HARBOUR VIEW INN, Mackinac Island – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Accommodation Options
Harbour View Inn offers seven room categories across four buildings. Choose from Harbour View Rooms with water vistas, Whirlpool Rooms with two-person tubs, Deluxe Suites with separate sitting areas, or Cottage Balcony Rooms with private balconies. The Three Queen-Bedded Room accommodates groups with three queen beds and two bathrooms. All rooms include free WiFi, cable TV, and private bathrooms. Some buildings lack elevators and air conditioning.
Dining at Harbour View
Bill's Grill serves burgers, hot dogs, wraps, chips, and soft drinks from Memorial Day through Labor Day. A complimentary continental breakfast includes oatmeal, cereal, hard-boiled eggs, fruit, yogurt, pastries, toast, juice, milk, coffee, and tea. Breakfast operates from 7:30-9:30 AM in the Main House and Cottage House, with grab-and-go options available.
Island Exploration Access
The property provides bike parking racks and rents single-speed cruisers and tandem bikes on-site. Located 10 minutes from ferry docks, the hotel arranges luggage transport from the dock. Mackinac Island prohibits cars; transportation occurs via walking, biking, or carriage taxis available at 906-847-3323.
Historic Waterfront Location
Harbour View Inn sits on landscaped grounds overlooking Mackinac Island State Harbor, with views of Round Island Lighthouse. The property comprises four buildings: historic Chateau LaFramboise (French/Victorian style), The Cottage, Guest House, and Carriage House. It's 0.3 km from Mission Church and The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House, and 0.5 km from Biddle House and Marquette Park.
Guest Services Overview
Services include luggage handling from ferry docks (gratuity-based porters), mini-fridges upon request, and package deals with ferry tickets. The front desk assists at 906-847-0101. The hotel accepts American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa. Additional guests cost $20 daily; minimum stays apply during peak periods. No pets allowed except service animals.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning in public areas
- Luggage storage
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
Services
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Wedding services
- Bell staff/Porter
Dining
- Breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Free breakfast
Business
- Conference room
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bath/ Shower
- Hair dryer
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable/ Satellite television
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor