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Riviera Motel

Property class: 2.5

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A coastal view with a bridge, grassy areas, and a pathway leading to the beach.
An aerial view of a hotel with a swimming pool, parking lot, and adjacent beach.
A pool area with white chairs and a view of a bridge in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a door, and a window with a view of the sea.
A view through a window of a beach with trees and a clear sky.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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520 North Huron Ave., Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View, Ground Floor

A hotel room with two beds, each with a plaid deer-themed bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Ground Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a shower area, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a shower area.

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Corner

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Corner

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Mackinaw City

At Riviera Motel you'll be steps from Lake Huron and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Lake Michigan. Highlights at this beach motel include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Mackinaw City motel include Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Headlands International Dark Sky Park.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬9 min drive
  • Driftwood Restaurant & Sportsbar
  • ‪Fox's Pizza Den - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Riviera Motel

As a guest of Riviera Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
Riviera Motel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This Mackinaw City motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 27 October and 1 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riviera Motel?

Riviera Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Riviera Motel?

Yep, Riviera Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Riviera Motel?

The closest beach to Riviera Motel is Edgewater Beach (2 km).

Does Riviera Motel have a pool?

Riviera Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riviera Motel?

No, Riviera Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riviera Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Riviera Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Riviera Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 600 out of 901 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 901 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 901 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 901 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 901 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Sure nice beautiful view will love to stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Weiqing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, friendly staff, ease of check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this motel. Staff is so kind and rooms are clean and inviting
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful place to stay! Great location. We will be coming back to stay here for years to come!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We try to stay here every year when we are traveling the northern part of Michigan. I would highly recommend this motel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location at reasonable rates and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place for a weekend visit
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Excellent accommodations!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel, great views of the bridge, Nice little pool, quite part of town on the banks of lake Michigan, Great base to explore the area and visit the pretty British town on Mackinaw Island - Greta stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient to downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, and quiet property. Charming hotel and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara

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

Great stay

We have stayed here for several years and it has been a standard for our trips up north.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dorcas

Liked: Cleanliness
Older motel; excellent attentive staff. Excellent location, views astonishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute motel with wonderful view of The Bridge ! Clean rooms comfy bed ! Loved being closed to The park and lighthouse !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location with fabulous views!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Best place to stay in Mackinaw City! Location is superb!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a bad little place. Just far enough from town and great view of bridge
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location and view from the back of the property Easy check-in Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Right by the bridge excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, clise to Mackinaw Bridge, rates very reasonable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property, friendly, clean place. Location is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is set in a beautiful area of Mackinaw City. The rooms were very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025