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4.7 out of 5

"The rooms have a fantastic view of the Mackinaw bridge and Mackinaw City. Very nice beach with camp fire at night. " More

By a verified traveler on Sun 10 Sep 2023

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Hotel Description

3.5-star beachfront motel near Lake Huron

On the beach

At this Mackinaw City motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Huron and 3 miles (5 km) of Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse. Headlands International Dark Sky Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and Wilderness State Park is within 9 miles (15 km).

Private beach, indoor pool

A private beach and an indoor pool are featured at this smoke-free motel. Enjoy the spa tub and free perks like buffet breakfast and free self parking. Free WiFi in public areas, a picnic area, and barbecue grills are also on offer.

Queen Non-Lakefront

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$79* Per night/room Oct 16 - Oct 17

2 Queen Sofa Bed Lakefront, Balcony

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

2 Queen Non-Lakefront

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

King Suite with Kitchen and Sofa Bed, Balcony

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

King/Single Lakefront, Balcony

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

King Lakefront, Balcony

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Clearwater Lakeshore Motel ratings based on 22 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Clearwater Lakeshore Motel

Everyone (10) Couples (3) Family (7)
5 out of 5
The rooms have a fantastic view of the Mackinaw bridge and Mackinaw City. Very nice beach with camp fire at night.

Posted by on Sep 10, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 16, 2023 by CAB

Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate your feedback and look forward in seeing you again soon.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 23, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 12, 2023 by CAB

Thank you for staying with us and sharing your review. We appreciate your feedback and look forward in seeing you again soon.

5 out of 5
This property is a gem. It was incredibly well kept. All of the staff was kind, happy, and accommodating. The breakfast was one of the best free hotel breakfasts I've ever had, and the firepits with complimentary smore kits was the sweetest gesture I've seen at a place of lodging, yet. 10/10 would recommend and I will be returning.

Posted by , from Adrian on Jun 26, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 26, 2023 by CAB

Thank you so much for sharing how you had a great time staying with us. We are happy that we exceeded your expectations and more. We appreciate your feedback and look forward in seeing you again soon.

5 out of 5
Great location and friendly staff. Bathtub stopper in room didn’t work/needed repair

Posted by , from EAST LANSING on May 31, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 31, 2023 by CAB

Thank you for staying with us and for sharing your experience. We are regretably sorry that the stopper for the tub wasn't working while you were here. Our sincere apologies.

5 out of 5
Very clean rooms, friendly service!

Posted by on May 22, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 23, 2023 by Cordi

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are thrilled to know you had a wondeful time. We appreciate your feedback

4 out of 5

Posted by on May 20, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 21, 2023 by Cordi

Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate your feedback

4 out of 5
Staff was very pleasant and the view was fantastic. The only down side was the toilet seat was loose and the drain in the tub was improperly installed as that you had to manually hold down the drain lever to drain out the tub after your shower. A nuisance, but that won't stop us from returning next year.

Posted by on Oct 15, 2022

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5 out of 5
Rooms were clean and spacious. Beach view was fabulous. The staff was super. The campfire and s'mores were over the top!!! Great place and would definitely stay again.

Posted by , from Mt Vernon on Sep 20, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 18, 2022

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5 out of 5
fire rings on the beach, beautiful view of the bridge. only downer. outside of window was covered with bugs and cobwebs. Rm606 second floor room and i guess had to clean.

Posted by on Aug 27, 2022

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About the Clearwater Lakeshore Motel

Location 11380 U.S. 23, Mackinaw City, MI 49701

Property Features

Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Clearwater Lakeshore Motel like an indoor pool and a spa tub. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available. This 3.5-star Mackinaw City motel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1990
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • On private beach
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Clearwater Lakeshore Motel offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Separate bedroom
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning

Food & Drink

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Nearby Activities

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 11:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 11:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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 smoke detector

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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast.

  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • No gap period between guest stays

Hotel Names

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You should know

  • 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.