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Riviera Motel

2.5 star property
Motel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool

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The Riviera Motel, by Lake Michigan, offers a practical base with free in-room WiFi. Guests can cool off in the seasonal outdoor pool or lounge in the sun. The helpful staff provide tour assistance, making this Lake Huron-adjacent property convenient and welcoming.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View, Ground Floor | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Ground Floor | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Ground Floor | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • 21 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Patio or Balcony, Lake View

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Patio or Balcony, Lake View | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Patio or Balcony, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Corner

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Corner | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Corner

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
520 North Huron Ave., Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Colonial Michilimackinac Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Riviera Motel

Motel near Lake Michigan
Riviera Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a vending machine, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Riviera Motel include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hair dryers and shampoo
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, heating, 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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 27 and May 1.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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 to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Riviera Motel Mackinaw City
Riviera Mackinaw City
Riviera Motel Motel
Riviera Motel Mackinaw City
Riviera Motel Motel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

Does Riviera Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10 PM.

Is Riviera Motel 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 Riviera Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Riviera Motel?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Riviera Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mackinaw City motel is steps from Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Lake Michigan. Lake Huron and Colonial Michilimackinac Park are also within 5 minutes.

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Riviera Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 557 out of 841 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 841 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 841 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 841 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 841 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We try to stay here every year when we are traveling the northern part of Michigan. I would highly recommend this motel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this motel. Staff is so kind and rooms are clean and inviting
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient to downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view! And clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great for the most part except the bathroom was freezing and the water from the faucet never got hot. Had an otherwise great time. Beautiful view and it was clean. Would go again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel, great views of the bridge, Nice little pool, quite part of town on the banks of lake Michigan, Great base to explore the area and visit the pretty British town on Mackinaw Island - Greta stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

RANAE

I love how fresh and clean the rooms are! Special attention is definitely paid. The towels smell like I washed them at home! Neat, clean, efficient. I recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Riviera has cute and cozy rooms that reflect the up north theme and are very clean. The Mackinaw Bridge view was beautiful andthe pool area was well maintained. The lobby was comfortable and the host was very pleasant and accommodating. I highly recommend The Riviera.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing! The room and pool was very clean. Parking was convenient and close to the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
nice, clean, quiet, friendly owners
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison Brooks

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always, always stay at the Riviera Motel, and have for years and years. It's a little bit of an upscale mom and pop motel, located right by the bridge! Never would we want to stay anywhere else. Great accomodations!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute, cozy, and clean property with excellent views of the bridge! And a great outdoor pool. Our family loved this little gem! We will definitely be back in the future.
View from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk clerk was very nice. He gave us helpful information. We came in late and he was informative. The man in the morning was also very helpful. The room was clean and seeing the bridge from our room was beautiful. However the bed was not very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning view of the bridge with a wonderful walkway along the lake. Benches to view as well. Lighthouse property next door adds to this. The property is dated however kept up well. Our favorite in a trip of seven hotels. Pool would add in the warm days.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Archie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Returning to the Riviera Motel was on my bucket list, and it's everything I remembered and more. The location is the best in my opinion.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
small rooms, dated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very quaint motel with very clean rooms. It's quiet and right by the lake with a nice view of the bridge. The staff was very friendly & knowledgeable. Excellent rates also! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem. Remarkable and unique motel with the best view in Mackinaw City. Rooms are decorated in charming bear theme and have everything you need. The mini fridge is big and even has a good size freezer to put ice packs in. My only complaint is that the sink doesn’t have any room to put toiletries or my flat iron.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint hotel located right by the lake. Staff was very helpful and knowledgeable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Right by the bridge excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No clock and to many little steps
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Cute little motel!

Cute little motel right by the water and bridge.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

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