Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

2.0 star property
Beachfront, with indoor pool

Photo gallery for Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

Lake view
Mini-fridge
2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 bedrooms, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Children’s area

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1009 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Edgewater Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lakeside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 King Beds

Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Basic Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

Royal Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

Signature Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

Superior Cabin

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Futon

About the area

Mackinaw City

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City places you in the centre of Mackinaw City, steps from Edgewater Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Lake Huron. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include an indoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This beach hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a picnic area. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Mackinaw City hotel, you'll be 5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Lake Michigan.

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 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

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City

Beachfront, with indoor pool
As a guest of Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City, you'll find an indoor pool, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room. Public spaces have free WiFi. Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City also features tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and express check-in. Self parking is free.

This Mackinaw City hotel is smoke free.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Mackinaw City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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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

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

More

  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals 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

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 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

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; cash is not accepted
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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Yep, Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Yep, Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City is on Edgewater Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Does Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City have a pool?

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City has an indoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

No, Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Waterfront Inn - Mackinaw City Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 206 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 215 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 277 out of 1002 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Ann I

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs updating. Grounds not kept up. Shower dripped all night. No bkft but coffee as offered. Not worth money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

GREG, DEWITT

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were so many problems with the room, unclean sheets, unclean pillows. The toilet worked 50% of the time less than half the outlets worked cleaned and stained and hairy towels. They attempted to give us the wrong room so that delayed our check-in till 530. The exterior door had been broken into had a damaged and broken door jam. There were two small screws, holding the broken mess together. The shower was so dirty. My wife did not want to use it as a shower. The showerhead was the worst along with the bathroom vent that had about an inch of debris over the intake. So we ended up looking somewhere else because we felt unsafe unclean and taken advantage of all the problems that we found would have taken a long time to fix and since the check-in was delayed, we didn’t feel like waiting or trying a third room. We spoke with management and they said that no refund was available to them to get to us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Traci R

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Angelita

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Need to fix door to ensure safety.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Brett

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shellby

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room clean comfortable beds and a beautiful waterfront view right from my bed friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adrienne

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

We’d stay again

We had a nice. Waterford room on the third floor. The view was amazing. The gentleman that checked us in was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marty

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
rooms were clean, beachfront had trash here and there
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

israel

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

Deceitful

Hotels.com lied to us. Deceived us. Very deceptive practices. We didn't end up staying because we refused to stay in a junkyard. We did not get a lakeview cabin as promised instead we were shown a cabin amongst junk and filth. I disputed the charge with American Express and plan to file a complaint with the better business bereau.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joe

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Rooms need to be cleaned out more often. We had to

There was no food options available,drove into town to eat every day. Bed comfort was okay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
RIGHT on the lake. Literally stepped from our balcony onto the sand beach, then another 20 yards to the lake. Nothing fancy, but didnt pay for anything fancy. Clean, relatively updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Terrible experience

I was VERY disappointed in the overall stay at Waterfront Inn. The room was sticky, window air-conditioning was loud, spider webs in all corners, stained sheets, light in the bathroom didn't work. They put a lamp in there to see. The room smelled weird and parking was also terrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Christina

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds didn’t have fitted sheets. Most outlets didn’t work. 1 that did work had a broken cover. Lights didn’t work. Shower had two holes. 1 hole had tape over it. The exhaust fan was filthy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lesa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
It was ok for a last minute over night stay. Was very out dated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dixie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It room was not clean. Couldn't enjoy the pool cause it was dirty.
Dirty pool
Dirty pool
Dirty pool
Court yard view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ulfa, Ironton

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ajit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Dan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

EUGENIJUS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Picture is incorrect -we get room in motel facility, advertised picture is only for 3 houses rest is motel, not nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On the web site when u order, u see a picture of cabins and inside pictures are also of cabins. In reality it is motel with completely different looking rooms interior and just 3 cabins on the beach. Motel rooms are dirty and disgusting. Carpels smells horrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025