Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

Travelers gather around the lakeside firepit to watch stars shimmer on Lake Michigan before heading inside to enjoy the heated pool at this family-friendly hotel

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February 2026

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The Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City sits on Lake Michigan's shores, blending relaxation and recreation. Enjoy evenings by the firepit, swim in the indoor pool, or challenge each other in the arcade. Attentive staff offers express check-in/out for eager families.

Popular amenities

Pool
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Business services

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Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lakeside

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Lake view
28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

28 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

28 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds

Family Room

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

28 sq m
Sleeps 7
3 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Lake View

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Lake view
28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Lake view
28 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, Lake View

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

Lake view
Sleeps 7
2 King Beds

Cabin

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

TV

Sofa bed

Private bathroom

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Basic Room

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Private bathroom

Cable channels

28 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Luxury Cabin

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

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2 bedrooms

Private bathroom

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

Royal Cabin

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

TV

2 bedrooms

Private bathroom

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

Signature Cabin

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

TV

2 bedrooms

Private bathroom

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

Superior Cabin

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Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

TV

2 bedrooms

Private bathroom

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

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About the area

Located in Mackinaw City, Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City is in the city centre and on the beach. Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse and Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Mackinaw City travel guide

1009 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Edgewater Beach
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
20 min walk - 1.7 km
Mackinaw City Dock
2 min drive - 2.2 km
Mackinaw Bridge Museum
2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

McDonald's
11 min drive
Keyhole Bar & Grill
19 min walk
Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store
11 min drive
Clyde's Drive-In
11 min drive
Dixie Saloon
19 min walk

About this property

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

Hotel near Lake Michigan

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City provides amenities, such as a firepit and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

An indoor pool
Free self-parking
Express check-out, express check-in and a vending machine
Tour/ticket information, outdoor furniture and meeting rooms
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff

Room features

All 90 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.

Other amenities include:

Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
43-inch TVs with cable channels
Mini fridges, heating and housekeeping

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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
Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Indoor pool

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
Indoor pool
Mini-fridge
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping on request
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Firepit
On a lake
On the beach
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area

Accessibility

No lift

More

5 buildings
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

43-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Mini-fridge

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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

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City located?

Located in Mackinaw City, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Edgewater Beach and Lake Huron. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Mackinaw City Dock are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City Reviews

5.4

5.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

6.4

Staff & service

4.8

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

13 Sept, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Loved the cabin! Staff was awesome, helpful and friendly. Easy walk to the ferry with the kids.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

29 Sept, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice clean rooms! Friendly staff and helpful. We had a wonderful time. We had a lakeside room,which I'd recommend for anyone. Sunrise over the lake was beautiful!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristie

27 Jul, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful sandy beach, fireworks at night, nice view and nice people, clean room on beach (deluxe)

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

7 Sept, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

This is obviously an old property, but it was clean and comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammy

26 Jun, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Friendly staff, easy walk to ferry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

28 Jul, 2025

Staff is amazing.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

28 Aug, 2025

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

Awesome Time

Just what I was looking for - end of summer get away. Price was favorable. Room location was really nice. Bed was comfortable. I like to walk and the location was near to everything I was looking for in Mackinaw City.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

29 Jul, 2025

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

That view!

The view at this hotel was spectacular! Clean and we loved that up north feeling.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

patricia

23 Sept, 2025

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

Room was very cute, rustic and clean. We had to go out every morning for coffee. We eake up at 4:30, before coffee was available

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

13 Jul, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The motel is old, but the room was very clean. Towels were very clean.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

1 Aug, 2025

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

I liked the view

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mia

29 Jun, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This place was great for what it was. The only thing was there were little ants kind of by the shower, but otherwise everything was clean, staff was easy, and the location is amazing.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina M

3 Sept, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice room on beach. Pool and hot tub were green and unusable. Beds were like sleeping on a box spring. Room was nice loved location. I wish our first floor balcony would have given access to beach. Better beds and I would give the place 3.5 to 4 rating.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

16 Sept, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Our room was very clean. It’s a very old building, very simple but clean and comfortable. Was a very low price so well worth it. Only issue was that one of the windows was boarded up on one pane of glass. The indoor pool was also empty and appeared non functional. No microwave or coffee pot in the room.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

22 Jun, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Rooms are outdated, but we’re okay clean wise. Front desk help was engaged and very sweet and friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

30 Sept, 2024

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

Location is good, on a beach and away from midtown bustle.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Amie

3 Sept, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

My family came in for one night and just needed a place to sleep, nothing fancy. The price for this place was better than nearly all other hotels and was reasonable given it was a holiday weekend. However, the 'indoor' pool was in a building with the windows open (so not so much 'indoor') and the water was green. Certainly not inviting, so we obviously didn't swim. It is located just south of town so out of the hustle and bustle but close enough to enjoy what Mackinaw City has to offer. It is also right on the beach so that was nice and convenient. We essentially needed a bed and a shower and that's what we got. Nothing fancy.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

11 Jul, 2025

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Property is run down, but price reflected it. Some of the outlets in our room didn’t work, has to call staff to get our fridge working. But the views and lake access were great. Also enjoyed my little porch on my room.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ron

4 Sept, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice room on the water

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jenine

16 Jul, 2025

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

Disappointed

Very dirty and old. Pictured definitely look better then in person! Very disappointed, way too much money for what you get. Pool was nasty, no breakfast included. Theirs definatelt better

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

4 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Right close to the beach that was nice. Quiet in the room

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Shannon

31 Aug, 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

With the pictures posted on the website you feel like you’re getting one of the cabins that’s waterfront. That was my fault for not reading between the lines. It’s like a bait and switch on the room. The room was clean but the decor is outdated and the furnishings in the room need to be steam cleaned. I would say the furnishings were dirty. The AC was cold. Another thing I found unsettling was that you don’t have a way to lock the door inside the room. The deadbolt in my room did not work.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

11 Aug, 2024

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

It was a very nice room for the price. Check in was by a very pleasant lady. The beds were comfortable and the room and especially the bathroom was very clean. It was a quiet room with no traffic noise in the night. Overall, I would stay at this hotel again.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024