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American Boutique Inn - Lakeview

2.5 star property
Beach motel in Mackinaw City with free parking

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American Boutique Inn - Lakeview is minutes from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Guests enjoy the tranquil garden, seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. Amenities include express check-out and free WiFi in public areas. Knowledgeable staff earns praise.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Double Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View, Mezzanine

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View, Mezzanine | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Lake View, Mezzanine

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View, Mezzanine

Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View, Mezzanine | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View, Mezzanine

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Economy Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Corner

Economy Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Corner | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Economy Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Corner

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor

Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View, Ground Floor

Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View, Ground Floor | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
517 N Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk

About this property

American Boutique Inn - Lakeview

Motel near Lake Michigan
American Boutique Inn - Lakeview provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A nature reserve and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as private pools and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Private yards, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Private pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1973
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels
  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 27 to May 1:
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The seasonal pool will be open from May 26 to October 01
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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American Boutique Inn
American Boutique Inn Lakeview
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American Boutique Inn Lakeview Mackinaw City
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Frequently asked questions

Is American Boutique Inn - Lakeview pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at American Boutique Inn - Lakeview?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at American Boutique Inn - Lakeview?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is American Boutique Inn - Lakeview located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this beach motel is steps from Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lake Michigan. Lake Huron and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

American Boutique Inn - Lakeview Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 456 out of 825 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 825 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 825 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 825 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 825 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bette

Clean rooms, quiet location, walkable to ferry and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place! I come every year and haven’t been disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Amenities
Really great stay. Room very clean. Staff super friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

luz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and staff was very friendly wayside. and reconvene
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing place to stay. Very clean rooms. Beautiful views. Right across the street from the bridge. Two blocks from downtown. We will most definitely be back. Thank you again for an amazing visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Would like to see comfort height toilet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were very clean and the staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cozy place, great customer service!! Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great flowery Motel.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location for walking around downtown and along the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little place to stay near the water. Easy walk to the Island Ferry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rocky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Is the great value for the area. It was a little smaller room, but very nice and comfortable king bed made for a very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the view and proximity of Lake Michagin. Beautiful views of the bridge and the grounds around the Inn were so nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with transportation to Sheplers
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Juli

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was not as expected or what I chose on line. Very small with no table. Thin walls - But a beautiful setting and you don't go there to sit in your room!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable, very homey feeling! Really enjoyed our stay will return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute little hotel, very easy for our one night stay. Check in/out was fast and the room was nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice and clean. I will stay there again when I go to Mackinaw City.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Older property but exceptionally clean and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Extremely clean and well cared for.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet little place on the outskirts of town that takes you back to the places your family stayed when traveling in the 70s. Would go back next time we are in Mackinaw area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We love it!

10/10 this motel was amazing. It was so clean and so cute, with an amazing view. Would absolutely stay here again! The gentleman at the front desk was so helpful and polite. We had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the lake. Easy to get around by walking or car
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was renovated and very nice. Great park and place to walk across the street. Excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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