Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor pool
Exterior
On the beach, white sand
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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909 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Edgewater Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Room

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

Superior Room

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

About the area

Mackinaw City

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the 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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Clyde's Place - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bière de Mac Brew Works - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark

Beachfront hotel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark offers its guests an indoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mackinaw City hotel.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Smoking in designated areas
Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark offers 60 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Splash pad

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

  • Indoor pool
  • Splash pad

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Great Mackinaw Beachfront Hotel
Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark Hotel
Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark Mackinaw City
Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark Hotel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark to the airport?

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark is 15.6 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 Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark 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 Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark.

How close is Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark to the beach?

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

Does Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark offer free breakfast?

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark?

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

Is there free parking at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark have a pool?

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark features an indoor pool.

Does Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark to downtown Mackinaw City?

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark is 0.7 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 400 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 400 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 400 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 400 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 400 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Thong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and right on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place and the staff are really nice. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and staff was very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robbe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay. The wife and I had a great time and the ladies at the front desk are so friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite the negative reviews we stayed here. Room was great. Hotel was clean and staff was helpful. Great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Nathaniel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was great d always so nice to be able to look at the beach and relax
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

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

Soo Locks Trip

My wife and I stayed here, great location to the stores and restaurants in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Birthday stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and very clean refurbished rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My daughter and I were just passing through, which made it a very quick stay. It was clean, comfortable, and felt safe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing especially front desk and housekeeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the staff and how friendly and helpful they were.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

Beachfront at the edge of town

We stayed at this hotel about 20 years ago, and love the location on the beach. The rooms have been completely renovated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the lake
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful, the facility was clean. The staff since we arrive were polite and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we took a girls trip and stayed here. the place was pretty clean except the outside of the room doors. it is really close to shopping and restaurants. we loved that we could see the bridge from the beach and there's fire pits to have fires on the beach! overall it was a great experience and we will definitely come back to this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in. Nice clean room with a great view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very nice time at a great price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. The front desk young lady was so nice and helpful. All over great experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Super cute property and was perfect for what we needed. This is not a 5 star resort, but it’s great for a little getaway. Staff was absolutely fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean but very dated. Outside the room was filthy and needed picking up. The front desk was excellent. It was a reasonable stay for the price I paid.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025