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Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

Property class: 2
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Mackinaw City hotel

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A wooden beach pavilion with a view of the beach and ocean.
A wooden cabin with a porch and steps leading to the entrance.
A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with white bedding, two bedside lamps, and a brown textured rug.
A park with a wooden play structure, a covered seating area, and a view of a bridge and water in the background.
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen area featuring wooden cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1009 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Edgewater Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, including a large multi-story structure with balconies, a smaller building with a red roof, and several smaller cabins.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, including a large multi-story structure with balconies, a smaller building with a red roof, and several smaller cabins.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, including a large multi-story structure with balconies, a smaller building with a red roof, and several smaller cabins.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, including a large multi-story structure with balconies, a smaller building with a red roof, and several smaller cabins.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 3 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, including a large multi-story structure with balconies, a smaller building with a red roof, and several smaller cabins.

Family Room, 3 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Lake View

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, including a large multi-story structure with balconies, a smaller building with a red roof, and several smaller cabins.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, including a large multi-story structure with balconies, a smaller building with a red roof, and several smaller cabins.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 King Beds, Lake View

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, including a large multi-story structure with balconies, a smaller building with a red roof, and several smaller cabins.

Deluxe Suite, 2 King Beds, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Cabin

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, including a large multi-story structure with balconies, a smaller building with a red roof, and several smaller cabins.

Cabin

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

View all photos for Basic Room

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, including a large multi-story structure with balconies, a smaller building with a red roof, and several smaller cabins.

Basic Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Luxury Cabin

A wooden cabin with a porch and steps leading to the entrance.

Luxury Cabin

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

View all photos for Royal Cabin

A wooden cabin with a porch and steps leading to the entrance.

Royal Cabin

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

View all photos for Signature Cabin

A wooden cabin with a porch and steps leading to the entrance.

Signature Cabin

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

View all photos for Superior Cabin

A wooden cabin with a porch and steps leading to the entrance.

Superior Cabin

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

About the area

Mackinaw City

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

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Mackinaw City hotel
As a guest of Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City, you'll find an indoor pool, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room. Public spaces have free WiFi. Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City also features tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and express check-in. Self parking is free.

This Mackinaw City hotel is smoke free.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Mackinaw City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals 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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City to the airport?

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City is 12.3 mi (32-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 Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

As of Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City on Oct 19, 2026 start from CA $79, 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 Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City.

How close is Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City offer free breakfast?

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

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

What time is check-in at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City have a pool?

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City features an indoor pool.

Does Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City to downtown Mackinaw City?

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City is 1 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 207 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 193 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 298 out of 1009 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, right on the beach and a short distance to the town and ferries :) Access to coffee before 9am would be marvelous :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the fact ot was right by the water and completely affordable. Enjoyed our mini vacation away for the 4th.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect family beach vacation location! Great beach and fun pool (for some sand-free swimming). The King-suite had a balcony and direct access to the beach. Older hotel, but great value for a family with kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing! Ill definitely be back! The Gm was super helpful and very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ok for a night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff in the office were great the maid/ room cleaning team needs a little help. The water park offers are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice stay, served it's purpose for 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Great rooms. Not the cabins though
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beach was clean. Facility was dated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pillowcase had blood on it, ants, it just a very old hotel, blankets and comforter old thin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought it be a clean ppace
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is convenient. However, some of the rooms are very outdated. The waterfront rooms with balconies overlooking the beach were much better than the others as far as updates. The staff was super helpful, but it was dirty on the beach and around the property due to the Fourth of July. People shot off fireworks and left them everywhere on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
The rooms are with spider waves . Not maintained .need regular check of room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice, quiet, and clean place at a good price; the only issues were that many of the lamps didn't work and the TV remote was broken. Otherwise, everything was fine, and I would definitely stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you like bugs and infestation, the insect inn is for you. Moldy mattress and stale envoirment. So if collecting moisture and sleeping in a colony is your thing . This is for you. The pictures make this place look worth it fooled us hard.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well taken care of. it was a nice place by the beach and the balcony meant i could sleep with the door open on the lake and that was great! the staff was great with any questions or needs i had. the only down sides were the beds were very old and not very comfortable and there was little parking near to my room. everything else was great for the price! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel very out dated ,though the bath shower and beds were clean the room had a musty smell, pool was not very clean nor was the hot tub, these rooms are just ok for a quik stop over but I wouldnt recommend for extended stay,very few rooms have an actual water front or bridge view, also we had 10 days booked in to stay but after a family emergency came up requiring us to leave 2 days early the motel refused to refund or credit any part of the 2 days
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were cleaned but in need of updating and repairs. The hot tub was green and we were told the pool wasn’t holding the heat. The pool area, was extremely ran down. Check in was easy and the gentleman was very friendly. If you’re looking for a budget friendly stay and don’t mind an outdated property, this is a good choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very run down hotel. All furniture is extremely outdated and in very poor condition. The beds are like sleeping on a rock. Would never recommend staying there for anyone!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was terrible, rooms was disgustingly bad. Asked for a refund because i would not sleep in a mold infested room and got denied by front office manager who was no help at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasn’t the best at all they false advertisement it’s horrible
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beach area in disarray compared to surrounding properties. Garbage all over the property. Room very outdated with stained carpet. View of beach area in great location but could not use balcony seating due to being covered with dead insects.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not stay because the room smelled like mold, the carpet was still wet from cleaning, and the furniture was in bad shape. It did not make us feel like things were clean, so we went somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025