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Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

2.5 star property
Relax by the lake’s soothing waters or rejuvenate in the spa tub. Friendly staff will help you plan your day of exploration.

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Waterfront charm meets modern comfort at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn. Savor a full breakfast, unwind with a spa tub, or take in the views from the garden and terrace. Helpful staff, multilingual support, and proximity to shopping make this hotel near Lake Michigan an inviting retreat.
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

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

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

Highlights

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

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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)

Highlights

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

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed - queen
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Poolside

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

Highlights

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

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

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

Highlights

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

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
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
505 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Dock - 5 min walk
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 9 min walk
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 18 min walk
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

Hotel near Lake Huron
Close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool and outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free property and a lift
  • Multilingual staff, a vending machine and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 114 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Spa tub

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)

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and outdoor pool access.

Is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this beach hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Lake Huron. Lake Michigan is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 375 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1002 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

burton, virginia beach

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan, Dayton

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was nice, but maybe could use some updating.

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
fine
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Water in hot tub came out yellow.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Very outdated ave the breakfast was old
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Good location. I got a good price, perhaps because it was off season.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked a King, however the rooms with king beds were being remodeled. We were upgraded to a suite, which was very nice! The view from the balcony overlooking the water was beautiful and peaceful! The front desk staff were very nice and Samone in housekeeping was wonderful! The water pressure in the shower was perfect and the water was hot! The beds were comfortable and the rooms were nice and warm since it is November. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

brandis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel right next to the water. Wonderful amenities and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Silas

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The wall paper was peeling and rooms were dated.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James, Zeeland

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, but poor climate control
Clean, comfy beds, great view of Lake Huron, decent hot breakfast with wide variety. Our biggest complaint is poor climate control. Rooms are long, with heating/cooling unit on one end and bathroom on the other. Since there is no ducted air movement, the heat had to flow across the room through the open bathroom door to keep it warm. Even worse, our heater started to howl and clunk after midnight, so I lost a lot of sleep, making my next day less pleasant. Also, we had to walk quite far along outside hallways during a chilly autumn night to get to our room. Finally, although the rooms were clean and the beds were comfy, the exterior could use a little cosmetic maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
I arrived around 6pm. I guess it wasn't too late. But the staff at the desk was not friendly. I didn't feel welcome! Also, the room was too dark!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sara

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Overall the stay was just ehh.
Was an ok hotel that had a nice view but when I was sitting on the balcony all I could smell was other customers smoking their marijuana. The beds were hard. Breakfast location was in an inconvenient location. You had to take outside stairs in the elements to get there. The selection of food for breakfast was good with a few hot items. Overall the stay was just ehh.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sue Kazmierczak

Travelled with group
On the water. Beautiful site
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024