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Mackinac Lodge

2.0 star property
Hotel near Lake Michigan in Mackinaw City

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Deluxe Room
Exterior
Reception
Deluxe Room
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Classic Room

Classic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Room

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Mackinaw City

In Mackinaw City .With a stay at this Mackinaw City hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Edgewater Beach and Edgewater Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bière de Mac Brew Works - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Mackinac Lodge

Hotel near Lake Michigan in Mackinaw City
Mackinac Lodge offers its guests a complimentary water park, a hot tub, and a sauna. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool and a vending machine are also featured at Mackinac Lodge. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.
  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
Mackinac Lodge offers 46 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Exterior
Bridge Vista Beach - Hotel & Convention Center
Mackinaw City
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Kids pool
  • Parking included
3.7 out of 5, Good, 1,005 reviews
The price is CA $100
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Bridge Vista Beach - Hotel & Convention Center

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Fenced pool
  • Free water park access
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Free water park
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 50.00 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 26 and close September 23.

Property is also known as

Mackinac Lodge Hotel
Mackinac Lodge Mackinaw City
Mackinac Lodge Hotel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mackinac Lodge to the airport?

Mackinac Lodge is 7.5 mi (17-min drive) away from the Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mackinac Lodge?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mackinac Lodge on Jun 21, 2026 start from CA $97, 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 Mackinac Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mackinac Lodge.

How close is Mackinac Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Edgewater Beach and 7-minute walk from Edgewater Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mackinac Lodge offer free breakfast?

Mackinac Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mackinac Lodge?

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

What time is check-in at Mackinac Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mackinac Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Mackinac Lodge have a pool?

Mackinac Lodge features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Mackinac Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mackinac Lodge to downtown Mackinaw City?

Mackinac Lodge is 0.6 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Mackinac Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 192 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was great to have the water park, the front office they were very friendly and thoughtful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Tammie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rate, great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed in a room at the lodge and were pleasantly surprised by the cozy cabin decor. The warmth and charm of the room gave our vacation a true getaway feeling.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Liked the location and lodge interior.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy beds, rooms were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel rooms were good for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the tourist shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

kristine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with free admission to the water park next-door walking distance from everything it’s just really great weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Debby

Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were well taken care of and was very clean plus the staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, friendly staff. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean, right across tge street from the ferry too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jimmie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the beds were comfortable with nice extra pillows everything was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked that it was close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

stayed for 1 night. perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Savannah

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

Great, comfy hotel right by beach

It was a great stay. Only issue was the bathroom light bulb started to go out during our second day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice

Very good would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Casandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were a good size
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed the waterpark but if it wasn’t for that we wouldn’t have been satisfied at all. Our room floor was very dirty and the beds were not comfortable .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always accommodating and allows us to check in early year after year. The rooms are in excellent quality. They are very informative at the front desk about events, tours, shuttles, ferries. Always a pleasure to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location across the street from ferry to island, properties share amenities so laundry & water park walkable and free
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Check in staff was awesome and helpful! Got a first floor room which we appreciated!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and conveniently located. Walls are a wee thin and the wireless is spotty, but overall an okay place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Decent pricing. Walkable to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022