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Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

2.5 star property
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Indoor pool
Interior entrance
Lobby sitting area
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

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505 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬
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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)
  • 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)
  • 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)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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)

  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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

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

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Twin Bed

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  • Parking included
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About this property

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

Beach fun in indoor pool, near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
Guests of this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a hot tub and a fitness center.
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

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

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The shopping around Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Huron. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the proximity to shopping
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Lake Huron and 8 minutes by foot from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center 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.

Guests are served free full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

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
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

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

Payment types at the property

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

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 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, 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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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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Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 384 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1019 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

8/10 Good

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok big gap in door. Breakfast need help
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stop for an overnight.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast room was not easily found. Had to go outside to get to the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sean

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noreen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great breakfast

Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

MaryBeth, Ostrander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one night in late April. Not many stores or restaurants were open.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

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

2/10 Terrible

Dawn, byron center

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is out of date and run down. Rooms and towels were dirty .Very noisy ,room next door was having construction done and a worker with a table saw was working outside the room until 9pm on a friday and then starting at 9am on a saturday .Do not recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room never did get warm, carpet was stained pretty bad, and there was a can of ready whip in the refrigerator from the last guest’s escapade. Did not use the jetted tub as we were unsure of how much DNA was sprayed all over the place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, good food and pool and hot tub was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Relics

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, walk to everything, hottub was great after long day driving
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

8/10 Good

Laurie Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rich

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was ok. The room had a bad musty smell. We found old stains on the sheets. A soap stain was on the sink, not properly cleaned off. Shower curtain was over the shower rod and when pulled down a moldy dirty face cloth fell off. When i explained to staff, they were less than helpful. Poor customer service!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent off season price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joe

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No soap or shampoo in room. Still had dirty towels in bathroom. TV worked until it didn't.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Holly

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Bad experience

Lost power 2nd night of stay in the evening, still no power at check out...emergency lights in halls stopped working...trying to navigate down hallways and stairs was dangerous with many areas being completely pitch black. No communication or help. And they still charged us full price!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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