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Great Lakes Inn

2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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Reception
Property entrance
1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
150 Old U.S. 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Balcony

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Balcony

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Accessible Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted tub

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Accessible Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted tub

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds Pet Friendly

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds Pet Friendly

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed Pet Friendly

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed Pet Friendly

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Handicap Accessible Double bed Jetted tub

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Handicap Accessible Double bed Jetted tub

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bund Bed, Balcony

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

In Mackinaw City .Within a 10-minute walk of this Mackinaw City motel, you'll find Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Mackinaw Crossings and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬14 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.

Languages

English, German, Romanian

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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

  • Bedsheets 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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 18 2025 to June 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool

Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.

During renovations, the motel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

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

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 12 mi (32-min drive) away from the Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Lakes Inn?

As of Jun 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Lakes Inn on Jul 1, 2025 start from $107.62, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Great Lakes Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Great Lakes Inn.

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 (16-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. The property will be renovating the pool from June 18 2025 to June 30 2025 (completion date subject to change).

Does Great Lakes Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

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 0.7 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Great Lakes Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 860 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 860 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 860 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 157 out of 860 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 137 out of 860 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I think the outdatedness made it feel less clean. Heat worked great. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Koral

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay to save money on your trip. clean is all I cared about, and it was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was ..meh? Didnt pay much so didnt expect too much. Deodorizer in room was too strong. Towels seemed dollar store...little rough. Took forever to get warm water for shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kimberly, Shelbyville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Close to ferry and all the shops and restaurants. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Teal

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do not stay at this hotel. There were black widow nests in the room and dead bugs. I’ve tried to get a refund but have been ignored by management. It was uninhabitable and a health concern.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Christin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s hard to write a review , as when we arrived to the property .. it was closed . They sent us to a different hotel . Was bummed that the new place didn’t have a hot tub . Pool was very dirty . I guess you get what you pay for so I wasn’t that disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet clean. Pleasant stay. Reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Reservation was for Great Lakes was told to go to another motel. Got to room no microwave as was listed on part of room I reserved plus had no hot tub as was listed was switched to a upgraded room which had microwave Couldn’t use shower because handle was broke
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Andre

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Bob

Traveled with family
Warm water..not hot. Breakfast was at another motel down the road. Juice machine was not working. Milk and yogurt fridge was not even cool. Room was clean. Ac worked well. I got what I paid for but won't go back .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

larry

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
room did not meet expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hazel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Russell

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas

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

One night

We were there just for one night, before going out to Mackinac Island. Very satisfied with the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sweetallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little spot, walking distance to casino easy drive to downtown Mackinaw city
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Aditya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good quiet place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Kathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The charge for the room was to much compared to the poor quality of the facilities. The shower mat was dirty, we had a half a pot of coffee in the coffee pot when we arrived and they didn’t even make up the room on our second day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Liz

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was at another hotel 3 hotels down but said on website provided?? Pool not open outside and indoor was dirty and chairs broken
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Terrible water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024