Chippewa Hotel Waterfront

Chippewa Hotel Waterfront has welcomed guests to Mackinac Island since 1902, when it was built to serve the island's growing number of visitors. Located along Main Street on the downtown waterfront, the hotel overlooks the Straits of Mackinac and brings more than 120 years of hospitality to the island. A major renovation in 1995 preserved the Victorian character unique to Mackinac Island while adding modern amenities throughout. The hotel is home to the Pink Pony, a bar and restaurant with a Main Bar, Patio Bar, and Lobby Bar offering food, handcrafted cocktails, and harbor views. A 25-person jetted hot tub anchors the waterfront sun deck. For private gatherings, a professional Group Services Staff supports event planning across the hotel's dedicated spaces — including the Mackinac Room, which features a dance floor, and the Pink Pony's Patio, Upper Deck, and Dining Room, each offering views of the Straits of Mackinac.