor/outdoor hot tubs, bicycle rental, and freshly decorated air-conditioned guest rooms with [...] more...

Lake View Hotel
A lot of people will mention the wide white porch while others will tell you first about the swimming pool in the center of the hotel that is enclosed within a four-story atrium. We like that this hotel is directly across from the ferry docks, and in the midst of the bustling activity of Main [...] more...

Pontiac Lodge
Pontiac Lodge is an intimate, boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Mackinac Island. The Pontiac Lodge has 11 distinct rooms, most with wet bars, private baths with showers and some with Jacuzzi tubs. more...

Mackinac Island Lodging – Featured Downtown Bed and Breakfast Inns

Metivier Inn
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. Most of our rooms are ideal for couples or solo travelers, as [...] more...

Cottage Inn of Mackinac Island
Winter Lodging: Current Availability for December 2-3, December 8-10, December 15-17 and December 26-29, 2023 (Check website for latest winter availability.) 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 [...] more...

The Mackinac House
Mackinac Island has been charming visitors for decades with its beautiful landscape, history, shopping and sightseeing. The Mackinac House encompasses all the charm the island offers and is located steps away from it all. Mackinac House room types include: Deluxe Queen, Balcony Rooms, Tower Suite, Fort Suite and Lower Level Suite. Rates starting at $165 Our rooms [...] more...

Pine Cottage Bed & Breakfast
Pine Cottage Bed and Breakfast is one of Mackinac Island’s treasured hideaways, quietly tucked along Bogan Lane just steps away from Main Street, Lake Huron, nature trails, downtown shopping, dining, attractions, and nightlife. The unique Victorian farmhouse décor and design of each room with rustic hardwood floors lend itself to the quaint cottage’s much-beloved country character. [...] more...

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Mission Point Resort Dining – Photos

Mission Point Resort features five unique restaurants and eateries, including Chianti (Temporarily closed for the 2019 season), Round Island Bar & Grill, Bistro on the Greens, Reserve, Boxwood Coffeeshop & Cafe. Here’s our photo album to give you a glimpse of the wide-ranging dining options at Mission Point Resort.

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Chianti - Traditional, house-made Italian pastas, sauces and fare are hallmarks of Chianti. Begin the evening with a cocktail in the Library then savor the lovingly prepared cuisine al fresco on the lake view porch accompanied by live piano entertainment.
Round Island Bar &amp; Grill - The Round Island Bar &amp; Grill is a family-friendly culinary hub featuring all-day dining, signature drinks from our cocktail garden and indoor and outdoor seating. Round Island Bar &amp; Grill is a true Mackinac Island experience. Made to order omelets are featured on the breakfast buffet daily; burgers, sandwiches, salads and more can be enjoyed throughout the day.
Bistro on the Greens - Bistro on the Greens pairs great summer bistro dishes with extraordinary views. Overlooking the Greens of Mackinac, our picturesque 18-hole putting course, this popular spot features outdoor seating. We&#039;ve added something truly special to our alfresco dining at Bistro on the Greens, a lounge area overlooking the straits complete with fire pits.
Reserve - Enjoy Champagne, chocolate and sweet treats at Reserve, Wine Bar. The newest addition to the Mission Point dining experience, Reserve features a wide selection of wines from the world&#039;s premier wine-growing regions, as well as thoughtfully curated charcuterie boards and artisan cheeses.
Boxwood Coffeeshop &amp; Cafe -  Enjoy artfully crafted lattes made with Lavazza coffee and our made-from-scratch croissants or lemon bars. You will also find grab-and-go foods, Mission Point wines, and pasta sauces. Enjoy the views and take a moment to check your email using our free Wi-Fi.
Breakfast with a view at Round Island Bar &amp; Grill.
Round Island Bar &amp; Grill.
Bar seating at Round Island Bar &amp; Grill.
Patio seating at Round Island Bar &amp; Grill.
Chianti -
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Chianti - Seared Whitefish - Tuscan Herb Crusted - Lemon Risotto - Seared Kale - Puttanesca Sauce
Chianti - Butternut Squash Bisque - Toasted Pumpkin Seed
Chianti - Saut&eacute;ed scallops with a roasted tomato risotto and grilled asparagus, anyone? Indulge tonight in Chianti! Don&#039;t forget the glass of wine.
Bistro on the Greens offers lakefront dining and gorgeous views of the Straits.
Bistro on the Greens offers lakefront dining and gorgeous views of the Straits.
House-made burgers are the #1 seller at Bistro on the Greens.
Boxwood Coffeeshop &amp; Cafe -  Enjoy artfully crafted lattes made with Lavazza coffee and our made-from-scratch croissants or lemon bars. You will also find grab-and-go foods, Mission Point wines, and pasta sauces. Enjoy the views and take a moment to check your email using our free Wi-Fi.
Boxwood Coffeeshop &amp; Cafe -  Enjoy artfully crafted lattes made with Lavazza coffee and our made-from-scratch croissants or lemon bars. You will also find grab-and-go foods, Mission Point wines, and pasta sauces. Enjoy the views and take a moment to check your email using our free Wi-Fi.
Grab-and-go breakfast options are available at Boxwood Coffeeshop &amp; Cafe.
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Mackinac Island Halloween Celebrations – October 27, 2018

Get ready for another epic, fun-filled Halloween celebration this Saturday, October 27, 2018, on Mackinac Island. Enjoy all of the Halloween decorations throughout the island. Dress the kids up in their favorite costumes and take them downtown for trick-or-treating from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm on Saturday. And then put on your favorite costume for some adult Halloween fun Saturday night at the Pink Pony and other bars and restaurants on the island. Here are some photos from this Halloween and Halloweens Past to get you in the mood.

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That is one big BLACK CAT at the Metivier Inn: Bed &amp; Breakfast on Mackinac Island, Michigan
This Halloween witch dwells in the lobby of the Chippewa Hotel Waterfront - Mackinac Island, Michigan every October.
The guests who never leave.... (Photo via Main Street Inn and Suites)
Downtown Mackinac Island Trick or Treating (Photo via Main Street Inn and Suites)
Downtown Mackinac Island Trick or Treating (Photo via Caddywampus)
Downtown Mackinac Island Trick or Treating (Photo via Poppins)
Downtown Mackinac Island Trick or Treating (Photo via Caddywampus)
Downtown Mackinac Island Trick or Treating (Photo via Joann&#039;s Fudge of Mackinac Island)
Downtown Mackinac Island Trick or Treating (Photo via Joann&#039;s Fudge of Mackinac Island)
Downtown Mackinac Island Trick or Treating (Photo via Poppins)
Halloween decorations at the Cloghaun Bed &amp; Breakfast
Spiders taking over the outside of the Island House Hotel.
Spiders taking over the outside of the Island House Hotel
Three Blind Mice at the Pink Pony
Saturday night at the Pink Pony.
Don&#039;t forget to wear your best costume to the Pink Pony on Saturday night - 10:30PM &ndash; Judging begins for the COSTUME CONTEST. Winners will be announced at approximately 11:30. Cash prizes!!!
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Season Sales

Many island specialty shops are prepping for winter and bringing out the sale racks. Shop local and enjoy great deals throughout the island!

Trick-or-Treating

Children’s Trick-or-Treating down Main Street and Market Street. Businesses will be handing out candy Saturday the 27th, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm.

Live Entertainment

Nighttime entertainment at downtown bars

Costume Contests

You’re going to want to bring your Halloween costume and hit the town! Costume contests will be held at several establishments, including the Pink Pony and Gate House.

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Pink Pony – Halloween 2015 Photos

Another “Spooktacular” ending to an incredible season on Mackinac Island!

The Pink Pony does Halloween the right way! Photos via Pink Pony Photo Album on Facebook

 

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Mackinac Island Great Turtle Trail Run – Photos

This year marks the 23rd running of one of the most scenic trail events in the state. We have a capacity of 3,000 participants running and walking the inside trails of Mackinac Island during the last open weekend of the season.

Photos from the Mackinac Island Great Turtle Trail Run of 2018

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Mackinac Island Great Turtle Trail Run – Photos From Instagram

Here are the latest photos of the Mackinac Island Great Turtle Trail Run via instagram. If you have an instagram photo to share of your visit to a Mackinac Island Great Turtle Trail Run, tag it with #greatturtlerace and your photos will appear in the photo stream below.

Instagram post 17841677956048073 We're bad at selfies. First run in my #greatturtlerun vest! Love it!! #mackinawisland #razzle #RUN #Instarunners

We're bad at selfies. First run in my #greatturtlerun vest! Love it!! #mackinawisland #razzle #RUN #Instarunners ...

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My turtle run running mate #greatturtlerun. ...

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Instagram post 17844530893021185 Completed my first race in 13 years. Ready for my next one already! #MackinacIsland #GreatTurtleRun

Completed my first race in 13 years. Ready for my next one already! #MackinacIsland #GreatTurtleRun ...

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Instagram post 17842794790000764 #greatturtlerun#greatturtle#run#runner#igrunner#downriverrunners#runninggroup#runners

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Instagram post 17912473477366472 My 13.1 mile face, only smiling because my bib was 420. 😂🏃‍♂️ #mackinacisland #halfmarathon #run #trailrunning #greatturtlerun #420 #mypace

My 13.1 mile face, only smiling because my bib was 420. 😂🏃‍♂️ #mackinacisland #halfmarathon #run #trailrunning #greatturtlerun #420 #mypace ...

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Instagram post 17904958654046445 What an amazing day! The weather held out for the race... no rain until I was all finished. Probably the toughest course I've ever run, so I'm super happy with my time... I'll take a 14 minute pace when the race director starts with 'there's a really steep hill right at the beginning, but don't let it scare you, there are lots more after that one'. Such a beautiful course! Oh, and that medal! I'm in love with that medal ♡

#Michiganrunner #GreatTurtleRun #runmackinac #islandgirl #islandvacation #islandrun #thisgrandmaruns #itsabeautifullife

What an amazing day! The weather held out for the race... no rain until I was all finished. Probably the toughest course I've ever run, so I'm super happy with my time... I'll take a 14 minute pace when the race director starts with 'there's a really steep hill right at the beginning, but don't let it scare you, there are lots more after that one'. Such a beautiful course! Oh, and that medal! I'm in love with that medal ♡ #Michiganrunner #GreatTurtleRun #runmackinac #islandgirl #islandvacation #islandrun #thisgrandmaruns #itsabeautifullife ...

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Instagram post 17886177578136695 Day 1 of Week 2! It was windy but I powered thru! Mackinac Island Great Turtle Run here we come 😬
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Day 1 of Week 2! It was windy but I powered thru! Mackinac Island Great Turtle Run here we come 😬 #c25k #greatturtlerun #training #progress #wlscommunity #wlsjourney ...

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Instagram post 17841751303051855 #tbt last Saturdays #halfmarathon professional photos came in! Photographer did a great job of capturing my death #bestlifeinitiative

#tbt last Saturdays #halfmarathon professional photos came in! Photographer did a great job of capturing my death #bestlifeinitiative ...

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Instagram post 17843848066185260 Safe to say I met my step goal for today 🏃#halfmarathon #mackinacisland  #21.1 #greatturtlerun

Safe to say I met my step goal for today 🏃#halfmarathon #mackinacisland #21.1 #greatturtlerun ...

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Grand Hotel – Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend – September 12 – 14, 2025

Grand Hotel - Fall Wine Appreciation Weekend

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, Master Sommelier at Grand Hotel
The eighth woman Sommelier in the world, Elizabeth enjoys sharing her vast knowledge every season with our guests during this special themed weekend. You can also find her in our Main Dining Room helping you choose the perfect wine with your meal.

Grand Hotel’s Salle à Manger was recently awarded an Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator for the third consecutive year. It recognizes Grand Hotel’s well-chosen assortment of quality wines that will satisfy discerning wine lovers.

Learn More about Elizabeth Schweitzer.

About Trefethen Family Vineyards
As our sole source of grapes, our estate vineyards define our wines. Everything begins here. For over fifty years, we have been students of this land, and the more we learn, the more questions we have. Today, we farm at a level of detail that would have been unimaginable three generations ago. And yet, every harvest reveals more about the singular characteristics of each individual vineyard block, and the vine rows within it. Our awe for this place, and its unending complexity, is undiminished and we hope that you can taste the vineyard and the vintage in the wines that we craft. Learn more.

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel accommodations
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • Welcome Amenity
  • Friday evening Welcome Reception
  • Saturday afternoon wine tastings with food pairings and a culinary demonstration
  • Saturday Pre Dinner Reception
  • Saturday Evening Pairing Dinner (adults only)
  • Admission to the Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum

The Fall Wine Appreciation 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.

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Mackinac Island Fudge Festival – October 2 – 4, 2025

Calling all Fudgies!!!

Experience the magic of autumn at the newly re-imagined Fall Fudge Festival on Mackinac Island, taking place October 2-4.

This year’s festival blends the island’s iconic fudge with fall-themed festivities sure to delight the biggest fall and fudge fanatics. Wander the charming streets lined with fall decor, enjoy scenic bike rides through vibrant foliage, and savor the sweet flavors that make Mackinac Island famous.

Whether you’re a fudge foodie or simply looking for a cozy fall getaway, this weekend promises unforgettable memories.

For more than a century, Mackinac Island’s fudge has been an institution that’s become famous worldwide. Fudge devotees are known as “fudgies” – a term that is also synonymous with Northern Michigan tourists. Most people don’t need an excuse to indulge in a piece or two of creamy, decadent fudge.

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Fudge, heated in a copper kettle is poured onto the marble slab and allowed to cool and thicken at Joann&#039;s Fudge of Mackinac Island.
Carnel uses a long paddle to stir and smooth the fudge as it cools on the marble slab at Original Murdick&#039;s Fudge.
Aaron works the mixture around the table with a large paddle at Joann&#039;s Fudge of Mackinac Island
Carnel shapes the fudge into a long loaf to the delight of mesmerized audience inside the shop and outside the window at Original Murdick&#039;s Fudge.
Another pour of a fresh batch of Mackinac Island Fudge at Original Murdick&#039;s Fudge.
Original Murdick&#039;s Fudge
Aaron heats the fudge in the large copper kettle at Joann&#039;s Fudge of Mackinac Island.
Fudge begins to cool at Joann&#039;s Fudge of Mackinac Island.
This a a batch of penuche pecan fudge that Aaron is slicing in front of a audience of onlookers at Joann&#039;s Fudge of Mackinac Island.
A sign displaying the variety of flavors of fudge at Joann&#039;s Fudge of Mackinac Island.
The loaf of fudge is cut into slices ready to place in the display window at Joann&#039;s Fudge of Mackinac Island.
A wide variety of slices of fudge at May&#039;s Candy Shop.
Slabs of fudge at Original Murdick&#039;s Fudge
Pouring a fresh batch of fudge at May&#039;s Candy Shop
Ryba&#039;s Fudge Shops
Ryba&#039;s Fudge Shops
Pink Pony Fudge Martini - Stop in the Pink Pony from 3-5pm Friday &amp; Saturday for a specialty Pink Pony Fudge Martini! Serving this specialty beverage with Original Murdick&#039;s Fudge and Joann&#039;s Fudge of Mackinac Island in honor of the Mackinac Island Fudge Festival this weekend!
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