Murray Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Mackinac Island
About the Hotel
Historic Island Accommodations
The Murray Hotel offers 69 rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and cable TV. Deluxe rooms feature harbor or pool views with full-size bathrooms containing bathtub/showers or spa baths. Historic rooms have two queen beds or one queen bed with standard, front, or patio views, and smaller bathrooms with shower stalls. A $10 per person nightly charge applies for third or fourth guests in two-bed rooms.
Onsite Dining Options
Amigo Burrito Café serves Mexican cuisine for lunch, including made-to-order burritos, tacos, and pozole soup. Amigo Breakfast offers breakfast burritos and build-your-own bowls with eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, and vegetables. Mama LaRosa's provides lunch and dinner options. The Murray Hotel Fudge Company produces fresh fudge daily with flavors like Dark Chocolate with Caramel & Sea Salt and Peanut Butter Explosion, plus homemade donuts.
Recreation and Island Activities
The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, spa tub, and sun deck. Guests can swim at British Landing, explore Arch Rock's natural formations, or visit Fort Holmes. The hotel assists with itinerary planning, discounted ferry tickets, and attraction tickets like the Mackinac Island carriage tour, Butterfly House, and Historic Fort Mackinac. Bike rentals and geocaching are available on the island.
Central Mackinac Island Location
Located on Main Street in downtown Mackinac Island, the hotel is across from the Star Line Mackinac Ferry Dock. It is 0.3 km from The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum, McGulpin House, and Biddle House. The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House and Insect World is 0.5 km away. Pellston Regional Airport is 40 km from the property. The island is accessible only by ferry.
Guest Services and Amenities
Services include complimentary luggage transport to and from ferry docks, meeting facilities, and vending machines. The hotel provides air-conditioned meeting space, workshop areas, and group breakfast options. All rooms have air conditioning and free newspapers. There is elevator access to each floor and an onsite Mackinac Art Gallery. The hotel is family-owned and has operated since 1882.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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