Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark

2.0 star property

Photo gallery for Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark

A room with a bed, a chair, and a view of the beach through a sliding door.
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Indoor pool
A beach with white lounge chairs and a clear view of the water and distant buildings.
A multi-story hotel with a flat roof, balconies, and a sandy beach area with lounge chairs.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July

Explore the area

View map
909 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Edgewater Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Mackinaw City

At Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include an indoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Mackinaw City hotel include Lake Michigan and Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry.

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Fred's Up North Dining - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark offers its guests an indoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mackinaw City hotel.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Smoking in designated areas
Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark offers 60 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Splash pad

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Splash pad

Outdoors

  • On the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Great Mackinaw Beachfront Hotel
Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark Hotel
Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark Mackinaw City
Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark Hotel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark?

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark?

As of 6 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark on 8 July 2026 start from AU$127, including 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.

Is parking available at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark?

Yep, Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark?

Yep, Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark is a short 4-minute walk from Edgewater Beach.

Does Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark have a pool?

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark has an indoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark?

No, Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark?

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

Are pets allowed at Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark?

No, pets are not allowed.

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel & Waterpark Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 411 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 411 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 411 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 411 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 411 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Thong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and right on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place and the staff are really nice. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and staff was very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robbe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay. The wife and I had a great time and the ladies at the front desk are so friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathaniel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was great d always so nice to be able to look at the beach and relax
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite the negative reviews we stayed here. Room was great. Hotel was clean and staff was helpful. Great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane

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

Soo Locks Trip

My wife and I stayed here, great location to the stores and restaurants in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Birthday stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and very clean refurbished rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing especially front desk and housekeeping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the staff and how friendly and helpful they were.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My daughter and I were just passing through, which made it a very quick stay. It was clean, comfortable, and felt safe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

Beachfront at the edge of town

We stayed at this hotel about 20 years ago, and love the location on the beach. The rooms have been completely renovated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful, the facility was clean. The staff since we arrive were polite and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the lake
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very nice time at a great price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in. Nice clean room with a great view
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we took a girls trip and stayed here. the place was pretty clean except the outside of the room doors. it is really close to shopping and restaurants. we loved that we could see the bridge from the beach and there's fire pits to have fires on the beach! overall it was a great experience and we will definitely come back to this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Super cute property and was perfect for what we needed. This is not a 5 star resort, but it’s great for a little getaway. Staff was absolutely fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. The front desk young lady was so nice and helpful. All over great experience
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff as nd excellent service!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025