Beachcomber of Mackinaw

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A covered balcony with a white chair, a swing set, and a view of the beach and ocean. - Beachcomber of Mackinaw (Mackinaw City)
A beach with a swing set, a sandy shore, and a view of a bridge and a ship in the distance. - Beachcomber of Mackinaw (Mackinaw City)
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a desk with a chair, a small round table, a mirror, and a television on the wall. - Beachcomber of Mackinaw (Mackinaw City)
A motel with a covered entrance, a gravel driveway, and flower planters. - Beachcomber of Mackinaw (Mackinaw City)
A room with a wooden floor, two blue upholstered chairs, a small wooden table with a vase of flowers, a yellow wall lamp, and a telephone on a wooden side table. - Beachcomber of Mackinaw (Mackinaw City)
Close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Beachcomber of Mackinaw provides amenities like a firepit. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Connecting Rooms, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Ground Floor

  • Lake view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Mackinaw City, Beachcomber of Mackinaw is near the airport and on a private beach. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and The Jewel at the Grand Hotel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Mackinaw City travel guide
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1011 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • A snowy landscape with leafless trees and a bridge in the background.
    Mackinaw Crossings
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Edgewater Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Edgewater Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Keyhole Bar & Grill
    3 min drive
  • Dixie Saloon
    3 min drive
  • Wienerlicious
    2 min drive
  • Fox's Pizza Den
    3 min drive
  • Darrow's Family Restaurant
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking within 1 mile
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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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 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachcomber of Mackinaw pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Beachcomber of Mackinaw?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Beachcomber of Mackinaw?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachcomber of Mackinaw located?

Situated on the waterfront, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Edgewater Beach and Lake Huron. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Edgewater Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Beachcomber of Mackinaw Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and the staff are really friendly and helpful. Great location on the water and walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, knowledge local staff, amazing view of the sunrise!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Beach View, clean rooms, friendly staff and close to everything! We would definitely stay again and bring friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The amazing view of the beach is the biggest amenity. High quality with it being a privately owned hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lori at the front desk was helpful with places to eat,we tried the 3 she suggested all were great. Are room looked rite on the beach, they lit a fire on the beach every night. We will definitely go back and stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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The view was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with amazing view. Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly. Easy access to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is clean and well kept. The staff are friendly and very helpful. Being picked up by the shuttle for the ferry was awesome. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very close to the ferry. Beach was beautiful and the caretakers were wonderful. Rooms were very nice and very affordable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to location within walking distance of ferry dock. Front desk attendant was friendly, check in easy, simple accommodations but had everything we needed for a trip to the island. Beds were comfortable. Reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is extremely well kept. We enjoyed the nightly fire by the beach. The manager was helpful answering all our questions and making recommendations. The room was small but worked for just the two of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great room. Right near the water and close to the town center.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mohak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for a stay in Mackinaw City. Really enjoyed the view and cleanliness. Thanks for a wonderful stay experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager of the property was amazing. They also have a ferry shuttle that will pick you up and take you to the dock and back to the hotel which was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beachcomber was a great choice. Wonderful view from our room, access to the beach and great swimming. Bonfire in the evening was a great surprise. Laurie, the manager, was very helpful with suggestions on places to eat, activities on Mackinac Island and how to save money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to the beach was nice and within walking distance. Beach chairs available. Fire ring and chairs surrounded. Room was clean. Close to the strip with places to eat and things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jimmie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Lori was amazing, very welcoming and offered help. The room was clean and adequate. The lake view was great. I will recommend and look to staying here again next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was wonderful, ans the caretakers of the Brachcomber are an amazing couple. They both gave great suggestions of activities to do and places to eat. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean but very dated facility. Staff was very friendly. Rooms are very small
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lori and her husband were very friendly. Lori had all kinds of information regarding restaurants and gift shops to visit. She always had coffee!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful with recommendations for getting to the island and places to eat. My room was basic, but very comfortable. Everything worked.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was very nice. Room was clean and everything is new and updated. Probably the best beach front out of all them,with nice swings,benches and fire pit. Stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very nice and the room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the cutest motels I’ve ever stayed at! We had the lake view, the beach right off our balcony, and it was walkable to all the fun stuff in town! Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025