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Riviera Motel

2.5 star property
On beach with seasonal outdoor pool, near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Relax by the pool with a clear view of the nearby bridge.
Enjoy a serene beachside moment with a picturesque view of the ocean and a tranquil bridge in the distance.
Two single beds with matching headboards, a desk with a television, and a wardrobe.
Enjoy ocean views from this room, featuring a window with black curtains and a small table.
Enjoy a quiet moment by the window with a view of the surrounding garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

Traditional hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand, and a framed picture on the wall.

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
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Patio or Balcony, Lake View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Relax in a cozy retreat with a large bed, desk, and comfortable seating area.

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, bedside table, and chair, featuring a forest-themed bedspread and a framed picture on the wall.

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Relax in this inviting room with a comfortable bed, desk, and chair.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Corner

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
  • 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 - 1.8 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Riviera Motel

Motel near Lake Huron
Close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Riviera Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a vending machine
  • 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

Languages

English, Spanish

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 at Riviera Motel?

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 just steps from Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park and Lake Huron. Lake Michigan is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Riviera Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 795 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 795 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 795 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 795 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 795 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful place to stay! Great location. We will be coming back to stay here for years to come!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, and quiet property. Charming hotel and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds clean room. Could use a closet but made due. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

Dorcas

Liked: Cleanliness
Older motel; excellent attentive staff. Excellent location, views astonishing.
Stayed 2 nights 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

Kathleen

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

Thomas

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

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old motel but beautiful view of the bridge and the Straits of Mackinac. Hotel is small but right on the beach. Good restaurants nearby and away from downtown shopping. Near the ferry to the island. Chairs on the pool deck were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved being so close to the bridge! We had a lovely one night stay on our way home from Mackinaw Island.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent weekend stay . We found the staff to be helpful and friendly. The location was perfect and the views from the property beautiful. Our rooms were on the small side but updated and clean. This is a classic older motel, we enjoyed our stay and will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

yishu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good location, close to everything. will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Super clean and great location but the property needs major updates.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a property that was right on the water. It had close access to shopping and activities. Upon arrival, the staff answered all my questions and was ready to help with shuttles and parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was an older property but clean and quiet with a great view pool area looked nice but weather was not good for using it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

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

Great stay

We have stayed here for several years and it has been a standard for our trips up north.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Best place to stay in Mackinaw City! Location is superb!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location with fabulous views!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Louie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location at reasonable rates and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

This is the best place to stay in Mackinaw City. Clean, quaint and excellent view of the bridge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, updated rooms, convenient location, great view of the bridge and lake
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024