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Grand Hotel

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#7 of 12 Hotels in Mackinac Island
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286 Grand Avenue P.O. Box 286, Mackinac Island, MI 49757
00 1 844-246-7813
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Welcome to America’s Summer Place. Every year since 1887, Grand Hotel has welcomed guests and families to Mackinac Island, where cars are not allowed and bikes and horse drawn carriages are the favored modes of transportation. As Travel + Leisure’s 500 World’s Best Hotels and Conde Nast Traveler's Top 5 Midwest Resorts in 2012, Grand Hotel offers outstanding accommodations where no two guest rooms are alike. Enjoy spectacular views of the Straits of Mackinac in a rocking chair on the world’s largest porch,complimentary children's programs, The Jewel golf course, swimming, tennis, lawn games, gardens, bicycling, carriage tours, shopping, Sadie's Ice Cream Parlor, and an experience you will never forget.
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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Golf course
Tennis court
Babysitting
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Free internet
Wifi
Public wifi
Internet
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Sauna
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Kids club
Business Centre with Internet Access
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Non-smoking hotel
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Grand Hotel-Amazing Experience!!
My wife and I and two adult daughters enjoyed a wonderful three days on Mackinac Island, staying at the Grand Hotel. This is a “must do” trip!! The only way to access Mackinac Island is by ferry, and the only vehicle allowed on the island is a singular ambulance. All other modes of transportation are: horse drawn carriage, horseback, bicycle or your own two feet! Very quiet and pollution free environment. And the Grand Hotel—Excellent, excellent experience! This hundred year old hotel is magnificent. This stay was a “bucket list” item after seeing the movie “Somewhere in Time” many years previously. Our suite was beautiful, spacious and spotless. The breakfast and dinner (included in the price) were all one could ask-delicious, generous and served by individuals who genuinely seemed like they really enjoyed their responsibilities. The grounds are meticulous with various gardens to enjoy. The pool is huge, with enough room for all, even on a hot August afternoon. We loved the entire experience, were sorry to depart.…
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Date of stay: August 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 4 days ago
Thank you for your review. We are happy that your extended family had such a good time and were able to experience so much of Mackinac while you were with us. We do hope that we will see you all again soon!
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Childhood promise come true
30+ years ago I was on vacation with my parents at Mackinaw Island when I first saw the Grand Hotel. All we could do was look at it from the street and I made a promise that someday I would stay at that beautiful hotel! I finally made it and it was better than I hoped! Manicured grounds, walking paths, gorgeous view, lovely room, excellent food. The views from the porch was awesome. The staff was very helpful and courteous. We booked our stay in February for our July visit. We booked a less expensive interior room but at check-in we found that we had been upgraded to an exterior room so we had an amazing view! It was perfect and my wife loved the whole experience!
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Date of stay: July 2019
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 24 Jul 2019
Thank you for your review. We hope to see you again soon!
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The Island itself is very quaint and the Grand Hotel is exquisite.
There is no car traffic on the island, only transporation is via ferry from Mackinac City and then on foot or horse drawn carriages. There is a good mix of history, architecture, natural beauty and fun shops. The Grand Hotel is exquisite. Its claim to fame is the largest front porch in the world with its wonderful view of Lake Huron. The meals are fantastic and the service first class. Enjoy the varied rooms available and I recommend staying on the Lake side (or front) of the hotel so you can look out at the lake, lighthouses and boats
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Room Tip: Best views are on the porch or front side of the hotel
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Responded 4 days ago
Thank you for your review. We appreciate you sharing your experience with other travelers and hope to see you again.
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Somewhere In Time Fan Club Reunion
Amazing. The hotel and all the property are beautiful. Reminiscent of the past but up to its 5 star standards. The dinning room food was delectable. Our room was impeccable and the bed so comfortable. Cannot wait to return.
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Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Thank you, Grand Hotel is definitely the best place for a Somewhere in Time Fan Club to visit! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again.
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One Off The Bucket List
We didn't stay at the hotel ($600 per night!) but we did tour the hotel and island. My late mother in law worked at the hotel during her college years and told many stories about this wonderful place. I also love the movie "Somewhere in Time" which was filmed there. It looks just like it did in the movie 30 years ago. It was a dream fulfilled to visit this timeless, wonderful, place.
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Date of stay: June 2019
Response from GHKellie, Manager at Grand Hotel
Responded 4 days ago
Thank you, we are glad you enjoyed your day visit and were able to see some of the places you may have recognized from the movie or your mother-in-law's stories.
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What type coffee maker will I have in my room?
Sorry for the much late response. Small 2 cup coffee maker with starbucks coffee.
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Is it possible to get a table by the window? How much do you have to pay?
Our stay at the Grand included breakfast and dinner so we didn't pay anything for our meals. There is a no tipping policy at the Grand
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Is it acceptable for one person to order two entrees at dinner?
Yes, you can order 2 entrees and 2 desserts. Any combination of 5 courses is acceptable.
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With the FAP plan included in a 2 night stay, which meals are included on the day of arrival and day of departure?
Check in is usually in late afternoon so dinner will be included and the departure time is approx. 11 am so your breakfast will be included.
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Can anyone advise the type of mattress used in the standard rooms, we stayed there 2 summers ago and wanting to buy the same for home? I am reading Capital bedding the Touch of Softness model but can anyone confirm? Thanks
That is correct! Capital bedding Touch of Softness is the mattress we use in our guest rooms.
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"Best views are on the porch or front side of the hotel"
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"Ask for a room with a view of the front lawn and lake."
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"Gents, bring a suit jacket and tie, ladies a nice dress and necklace. Enjoy."
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"The view from the front rooms in the hotel must be wonderful!"
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"lake view are best."
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PRICE RANGE
€356 - €927 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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United StatesMichiganUpper PeninsulaMackinac Island
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Frequently Asked Questions about Grand Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Grand Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Mackinac Island State Park (0.9 km), Forge a Memory (0.5 km), and St Anne's Catholic Church (1.0 km).
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What are some of the property amenities at Grand Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
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Which room amenities are available at Grand Hotel?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
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What food & drink options are available at Grand Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
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What are some restaurants close to Grand Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include JoAnn's Fudge, Chuck Wagon of Mackinac, and Original Murdick's Fudge.
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Are there opportunities to exercise at Grand Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
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Is Grand Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.5 km away from the centre of Mackinac Island.
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Are any cleaning services offered at Grand Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
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Does Grand Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
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Are there any historical sites close to Grand Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Fort Holmes (1.1 km), Biddle House (0.6 km), and Trinity Church (0.6 km).
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Does Grand Hotel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbour view available here.
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