There are two ferry lines that can get you to Mackinac Island. We recommend Shepler’s Ferry and they are located across the street from our main Bicycle Street Inn building and next to our Waterfront Collections. You can also fly to Mackinac Island on either Great Lakes Air or Fresh Air Aviation.
The location of your check-in at Bicycle Street Inn will depend on your where your room is located. If you have reserved a room in our main Bicycle Street Inn building (your room type will start with a B) you will check in at our front desk in our main building across the street from Shepler’s Ferry dock. If you are in one of our Waterfront Collections (your room type will start with a W) you will check in at our Waterfront Collection South front desk located just 10 steps to the left of Shepler’s Ferry dock.
Our Bicycle Street Inn porters will bring your luggage to the hotel when you arrive on Mackinac Island. When you depart the island, our porters will take your belongings to the ferry dock and they will be shipped over to the mainland to await pickup. Leave the heavy lifting to us!
The typical cancellation policy for a reservation at Bicycle Street Inn & Suites and Waterfront Collection is by 3:00 pm, 14 days prior to arrival. If you cancel prior to that time, you will receive a full refund of your deposit, minus a $50.00 transaction fee. Cancellations within 14 days will require full payment for entire stay. There are exceptions to this policy if you are coming for a special event or holiday. Please check your confirmation for the exact policy for your stay or give us a call at the hotel to clarify.
Due to the location of Bicycle Street Inn, there is no convenient area for your pet to relieve themselves. For this reason, we do not allow pets in any of our buildings. We do allow service animals in accordance with ADA requirements. (Emotional Support animals are not permitted.)
Bicycle Street Inn has indoor parking for your bikes! There are two parking garages that you can use during your stay. One is located in the Lower Level of our main building and is accessed through our elevator. Just hop in and press the B button. Parking is located just across from the elevator and is accessed with your room key. In our Waterfront Collection South, our bike parking is located just off of Hoban Alley. Check with the front desk for the location. It is also a locked storage area that you can access with your room key.
Bicycle Street Inn has several accessible rooms to choose from. Elevators are available to all of these rooms and some have roll-in showers. Call to make your reservation so our helpful reservationists can help you decide which room type will work best for you.
Pack ‘n’ plays are available at Bicycle Street Inn for no charge. Just let us know prior to your arrival that you will need one and we will have it in your room when you check in. We have several, so don’t worry about us running out. And if you have twins – you can have two!
At Bicycle Street Inn, check-in time is 3:00 pm and check-out time is 11:00 am.
Guests must be 21 years of age to check into a room at Bicycle Street Inn. Photo IDs with date of birth are required at check-in.
We are excited to welcome guests throughout the winter for the first time!
Winchester’s is open the first week of May and closes October 23.
Please refer to Mackinac Island e-bike regulations for bringing e-bikes. Guests may not park an e-bike in the indoor parking facility at the hotel, or park within 25 feet of the hotel. This includes disconnected bike batteries. Disconnected batteries cannot be brought into the hotel.
A. For the 2020 season, we open on Friday, May 1 and close on Sunday, October 25.
A. Our three properties are superbly located on Main Street in downtown Mackinac Island, across the street from each other.
A. We have 84 guest rooms and suites in all. At the 43 room Bicycle Street Inn & Suites, our two room suites have walk-out balconies with views of the Straits of Mackinac and downtown, or walk-out balcony suites with limited island views. Several other room types are available, including Interior Balcony Guest Rooms, and Atrium Rooms and Suites, and our Mezzanine Rooms (accessible via 5 stair walk-up). Waterfront Collection includes two buildings with a 13 room and 28 room hotel. These properties are next door to each other, separated by Mackinac Island Bike Shop and have Main Street and direct Waterfront Rooms, with walk-out balconies and adjoining rooms available.
A. Bicycle Street Inn & Suites will sleep 4 to 6 persons comfortably in King and Queen accommodations and sofa/sleepers. Waterfront Collection sleeps 2 to 4 persons in King and Queen accommodations, and up to 8 persons if adjoining rooms.
A. All suites offer bedrooms with separate living rooms, two flat panel TVs, mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Depending on accommodation style, suites are furnished with either a single or double sleeper/sofa. Our premium suites include a large dining table with four chairs. All bathrooms are tiled with either walk-in showers or bathtubs.
Our rooms sleep up to four persons and feature either a single King or two Queen beds, flat panel TVs, mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Bathrooms are tiled with either walk-in showers or bathtubs.
Bicycle Street Inn & Suites and Waterfront Collection includes armoires, luggage racks, satellite TV programming, complimentary WiFi, philosophy brand hair and body products, hair dryer, and Wolfgang Puck brand coffee.
A. All accommodations have digitally controlled thermostats with whisper quiet heating and air conditioning.
Our rooms sleep up to four persons and feature either a single King or two Queen beds, flat panel TVs, mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Bathrooms are tiled with either walk-in showers or bathtubs.
Bicycle Street Inn & Suites and Waterfront Collection includes armoires, luggage racks, satellite TV programming, complimentary WiFi, philosophy brand hair and body products, hair dryer, and Wolfgang Puck brand coffee.
Visit our Gallery section for room photos and floor plans.
Yes, all three properties have elevators. We also have a mezzanine level with seven rooms that requires climbing up a small run of 5 stairs.
A. Yes. See our section on 2020 Special Packages.
We can take reservations year round. Call toll free (855) 560-8005 for reservations.
A. Yes. Click here or on the “Reservation” button at the top of each page on our website.
A. Please see our Reservation Policy.
A. We are open from early May to late-October, though our reservations office remains open all year.
A. We have easily accessible inside storage for bicycles, strollers, luggage, etc.
A. Mackinac Island Bike Shop and Mackinac Cycle will service all of your bike rental, equipment and repair needs. Mackinac Island Bike Shop is located at our Waterfront Collection. Mackinac Cycle is located at the head of Arnold Dock on Main Street. You may make advance reservations with your room booking to ensure availability by calling (906) 847-6337 anytime.
A. Shepler’s Ferry is our preferred provider and located next door to our Waterfront Collection, and across the street from Bicycle Street Inn & Suites.
A. Rest assured, getting your belongings to and from the ferry docks and hotel is a very easy process. Our dockporter will greet you at the ferry dock upon your arrival and take your belongings to the hotel and deliver them to your room. A dedicated storage area is provided for all guests inside our property for bikes and other large items. Upon check out and departing the island, your tagged belongings will be delivered to a ferry boat porter who will put them on your boat.
A. We’ll be happy to store your belongings until you depart. Please allow 30 minutes prior to your departure from the island to gather your items for delivery to the boat dock.
A. It depends on the time of season. In the off-season, the last boat leaves the island at 4:30 PM. In-season, the last boat leaves for Mackinaw City and St. Ignace generally by 8:30 PM. Check with the Ferry Boat Services for more information.
A. For the 2020 season, tickets are $27.00 per adult and $15.00 per child. Online prices are $25.00 per adult and $14.00 per child. Prices are subject to change.
A. Each of the ferry line docks located in St. Ignace or Mackinaw City offer several day trip or overnight parking options on their property including ample free parking, secured or covered parking — even Valet Service.
A. Service animals are welcome, though pets are not allowed. Sunrise Kennels in St. Ignace offers boarding. Contact them at (906) 643-7726.
A. Riding stables are located directly behind the hotel on Market Street.
A. About 8 miles around. It takes a good hour to hour-and-a-half to navigate by bicycle.
A. Saint Anne’s: 5:30 PM Saturday in season, 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM Sunday; Trinity Church (Episcopal): 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM Sunday.
A. The 72nd annual is June 5-14, 2020. Call 1 800 4 LILACS for more information regarding this fun-filled annual 10 day event.
A. 10:00 PM
A. Mid to late September.
A. Sunset bike rides are available with rentals from Mackinac Island Bike Shop. Sunset cruises are offered by the ferry boat operators. Goodfellow’s Grill, located on our Main Floor offers full bar service and lighter fare after hours, and may stay open as late as 2:00 AM on busy nights. Mackinac Island has many entertainment establishments offering live music, comedians, and other performance artists throughout the season. No matter what activity you prefer, it’s always best to enjoy Mackinac’s night life with friends and family.
A. Mackinac Island has 492 year round residents (as of 2010).