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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
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool
Exterior
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

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 14 of 14 rooms

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
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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
(48 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

View from room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

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
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Twin Bed

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
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 44 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 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
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Mackinaw City, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is in an area with great shopping. 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 Michigan and Lake Huron. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Snorkeling, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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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

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

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, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, laundry services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 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

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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

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1149 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lauralee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and was a nice room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and clean property. We stay at this hotel every year when we come for our anniversary!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, friendly staff, within walking distance of shops and restaurants and beach, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to Shepler’s Ferry, to shops and restaurants. Clean room and very comfortable bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JONATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very nice bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was within walkable distance of everything we wanted to do. Staff was friendly, room clean and breakfast yummy!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Louwela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet accommodations. Buffet breakfast a nice perk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Price was nice, so was the view. Bathroom needs updating but wasn’t horrible. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT POOL AND HOT TUB
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Clint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great loxation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

bridget

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

8/10 Good

Nancy Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were going to Mackinac Island so it was very convenient for the shuttle to take us to the dock . Pool and hottub was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The suite was very nice and roomy. The balcony was great, with a great view over the bay and the sunrise. The only issue was a subpar (by Best Western standards) breakfast bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Susan K

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice. Property is very tired looking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Room with a great view. Last minute check-in & they provided fast service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location by the ferry to go to Mackinac island. Staff is friendly, included breakfast. Love that I could walk around for shopping and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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