2026 is A Season to Celebrate! Experience this once-in-a-lifetime season as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and Grand Hotel’s140th season with patriotic holiday weekends and thoughtfully curated experiences woven throughout the summer!

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Close the Grand

Available Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026 - Monday, Oct. 26, 2026

Description

Something delightfully different and time-honored, this special experience invites you to join us as Grand Hotel closes its doors for the winter season.

The package includes a casual dinner on Sunday evening and breakfast on Monday morning. Enjoy a relaxed, informal atmosphere with casual attire from Sunday to Monday as we clear our pantries and wine cellar in preparation for the months ahead.

Resident Historian Bob Tagatz will share insights into the hotel’s closing traditions, along with stories and memorable moments from the 2025 season. On Monday morning, guests will take part in cherished traditions, including the ringing of the bell, bringing in the Front Porch rockers, and the Grand Legend Celebration honoring exemplary service. Guests will be invited to take home a piece of Grand Hotel with a geranium from the Front Porch.

Package Includes:

  • Grand Hotel accommodations 
  • Casual dinner on Sunday evening  
  • Breakfast on Monday
  • Final History Lecture of the season with Resident Historian Bob Tagatz 
  • Monday morning Closing Ceremony with ringing of the bell at 9:30 AM
  • Clearing of the Front Porch rocking chairs 
  • Geranium giveaway
  • 10:00 AM check out on Monday morning

The Close the Grand offer is also available by calling Grand Hotel Reservations at 1-800-334-7263.

View Grand Hotel Policies and Information >> to learn more about our evening dress code, luggage process, and more. 

*Subject to 6% Michigan sales tax, 3% Mackinac Island assessment, 19.5% resort fee, and a $16.00 per person, per stay, baggage-handling charge. Regular children’s rates apply. Extra charges apply for additional adults over double occupancy rates. Dates are subject to availability, 30-day cancellation policy applies.

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Prepare the Grand

We invite guests to experience Grand Hotel as it prepares to open for the 2026 season. A Season to Celebrate kicks off at America’s Summer Place as we invite guests to get a first-hand look at just what it takes to open each season.