Island House Hotel - Mackinac Island

3-star historic lakeside hotel on Mackinac Island

Historic Setting & Location

Island House Hotel Mackinac Island sits in a historic building that dates back to the 19th century, offering guests a front porch with rocking chairs overlooking Lake Huron. The hotel is a 9-minute walk from Fort Mackinac and a 2-minute walk from St Anne's Church, placing guests close to key island landmarks. Pellston Regional Airport is 46 km away, and the hotel provides luggage transfer from the ferry dock for a touch-free arrival.

Accommodations & Amenities

The hotel offers family rooms and suites with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and balconies with lake views. Guests have access to a heated indoor swimming pool open all year, a hot tub, and an outdoor fireplace on the sun terrace. A minimarket on-site sells snacks and essentials, and bicycle parking is available for those bringing their own bikes.

Dining & Entertainment

Two on-site restaurants serve American cuisine: the 1852 Grill offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner with lake views, while the Ice House BBQ provides a laid-back backyard setting. The 1852 Grill caters to dietary needs with vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options, and the hotel bar serves wine and champagne. Evening fire pits on the front lawn give guests a place to gather after dinner.

Leisure Facilities

The hotel operates its own bicycle rental stand in front of the property, allowing guests to explore the car-free island on two wheels. An outdoor hot tub is set beside the pool house, and sun loungers and beach chairs are provided around the heated pool. The sun terrace and garden offer outdoor furniture and a shared lounge area for relaxing.

Guest Services & Nearby Attractions

The 24-hour front desk can arrange ferry tickets and coordinate luggage valet service between the hotel and the dock. Arch Rock is 1 km from the property, and the hotel provides daily housekeeping upon request. Meeting and banquet facilities are available for groups, along with a shared lounge and TV area.

• Location: 9-minute walk to Fort Mackinac, 2-minute walk to St Anne's Church
• Rooms: Historic accommodations with lake view balconies and family suites
• Dining: 2 on-site restaurants - 1852 Grill and Ice House BBQ
• Leisure: Indoor heated pool, outdoor hot tub, and bicycle rental
• Family: Family rooms and luggage valet service for ferry transfers
• Extra: 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping on request, meeting/banquet facilities