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Great Lakes Inn

2.0 star property
Family-friendly motel with free casino shuttle and 24-hour front desk

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Reception
Exterior
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Property entrance
Exterior

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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150 Old U.S. 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Balcony

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Accessible Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted tub

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Accessible Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted tub

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds Pet Friendly

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds Pet Friendly

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed Pet Friendly

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed Pet Friendly

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Handicap Accessible Double bed Jetted tub

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Handicap Accessible Double bed Jetted tub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bund Bed, Balcony

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bund Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Mackinaw City

A family-friendly stay in Mackinaw City awaits you at Great Lakes Inn. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find popular attractions like Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor swimming pool. .This pet-friendly motel offers a 24-hour front desk, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include a hot tub, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free casino shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Mackinaw City motel include Lake Michigan and Headlands International Dark Sky Park.
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What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Great Lakes Inn

Family-friendly motel with free casino shuttle and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. Great Lakes Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and Access to hot tub. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Great Lakes Inn. Self parking is free.

This Mackinaw City motel is smoke free.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Great Lakes Inn offers 46 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 3 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 3

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Great Lakes Inn
Great Lakes Inn Mackinaw City
Great Lakes Mackinaw City
Great Lakes Inn Motel
Great Lakes Inn Mackinaw City
Great Lakes Inn Motel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Great Lakes Inn?

Great Lakes Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Great Lakes Inn?

Yep, Great Lakes Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Great Lakes Inn?

Yep, Great Lakes Inn is a short 4-minute walk from Edgewater Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, parasailing and kayaking.

Does Great Lakes Inn have a pool?

Great Lakes Inn has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Great Lakes Inn?

Great Lakes Inn features an outdoor pool, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

Is Great Lakes Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and a picnic area, it's no surprise that Great Lakes Inn is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Great Lakes Inn?

No, Great Lakes Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Great Lakes Inn?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Great Lakes Inn's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Great Lakes Inn?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Great Lakes Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 937 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 937 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 219 out of 937 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 173 out of 937 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 152 out of 937 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

JEAN, holton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pools and hot tub I are empty . No options were given. Had to check in at another hotel? Place is old and run down. Found used coffee pod in the coffee maker so I know it wasn’t cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Trent

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Same owner over multiple properties. Had to go next door hotel to check in/see front desk. Also have to go to the next door property to use a (run down, ugly, plants growing inside) pool. Property is not cared for in a professional manner. Seems short staffed and abandoned. The front desk did let us know we get into two local 'waterparks' with our stay. I took my kids to both, both were run down, broken down water slides, and excessive mold and smells. Do not recommend staying unless you have very very low expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

PAVAN BABU

Travelled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brenda

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not like the hotel we had bugs in our room. The room was stinky, they advertised a pool and got on their website, but the didn't have neither one. I got bit but a spider in the room the water in the shower was cold it wouldn't get hot. I will not be staying there again I do not recommend this hotel to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn M

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty broken beds. Room never cleaned. No front desk had to go to next property. No pool had to go next door. Totally misrepresented would never go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tom

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was one of the worst places I have stayed in a long time. I travel a bunch. This place was embarrassing. If my wife was with she would have never stayed. Everything was old and there were spiders. I should have done more research and had no idea.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Angelica

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Motel is out of date and old. Needs some old for sure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Rose

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked and paid for an upgrade room. At check in what was provided was a standard (smaller) room. The wifi at the property is non-functional. The office is not operational and the registration process occurs at an adjacent property. Won't be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I think the outdatedness made it feel less clean. Heat worked great. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Koral

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay to save money on your trip. clean is all I cared about, and it was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was ..meh? Didnt pay much so didnt expect too much. Deodorizer in room was too strong. Towels seemed dollar store...little rough. Took forever to get warm water for shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kimberly, Shelbyville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Close to ferry and all the shops and restaurants. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Teal

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do not stay at this hotel. There were black widow nests in the room and dead bugs. I’ve tried to get a refund but have been ignored by management. It was uninhabitable and a health concern.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Christin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s hard to write a review , as when we arrived to the property .. it was closed . They sent us to a different hotel . Was bummed that the new place didn’t have a hot tub . Pool was very dirty . I guess you get what you pay for so I wasn’t that disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet clean. Pleasant stay. Reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Reservation was for Great Lakes was told to go to another motel. Got to room no microwave as was listed on part of room I reserved plus had no hot tub as was listed was switched to a upgraded room which had microwave Couldn’t use shower because handle was broke
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Andre

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024