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Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

2.5 star property
Beach fun in indoor pool, near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Balcony view
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool
Interior entrance
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers lakefront charm and practical comforts. Enjoy a full breakfast, relax in the spa tub, or take in garden and terrace views. Multilingual staff and a prime location near shopping and Lake Michigan make exploring easy.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Courtyard Area

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Courtyard Area

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 37 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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View from room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

View from room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - queen
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
  • 44 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible, Poolside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible, Poolside (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Dock - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪MI Patio Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

Hotel near Lake Huron
Close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool and outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, concierge services, and a banquet hall
  • A vending machine, 1 meeting room, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 114 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and outdoor pool access.

Is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this beach hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Lake Huron. Lake Michigan is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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Reviews

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 423 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 171 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1050 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1050 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place To stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Iram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, staff were very friendly and the view from the balcony was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, service was great. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in a nice location. The kids loved the pool area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beachfront with ferry within a short walk
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean rooms, helpful staff, great breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the ferries and downtown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and knowledgeable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nitin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location and rooms were quite good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the lake front view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location of the hotel. It’s by the water and accessible to the port going to Mackinac Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Best Western. Room was very clean and updated. Can't beat the location. Walk to restaurants and shops and even the Macinaw Island Ferry.woikd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that it was in the beach. I could sit on my balcony and enjoy the view. It was also very close to downtown shopping. Pool was great. It was nice to be able to walk to downtown
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good value option in a town almost entirely devoted to tourism (a fudge or T shirt shop on every corner, it seemed….). The facility is dated, but our room was spotlessly clean, if also a little dated. Overall, we found it a convenient and enjoyable place to stay for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Although some of the drapery could use updating. Free breakfast was nice too!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! The location right on the beach was a huge plus, and it was walkable to the ferry docks. Breakfast had a great variety, too!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very picturesque, lots to do near by. Rooms were clean. Pool and hot tub well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JILL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Conveniently located to the shops, restaurants, and ferries. Great view. The rooms are outdated and could use a an update.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hawra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay! The front desk needs to learn how to smile
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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