Where is Mackinac Island? How do I get to Mackinac Island?
Answers to these questions can be found on our Mackinac Island Information page.

Once on Mackinac Island, how do we get to The Inn at Stonecliffe?
Once you arrive on Mackinac Island, you will be greeted by a Dock Porter who will be helpful in answering any questions you have. There are horse drawn shuttle services and taxis that are available all throughout the day to take guests to the Inn at Stonecliffe. Also, many of our guests choose to walk or ride bicycles up to the Inn and enjoy the scenic views along the west bluff of the island.

How do I get my luggage to The Inn at Stonecliffe?
When you arrive at the ferry docks in Mackinaw City or St. Ignace, ask the dockhands to tag your luggage for The Inn at Stonecliffe. Your luggage will travel on a cart on the back of the boat to the island. Once on the island, our dock porters will pick up your luggage from the Mackinac Island ferry docks and take it directly to your room at The Inn at Stonecliffe.

How do I make reservations?
For complete rate and availability information, call us at 906-847-3355. For your convenience, we also offer online reservations.

Do you serve breakfast?
Yes. The Inn at Stonecliffe is proud to serve its guests a deluxe hot breakfast including fresh fruits, eggs, potatoes, choice of meat, pastries, cereal, hot coffee and teas, and fresh fruit juices.

What meals do you serve?
The Inn at Stonecliffe serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Lunch is served during prime season (June 1 - August 31) and a delicious dinner buffet is available every night with plenty of tasty options to choose from.

What is there to see and do on Mackinac Island?
A lot! Bike the 8.2 miles around the island and stop along the way to see Arch Rock, British Landing Nature Center, Lover's Leap and Devil's Kitchen. Visit Fort Mackinac, a 219-year old National Historic Site built by the British. Tour the Mackinac Island Butterfly House, a large greenhouse filled with beautiful butterflies. Take a carriage tour of the island, or explore Mackinac's many trails on horseback. Spend the day shopping downtown in Mackinac's unique shops, and of course, don't forget the fudge! For more information, visit www.mackinac.com or contact the Mackinac Island Chamber of Commerce: 1-800-4-LILACS.

Since there are no cars on Mackinac Island, how do you get around?
Most everything on the island is within a ten to fifteen minute walk from the inn, so walking and biking are the most popular transportation choices. When those options simply won't do, horse drawn taxis are available to take you where you need to go.

What is your pet policy?
The Inn at Stonecliffe cannot accommodate pets.

Wedding Questions

What locations are available for a wedding ceremony?
There are four beautiful areas that wedding ceremonies can be held at Stonecliffe. The elegant veranda overlooks Lake Michigan and the Mackinac Bridge and is great for small wedding groups. The front lawn and Stoneclifffe point are two popular sites for wedding ceremonies offering a peaceful outdoor experience for your wedding with views of the Mackinac Bridge all around. Our most popular venue is in the Grotto at the Inn at Stonecliffe. This quiet, scenic area features a beautiful fountain and carefully maintained flower beds offering amazing opportunities for pictures that are sure to make memories of your special day.

What types of receptions can you host?
Plated dinners, buffet dinners or hors d'oeuvres receptions.

How many guests can we host?
The Inn at Stonecliffe can accommodate up to 150 guests for banquets and wedding receptions.

Do you have a private room for the reception?
Yes. For groups of less than 50 people, the parlor area in the Stonecliffe mansion is the perfect spot hold your intimate event. For larger groups, our beautiful outdoor tent facility offers breathtaking views of the water and the Mackinac Bridge and is equipped with outdoor bar areas, and a spacious dance floor.

How long will the room be available to us?
The dining room is available from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. or 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. There is a four-hour maximum. Receptions can not run over the allotted time.

Do you have a dance floor?
Yes, there is a great dance floor located in our outdoor tent area overlooking the Mackinac Bridge and the Straits of Mackinac.

What kind of music to you recommend for the ceremony/reception?
Hiring a pianist, harpist, guitarist or string quartet is the most elegant musical option for your wedding. DJs and amplified music are not permitted inside the inn for consideration of our other guests.

Will other events be occurring at the same time as our reception?
No. Only one event takes place at a time so that you receive our complete and undivided attention.

Will a wedding coordinator be available on our wedding day?
Yes. The Inn at Stonecliffe's wedding specialist will be available all day to attend to every detail and ensure your special day is complete without a snag.

When do you need the final head count?
The Inn at Stonecliffe requires a final head count no later than 30 days prior to a scheduled event at the Inn.