Bayside Hotel of Mackinac

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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Waterslide
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Private beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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726 S Huron Ave., Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Edgewater Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Animal Tracks Adventure Golf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Court Side)

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Mackinaw City

In Mackinaw City .Within a 10-minute walk of this Mackinaw City hotel, you'll find Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Edgewater Beach and Edgewater Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bière de Mac Brew Works - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Bayside Hotel of Mackinac

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan
A private beach is featured. Bayside Hotel of Mackinac offers its guests a complimentary water park, a waterslide, and an indoor pool. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A children's pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center are also featured at the family-friendly Bayside Hotel of Mackinac. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Self parking is free.

This Victorian Mackinaw City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Bayside Hotel of Mackinac offers 61 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. 42-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Waterslide

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Check-in for this property is based at a different location, next door at The Bayside Hotel Of Mackinac.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.0 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50.0 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Bayside Hotel Mackinac
Bayside Hotel Mackinac Mackinaw City
Bayside Mackinac
Bayside Mackinac Mackinaw City
Bayside Of Mackinac
Bayside Hotel of Mackinac Hotel
Bayside Hotel of Mackinac Mackinaw City
Bayside Hotel of Mackinac Hotel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bayside Hotel of Mackinac to the airport?

Bayside Hotel of Mackinac is 15.7 mi (20-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $94, 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.

Does Bayside Hotel of Mackinac have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac.

How close is Bayside Hotel of Mackinac to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Edgewater Beach and 7-minute walk from Edgewater Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bayside Hotel of Mackinac offer free breakfast?

Bayside Hotel of Mackinac does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Bayside Hotel of Mackinac have a pool?

Bayside Hotel of Mackinac features an indoor pool, a children's pool, and outdoor pool access.

Does Bayside Hotel of Mackinac have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Bayside Hotel of Mackinac to downtown Mackinaw City?

Bayside Hotel of Mackinac is 0.6 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Bayside Hotel of Mackinac Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 201 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 182 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 144 out of 1005 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Staff & service
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dipak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location is perfect, staff was friendly. Breakfast was good too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jestiny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Despite the reviews this was honestly a great stay for us!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very nice room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Mihir

Good location and experience
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

DARRELL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was nice and quiet and the kids love the water park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chantalle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The waterpark was the best part for the kids! Easy access to everything around! Great hotel, clean, definitely recommend & will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was the perfect temperature. Room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

ASHESH GOPAL NATH

Liked: Cleanliness
Closeness to everything
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service was great. The lady at the desk let us check in a little early. Staff was very kind and helpful. Beds were a little uncomfy but otherwise clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very relaxing and quiet! They provide multiple coupons at the front desk for things to do around town. The hotel is very close to downtown, we didn’t have to drive for anything except to cross the bridge!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The in room hot tub was large and just great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Waterpark was fun
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

JULIE

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking distance to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was fine. Pet friendly, but dated. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Emillie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It's dated, but clean and a good value. Located directly across the street from the ferry to Mackinac Island, it was the perfect place to stay after our day trip to the island.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Stephanie

Late check- in means driving to another hotel as service desk. Amenities decent and great for an overnight. Didn't try the free Waterpark.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sabreena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cenedra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great price nice place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Skip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

PHILLIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay! Easy Parking & Walkable to shops &Dining.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Nice stay !

Nice stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was it aware that the water park was in a separate building
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025