Pre-Arrival Tips

Traveling to the island is a different experience. Whether you choose to bike or take a horse-drawn carriage, we hope you will enjoy slowing down to take in the beautiful landscape throughout your time on the island. Visit our How to Get Here page for more details. If you have specific questions please reach out directly to info@theinnatstonecliffe.com.   

How do I get ferry tickets?
Your chariot awaits at Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry. Click here to purchase tickets. Please arrive to the Shepler's dock 1 hour ahead of your planned departure time in order to get your luggage tagged with our Inn at Stonecliffe luggage tags. When the ferry arrives to Mackinac Island, our Inn at Stonecliffe Dock Porter will be there to assist you with your luggage and assist you with your transport if needed.

How do I get from the airport to the ferry?
Shuttles from Pellston Airport to the Shepler's Ferry Dock can be arranged through www.mackinawshuttle.com

How do I get to The Inn at Stonecliffe from Downtown?
Our designated Stonecliffe shuttle is a service offered by Mackinac Island Carriage tours and is a 45-minute fixed route from Stonecliffe to Shepler's Ferry Dock downtown. For guests staying with us, carriage rides are complimentary upon arrival and departure. If you choose to bring your own personal pedal bike to the island, please note that it must be rode up at your leisure. Additionally, horse-drawn taxi service is available 24 hours a day during the peak summer season, also provided by Mackinac Island Carriage Tours. Please note that taxis cannot be hailed on Mackinac Island; you must call the taxi dispatch office at (906) 847-3323 or have our concierge call to schedule your pickup. For additional taxi service, plan in advance at least a day ahead of time. For any questions, please contact our concierge for assistance. 

Head to our General Store to rent a bicycle at our onsite Bike Pavilion. Adult, youth kid bikes, and burleys are available at a first come first serve basis. Adult bike rentals are $60 for half day and $90 for full day. Enjoy exploring the island and know that all bikes must be returned back to our Bike Pavilion at the end of the day. 

Horse-drawn taxi service is provided by Mackinac Island Carriage tours 24 hours a day during the peak summer season. Something unique about Mackinac Island is that taxis cannot be “hailed” and you must call the taxi dispatch office or our concierge to schedule your pickup. For any questions about taxis please contact our concierge at info@theinnatstonecliffe.com for assistance.

Experience a variety of dining outlets located right on our property. View all of our dining options here.

The Straits
Offering breakfast and dinner service located inside our historic Mansion next to our lobby entrance. Enjoy an elevated dining experience centered around refined dishes made with regionally sourced ingredients. Be sure to make a reservation for dinner.

The Backyard
Experience outdoor casual dining with simplicity in mind. Located next to our General Store and Mansion, enjoy watching your pizzas be made in our Backyard Pavilion or take in the view of the Mackinac Bridge on our outdoor patio (weather dependent). Seating is available on a first come first serve basis.  

Horsey’s Pub
Head to our cozy pub for an inviting ambiance and deliciously blended craft cocktails and beverages.

Maybe you got here and realized you forgot to pack some essentials or you want to pick up an Inn at Stonecliffe souvenir to remember your stay. No matter what you need, The General Store carries exclusive branded resort wear with designer appeal, as well as toiletries, and other sundries.

Choose from two separate pool experiences during the warm months. The family pool is open to all ages and is open from 9am-9pm. Our adults–only pool is adjacent to the Wellness Center, making it the ideal spot to cool off after a workout in an oasis-like setting. Adult pool hours are from 9am-9pm.

From the moment you arrive, the grounds of Stonecliffe set the tone for an unforgettable escape. Our North Lawn, framed by the historic Mansion, is the first to welcome you, featuring hammocks, Adirondack chairs, and our signature fire pits for laid-back lounging. To the back of the estate, the Straits Lawn opens up to sweeping views of the Straits of Mackinac. This spacious green expanse is perfect for lawn games, catching the breeze in an Adirondack chair, or soaking up the summer sun. As the sun sets, gather around our fire-pits for nightly s’mores (weather permitting). Kits and roasting sticks are available in our General Store and are complimentary for The Inn at Stonecliffe guests staying with us and available for purchase for non-guests. Please note: Our property is not pet-friendly.

Our 24/7 Wellness Center features state-of-the-art fitness equipment, a sauna, and steam showers, all located on the first floor. Guests can also book esthetician services with Prim Aesthetics on Tuesdays and Thursdays upstairs. [View services here.] An access code to the Wellness Center will be provided to guests at check-in. [View scheduled wellness activities here.]

From the moment you step off the ferry, connect with our Dock Porter who will take care of your baggage transportation to Stonecliffe. Each guest will receive complimentary carriage rides upon arrival and departure during your stay. Once here, you will have access to property-wide Wi-Fi, concierge services, complimentary coffee and water in your room. You will also have access to all our exciting resort activities, including nightly s'mores around the fire pits on the lawn, scheduled fitness classes, lawn games, an adults-only pool, a family pool, and a 24-hour wellness center.