Island House Hotel

3.5 star property
VIP Access

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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6966 Main Street, Mackinac Island, MI, 49757
  • Place, Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House & Insect World
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Mackinac
    ‪8 min walk‬
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Room options

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Harbour View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Harbour view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Harbour View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Harbour view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Harbour View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Island House Hotel

This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, an indoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Island House Hotel offers 94 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Island House Hotel's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Huron. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants and 2 bars.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy American cuisine with ocean views at 1852 Grill Room, one of the property's 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a gift shop, a lift and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the overall condition of the property
  • Steps from Richard & Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum and 4 minutes on foot from Ste. Anne Catholic Church
Island House Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at the historic Island House Hotel.

This 3.5-star Mackinac Island hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.
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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 28.50 for adults and USD 17.10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 1852 Grill Room
  • Ice House BBQ

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (104 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1852
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 October and 2 May.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 28.50 for adults and from USD 17.10 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Island House Hotel Mackinac Island
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Island House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 737 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1009 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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We stayed in mid October 2025 and would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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Lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ella

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Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as expected, wonderful location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

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Beautiful property, clean, great service and food
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

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It is a beautiful place. Close to many restaurants and attractions
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Analisa

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We love Island House Hotel!! Perfect location and wonderful service!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

melanie

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great location , beautiful place !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the hotel for its
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cal

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Clean, great staff, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chad

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Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Randy

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Beautiful place, excellent lication
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

betrina

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Was great food, comfy bed and pillows and great service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ernest

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This is a beautiful hotel and location. We really enjoy sitting on the porch and looking at the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terri

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The island house was so beautiful and clean everyone was friendly just a pleasant experience all all around .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

David

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Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but Comfortable room! Great location, easy walk to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mackinac Island is beautiful! The property was great and the staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Krishna

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Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JAMES

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The gardens were incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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Beautiful old hotel with wonderful porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

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The hotel was amazing. It was decorated for Halloween.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room. The check in team was super friendly and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a friendly staff. Love having our luggage taken straight to the hotel by the porter
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025