On the shores of Lake Huron, this relaxed hotel set along I 75 is 1 mile from the Star Line Mackinac Island ferry terminal and 3 miles from Straits State Park. Kids age 18 and under stay with a parent at no charge. There are also picnic and BBQ areas. Other amenities include an indoor pool and a hot tub, along with a beachfront playground, a sundeck, a game room and a boat launch. Down to earth rooms feature free Wi Fi, TVs, minifridges and microwaves. Upgraded rooms add balconies or patios with water views. Check in time: 2:00 PMCheck out time: 10:00 AM. Continental breakfast and parking are complimentary. Pellston Regional Airport 35 min
Castle Rock (4 min) Kitschy spot with a Paul Bunyan statue & stairs to the top of a limestone rock with lake views. Mackinac Bridge (10 min) Completed in 1957 this suspension bridge for vehicles measures over 26 000 feet in length. Straits State Park (5 min) Waterfront beach park with many campsites scenic bridge views a picnic area & a playground. The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House And Insect World (1 hr 8.) A vibrant array of exotic butterflies & other insects are on display at this indoor nature center. Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park (20 min) Seasonal history & adventure park offering sawmill demonstrations a zip line & a climbing wall. Bridge View Park (9 min) Peaceful lakeside park offering scenic bridge views benches walking paths & restroom facilities. Arch Rock (1 hr 20.) Limestone arch overlooking the lake & accessed by trails in an island state park. Round Island Light (1 hr 2.) Built in 1895 this red & white brick lighthouse was restored in 1974 & is accessible by boat. Headlands International Dark Sky Park (21 min) Bear deer & eagles roam this 550-acre woodland with 2 miles of undeveloped Lake Michigan beach. Mystery Spot (10 min) Famed gravity-defying area features interactive tours a maze mini golf zip lines & a gift shop. The Richard U0026 Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum (1 hr 3.) Collection of fine & decorative arts exploring the regional life & culture of the famous island. Colonial Michilimackinac (13 min) Landmark fort/fur trading village offers daily reenactments history exhibits & tours spring-fall. Mackinac Island (1 hr 28) Car-free isle known for its old-timey vibe classic hotels 1700s fort & state park with Arch Rock. Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse (16 min) Historic 1889 lighthouse offers restored quarters & educational exhibits plus panoramic lake views. |