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Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with indoor pool, near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Lake view
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Children's area
2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Overlooking the shores of Lake Michigan, Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City offers a cozy retreat. Gather around the firepit, take a dip in the indoor pool or try your hand at games in the arcade. With helpful staff and express check-in and out options available, this hotel is perfect for families.

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On the beach
  • Indoor pool
  • Meeting rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/game room
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free self parking
  • Indoor swimming pools
$61 nightly
The total price is $66
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total includes taxes and fees

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 300 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 300 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 3 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Sofa bed
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 King Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lakeside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 300 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Royal Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

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About the neighborhood

Map
1009 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive
  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

When you stay at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool or take advantage of nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Lake Michigan and Headlands International Dark Sky Park are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 90 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Picnic area
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include an arcade and a picnic area.

What's the area around Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City like?

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City is in the heart of Mackinaw City, a short 4-minute walk from Lake Huron and 8 minutes' walk from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal.

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Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City Reviews

Reviews

5.4

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Bed
Beach
Bathroom
Service staff
Lake
Hot Tub
View
Water
Toilet

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Would stay again.
Cindy, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice place to stay in Mackinaw city
Lance, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good, inexpensive, all I needed for an overnight stay in transit.
Joseph, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Beautiful sandy beach, fireworks at night, nice view and nice people, clean room on beach (deluxe)
Kristie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

If you are there for the beach, its perfect
Susan, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Staff is amazing.
Katherine, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I liked the view
Jenna, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff, easy walk to ferry
tammy, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

The motel is old, but the room was very clean. Towels were very clean.
Susan, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

This place was great for what it was. The only thing was there were little ants kind of by the shower, but otherwise everything was clean, staff was easy, and the location is amazing.
Mia, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

The room was clean and adequate but the bed was very uncomfortable. Would have been nice to have a small coffee maker available. For the cost I didn't expect much more.
Ron, 3-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Online shown as a beach side nice newer looking hotel. When arrived it looked to be a rundown motel 6. Called to hope for a possible refund and did not even check in and they refused and kept the full price of the room.
Thomas, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

Bed was extra firm, cable did not work properly and the air conditioning unit was extremely loud and not that cold. It was an okay hotel, but not worth the price.
Rebecca, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

No help no breakfast by the water dirty
Juanita, 2-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Pay a little more and sleep in a bed without bugs.
Trevor, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Truly the only issue I had with this place, considering it’s a pit stop, was the bed. Hard as a darn rock. Come on guys. It’s 2025 lol otherwise it was perfect for what we needed it for!
Shelby, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Our room was clean, but the decor was dated. There was too much in the room which made it feel very crowded. My kids used the pool. They didn't stay long stating it did not seem very clean (older kids, I didn't see it). It served our needs of a place to stay for one night, but it would not be my choice for a extended stay.
Stephanie, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Very duty dusty bugs I will never stay there again. Don’t stay there.
Milagros, 2-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Paid $250 for a room that has not been updated since it was built. Owners have not reinvested a dime. Beach area is weed area. No perks here at all, I would not recommend this place.
Nick, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Room smells odd
Ashok kumar, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Property is run down, but price reflected it. Some of the outlets in our room didn’t work, has to call staff to get our fridge working. But the views and lake access were great. Also enjoyed my little porch on my room.
Joshua, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

We didn’t even stay - it felt unsafe. No outside lighting, lights inside didn’t all work, smelled bad, dumpster was overflowing in the parking lot. Awful place!
Annette, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

I booked a deluxe king bedroom but was given a room with 2 queen beds. The towel had a big show mark on it. Someone stepped on it and it wasn't washed. There were many bugs in the room and the comforters had a stinking smell.
Moizuddin, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

The furniture wasn’t in very good shape and the price was too high
Maria, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

It was OK. Nothing fancy - straight out of the 60’s?? Room was ‘clean’ but felt damp due to humidity. They think a full size bed is the same as a queen sized bed. Mattress leaves much to be desired!! Bathroom fan/vent so clogged that it sounded like a whining dog! It’s a tourist attraction town so rooms are overpriced to begin with- but definitely not worth $180 a night. Would I stay there again-No.
Sue, 2-night trip