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Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

2.0 star property
On beach with indoor pool for sandy fun near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Lake view
2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Mini-fridge
Property grounds

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Room options

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 3 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Sofa bed - queen
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 King Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lakeside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Royal Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

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About the neighborhood

Map
1009 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

Hotel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City provides amenities like a firepit and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine, meeting rooms, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 90 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, heating, and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 5 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

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

What time is check-out at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City located?

Located in Mackinaw City, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Mackinaw City Dock and Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 202 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 242 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 261 out of 1004 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Friendly staff, easy walk to ferry
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

This place was great for what it was. The only thing was there were little ants kind of by the shower, but otherwise everything was clean, staff was easy, and the location is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10

Property is very run down not like the website pictures! Lost power to half of the motel we had to move to the other half, pool and hot tub VERY dirty….disappointed overall
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10

Dont waste your money! very poorly maintained.....
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10

We filed a complaint with our card company. The motel smelt moldy and musty. People was checking in and coming back and requesting a refund. The rooms were moldy and had bugs, bed bugs. The hostess quit on the spot and the owners came rushing in there trying to fix it. Our card company will be conta ting you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10

The room was filled with bugs, alive and dead. Cobwebs in every corner and on the curtains. The air quality was terrible. The room was damp and musty. Our shoes all got filled with ants. The room was deplorable, and people in prison have better accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10

Bugs in beds , mold on walls, wall paper coming of walls. Dirty beds and bathroom. It was worse then a cheap motel. The staff did not care then i told them. They said have a nice day and told me to leave. Disrespectful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10

This place should be condemned the pictures are definitely not what you get would never recommend this place to anyone i paid for 2 family rooms one room thebfridge didnt work the other room the bath tub didnt drain so many bugs the pool and hot tub were out of order there was mold on the curtain in the bathroom and the ceiling very outdated no pictures on the walls no nothing very disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Didn’t actually stay there- unmanned lobby upon arrival referred to go to the Bridge Vista choose to stay there wasn’t ok with staying at unattended location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10

Bugs either ants or bed bugs. 50"s decor blue tiles and toilet. No microwave or coffee pot. TV remote didmt work
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10

7 lamps in the room and only one worked. Sink wouldnt shut off Deck outside the room covered in spider webs and seagull crap Windows filthy and tracks covered with dead bugs. All the wall oulets worn out and anything you pluged in fell out. Front door looked like it was kicked in. Parking lot was very dirty. Beach had weeds growing up. NOT MAINTAINED. SHOULD HAVE GOT REFUND
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10

There is no TV remote in our room. One side of the electrical panel did not work. The bedding was dirty on one of the beds. The bedspread look like it had mold, and it was paint. The property outside was not very clean. It was trash along the beach area. The people upstairs above us were loud and noisy all night and we didn’t get any sleep. It was no phone or anybody at the hotel to call in case of emergency or to get them to stop being so loud and noisy.. There was no blow dryer in the room and no coffee pot. This was not acceptable in my book especially for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Location is good, on a beach and away from midtown bustle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10

Mixed bag, we ended up needing to switch rooms, as the one I booked had plumbing issues ( not blaming the hotel, these things happen ). They put us in a better room, for the same rate, which was very appreciated. The only downside was this room was not cleaned fully prior to us getting in. The hotel manager said the cleaning crew would come by to finish cleaning. They never did. It seemed to me that they may have been understaffed. We ended up finishing the cleaning of the room ourselves. We did have to move the used vacuum out of the room so it was not in the way. But these were all fairly minor inconveniences. The beach that the hotel is situated on is very clean, however, like most beaches in Mackinaw City is pretty shallow. The pool and hot tub, while I did not personally go into, seemed to be fine from the people in my party that did use them. Do note this hotel does not seem to offer a breakfast, we ended up eating out on our excursions so we would not have partaken anyway. Overall, I would probably stay again. Just be mindful that this is not a "resort" hotel but rather a more basic accommodation. And it suits that niche perfectly fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Not a bad place . Close to town and the lake .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Loved our room with the deck facing the beach ! Loved the many chairs on the beach and the fire pits !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

Nice room on the water
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

It was super nice to see the lake view from our room! Sunrise was awesome!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Beach felt like heaven
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Right close to the beach that was nice. Quiet in the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10

Right on beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Waterfront. Beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Very clean and quiet. Close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Nice. Beachfront
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024