The Clarion Hotel Beachfront offers a peaceful getaway near Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a continental breakfast, relax in the spa tub, or stroll in the garden. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected, and the indoor pool area has comfy sun loungers for extra downtime.
Located in Mackinaw City, Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront is in the city center and on a private beach. Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum and Mackinaw Bridge Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse and Mackinaw Heritage Village. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Mackinaw City travel guide
905 S Huron St, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
What's nearby
Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Mackinaw Crossings
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Edgewater Beach
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Mackinaw City Dock
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
20 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
11 min drive
Keyhole Bar & Grill
16 min walk
Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store
11 min drive
Clyde's Drive-In
10 min drive
Dixie Saloon
15 min walk
About this property
Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront
Hotel near Lake Michigan
At Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach and sun loungers. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
An indoor pool and outdoor pool access nearby, along with sun loungers
Free self parking
RV/bus/truck parking, express check-in, and 1 meeting room
Free newspapers, concierge services, and a bicycle shuttle
Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 115 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
42-inch TVs with premium channels
Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping
Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Things to do
Bicycle shuttle
Gym
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool (guest access)
Family friendly
Access to nearby outdoor pool
In-room crib
In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
24-hour business center
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Garden
In a nature reserve
On a lake
On a private 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.
Assistive listening devices
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
4 buildings
4 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 29 and May 1.
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
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: USD 50 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and outdoor pool access.
Is Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront located?
Located in Mackinaw City, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Edgewater Beach and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Mackinaw City Dock and Lake Huron are also within 15 minutes.
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Reviews
Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront Reviews
6.6
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6.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
7.4
Staff & service
6.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 1001 reviews
10 - Excellent
218
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1001 reviews
8 - Good
251
Rating 6 - Okay. 240 out of 1001 reviews
6 - Okay
240
Rating 4 - Poor. 160 out of 1001 reviews
4 - Poor
160
Rating 2 - Terrible. 132 out of 1001 reviews
2 - Terrible
132
Reviews
8/10 Good
Tanya
Sep 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was a really convenient location with clean accommodations.
Room was exactly as advertised and as I requested. Rooms with breakfast included are rare in Mackinaw City, so this was a nice feature and saves a family of 4 a little money and time. Great quality at a vacation price I was ok paying.
It was a clean room matched the picture on site and was quite except for the kids upstairs stomping around in the early morning other than that it was peaceful, with access to the beach.
Juan
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Curtis
Oct 26, 2025
The pool was detached from the hotel and it wasn’t very warm and the breakfast room was good but the room was cold as ice. It was ok but definitely nothing special.
The staff was amazing and very accommodating. We loved our balcony room on the beach as well. A very relaxing stay.
Jessica
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jim
Sep 14, 2025
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Room with a view!
Location, room on the water was AMAZING! Had a bonfire one night on the beach, great! Property could use some cleaning outside but room was good for the price we paid we were very happy. Front desk emplyee was very polite.
Beautiful view of Lake Huron
Heat and AC worked quietly
Breakfast was ok
Plenty of parking
If staying more than one night, be sure to ask for house cleaning if you want it.
All the plumbing worked as expected.
Bathroom was clean
Beds were comfortable
For an older facility, our two day stay was very pleasant.
Didn’t use the pool or hot tub
Very reasonable price compared to neighboring facilities
I found the property to be easy to use for my short stay. My unit was clean. I was appropriately greeted by staff when I arrived and at other Times when necessary.
Overall it was good. Nice view, nice towels, not enough washcloths and only 1 day of coffee, but i did not call room service.The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was unappealing. Exterior upkeep was lacking. I was charged correctly as booked.
ronna
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
2/10 Terrible
Julie
Nov 11, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The photo shown on this page is not at all the rooms we were assigned. First room did not have queen ann furniture, and elegant. It was old outdated and the room smelled of putrid animal urine. It was so nasty. Everything about this place was outdated. We picked this place for the hot tub, pool and breakfast, and nice room. We didn't get any of what was advertised on this website.
This hotel is older, but it is well maintained and clean. The one suggestion I would make is to let people know when you check in that house keeping has to be requested.
Elizabeth
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Randy
Oct 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed the hot tub, but the light above didnt work. One of the other lights was out in the entryway and trim molding was coming off in spots. You can tell the room hasnt been updated in decades but has been kept in fairly good shape.
Randy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Laura
Jun 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were great our room was clean and comfy and a great location with a beautiful view. However there were some small things that needed attention like a few loose tiles in the bathroom, outside hall lamps that worked but were consmetically damaged, but overall a positive experience and I would stay there again.