Accommodations
The hotels listed below have reserved a block of rooms for conference registrants. These rooms will only be available for attendees who provide a Mackinac Policy Conference registration confirmation number. Hotel registration will open on February 3, 2010, you will not be able to reserve a hotel room until this time.
Conference Hotel
Grand Hotel
800.334.7263
Availability very limited. Reservations accepted on Feb. 3 at 8:30 a.m. on a first come, first served basis.
$199 - $445
www.grandhotel.com
Grand Hotel offers a variety of rooms ranging in size and amenities, some with interior-views and others providing a splendid view of the lake. Rates are all per person, per day and include breakfast, lunch (Thursday and Friday) and dinner. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Amex accepted. Full payment required as deposit.
Grand Hotel is SOLD OUT and is currently taking registrants on a WAITLIST.
Other ways to get a Grand Hotel room
Look into conference sponsorship opportunities or advertising in the Detroiter magazine. Some placements include access to one reservation for a room at the Grand Hotel - at the expense of the advertiser. Call Jim Connarn at 313.596.0391 or e-mail: jconnarn@detroitchamber.com.
Preferred Island Hotels
Bay View
906.847.3295
$195 - $455
www.mackinacbayview.com
Charming Bed and Breakfast at the water's edge, offers romantic turn-of-the-century traditions complemented by the amenities of today. Guest rooms vary in size and water view and feature private bath, delicious hot breakfast and dessert on the veranda in the evening. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Amex accepted. Three night minimun. Full payment required as deposit.
Chippewa Hotel
800.241.3341
$170 - $410
www.chippewahotel.com
This turn-of-the-century landmark is located on Main Street on the harbor's edge. Newly renovated rooms and suites. Telephone, cable TV in each room. Restaurant and lounge on premises. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Amex accepted. Full payment required as deposit.
Cottage Inn of Mackinac
906.847.4000
Starting at $190
www.cottageinnofmackinac.com
A distinctive Bed & Breakfast located on Market Street. Each of the uniquely-themed rooms with a feeling of another era, offer modern-day amenities including TV, VCR, telephone, AC and private baths. Visa and MasterCard accepted. Full payment required as deposit.
Sunset Condominiums - Mackinac Resort Management
800.473.6960
$155 - $485
www.mackinacislandvacationrentals.com
Sunset Condominiums are located on the west end of Mackinac Island about two
miles from the downtown area. Each unit has a balcony, full kitchen, washer
and dryer, cable television, queen beds, sleeper sofas, and a living room
with a fire place. The condos can accommodate 2 to 12 people depending on
your unit type and range in price from $105 to $485 per night, two night
minimum stay.
Harbour View Inn
906.847.0101
$179-$349
www.harbourviewinn.com
European-influenced inn built from the estate of renowned Midwest fur trader Madame LaFramboise. Elegant garden or harbor-view rooms and suites available. Telephone and TV in all rooms. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Diners Card and Amex accepted. Full payment required as deposit.
Island House
800.626.6304 Starting at $200, including breakfast
www.theislandhouse.com
A charming Victorian hotel built in the mid-1800's. Telephone and TV in each room. Restaurant, lounge and poolside bar and grill, plus an indoor pool, sauna and whirlpool on premises. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Amex accepted. Rate includes a full American breakfast buffet. Full payment required as deposit for three-night stay.
Lake View Hotel
800.207.7075
Starting at $259
www.lakeviewhotel.us
Charming Victorian flair with the ambience and service of a quaint hotel. Suites with jacuzzi, restaurant and lounge on premises, plus a heated indoor pool. Visa, MasterCard and Discover accepted. Three night reservation and full payment required as deposit.
Lilac Tree Hotel
866.847.6575
$260-$360
www.lilactree.com
Luxurious all-suites hotel. Each suite has telephone and cable TV. Restaurant and lounge on premises. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Amex accepted. Full payment required as deposit.
Mission Point Resort
800.833.7711
$215 - $255
www.missionpoint.com
The island's second largest hotel is situated at the end of the island, 3/4 miles from downtown. Four restaurants, heated swimming pool, health club and special children's activities center. Children 18 and under are complimentary in parent's room. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Amex accepted. Full deposit required, two-night minimum stay required.
Murray Hotel
800.462.2546
$169 - $243
www.4mackinac.com
This quaint, family-owned and managed hotel is situated in the heart of downtown. The hotel is fully air conditioned and offers a spacious sun deck and spa pool. A deluxe continental breakfast and home-baked bedtime cookies attest to the fact that although the facilities have been update the old-fashioned atmosphere is intact. Three night minimum. Payment by check or Money Order within 2 weeks of booking your reservation.
The Inn on Mackinac
800.462.2546
$169 - $387
www.4mackinac.com
This historic Victorian Inn has been updated to meet the needs of the modern traveler while preserving its colorful history. The Inn is fully air conditioned and offers a deluxe continental breakfast and home-baked bedtime cookies. Three night minimum. Payment by check or Money Order within two weeks of booking your reservation.
The Inn at Stonecliffe
906.847.3355
$170 - $255
www.theinnatstonecliffe.com
A small resort hotel located on the northwest corner of the island. Guest rooms are located in two buildings, Cudahy Manor, a turn-of-the century Tudor mansion and the new Summer House, adjacent to the outdoor pool, which features richly appointed air-conditioned suites. A deluxe continental breakfast is included. All credit cards and personal checks accepted. Two night minimum. Deposit of first night, plus taxes and $17 reservation fee.
Brigadoon Bed and Breakfast of Mackinaw
231.436.8882
$175 - $295
www.mackinawbrigadoon.com
A distinctive bed and breakfast in Mackinaw City that is only a short ferry trip to Mackinac Island. Each of the guest rooms feature lovely private bath with heated marble floors, large whirlpool bathtub, free wireless internet, private balcony, fireplace, wet bar, king-size canopy bed, early bird coffee and muffins, a delicious seated breakfast each morning, homemade cookies every afternoon, and much more.
Other Accommodations
To see all of the island accommodations, visit the official Mackinac Island website which will provide you with pictures and details about the individual properties. You can sign up to have a free copy of the Mackinac Island Visitors Bureau Guide mailed to you , or you can download a pdf copy of the guide and island map.
For questions concerning accommodations contact Rebecca Gade.