Clearwater Lakeshore Motel

3.5 star property
On private beach with indoor pool, near Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property entrance

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

Room options

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King Lakefront, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(108 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King/Single Lakefront, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Queen Non-Lakefront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Jetted Tub Lakefront, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Jetted bath
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Queen Non-Lakefront

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Suite with Kitchen and Sofa Bed, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 Queen Sofa Bed Lakefront, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the area

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11380 U.S. 23, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 8 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Clearwater Lakeshore Motel

Motel near Lake Huron
Located close to Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse, Clearwater Lakeshore Motel provides a free breakfast buffet, a firepit and an outdoor entertainment area. With amenities such as a private beach and sunloungers, this motel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, outdoor furniture and beach towels
  • Barbecues, tour/ticket information and beach umbrellas
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Clearwater Lakeshore Motel have thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Property is also known as

Clearwater Lakeshore
Clearwater Lakeshore Mackinaw City
Clearwater Lakeshore Motel
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Clearwater Lakeshore Hotel Mackinaw City
Clearwater Lakeshore
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Frequently asked questions

Does Clearwater Lakeshore Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Clearwater Lakeshore Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Clearwater Lakeshore Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Clearwater Lakeshore Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Clearwater Lakeshore Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Clearwater Lakeshore Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mackinaw City motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Huron and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse. Headlands International Dark Sky Park and Wilderness State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Clearwater Lakeshore Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 702 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1012 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

We enjoyed a wonderful 2 night stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Excellent place with clean rooms and easy access to the beach. Very close to the ferries to Machinac Island.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

The staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Loved being right on the water, plus the fire pits and smores was really nice. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The staff were beyond welcoming and wonderful! The accommodations are beautiful. Will be returning!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Quiet, nice bonfires, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Lovely location on the lake with nightly fires.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

The staff is super friendly. And the campfire and s’mores at night are the best!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

We took a chance on this property, but it was great!!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Breakfast hash was the best we have had at a hotel. The fire on the beach with s’more and the fireworks over the water were a hit
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Wonderful place in a good location. Will definitely go again. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

We loved staying at this motel, everything was clean and the staff is very friendly. We enjoyed all of the amenities offered and discovered some we didnt even know about while staying there. The pool/hot tub was one of the best we've experienced and it was large and clean. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10

This was a comfortable room with a beautiful view of the Mackinaw bridge to the north. It has a rocky beach access and firepits and chairs so you can sit out and enjoy the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

The staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very nice property. Clean. Very friendly staff. Pretty property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very nice and quiet. Staff super friendly
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

The rooms were clean and perfect for my needs. I loved how they had the Fire pits by the water lit at night. It was chilly but it was perfect. It was a beautiful setting. The staff were awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Beautiful view of The Bridge and harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful view of the lake & bridge. Nice pool & hot tub!! Not far at all from downtown.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

The view was excellent, the grounds and room were well maintained. Staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was your standard fair for hotels. There isn’t an elevator at this property, which is becoming more important as we get older. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The staff was friendly. The beds were super comfortable. The room was clean. The motel was on a sandy beach. The fire pits lit at night with the smore kits was delightful. I will come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Breakfast was awesome. The dinning area was clean and well stocked. The staff came around and built fires on the beach at night. The staff was friendly and very polite
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The Clearwater Lakeshore Motel was a very friendly place to stay. Complementary lake side fires with s'mores heightened the experience. The motel is dated some but overall the rooms were clean and comfortable. I would recommend this to a friend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

OMG this place is amazing.Everything was great.Super clean,awesome comfortable bed.Great staff,great amenities. Beautiful view of the bridge.Great free breakfast.Just cant say enough good things about this place.Very clean!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025