Blue Water Beachfront Hotel: 492 Hotel Reviews

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Blue Water Beachfront Hotel: Hotel Reviews

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel

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Blue Water Beachfront Hotel

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909 South Huron
Mackinaw City, MI 49701

Toll-Free: 800-822-8314
64 rooms on property
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FREE Wi-Fi

FREE Indoor Waterpark

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of Mackinaw City Hotels from Traveler Reviews
Very Good

200 feet of sandy, private beach. Campfires on the Beach! One of few hotels in Mackinaw with ALL amenities on site! FREE Wireless Internet in Lobby. All Guestrooms have either King or Queen size beds. We have both Deluxe Beachfront & Economical Non-beachfront Rooms. All Rooms come standard with Refrigerator / Hair Dryers. Lakefront Guestrooms have french door opening onto private balconies with views of the Island, and the bay. Indoor Waterpark on-site.

Incredible view of Mackinac Island

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel is rated 3.8 out of 5 based on the following 492 user reviews from real surveys by real customers that actually stayed at the hotel.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn SIEMIESZ from SOUTHGATE stayed in August 2012

Had a great time. Nice place to stay. But father-in-law needed an elavator but they change our room to help. Thanks

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn ginnie from Paw Paw stayed in August 2012

I love fairview Inn I loved my room my kitchnette my beautiful view of the island

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn James from Eaton Rapids stayed in August 2012

The room was very clean and very very nice we will definately stay there again. The emplyees were very nice also.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn George from Sterling Heights stayed in August 2012

Everything was better than expected. I would stay again at this hotel.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Patricia from Fort Worth stayed in August 2012

Great location, very clean rooms. Helpful staff. Very good value.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Brian from Jenison stayed in August 2012

We were very pleased with the accomodations and the rates, and the morning breakfast was more than expected. We more than likely will use this Motel again next year...thanks for this opportunity.

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Michelle from Adrian stayed in August 2012

Very nice place to stay. The beach was beautiful. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. We have stayed at this hotel many times and have always found it to be a wonderful place to stay.

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Stephanie from Walker stayed in August 2012

Room was big and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Great view and the breakfast was really good.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Linda from Gaylord stayed in August 2012

Friendly, The rooms were clean. We especially enjoyed the pass to use any of the indoor water parks at some of the other hotels. The breakfast choices were great. I would definitely stay here again.

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn James from Homer Glen stayed in August 2012

Beautiful, clean, modern room with great view of Lake Huron. Comfortable beds, very nice bathroom, and quiet. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Very good hot breakfast in nice setting. Took advantage of lazy river, hot tun, and pool. Caught very to Mackinac Island. Short walk. Easy stroll to shopping and restaurants. Great rate for lake view. We return with our dog after Labor Day. Thus is the best place we have stayed in Mackinac, except for our Grand Hotel stay. Only suggestion is to replace tv in room. Closed caption on all time as button broken.

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3 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Douglas from Grand Rapids stayed in August 2012

Rooms were clean and spacious but very basic(nothing fancy). One room did not have shampoo the first night but it was there the second night. The breakfast was excellent with plenty of food as well as a good variety. We had seven rooms for one night and six for the second night and they were all adjacent to each other in a separate wing, making it possible for us to socialize as a family.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn james from Jackson stayed in August 2012

We thought this hotel was clean, comfortable, had a great breakfast every day (we DIDN'T have to go to another building, it was right upstairs), beautiful view, and LOVED the waterpark for the kids! Downsides; water in the waterpark was a little cold, and the lakeside was horrible and rocky (could be due to receding water). Those 2 things combined made no water fun for mom and dad (kids could not have cared less!) We would have also liked a locking screen door to keep toddlers in and allow breeze in. Overall or under 100 per night, you can't beat it - we would stay again.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Jessica from Farmington Hills stayed in August 2012

The hotel was dated and one of the two beds was really, really uncomfortable. However, the breakfast was good, as was the pool and access to the waterparks. For the price, we would certainly stay here again.

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn greg from Comstock Park stayed in August 2012

The family had a great time

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Melanie from Portland stayed in August 2012

Room was very clean and spacious; front desk clerk was friendly; great location on beach

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Melanie from Portland stayed in August 2012

Room was very clean and spacious; front desk clerk was friendly; great location on beach

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn jeffrey from Wayne stayed in July 2012

Awesome beach views clean rooms nice hot tub

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Lynette from Hales Corners stayed in July 2012

Location awesome; sharing of the waterparks great; breakfast fantastic.

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn gregory from Flatrock stayed in July 2012

We had a wonderful time and a very nice relaxing vacation

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn David from Longview stayed in July 2012

Loved having a beach front unit! Loved having access to 3 water parks! Although not too inconvenient, didn't really like walking to the hotel next door for breakfast (although the breakfast was very good). Overall, very good experience and I would stay at this hotel again.

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Holly from London stayed in July 2012

Outstanding. Friendly staff, room was very clean, comfortable and had a relaxing Retro beach vibe. Pool room could use some sprucing up but we enjoyed it non the less. Excellent value for the cost.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Erica from Saginaw stayed in July 2012

We stay at this hotel every year for our anniversary, and are satisfied with our stay. One minor inconvience is that they do not offer wi-fi. We are contemplating staying at a different hotel next year, unless the Fairview implements wi-fi. But we do love the hot tub. It's the best we have ever seen or experienced. However we could still use it if we stay at the other hotel we are considering.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Jason from Clarklake stayed in July 2012

Before booking I asked if the hot tub was working and was told yes. When I arrived 3 days later it was empty and under construction. Everything else was Outstanding.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Nancy from Joliet stayed in July 2012

The room was clean and roomy. We very much enjoyed having a beautiful beach steps from our room! I recommend it!

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Donald T. from Peoria stayed in July 2012

We were disappointed in the beach and also WIFi connection was bad. However, overall the staff were very pleasant and accommodating. We would not hesitate to stay again. Basically, enjoyed the Mackinaw City and Island area!

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Anna from Denmark stayed in July 2012

This was a good value for the price - clean, comfortable, safe, and family friendly with beach access. I was able to walk from the hotel to tour historic features and I also walked to the Mackinaw Island Ferry for a day trip. I had trouble finding the location for the complimentary breakfast - a note in the room or at the office would have been helprul. In summary, the accomodations were not elegant or fancy but then, I didn't really need that since most of my time was spent exploring.

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Jill from Delavan stayed in July 2012

The hotel was very nice and affordable, especially since we booked online and we booked early. The room wasn't ready when we arrived so without question, they upgraded us to another room and we didn't have to wait at all. Thanks for an excellent stay!

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Lane from Midland stayed in July 2012

Great hotel prices and staff....the only two things that could change are the parking (not enough or close to room) and the temperature of the water spray room...the water was absolutely freezing...no one would go in, however the huge jacuzzi was a great hit with the kids!

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Coggins from Burton stayed in July 2012

Loved being able to go to three different water parks...Loved the beach front view!! did not like going next door for breakfast, would have liked to eat in the hotel's building. I would stay again...

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Brenda from Deerfield stayed in July 2012

The rooms were clean...we were right on the beach and the people at the front desk were very nice.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Sean from Monroe stayed in July 2012

It was a very nice room for the price!

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Eric from Okemos stayed in July 2012

We had a lovely stay. The room was clean, and the view beautiful; the staff kind and very easy to deal with. We had two areas of concern: it would have been lovely to have wifi in the room. I had a few things I needed to do for work and it was not convenient to have to go to the lobby to connect with clients. Also, the eggs, sausage & biscuit gravy at breakfast did not taste good. The breakfast had all the right elements and the staff person was fabulous, it just didn't taste very good. Despite that, we had a wonderful stay and would select the hotel again.

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Judson from Swartz Creek stayed in June 2012

The hotel was very accommodating both times we have stayed there this summer. The rooms were clean and spacious. The breakfast was delicious and filling. The newest indoor water-park was so much fun, our grandchildren loved it!

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Ruth from Sterling Heights stayed in June 2012

Great price! Didn't stay waterfront, but our room was right on the side, so if we walked out of our room we could see the water. Great amenities-breakfast, laundry, pools, access to waterparks at close locations. I couldn't believe the value we got for the price.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn michael from Brooklyn stayed in June 2012

It just was not what i thought it would be

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Julie from Clare stayed in June 2012

Nice clean hotel with nice room. Very nice being right on the beach front. Great price for the room also. Breakfast was inconvenient having to go to seperate hotel. Especially since it was raining that morning. Breakfast room was full and felt we needed to rush so others could sit down to eat. Food was good. Think it is tacky that they have a tips jar sitting out in breakfast room. I understand having free breakfast is a great perk but felt like them asking for tips was inappropriate.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Jesus from Traverse City stayed in June 2012

The young men who checked us in we're very in helpful and not friendly. Later in the day the young lady was very nice and helpful.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Karen from Okatie stayed in June 2012

Our room was clean and we got a good night's sleep. We enjoyed our breakfast next door. Front desk staff were friendly and helpful. Location on the beach can't be beat... what a view!

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Silvana from Sault Ste Marie stayed in June 2012

Clean and great location a little dated but overall a very pleasant stay

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn geraldine from Hamburg Tpw stayed in June 2012

We loved our room with the lake/beach front view. it was clean, friendly staff and we found the breakfast very nice. We felt this was a great price for what we got. We were within walking distance of the boats to Mackinaw island and also to the downtown restaurants. We had a great stay.

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3 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn alicia from Ann Arbor stayed in June 2012

The beds where terrible and the check in girl wasn't very nice. But the housekeepers and breakfast staff was very friendly

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn TERRY from INNISFIL stayed in May 2012

Best part was the girl on the reception desk both when we checked in and out...same girl...asked her if she slept there...very very nice and welcoming! excellent breakfast!

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Carol from Mikado stayed in May 2012

We were very impressed that since the Fairview Beachfront was not ready to open and we had placed the reservation online - they gave us reservations in the Hamilton Inn with similar accomodations but at the same rate quoted online. We were happy to have a reservation when we arrived.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Janet from Highland stayed in April 2012

The room was as to be expected and the rates were reasonable. As for the breakfast, I thought the "tip jar" was a bit tackey. Also was not prepared in a timely manner.

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5 out of 5 stars

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Fairview Beachfront Inn Sherry from Battle Creek stayed in April 2012

The staff was extremely friendly and went out of there way to help whenever possible. The breakfasts were wonderful and there was plenty of food, never left hungry. The view of Lake Huron was unbelievable,expecially at sunrise.

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Amy from Oak Park stayed in July 2010

The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was good. I would like to see more heart healthy choices.

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5 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Gaylene from Freeland stayed in July 2010

Wonderful property! View from our room was amazing of the Mackinac Bridge! Would definataly stay there again and reccommend to future clients! Waterpark was awesome! Great value for the cost!

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3 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Kevin from Dearborn stayed in October 2011

Front desk staff not very friendly. Overall, room was clean and nice.

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn David from Omer stayed in October 2011

The rooms were clean, the staff was nice,the housekeeping brought fresh linens everyday

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4 out of 5 stars

Blue Water Beachfront Hotel
Fairview Beachfront Inn Brian from Swartz Creek stayed in September 2011

Room was clean and the staff at the front desk we nice and helpful. Only drawback was that the breakfast was the next hotel over so it was pretty crowded for two hotels sharing the same breakfast area.

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