Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

2.5 star property

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Balcony view
Interior entrance
Exterior
Indoor pool
Front of property

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $135
$126 nightly
$135 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8

Explore the area

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505 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Animal Tracks Adventure Golf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 477 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

With a stay at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn in Mackinaw City, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Lake Huron and 8 minutes by foot from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. .This beach hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Lake Michigan and 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from The Jewel at the Grand Hotel.

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw Crossings - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bière de Mac Brew Works - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Audie's Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 114 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • Crib (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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property payment types

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

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)

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)

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Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 483 out of 1167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 1167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 1167 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great , and clean hotel , breakfast was good and staff was awesome, will be definitely return with my family again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, friendly staff, within walking distance of shops and restaurants and beach, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very accommodating, hotel was clean and pool/hot tub was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place To stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pool and hot tub were great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Iram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Lauralee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and was a nice room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and clean property. We stay at this hotel every year when we come for our anniversary!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Sonica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a 1 night stay, it was ideal.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay. No complains.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient location to shops and sites
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful lake view with balcony, convenient location and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was nice and beds were comfortable. Great location for walking to shops & restaurants,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marieta

It was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet accommodations. Buffet breakfast a nice perk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JONATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very nice bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was within walkable distance of everything we wanted to do. Staff was friendly, room clean and breakfast yummy!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Merry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to Shepler’s Ferry, to shops and restaurants. Clean room and very comfortable bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was beautiful we were right on the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025