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Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

2.5 star property
Beach hotel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Balcony view
Lobby sitting area
Interior entrance
Exterior
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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505 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Bridge Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Courtyard Area

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Courtyard Area

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible, Poolside (with Sofabed)

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 477 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 500 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

In Mackinaw City .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Mackinaw Crossings are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Dock - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

Beach hotel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This Mackinaw City hotel is smoke free.

  • 114 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn to the airport?

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is 11.8 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 Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn on Nov 3, 2025 start from $88.0, 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 Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn.

How close is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Edgewater Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offer free breakfast?

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have a pool?

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn features an indoor pool and outdoor pool access.

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn to downtown Mackinaw City?

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is 0.3 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Reviews

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 1158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 1158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 185 out of 1158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1158 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

michael

Traveled with partner
The girl at the check in counter could have been a little bit more friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHAWN, Nampa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything as advertised
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN, BLANCHARD

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MEGAN, Traverse City

Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! The location right on the beach was a huge plus, and it was walkable to the ferry docks. Breakfast had a great variety, too!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ali

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Front desk unfriendly. Shampoo bottle & body wash were empty. Took an hour to bring them to the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jodi

Traveled with family
We were there for 3 nights 4 days and the c pool was never clean. It was cloudy and very sandy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jordan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Do Not Stay Here

I wouldn’t recommend staying here. The rooms are outdated and the AC units and humidifiers are so loud! You can hear everything while in the rooms. The breakfast was awful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Location was fantastic, could walk to everything. It is just an old property and needs serious updating. Mosquitos in the shower...beach area was run down. Carpet in room was really dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Judelyn

Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dan

Traveled with family
The property is completely out dated. The room was very damp because the A/C was not working properly. The breakfast was the same both days and the muffins were almost frozen and the quality of the food was low. Outside on the beach area there was a storm drain pipe with rusty steel draining water. If l had little kids they would not be going near that . The only benefit of staying there was the location close to all the shopping and restaurants. The parking is very tight at night and lot was completely full.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed in a lot of hotels, the price point this one was above and beyond. There’s nothing negative to say about this place. Don’t listen to anyone that says anything different. It’s the best value for your money and the breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Sharon

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very disappointed in the room. Very dated which leads to not clean. Carpet disgusting. Our feet were black from walking on the carpet. Shower dated and floor of shower filthy. Room daily clean consisted of a poor attempt at making a bed and throwing some towels in the room. We are very strict with putting all of our things away in our luggage and yet proper cleaning of the sink area was not completed. Toothpaste not even wiped off dated yucky faucet. Wallpaper peeling, ceilings patched and not painted. Makes us wonder if the crap rooms are left for Expedia clients. The free breakfast was disgusting! Hard to make eggs that are not edible. I am not a hard to please person in regards to food. I literally could not take more than one bite. Coffee empty nobody to get more. Decaffeinated was awful. Probably the water ! Needless to say we left and never returned for our FREE disgusting breakfast. It was awful. Now the water. What is wrong with it is really hard to imagine. It tastes awful and feels worse. Gummy is the only words we could come up with to explain it. The price to stay here was simply robbery. Expedia needs to do better with ANY sort of good rating for this hotel. Just a shame!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were spacoous and clean, the location was nice. The beach access out back was easy to get to and clean. The shower needs updated and a cutain that does not allow the water to leak out. Breakfast could stay open until 10:00am. Also, the parking was limited in the evenings when everyone was returning for the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Chisholm

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was centered around everything. Easy walks to shopping and restaurants. If going to the Island, Sheplers was an easy walk. No need to drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

elourine

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ground floor room accessible to pool & large quiet sunny room where I could read a book. Breakfast had many options
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

elourine

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the bed & view of Lake Huron. Sliding door to a little patio allowed quiet afternoons in the sun. Staff very attentive. We asked for a ground floor room & got it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Did not want a hot tub in the room. Room had no view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shahid

Liked: Cleanliness
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I answered your questions
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

ZAID, DEARBORN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ghasan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The stay was good the staff great the check in and check out process was easy , clean quiet we had a beach view suite was great, they offer breakfast it was okay to start the day with , and the kids enjoyed the pool. overall great experience will definitely go back ,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025