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Riviera Motel

2.5 star property
Beachfront motel near Lake Michigan

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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
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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 | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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520 North Huron Ave., Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • 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
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 6 min drive - 3.2 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

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
Riviera Mackinaw City
Riviera Motel Motel
Riviera Motel Mackinaw City
Riviera Motel Motel Mackinaw City

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.

Reviews

Riviera Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 557 out of 841 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 841 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 841 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 841 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 841 reviews

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

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

4/10 Poor

VishalKumar

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

8/10 Good

Mark, Fort Lupton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice bridge view and right at the park and lighthouse. Walk to downtown and nearby restaurants. The room was clean but very cramped but for one night it was fine. Parking can be tight at times. Nothing to write home about but nothing to get concerned about either.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient to downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and inviting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old motel but beautiful view of the bridge and the Straits of Mackinac. Hotel is small but right on the beach. Good restaurants nearby and away from downtown shopping. Near the ferry to the island. Chairs on the pool deck were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute, cozy, and clean property with excellent views of the bridge! And a great outdoor pool. Our family loved this little gem! We will definitely be back in the future.
View from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

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

Booking here again next time

First time staying in Mackinaw City, will definitely book the Riviera again. Great view, clean rooms, little small but perfect for a place to sleep. Slept two adults one child for our over night stay. The pool is heated and has a great view of the bridge. Also BC pizza delivers to the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

8/10 Good

Craig

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing! The room and pool was very clean. Parking was convenient and close to the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Holt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds clean room. Could use a closet but made due. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charis

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Wonderful place to stay! Great location. We will be coming back to stay here for years to come!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was very easy and clerk was accommodating and polite. Shuttle to ferry dock provided. Room was spacious with plenty of lighting. The mini fridge was nice! Kids really enjoyed the outdoor pool (it's nice and warm) with a beautiful view of the bridge. The room was very clean. The only suggestion I'd have is that the bathroom could use some shelving to place things like a vanity bag, etc. There was no where to hang the hand towel b/c the towel rod was full with bath towels. Great overall!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, Troy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Roberta

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

Good but Cozy Family Stay

Overall, this motel was a solid 8-9/10. The room was small/cozy. The "lake view" was a bit of a stretch based on the back window or out the front door. My kids did appreciate the heated pool, but opening at 11 seemed strange.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very clean

Friendly staff, quick and simple check in and check out, very clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, traverse city

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025