Island House Hotel

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel with 2 restaurants, near Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum

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Kayaking
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lobby
Exterior
View from property
On the picturesque island of Mackinac, Island House Hotel offers a charming haven with a warm fireplace in the lobby and two on-site restaurants serving American cuisine. Indulge in breakfast, enjoy some sun by the pool or explore nearby Ste. Anne Catholic Church and Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Reception fireplace
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Gift shops/newsstands

For families (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed (Stairs Only, Smallest Room, Dormered)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
6966 Main Street, Mackinac Island, MI, 49757

What's nearby

  • Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House & Insect World - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fort Mackinac - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Jewel at the Grand Hotel - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Arch Rock - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 1.3 miles/2.1 km
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 21 miles/33.8 km
  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 28.9 miles/46.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pink Pony - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Great Turtle Brewery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mary's Bistro Draught House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Fort Mackinac Tea Room - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Island House Hotel

When you stay at Island House Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, only a five-minute walk from Lake Huron and Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at 1852 Grill Room, one of 2 restaurants, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights at this historic hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a hot tub and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Languages

English
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At a glance

Hotel size

    • 94 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests must contact the property for discounted ferry transportation tickets from Mackinaw City or St. Ignace docks to Mackinac Island.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1852
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 104
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
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Special features

Dining

1852 Grill Room – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Ice House BBQ – This poolside restaurant specialises in barbecue and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 28.50 for adults and USD 17.10 for children

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 20 October 2024 to 1 May 2025 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed between 21 October and 2 May.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Island House Hotel
Island House Hotel Mackinac Island
Island House Mackinac Island
Island Hotel Mackinac
Island House Hotel Hotel
Island House Hotel Mackinac Island
Island House Hotel Hotel Mackinac Island

Frequently asked questions

Is Island House Hotel currently open?

This property is closed from 20 October 2024 to 1 May 2025 (dates subject to change).

Does Island House Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Island House Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Island House Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Island House Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Island House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at Island House Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (7.9 mi) is nearby.

What is there to do at Island House Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as boat tours, hiking and horse riding, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Island House Hotel also has 2 bars and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Island House Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, American cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Island House Hotel like?

Island House Hotel is in the heart of Mackinac Island, a short 1-minute walk from Lake Huron and 17 minutes' walk from The Jewel at the Grand Hotel. The local area is walkable and popular with nature enthusiasts.

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Island House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Perfect location, beautiful views!
Jenny, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful facility
Janet, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, close to town. The staff was pleasent and very friendly. This is a great place to stay while on the island.
cathy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We love the history of the island house hotel, and the accommodations are lovely!
Brian O'Kane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

loved the view from the hotel.
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel
Perfect location with a great view and large room for our family of 4. Will stay there again for any future visits.
Carrie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay and can’t wait to go back again. Everything was perfect.
Stephanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and great staff
Ernie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location when visiting Macanaw Island! Hotel was welcoming and we would definitely stay again.
Mindi, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff were very pleasant, an all around great stay
Lauree, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love staying there.. very short walk from everything and
Penny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always such a great stay. Convenient to downtown but far enough without the noise.
Karen, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Thought the price was high for what the hotel is but the location was perfect!
Patricia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean beds were comfortable.
SHAWN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with very professional staff and a great restaurant in the hotel.
Edward, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, close to the Main Street but away from the crowds and congestion.
Megan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved everything about our stay! Great room, staff and view!
ROBIN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful old hotel with a great location.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful charming place, such a friendly staff and the restaurant was very good !
FATIMA, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent quality hotel. Fab dining
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great front desk service. Great location
Fielding, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Big House Trip
Wonderful place to stay!!! Enjoy immensely!!
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Wonderful staff and very clean.
Kari, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great time great place to stay. Will return.
Karol, 1-night trip