Grand Hotel Mackinac Island
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Originally built in 1887, the hotel has 385 individually decorated guest rooms. Some of the rooms and suites are named after famous people. Six suites were designed in consultation with former first ladies. The Jacqueline Kennedy suite, for example, has gold-painted walls and features the gold presidential eagle.
The Esther Williams Swimming Pool is named for actress Esther Williams who starred in the 1949 movie This Time for Keeps, filmed at Grand Hotel Mackinac Island. The heated pool is 220 feet long and features a sauna, two whirlpools and poolside food service.
Vacation activities the whole family can enjoy on Mackinac Island include tennis, horseback riding, carriage tours and children's programs from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Getting to the Mackinac Island
Mackinac Island is accessible only by boat or plane. Ferries depart from Mackinaw City and St. Ignace, Michigan. Assistance is provided for transferring luggage on and off the ferry. The Mackinac Island Airport has a 3,500-foot runway that accommodates private and charter aircraft. For more information about flying to the island, contact Grand Hotel Mackinac Island. Once on the island, you can get around on foot, by bike or a horse-drawn carriage.
Plan this Vacation
Grand Hotel Mackinac Island is a popular summer weekend getaway from Buffalo, Cleveland, Chicago and Detroit.
Rates start at $185 per person, per night, based on double occupancy. The rate includes a full breakfast and five-course dinner daily. Kids under aa stay and eat free. Discounts are offered for kids under 17. The hotel is open open from May through October. For reservations, call 800-33-GRAND, or book online.
Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States, 800-33-GRAND, 906-847-3331, www.grandhotel.com
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Written By the Travel Editors at VacationIdea.com, Last Update: Sep 09, 2004