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Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

2.5 star property
Beach hotel with indoor pool

Photo gallery for Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

Balcony view
Exterior
Indoor pool
Interior entrance
Lobby sitting area

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 Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • 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, cots/infant beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed - double
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • 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, cots/infant beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed - double
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

View from room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

View from room

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed - queen
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • 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, cots/infant beds

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Single Bed, Accessible, Poolside (with Sofabed)

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed - double
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

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

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 44 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed - double
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds

Courtyard King Room with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2

Courtyard Four Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 9

Lake Front Two Queen Room with Sofabed

  • Sleeps 6

Poolside Mobility Accessible Four Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 9

Poolside Mobility Accessible King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Lake Front Three Queen Suite with Sofabed

  • Sleeps 8

Lake Front Three Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Lake Front Two Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 6

View all photos for Lake Front King Room

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

Lake Front King Room

  • Sleeps 4

Lake Front King Room with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2

Lake Front Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

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

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Communication Accessible, Bathtub, Pool Side, Wifi, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Courtyard Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Courtyard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Mackinaw City

At Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Lake Huron. Highlights at this beach hotel include free daily breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. A meeting room, conference space, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this Mackinaw City hotel, you'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Lake Michigan.

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw Crossings - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

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 with indoor pool
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Premium cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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)

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night.

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 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 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 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 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 all 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) guidelines.

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).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Yep, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Yep, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is a short 12-minute walk from Edgewater Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, fishing and swimming.

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have a pool?

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn has an indoor pool.

Is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is a hit with families.

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

No, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1187 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is an older hotel but was clean and comfortable. It is right on the beach and a short walk to the ferry. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast had a nice variety and was good. We enjoyed the ease of walking to the shops and the ferry. We would stay here again if back in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ASHISH

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

6/10 Okay

Marilyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Meh - par for course in Mac City

Surprised how clean the rooms were based on the exterior of the hotel. Room was nice and the beds were comfy. Breakfast was mediocre at best.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Debra

Check in was awful…. Took a long time and we weren’t given any information on our free tour, no information when breakfast was or when checkout time was. The person handling the breakfast was so rude to all the guests, didn’t refill empty containers.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness
I liked the location. I would rate front desk personnel as average, at best.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Karyn

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Convenient, right on water but must pay obviously for water view, busy and front clerk a tad frazzled, could use some updating. Room was sufficient for our 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to most of what Mackinaw City has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent, loved the coffee in the lobby!! I honestly wish the continental breakfast would have been till 10 AM instead of ending at 9 AM. It stopped at an early time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marisa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
When I arrived and got room key and went to my room they were still cleaning room until 440pm. Room was not ready
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

10/10 Excellent

Danita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Didnt like anything about it. The room was very small withba ginormous jacuzzi tub taking up all of the room. We left a day early, couldnt take the smell of everything in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

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

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, service was great. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Elissa

Disliked: Cleanliness

You decide

Room was full of cobwebs on every light fixture. The room was small , oddly laid out and tiny bathroom. Walls paper thin could hear neighbors TV .Breakfast you had to go out of your building and climb stairs to the 3rd floor. Room sliders opens up to the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, staff were very friendly and the view from the balcony was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie, Warren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that it was in the beach. I could sit on my balcony and enjoy the view. It was also very close to downtown shopping. Pool was great. It was nice to be able to walk to downtown
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Buena, Arlington Heights

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JILL, Wyoming

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Conveniently located to the shops, restaurants, and ferries. Great view. The rooms are outdated and could use a an update.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Meral

The room was a old
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room was straight out of the 80s, but was clean and everything worked.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beachfront with ferry within a short walk
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025