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Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

2.0 star property
Travelers gather around the lakeside firepit to watch stars shimmer on Lake Michigan before heading inside to enjoy the heated pool at this family-friendly hotel

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The Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City sits on Lake Michigan's shores, blending relaxation and recreation. Enjoy evenings by the firepit, swim in the indoor pool, or challenge each other in the arcade. Attentive staff offers express check-in/out for eager families.

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room, 3 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 King Beds, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds

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Cabin

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Basic Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Cabin

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

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Royal Cabin

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

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Signature Cabin

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

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Superior Cabin

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon
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About the area

Located in Mackinaw City, Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City is in the city center and on the beach. Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse and Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Mackinaw City travel guide
Map
1009 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • The Ferry Terminal for the craft plying between Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island Michigan
    Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mackinaw City which includes snow, a bridge and landscape views
    Mackinaw Crossings
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Edgewater Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min drive
  • Keyhole Bar & Grill
    19 min walk
  • Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store
    11 min drive
  • Clyde's Drive-In
    11 min drive
  • Dixie Saloon
    19 min walk

About this property

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

Hotel near Lake Michigan
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 tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises, meeting rooms, and a vending machine
  • 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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

As of Mar 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City on Mar 31, 2026 start from CA $4,502, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

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 5-minute walk of Edgewater Beach and Lake Huron. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Mackinaw City Dock are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City Reviews

5.4

5.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

6.4

Staff & service

4.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 206 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 214 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 276 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cabin! Staff was awesome, helpful and friendly. Easy walk to the ferry with the kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms! Friendly staff and helpful. We had a wonderful time. We had a lakeside room,which I'd recommend for anyone. Sunrise over the lake was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful sandy beach, fireworks at night, nice view and nice people, clean room on beach (deluxe)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This is obviously an old property, but it was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy walk to ferry
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Katherine

Staff is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

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

Awesome Time

Just what I was looking for - end of summer get away. Price was favorable. Room location was really nice. Bed was comfortable. I like to walk and the location was near to everything I was looking for in Mackinaw City.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

That view!

The view at this hotel was spectacular! Clean and we loved that up north feeling.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The motel is old, but the room was very clean. Towels were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

8/10 Good

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very cute, rustic and clean. We had to go out every morning for coffee. We eake up at 4:30, before coffee was available
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Tina M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice room on beach. Pool and hot tub were green and unusable. Beds were like sleeping on a box spring. Room was nice loved location. I wish our first floor balcony would have given access to beach. Better beds and I would give the place 3.5 to 4 rating.
View from balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is good, on a beach and away from midtown bustle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Liked: Staff & service
Rooms are outdated, but we’re okay clean wise. Front desk help was engaged and very sweet and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our room was very clean. It’s a very old building, very simple but clean and comfortable. Was a very low price so well worth it. Only issue was that one of the windows was boarded up on one pane of glass. The indoor pool was also empty and appeared non functional. No microwave or coffee pot in the room.
Very large bathroom
Empty pool
Refrigerator
TV
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
My family came in for one night and just needed a place to sleep, nothing fancy. The price for this place was better than nearly all other hotels and was reasonable given it was a holiday weekend. However, the 'indoor' pool was in a building with the windows open (so not so much 'indoor') and the water was green. Certainly not inviting, so we obviously didn't swim. It is located just south of town so out of the hustle and bustle but close enough to enjoy what Mackinaw City has to offer. It is also right on the beach so that was nice and convenient. We essentially needed a bed and a shower and that's what we got. Nothing fancy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ron

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice room on the water
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is run down, but price reflected it. Some of the outlets in our room didn’t work, has to call staff to get our fridge working. But the views and lake access were great. Also enjoyed my little porch on my room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right close to the beach that was nice. Quiet in the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jenine

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

Disappointed

Very dirty and old. Pictured definitely look better then in person! Very disappointed, way too much money for what you get. Pool was nasty, no breakfast included. Theirs definatelt better
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liz

Staff were very friendly and professional I asked for Xtra towels within minutes I received them
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very nice room for the price. Check in was by a very pleasant lady. The beds were comfortable and the room and especially the bathroom was very clean. It was a quiet room with no traffic noise in the night. Overall, I would stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waterfront. Beautiful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Adriana

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

Looks good!

The room is clean and the place is amazing the furniture is old but everything is good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024