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Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

2.0 star property
On beach with indoor pool for sandy fun near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Lake view
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
On the beach

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Cabin

Highlights

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

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Lake View

Highlights

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

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Family Room, 3 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin

Highlights

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

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 King Beds, Lake View

Highlights

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

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Cabin

Highlights

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

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lakeside

Highlights

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

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Royal Cabin

Highlights

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

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 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
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 18 min walk
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 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

Hotel near Lake Huron
Close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City provides amenities like a firepit and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A vending machine, smoke-free premises, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 90 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, heating, and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beachfront location
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV
  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City located?

Located in Mackinaw City, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Mackinaw City Dock and Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 201 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 243 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 260 out of 1001 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is good, on a beach and away from midtown bustle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not a bad place . Close to town and the lake .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

ron

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice room on the water
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room with the deck facing the beach ! Loved the many chairs on the beach and the fire pits !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
cheapest hotel in mackinaw and very clean as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saki

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was super nice to see the lake view from our room! Sunrise was awesome!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach felt like heaven
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice. Beachfront
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hot tub and night view worth it all
We had a balcony room and it was clean. The view was amazing of the island and bridge at night. The pool was nice, the hot tub was fantastic! Park lot when busy is kinda hectic but overall was good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waterfront. Beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right close to the beach that was nice. Quiet in the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Disliked: Staff & service
Right on beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet. Close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very nice room for the price. Check in was by a very pleasant lady. The beds were comfortable and the room and especially the bathroom was very clean. It was a quiet room with no traffic noise in the night. Overall, I would stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Looks good!
The room is clean and the place is amazing the furniture is old but everything is good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Staff were very friendly and professional I asked for Xtra towels within minutes I received them
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ann

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful. The room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Mackinaw
Water front view was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good in a pinch
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
Right on the water
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paula

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, old
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only problem was upstairs neighbor was loud stomping and the neighbor down the hall was up till 3am being loud and having a fire other than that everything was amazing!!!! Can’t wait till next time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the property was clean and the staff at the front office are very friendly and helpful. only dislike was that there was not a coffee maker in the room, otherwise was comfortable and relaxing. I would go there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Steve

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room was a semi-trailer with a wheel removed (10' from the window) and a rusted-out, tipped over gas grille.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024