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Great Lakes Inn

Property class: 2
Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view.
A room with two chairs, a table, and a window with curtains.
A two-story building with a covered parking area and a large window on the second floor.
A motel with a central corridor and individual rooms on either side.
A swimming pool with a covered area, surrounded by a white fence and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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150 Old U.S. 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Edgewater Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bund Bed, Balcony

  • 520 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and framed artwork on the walls.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Accessible Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted tub

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view.

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Balcony

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and framed artwork on the walls.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and framed artwork on the walls.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and framed artwork on the walls.

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed Pet Friendly

  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and framed artwork on the walls.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a lamp, and framed artwork on the walls.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds Pet Friendly

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view.

Handicap Accessible Double bed Jetted tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

In Mackinaw City .Your stay at this Mackinaw City motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Edgewater Beach and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Also, Lake Huron is within half a mile (1 km) and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Great Lakes Inn

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan
There's a restaurant on site. Great Lakes Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Great Lakes Inn. Self parking is free.

This Mackinaw City motel is smoke free.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Great Lakes Inn offers 46 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Parking and transportation

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • 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: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 3 for credit card payments
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 following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 31 to May 1:
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking area
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 3

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
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, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Great Lakes Inn
Great Lakes Inn Mackinaw City
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Great Lakes Inn Motel
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Great Lakes Inn Motel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Great Lakes Inn to the airport?

Great Lakes Inn is 15.5 mi (19-min drive) away from the Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Great Lakes Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Great Lakes Inn.

How close is Great Lakes Inn to the beach?

This motel is a short 5-minute walk from Edgewater Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Great Lakes Inn offer free breakfast?

Great Lakes Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Great Lakes Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Great Lakes Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Great Lakes Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Great Lakes Inn have a pool?

Great Lakes Inn features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. One of the pools is closed seasonally each year from October 31 to May 1.

Does Great Lakes Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. One of the dining venues will be closed seasonally each year from October 31 to May 1.

Does Great Lakes Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Great Lakes Inn to downtown Mackinaw City?

Great Lakes Inn is 0.8 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Great Lakes Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 237 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 189 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 181 out of 1006 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The inn is in a good location. Close to downtown, the bridge, and ferry.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wish the hot tub was filled would have been nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Office is next door hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
The property was clean but could do better, cable didn't work, shower was a little hard to understand how to turn water off parking was good, pool could use some work. Room was ok it had a few areas need to be worked on.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was amazing but room can use some updates.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what I needed for this trip. I was in need of a clean, quiet and basic motel room. This hit all the buttons and was perfect. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were nice. It’s good they have 24hr check in. You have to check in at Thunderbird which is the motel/inn next to it but it’s just right beside the property. Good for the price especially if you would be put most of the day. Close to the port which is very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Toilet was broken so we had to keep the tank lid off and fish for the chain and the floor was a little grimy. Worked for the purpose, place to shower and sleep while we were in town. Price wasnt bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were nice, especially the front desk manager. The bedroom was okay, not modern at all. Air conditioning worked sometimes. Close to downtown, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs a lot of updating. Safety- bathtub so slick, someone will fall and get hurt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was filthy and we had to get our own bedding as all the bedding was dirty too. It was awful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was recently purchased by the owners of the other hotels in immediate vicinity, and it was in the process of being repainted and renovated. The room we stayed in was pretty clean and had what we needed, but it was definitely outdated. I know they are in the process of doing that. Unfortunately, due to the renovations, they did not offer breakfast, but they did give us buy one get one free coupons for a local restaurant. We were satisfied with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The WiFi signal was so weak, my phone just used 5G the entire time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Misleading the pictures does not match that hotel and wifi was not working
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean and comfortable. Great place to stay at a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traveled with friends, they had a roach in their room. We had stains on our sheets. Very old and not kept up. Staff was friendly and helpful and moved us to a different property since they couldn’t refund our money. Price was good but wouldn’t ever try to stay here again. The Thunderbird Inn which is next door and run by the same people was much better and that’s where they moved us to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are great for an overnight stay and not planning to stay in the room other than to sleep. Although outdated, the room was clean, the sheets smelled clean, no evidence of pests ( bed bugs, roaches, mice ) so that was good. Half the outlets in the room did not work though. The exterior was kinda yuck, the outside pool was definitely not in working condition. I assume the row of motels was owned by the same person, because the other properties’ pools were open for us to use. Overall it was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were initially concerned after reading several negative Google reviews and had certain expectations about the service. However, we were pleasantly surprised by our experience. The rooms were neat, clean, and well-equipped with amenities, and the overall service was good. Great job by the team.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Make sure you book by day. There’s no phones in the room so you have to walk to the lobby. Staff is very sassy and if you book and something comes up don’t bother asking for a refund because even though it is not posted anywhere you have to give a 72 hour notice or you don’t get your money back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Disliked: Amenities
The check in area/staff is common for few hotels together, thunderbird, Great lakes and Budget Inn, I believe. For multi-night stay, the room service was on demand only. Good - In small room, they made a small refrigerator, microwave, iron fit in. Not so good - Toilets, Horrible TV size, maybe 21" Monitor or so, Bad - Pools were not thoroughly cleaned, just okay. Also this is nothing negative but there is no breakfast option. But if this place is booked for primarily a place holder / sleep over to go to Macinac Island, then its okay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities
The toilet was too small and inconvenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service
Not very willing to help with my circumstances. I booked this hotel and on my way up. We endured a flat tire called the hotel to let them know. I wasn't, i'm gonna be able to make it.And they kept all the money for the night. I even played for the insurance. In case I couldn't make it but I understand I wasn't there before check in time. 3pm called at 5:20pm. I wasn't expecting the full amount back, but they could have worked with me. And gave me back at least half my money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean place needs coffee and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My door didn't shut went down talked to the office and they put me in another room and the upgraded me
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is disgusting! Absolutely foul, there is black mold behind peeling wallpaper, room smelt of mildew and mold, wifi didnt work, the pool wasnt up and the pool they sent us to the paint was peeling and sticking to us. I will never stay here again. Leighios disappoint once again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

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