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Clarion Hotel Mackinaw City Beachfront

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Courtyard View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Free daily continental breakfast
Lake view
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Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool

Explore the area

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905 S Huron St, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

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

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.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron. Also, Edgewater Beach 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 City Dock - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 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

Beachfront hotel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
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

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. 217 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 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

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

Gordon

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

4/10 Poor

Animesh

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You will get what you paid for

The room was very bad and in worst condition. The AC was running the whole night but still the temperature only went from 75 to 73… the breakfast area was ok, not a lot of options to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

The location of the room was great. It had a small balcony overlooking the beach and water. It was a nice sized room. The worst part of my stay was the mildew/mold smell of the room. It seemed to be better when the balcony door was left open. Carpeting might not be the best choice for a hotel by the beach. Some updating could be done. The continental breakfast was not great. There were very few choices, especially anything healthy. I went out for breakfast the last 2 days of my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jade

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arrive to check-in at 3:15. Was told that my room would be ready in about 30 minutes. Okay no problem- i knew i was early. I came back in 30 minutes (at 3:45, which is only 15 minutes prior to check in time) and the front desk employee began to get extremely rude with me, telling me that my room might not be ready at 4, and i may have to wait even later, when I asked questions about What time the room would be ready? He got increasingly rude and told me that I would need to come back and it may not be ready at 4. It was so disarming it felt like they didn't even have the room I reserved. when I came back at 4, the same rude employee had keys waiting for me. I asked the employee what time breakfast was and instead of simply answering me, he rudely stated i could read the information on the keys. So I i went to my room, and lo and behold, there were two people ALREADY IN THE ROOM ! They were fortunately very kind, but expressed that their room was extremely dirty at check in and the employee had also been super rude to them when they had checked in. When i went back to the front desk, the employee again was very rude and refused to apologize /offer anything to make up for the fact he had sent me into someone else room. I asked for him to write down a request for management to call me. He ignored my request and refused to write down for his manager to call me. I got new keys and went to the room, which yes, was filthy and had dirt/black/mold marks all over the walls
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Traveled with family
Breakfast had limited options Beds are not comfy Pillows not comfy Cant use apps on tv AC was unbelievably loud
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michele and Duane

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property is old, mold everywhere, spiders are huge in my room. Windows are filthy screens are torn. Floor in and around bathroom filthy.
Cobb webs
Moldy track
Moldy track smells bad I feel sick and don’t know if I can make it Thur the night
Dirty floors I had to clean with my wipes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Trash all over the ground, seagulls everywhere, pool didn't look good, housekeeping never came to our room, breakfast was decent. Easy walking distance to Arnold's Transport ferry. I wouldn't stay here again, but it was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Leticia

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Bellevue

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grandkids enjoyed the beachfront and the sandy beach. They were able to walk out into the water with no rocks and shallow water.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Sherry, Superior

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very good location. Our room was very old and run down from the walls to the floors to the furniture. Very unpleasant smell when we walked in. For the price we paid it was a big disappointment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beds were uncomfortable. Needing renovations. Door did not shut tight. Run down.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kayla

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was NOT worth the money! Beds are uncomfortable!! One was broken. TV barely worked. Remote would move down two channels then freeze! Told the office and they mumbled under their breath. My stay was 4 nights and had to ask for someone to change our sheets. Got attitude when I did. They didn't even clean the room. They left sheets and towelsels on the bed for us to do! Beach had broken chairs and a big pipeline going into the water.. Dont know why. Breakfast was a mess! No one refilling the food, trash over filling, barely any choices! Plus trash in the hall ways! My friend had her door lock broken off! Went to use the water park and they picked what waterparknee are going to instead of asking us what we wanted! Not worth the money at all!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was great and the lobby looked nice. The room however is dated and has a weird smell to it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Happy with our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in king suite with hot tub. Room was clean. Hot tub was clean including jets. Front desk was friendly. Over all stay was good for the price. We didn't swim in pool (water was too cold) or go in spa area. Beach area was alright nice and sandy. Was a close walk to the ferry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nguyen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
I like it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

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

So so...

Bed not very comfortable and black mold on ceiling in bathroom. Nice folks. Pool shady on cleanliness and did not utilize.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Hanadi

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was nice and helpful But the room was dirty and the carpet needs to be changed Also breakfast is poor
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

VIJAY NARAYANAN

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

6/10 Okay

Jason, Iron River

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Got there to find our room was in the basment, $360 for a basement room? Our beach view was half underground and the ledge and ground were littered with cigarette butts and a beach chair with old towels. Full bags of garbage were all over the outside of the building leading into our room. The room smelled strange and when we used the hot tub, which had patched cracks all over it, after draining it it was full of some brown dirt? Sand? Mold? Not sure if it came out of the jets or the faucet or what. No it wasnt from us we didnt even use the beach. I could see this at a $50 no-tell motel but when I'm paying almost $400 for a night I expect a bit more.
Mystery substance in hot tub.
Hole in screen door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025