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You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a bar, and a restaurant at Blue Water Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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8.6 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in St. Clair, Blue Water Inn is on a river. McMorran Place and Thomas Edison Depot Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rattle Run Golf Course and Fore Lakes Golf Club. Glacier Pointe Ice Complex and Sawmill City are also worth visiting. Visit our St. Clair travel guide
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1337 River Rd, St. Clair, MI, 48079

What's nearby

  • A bridge at dusk with lights reflecting on the water.
    Blue Water Bridge
    15 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Glacier Pointe Ice Complex
    12 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Blue Water River Walk
    14 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Blue Water Convention Center
    16 min drive - 16.4 miles
  • McMorran Place
    17 min drive - 17.3 miles

Getting around

  • Port Huron Station
    16 min drive
  • Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Voyageur
    5 min drive
  • Starbucks
    7 min drive
  • Junction Buoy
    7 min drive
  • River Crab & Blue Water Inn
    1 min walk
  • McDonald's
    8 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • River Crab Restaurant

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 22 to September 19
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Water Inn have a pool?

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

Is Blue Water Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Water Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Water Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Water Inn located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ascension River District Hospital River District Family Practice, St John Providence Health System, and Lake Huron Medical Center. Blue Water River Walk and Glacier Pointe Ice Complex are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Blue Water Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 99 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice and the view was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a really special hotel with a great location next to the water. The rooms are spacious and comfy, the staff are friendly and professional, and there is a wonderful restaurant on premises.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous view of the St. Clair River and boats. Had dinner at the River Crab, so it was super convenient. Staff at front desk were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for couples, we had a room with a great view watching ships pass. We also enjoyed fine dining overlooking the river every room seemed to have a great view. I will surely book a stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the room size and river view! Beds, pillows and sheets were super comfy. Love being right next to The River Crab.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views of the St Clair River and freighters going by were awesome! Parking lot was often very full because of guests at the Inn and also because of the River Crab next door, but got a near by space near my room, every time. Staff was VERY helpful...I had booked the room thru Expedia, they had messed up the days I reserved, but Victor in the Inn's office was able to move things around and get me a room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Sweeping views of the St. Clair River especially for. the adjacent River Crab Restaurant. The room was large, but lacked natural light and created a dark inner area. Breakfast was basic, but only two small tables meant probably taking. your food to your room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with a great view!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the large river! Restaurant is a wonderful place with great food. Beds are nice and rooms comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This charming motel has a 50’s vibe! Rooms are beautiful and well appointed with every little detail. The views of the St. Clair River are amazing! The two inside window barrel chairs, along with your own outside patio chairs secure your views of the grand Port Huron freighters coming up river headed to Detroit. Don’t pass up a chance to stay here or miss this secluded charming river town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not partake in the continental breakfast, the room stayed nice and cool. The king size bed was very comfortable. The amenities in the room were very satisfactory.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly and nicest staff ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet relaxing place with a wonderful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We live seeing the freighters on the river. We booked this hotel for a two night getaway and we absolutely loved it. The views were great. Our room was very clean and a mix of old school and modern. The pool was clean and perfect for the 98° days! They also have the River Crab restaurant attached to the property right on the water, and the food is amazing. Great get away and pet friendly…we will be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a cute motel -very clean and updated-large rooms, nice view of the water. Bed was very comfortable. The staff was very friendly! Having the River Crab restaurant right there was awesome. I totally will stay again. If your wondering about this place, wonder no more!!
Seafood delight!
Excellent fiket!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

What a super staff the rooms are incredibly clean the location is fantastic we go there all the time just don't get our room before we get it cuz we'll be pissed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the St. Claire River even if it was on the parking lot side to view the many freighters in passing.. Rooms clean and quiet. Added bonus was lunch at the River Crab fine restaurant in the same lot. Nice two day getaway on a belated spring week without driving too far from my home base.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious room with some nice touches. Updates have been done but the mattress was worn and definitely too soft for my liking. Fantastic views of the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I stayed for one night during the week. The room was decent and clean. Some of it felt a little dated, but it's independently owned and it seems that for a waterside resort area, this is a good option. The towels and bedding was very clean and they offer quality bath products during your stay. There was a really nice view with a little "porch" and the Inn is in a great location. It was disappointing that the person staying in the room next to mine was outside smoking cigarettes for hours of the night and into morning. It definitely smelled in my room and was unpleasant when I wanted to watch the sunrise since the rooms face east. I would suggest the Inn implement a no smoking policy of some sort. I was looking forward to waking up, having breakfast and swimming in the pool looking out toward the river. Breakfast was OK, a lot of packaged sugary items like muffins and cinnamon rolls. There were also apples and cereal available. It was a little be surprised that there wasn't hot food considering the adjoining nice restaurant. The pool opened at 10am and the gate was locked. The man inside the pool area said he could not let me in because the pool needs to be cleaned and come back later. Check out time is 11am, and he was still cleaning at that time, so I never did get to swim.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very spacious. All the rooms have a nice little area in front of each room to sit and watch the river. Would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location. River view. Great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the place, just my dog & myself. Wish they had a garbage w/bags where the grass is to take them potty. At least a garbage, took a while to find but it's right outside the office. 🤔 Nice & quite as we reciprocate. 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room and a great view
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This wonderful hotel was a great place to stay. Right on the water and had a great tea restaurant attached that was also wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were roomy. The outside sitting area is a plus seeing the ships pass by. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026