Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Beachside hotel with indoor pool

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

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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 49 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 49 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Mackinaw City

You'll be connected to the convention centre at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites, and within just a 10-minute stroll of Edgewater Beach and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers. 5000 square feet (465 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free RV/bus/truck parking, along with the convenience of a free ferry terminal shuttle. .With a stay at this Mackinaw City hotel, you'll be 5.1 km (3.2 mi) from Lake Michigan.

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites

Beachside hotel with indoor pool
Step outside to unwind on the sandy beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites such as 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites offers 71 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a hydromassage showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (5,000 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

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.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 aged 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

Yep, Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

Yep, Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites is a short 1-minute walk from Edgewater Beach.

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

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites has a pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites features a private beach, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

What makes Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a private beach, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites.

Is Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a private beach, laundry facilities and a picnic area, it's no surprise that Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

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

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 457 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1032 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

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view of the lake
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alejandro

Liked: Staff & service
I have nothing bad to say about the place
Stayed 1 night 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

8/10 Good

Molly

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

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

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

Fun time

We had a good time in Mackinaw City. Our hotel room had a beautiful view of Lake Huron and the Saturday night fireworks. The hotel is an easy walk to the ferry for a fun day on Mackinac Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good hotel for visiting Mackinac island

Good hotel for visiting Mackinac island
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Shushovan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very old TV and Jacuzzi
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Roger

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

My stay

The hotel is decent but not for the price. The place is a little outdated and could use some refreshing. Beautiful view of the lake from our balcony. The beach behind the property is a little unkempt, could use some cleaning up. After I booked the non refundable room some similar hotels popped up with much lower rates. It was a Spur of the moment booking so overall wasn't the worst but certainly wasn't the best deal on hotels.com
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eric, Silver Spring

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan, Green Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that the room had a beachfront balcony. Staff was amazing and gurls at the front desk were very polite
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The view from the balcony is beautiful! However, the rooms are old and not kept up. There was mold and rust in the bathroom, smashed bugs smeared all over the wall by the bed, bugs on the walls. Dead spiders were hanging off of the appliances, water damage in the ceiling, vents were caked with dirt and dust. One positive is that it’s a big suite for a lower price. There is a sketchy looking apartment building or motel located in the parking lot. Would not stay here again. The desk clerk was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I rolled into town early and I knew the room would not be ready but I had a case of wine in the car and wanted to get it out of the heat. The desk clerk could not accommodate me checking the box, she said they had no room. Hell she could have just set it on the floor, clear doesn’t understand basic customer service and what hotel doesn’t allow to check a bag. Now on to the room, they did not clean or make the bed. More and more hotels are doing this but usually there is a sign or you have to request it which we did after the first night. The tile on the front of the sink was barely hanging on the face. Mind you it’s a 12x24 inch piece. Could have fallen on someone. The shower curtain bar was a curved one but some the screws were missing so the curtain itself slide to the middle allowing the water from shower to spray everywhere. It was a great location easy to walk to ferry just some very basic upkeep would made this very nice unfortunately it was disappointing and I travel every month one of the worst places I have stayed at in long time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Beach was not taken care off and some errors of hotel had a moldy smell. Air ducts needed replaced. Comfortable, just okay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Krystin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025