The Inn at Stonecliffe

My wife and I just returned from a magical three-night stay at the Inn at Stonecliffe—a truly beautiful spot on Mackinac Island. Rather than repeat the many well-deserved compliments from other guests, I’ll focus on a few things future travelers may want to know. 1. Resort Fee: Be aware of the 20% resort fee, which wasn’t clearly detailed at booking. For us, that meant $160–$180 extra per night, which felt steep compared to other luxury resorts we’ve stayed at worldwide. 2. Room Experience: We stayed in a Summer Waterview King Room, which was stylish and clean. However, the walls are paper-thin—we could clearly hear neighbors talking and showers running in nearby rooms, which disrupted the otherwise relaxing atmosphere. 3. Family-Friendly Vibe: We chose Stonecliffe for its location away from the touristy downtown, expecting a quiet, romantic getaway. While the setting is beautiful, the resort caters to families with children. If you're expecting an adult-focused experience, this might not be the best fit. Overall, a beautiful property with exceptional service and attention to detail—just be sure to arrive with clear expectations.

Beautiful property, super clean and well maintained. We had a balcony that faced the water, which had the most amazing view. This hotel is far from all the noise of downtown area, it is very peaceful. Great food options both for lunch and dinner. The staff are wonderful, we had the privilege of meeting a young girl and her brother that were from Turkey and they were our servers, we had great conversations with them. I can’t wait to book this hotel again.

This property will exceed expectations. It was an incredible property that was top-notch, gorgeous and like stepping back in time. If you are looking for rest and relaxation with what feels like a very exclusive experience, look no further. I'd pick this over the Grand Hotel any day.

I went with my partner here and had a beautiful time. The grounds are exquisite. The sunsets are amazing. The island is so much fun. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. William was so welcoming to us and we are so thankful to him for making our stay so wonderful. We can't wait to go back!

We had a wonderful stay at the Inn at Stonecliffe. The resort is beautiful and the staff very friendly and helpful. We found it easy to walk and bike into town and then come back and relax at the resort in the evening. There were plenty of food and activity options on grounds. We stayed in the Summer house and the room was a good size and sheets and towels were excellent. Housekeeping did a great job too.

Loved it so much last summer, we had to come back again...and brought friends! Staff is so welcoming and friendly! Met William Gotterer, who's housekeeping staff made sure our accommodations were just perfect, and Adam and bar staff also!