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Riviera Motel

2.5 star property
Beachfront motel near Lake Michigan

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On the beach
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Patio or Balcony, Lake View | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Corner | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Corner | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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520 North Huron Ave., Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Colonial Michilimackinac Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View, Ground Floor | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Lake View, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Ground Floor | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Ground Floor

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Ground Floor | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Ground Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Patio or Balcony, Lake View

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Patio or Balcony, Lake View | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Patio or Balcony, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Corner

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Corner | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Park View, Corner

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

On the beach.You'll be steps from Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse and a 5-minute walk from Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park. Lake Huron and Colonial Michilimackinac Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Colonial Michilimackinac Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Riviera Motel

Beachfront motel near Lake Michigan
As a guest of Riviera Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Smoking in designated areas
Riviera Motel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This Mackinaw City motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 27 and May 1.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Riviera Motel Mackinaw City
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Riviera Motel to the airport?

Riviera Motel is 11.3 mi (31-min drive) away from the Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Riviera Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Riviera Motel.

How close is Riviera Motel to the beach?

This motel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Riviera Motel offer free breakfast?

Riviera Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riviera Motel?

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

What time is check-in at Riviera Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Riviera Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Riviera Motel have a pool?

Riviera Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10 PM.

Does Riviera Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Riviera Motel to downtown Mackinaw City?

Riviera Motel is 0.3 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Riviera Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 557 out of 842 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 842 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 842 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 842 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 842 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne, BROOKLYN

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed at The Riveria before, and came back for the obvious reasons…..location! Clean! And price! It’s our # 1 choice when going to Mackinaw City.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very clean and very well appointed. The best part is the view of the bridge and Lake Huron. We got a Lakeview room, and we're very happy with it, But the rooms on the end have a big picture window looking straight on at the lake and the bridge. I wish I had known about them with rented one of those.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ralph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk clerk was very nice. He gave us helpful information. We came in late and he was informative. The man in the morning was also very helpful. The room was clean and seeing the bridge from our room was beautiful. However the bed was not very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bell

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is comfortable, the scenery is beautiful, and the environment is very quiet. Dining is convenient, and it’s nice to take a walk around. If you’re lucky, you can even see the northern lights. A wonderful motel overall.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, friendly staff, ease of check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and nicely decorated. Bathroom was a little small. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view! And clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place really needs a rehab
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! 1st time here. I would come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning view of the bridge with a wonderful walkway along the lake. Benches to view as well. Lighthouse property next door adds to this. The property is dated however kept up well. Our favorite in a trip of seven hotels. Pool would add in the warm days.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
small rooms, dated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place staff very friendly and helpful beachfront Property view of the Mackinac Bridge. I will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Riviera has cute and cozy rooms that reflect the up north theme and are very clean. The Mackinaw Bridge view was beautiful andthe pool area was well maintained. The lobby was comfortable and the host was very pleasant and accommodating. I highly recommend The Riviera.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

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

6/10 Okay

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No clock and to many little steps
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this motel. Staff is so kind and rooms are clean and inviting
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Any

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room door wouldn’t open or close needed them to try to get it open twice. Stairs unsafe and railing is old and unstable. I was disappointed with the conditions of this hotel. A employee or owner had a mustang he was braking multiple times in front of the building.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A hidden gem. Remarkable and unique motel with the best view in Mackinaw City. Rooms are decorated in charming bear theme and have everything you need. The mini fridge is big and even has a good size freezer to put ice packs in. My only complaint is that the sink doesn’t have any room to put toiletries or my flat iron.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Jody

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

Great location, outdoor pool

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

bhagath

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025