The Grand Experience on Mackinac Island

A Grand Experience

The Mackinac Island “Grand Experience” is a unique opportunity to stay at one of the finest and most historic hotel properties in America. Step back in time and experience a way of life that has all but disappeared. The Midland Parks and Recreation Department is able to offer you this wonderful opportunity through their affiliation with the Michigan Recreation and Park Association (mParks). The Mackinac Island “Grand Experience” is for individuals 50 years or older; spouses, sons, daughters and caregivers under 50 are also welcome.

2022 Grand Experience Fees

Room Type	Cost
Single Room	$1240
Double Room	$960/person
Triple Room	$960/person

While at the Hotel, enjoy the following activities:

Evening entertainment and movies
Fudge bingo
Grand Hotel kitchen tour (extra fee required)
History lecture with Grand Hotel Historian
Night dancing with the Grand Hotel Orchestra
Nightly demitasse
Planned tournaments; bocce and golf putting and chipping
Self-guided walks
Special prices on golf, bicycle rental, fudge and more!
Tea and cookies each afternoon
Writing and photography contests
Special lunch prices at Grand Hotel properties
Champagne reception
Grand Hotel will offer reduced golf for $30.00 per person per 9 holes of golf including cart)
Additional program fees will be charged for wine tasting, beading workshop and ballroom dancing classes.

Estimated Cost Comparison

Based on Double Occupancy	Cost of Trip Priced on Your Own	Cost of Grand Experience
Hotel Room for 2, (Category 2-mid-tier), Meals, Resort Fees, Taxes and Baggage Fees (3-nights)	$5,587	Included
Gas Costs (.56/mi) x 400 mi. round trip to Mackinac City (plus vehicle wear and tear)	$224	Included
Ferry Ride (2 ppl)	$58	Included
Carriage Ride for 2	$68	Included
Tips and Gratuities	$40	Included
Activities throughout the hotel	Not Available	Included
	$5,977	$1,920