Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Mackinaw City hotel

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Courtyard View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Courtyard View

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Balcony, Lake Front

  • 150 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hot Tub

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed, Balcony, Lake Front

  • 150 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 325 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Lake Front

  • 325 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Lake Front

  • 400 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

On the beach.You'll be steps from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and a 5-minute walk from Edgewater Beach. Also, Lake Huron is within half a mile (1 km) and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Mackinaw City hotel
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront like an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Self parking is free.

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

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront offers 115 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Mackinaw City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle shuttle
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • 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: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and May 1.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront to the airport?

Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront is 15.6 mi (20-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront.

How close is Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront offer free breakfast?

Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront?

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

What time is check-in at Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront?

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

Is there free parking at Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront have a pool?

Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront features an indoor pool and outdoor pool access.

Does Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront to downtown Mackinaw City?

Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront is 0.8 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Reviews

Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront Reviews

6.6

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 239 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 161 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 132 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

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

WEEKEND TRIP

The staff was excellent. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

jianghui

Dirty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wade

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nancy

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We got a room with a jacuzzi and it didn't work and didn't realize it until 6:45 am on Labor Day. I called the front desk to ask how to turn it on and they gave me a few options which didn't work so they said they would call maintenance and call me back. About 15 minutes later, I called them again to ask what they found out and was told they will have maintenance stop to look at it. Unfortunately, I needed to get ready to pick up my family at the Mackinaw Bridge and didn't have enough time to enjoy the jacuzzi. When I asked for a refund for just the difference between a regular 2 queen room (which is what I was originally going to get) and the room with the jacuzzi, I was told no because I refused help from maintenance. At that point, it was too late.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Farzad

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Venkatesh

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wonder how this hotel has got 3 star ratings when the building was way poor in cleaning and the whole room was totally smelly like a weed smell. There were cob webs and room was smelly at all time. There is no provision for setting the room temperature also. It’s totally not recommendable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was the best. I highly recommend staying and will again if I ever have the chance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The room was as clean as it could possibly be. The decor is dated . The mattress needs to be turned, as there is a dent from normal usage. Despite the few appearance issues, we will continue to use this hotel as our vacation spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeevan

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

6/10 Okay

Hasan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Carpet in the room was old and dirty AC needs to be replaced.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
It was quiet and the beach area was great. the room we had the carpet needs replaced the area by the bed to the bath area is not good I step on it and it had a sharp spot. also the ac unit was really loud we walk around and we didn't hear other units. we would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

April

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

It's great location, but needs a deep clean.

It's decent for the cost. The rooms really need a deep clean. The large trash cans in hallways, stairways, lower level outside by the elevator were always overflowing. We stayed for 3 days. Maybe they are short on workers.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Look elsewhere

Not a great first impression— outside of door is worn, chipped and in poor condition; the inside seems worse! Carpet to bath is torn down to padding and tack strip; dust around cords and baseboards is thick; no nightstand outlets; bathroom light/fan fixture is open and fan is quite loud; bathroom smells of urine. I would not recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Craig

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

Clarion hotel Mackinaw City

Check in was supposed to be at 4pm,we arrived at 4:10 and still had a 15 minute wait Room was on second floor,no elevator and I have neuropathy with little or no balance. Breakfast room also on 2nd floor with the elevator in this building at very end of the floor from the breakfast room,no hot eggs of any sort. No elliptical machine in what they passed off as an exercise room,2nd night the entrance to the "exercise room" was blocked by a truck with a huge trailer. Bed not comfortable etc etc, won't stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ok but would pick a different place.

Room is small but clean. Pool is freezing. Beach has a lot of goose poop and beach towles like someone had a party and it needs to be cleaned up. You can hear everything outside of your room. The motorcycle, people talking seagulls.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melisa

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would rather sleep in my car than stay here. Had 1st level beachfront room.walked in room to check it out first. Sliding door lock completely broken. Front desk called maintenance. As we stood in room waiting for him(never came) 30 minutes later. We noticed on all the walls streaks of black trails…. Either bed bug and or cockroach infestation. Pulled back the sheet on bed to find stains & black specks on sheets. Literally started dry heaving. Thank god we looked in the room 1st before bringing in our luggage. Ashley the “manager” is an absolute coward! Would not refund us nor would she or any staff go look at the condition of the room. She would not even come out & face me. Her staff called her & yet she answered & then kept telling me “she’s on another call” she’ll call back to “talk to me” about her refusal to refund me. She offered another room. Are you serious???? Absolutely filthy disgusting room and another one would be better??? I arrived 1 1/2 before check in & room wasn’t ready.. no worries… went back at 4 check in time coward Ashley nowhere to be found! Imagine that… she had her other 2 employees working the front desk. She’s dirty just like the facility she runs!!!! Full well knowing there’s going to be complaints from customers. STAY AWAY !!! Unless you want to bring home an infestation of bed bugs and cockroaches.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms was filthy and the beach was a mess
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

8/10 Good

Oleksandr

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

jackie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Melany

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I appreciated the kindness of the staff- they were great. The facilities and grounds have been neglected and are simply in disrepair. Rooms are surface cleaned only. The carpets are dirty. Our coffee maker- which was located in the bathroom- had standing water in it the tank, upon our arrival and it was slimy inside the tank. Needless to say I went out for coffee. The pool was not clear, and looked unclean. I complained to the manager- who was professionally rude and clearly did not care to listen to my concerns. The only benefit was the beach nearby. At the end of the day we were happy to have a place to lay our heads- but I wouldn’t stay here again nor can I recommend it to anyone. The price we paid was moderate to high- for our family- and the hotel quality did not match its price in any way.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The lobby staff was wonderful. Very disappointed in the condition of the property, lots of trash. The room was very outdated. Hallways were littered. Didn't touch the ice machine. Price wise you get what you pay for. The parking lot was full. Probably will choose something else next time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

vacation

this was a stay on our way to the upper peninsula,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025