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Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

2.5 star property
Beach hotel near Lake Michigan

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Balcony view
Indoor pool
Exterior
Interior entrance
Lobby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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505 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Bridge Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Courtyard Area

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Courtyard Area

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible, Poolside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible, Poolside (with Sofabed)

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 477 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds

Courtyard King Room with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2

Courtyard Four Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 9

Lake Front Two Queen Room with Sofabed

  • Sleeps 6

Poolside Mobility Accessible Four Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 9

Poolside Mobility Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Lake Front Three Queen Suite with Sofabed

  • Sleeps 8

Lake Front Three Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Lake Front Two Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 6

View all photos for Lake Front King Room

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Lake Front King Room

  • Sleeps 4

Lake Front King Room with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2

Lake Front Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Communication Accessible, Bathtub, Pool Side, Wifi, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Courtyard Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Courtyard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

In Mackinaw City .Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Lake Huron. Mackinaw Crossings and Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw Crossings - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

Beach hotel near Lake Michigan
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This Mackinaw City hotel is smoke free.

  • 114 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Property 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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn to the airport?

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is 11.8 mi (32-min drive) away from the Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn.

How close is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Edgewater Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offer free breakfast?

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have a pool?

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn features an indoor pool and outdoor pool access.

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn to downtown Mackinaw City?

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is 0.3 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 1187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1187 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

michael

Traveled with partner
The girl at the check in counter could have been a little bit more friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mihai

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just to sleep, it’s ok. Otherwise don’t expect much.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marian

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

Nice stay

It was a good day. Rayna was the housekeeper and did a good job. Everything was good especially the breakfast variety. Hotel clise to shops too and boating dock to island.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all fine but breakfast not good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and clean property. We stay at this hotel every year when we come for our anniversary!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Price was nice, so was the view. Bathroom needs updating but wasn’t horrible. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very good. Breakfast above average. Great Lake view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

kirsten

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Definitely older rooms but it was clean. Bring your own pillows, the pillows where all horrible in our room. Breakfast was simple - eggs, pancakes ect. However the women working there was horrible. Extremely rude to every person. Front desk staff was great at check in, pool is great. Close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JONATHAN, Minot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very nice bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lakefront room with a balcony was great! We also loved the classic look of the room and the wooden beds/furniture.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rum was great, staff was friendly. Enjoyed the hot tub..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

trisha

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was nice. Hotel was a bit noisy. Did not see a free breakfast. Parking lot was very crowded.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daydrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Clean. No view of the bridge however. Close to lots of restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Korrie

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

Good experience over all

Stay was great, room was clean. Had little interaction with the staff, but they were helpful when I did. The only complaint was that the full sized bottles of shampoo and body wash that were hanging in the shower were empty. I had to get out wet and go out of the bathroom to get the little sample bottles
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great loxation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All was good!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful lake view with balcony, convenient location and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James, Dunbar

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

JESUSA O

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything is good👍except breakfast choices for meat should be different daily especially when staying for couple days🙂also our VIP access booking for free tour was not received! disappointed😬
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025