Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with 1 indoor pools, connected to the convention center in Mackinaw City

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Outdoor wedding area
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Indoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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929 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Family Suite, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • 525 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Lake View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 525 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Economy Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(109 reviews)
  • 425 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Economy Room, Multiple Beds, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

On the beach.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Edgewater Beach and within a 10-minute walk of 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).

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites

Beachfront hotel with 1 indoor pools, connected to the convention center in Mackinaw City
Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites like an indoor pool and a hot tub.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Mackinaw City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 71 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 5000 sq ft of conference space
  • 465 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2010
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites offers 71 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 5 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra 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
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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 5 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn
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Mackinaw Beach & Bay & Suites
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites to the airport?

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites is 12.2 mi (32-min drive) away from the Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

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

What time is check-in at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites have a pool?

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites to downtown Mackinaw City?

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites is 0.9 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 171 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1034 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1034 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany, FAIRPORT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the separate rooms for Queen beds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

jarrod, GILBERT

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is an embarrassment to all hotels. The room smelt of urine and ammonia. The ceiling had water damage and the walls were damaged. The bathroom was disgusting. We immediately left... the hotel refused to refund the money. Do not stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica, Haslett

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
COCKROACHES!!! Don’t stay here. They don’t care and won’t refund.
Cockroach in the fridge
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

10/10 Excellent

Joshua, Sturgeon Bay

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and convenient location Many shops and dining option .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whole facility is in need of up date repairs. Our room had broken tile around refrigerator. TV didn’t work and other too complicated. Room could have been cleaner. Staff was not helpful. Staff was going to call when room read no call . Will not stay there again. Way too much for what you get. Stayed at another hotel before going to island and there was a good breakfast not coupons that are very limited. Also other hotel was same price and was wonderful. Hot tub was not clean either.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Manal

Okay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Benjamin, Warren

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Love the fact thats on the beach but very old and needs major update. Door to the balcony would get stuck and wake up our kid every time we would open it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

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

10/10 Excellent

Ethel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Odrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It had all we needed for our quick trip to Mackinac Island. Definitely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Beautiful lake views. Staff was not friendly at all. Requested additional pillows and sheets and we were declined.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aman

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

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Keys stopped working after a few hours. Only given one when asked for more. That one stopped working soon after as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rich

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beware

During check in there were four couple waiting to check in behind us the clerk told a gentleman that was sitting doing something on the computer that there were more guest that needed checked and he said so!! Very unprofessional to say the least . The cleaning staff was very rude would push cleaning carts in front of you and not even acknowledge you were there. The room was dirty cobwebs hanging around dead bugs on the walls there was a piece of the roof on the balcony that looked like it was going to fall off the sheets on a king size bed were for a queen so just made it to the sides. I think if the staff would take some pride in their jobs and hotel it would be a great place to stay. The view is amazing that is the only thing this place has going for it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Anisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to the ferry quite beachfront
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to ferry and beautiful view! Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skippy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay! The staff was so friendly and helpful. The shuttle picked us up within 5 min he's. The view was so awful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Krista

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I stayed here two separate times in two different rooms within a week. First stay was fine everything seemed clean and well kept. Second stay was room 206 and the counter was falling down in the bathroom and looked like someone attempted to glue it back together. A lot of other things were falling apart. Outlets and lights didn’t work on the beds. Spiders on the ceiling hasn’t been dusted in a long time. Not satisfied for the price I paid.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025