We recommend passage to Mackinac Island by ferry provided by either Arnold Transit Company or Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry with service from Mackinaw City and St. Ignace. Harbour View Inn dock porters will be waiting for you at the head of the dock. Please identify your luggage for them before coming to the hotel to check in. Baggage storage is available for early arrivals and late departures.
No. Mackinac Island has banned motor vehicles for over 100 years. Guests explore the island by bike, horse carriage, or on foot.
Yes. Bicycles are welcome on the ferry and throughout the island. Many guests bring bikes to ride the 8-mile shoreline route around Mackinac Island.
Harbour View Inn offers convenient bike rentals.
Mid-May through early October is the main visitor season on Mackinac Island. Summer offers the most activities, dining, and events. Spring and early fall are quieter and ideal for couples, weddings, and relaxed island stays.
Most visitors stay 2–3 days to experience the island fully. This allows time to bike the 8-mile shoreline road, visit Fort Mackinac, explore Arch Rock, enjoy downtown shopping, and relax at the hotel.
Harbour View Inn Location
Harbour View Inn is located just a short walk from downtown Mackinac Island near the ferry docks, shops, restaurants, and bike paths.
Harbour View Inn offers porters to transport your luggage to and from the hotel. Simply notify the boat crew which hotel you are staying at and we will take care of the rest!
The hotel is about a 10-minute walk or short carriage ride from the Mackinac Island ferry docks.
Staying at Harbour View Inn
Check-in begins at 3pm and check-out is at 11am. Guests may store luggage with the front desk if arriving early or departing later in the day.
Yes. A delicious complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning for hotel guests.
Yes. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning for comfort during the Mackinac Island summer season.
Yes, all rooms include mini refrigerators.
Dining at Harbour View Inn
Pedals Harbour Grill is the hotel’s casual streetside grill serving burgers, sandwiches, fresh-squeezed lemonade and quick meals during the season.
Yes. Both Mackinac Island visitors and Harbour View Inn guests are welcome.
No. Pedals Harbour Grill is a family-friendly grill and does not serve alcohol.
Weddings at Harbour View Inn
Yes. Harbour View Inn is a popular Mackinac Island location for intimate weddings, ceremonies and small gatherings.
Mackinac Island offers waterfront views, historic charm, beautiful gardens and a car-free setting that creates a unique wedding experience.
The property is ideal for intimate ceremonies, small receptions (40 people or less), and wedding groups staying together on Mackinac Island.
Mackinac Island Vacations
Yes. Families enjoy the hotel’s downtown location, variety of room configurations, convenient on-site bike rentals, short distance to Fort Mackinac, shops, and island attractions.
Guests often bike around Mackinac Island, visit Fort Mackinac, explore Arch Rock, shop and dine downtown, and take carriage tours.
Yes. The historic setting, walkable downtown location, and peaceful island atmosphere make Harbour View Inn a popular choice for couples.
Group Travel
Yes. The hotel regularly hosts motorcoach groups visiting Mackinac Island.
Yes. Harbour View Inn is located within walking distance of ferry docks, shops, restaurants, and island landmarks.
