Waterfront Inn: 250 Hotel Reviews
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90 rooms on property
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Waterfront Inn
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1009 South Huron
Mackinaw City, MI 49701
Toll-Free: 866-330-6266Mackinaw City, MI 49701
90 rooms on property
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Free continental breakfast, Beachfront and courtside hotel rooms available, Air conditioning, Color cable TV with HBO, In-room phones / data ports, Indoor pool with small waterfalls and innertubes, Hot tub, Wireless internet, Large 600 ft. sandy beach on Lake Huron, Mackinac Bridge and Mackinac Island view, King and queen size beds, One block from Mackinac Island ferries and several restaurants, Picnic area with barbecue grills, All units with refrigerators - some with microwaves, Some 2 bedroom units and housekeeping cabins, no pets allowed- #17
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Family-owned and operated, the Waterfront Inn continues to pride itself by offering clean and comfortable beachfront hotel rooms at an affordable price, to visitors of Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island.
Waterfront Inn
is rated
3.8
out of
5
based on the following
250 user reviews from real surveys by real customers that actually stayed at the hotel.
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The front desk lady was very nice and knowledgeable! The location/view was perfect.beachfront and pool were amazing. Hotel/room is a little outdated but we weren't in the rooms much. I would recommend staying here and will stay here again.These comments are from a verified stay
13 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The staff members were pleasant, helpful, and kind. Our room was comfortable and clean.These comments are from a verified stay13 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|We (6 of us) stayed in a cabin and loved it. It is a throw back to the old type road side motels. We were one of the first after re-opening from the pandemic and ran into some glitches but but Scott the manager did a great job of correcting these. Just walked to the beach at the hotel to watch the 4th of July fireworks, which were awesome and had a great beach party vibe even with social distancing. If you are looking for glam this isn't it but if you are looking for a comfortable room at a great location, this is it.These comments are from a verified stay15 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The Waterfront Inn was closed when we arrived !!!!!!!!!!!!! It should be removed off the list !!!!! We stayed at the clarion inn instead which was amazing !!!These comments are from a verified stay14 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Room was clean and bathroom things were provided. View from beach very nice. Would go backThese comments are from a verified stay40 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Beautiful views newly updated roomThese comments are from a verified stay38 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Nice staff, clean affordable stay.These comments are from a verified stay46 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|While the room was dated, it was immaculate and the view was Gorgeous, we stayed in room 420 which had a beach / Island view.These comments are from a verified stay42 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Even though the outside of the hotel was run down, the room was clean and stocked. We were on the third floor with no elevator, but we’re there for the run across the bridge, so the exercise was fine. The pool and jacuzzi were nice. No microwave, just a small refrigerator. The staff was very friendly.These comments are from a verified stay39 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The only thing that could use some work is the carpet. But everything else was great .These comments are from a verified stay53 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Very pleasant stay the help was very nice thx for making our vacation wonderfulThese comments are from a verified stay44 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|We stayed at the Waterfront Inn. There was an issue with booking through your sight where we selected 2 queen beds, but it booked a single queen bed. We could have caught the mistake if on the reservation it clearly stated one queen bed and not just "queen bed." It worked out we were given two double beds and that turns out to be all we needed. We stayed in room 409. It would have been nice to have a shower curtain. Also through your site it says that there is a free breakfast here and there is not just coffee. And your site should clearly state that pets are not allowed here. Being close to the beach was wonderful. We enjoyed visiting Mackinac Island and the light house.These comments are from a verified stay45 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The room had a great view of the bridge. The mattress needs updating. If you are looking for a basic room only, this is it. They do not serve any breakfast, just coffee at the lobby, no microwave or coffee in the room. We stay here alot as we prefer to go to The Pancake Chef for breakfast anyways.These comments are from a verified stay42 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Was a very nice stay! Very reasonable price for family's! Comfortable beds! Friendly staff! Hood sized rooms and bathroom! Very nice pool and hot tub! Font let the looks of the exterior deter you it's a totally great place to stay for a great value .These comments are from a verified stay55 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The staff was very friendly and the rooms were clean. It is a gorgeous area and the hotel has a great view. I loved having an indoor pool, ice machine and free coffee in the morning.These comments are from a verified stay65 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The hotel was an excellent value for the money. The room was clean and in decent condition. The refrigerator froze everything, even when the thermostat was turned all the way down. There was no stopper for the tub, but one was procured upon request. The beds were comfortable, and there were no significant problems.These comments are from a verified stay59 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|I absolutely adored our stay! The hotel staff was amazing! Really friendly and helpful. Oir room was so clean and The view was so beautiful and for the price, you cant beat it. Will definitely be returning!These comments are from a verified stay41 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The room is clean and comfort, but when I late check in (around 12 am), the lobby was closed and I should check in at the other hotel (beside of this hotel). But so far, I was satisfied with this hotel, the staffs are very helpful and polite with me.These comments are from a verified stay43 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Small but nice, me and my girlfriend enjoyed our stayThese comments are from a verified stay47 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Nice beds, great water pressure and on the shoreline.These comments are from a verified stay46 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The hotel was very convenient with a great location and very pet friendly with good rates. However the mattresses were not good and should be replaced with better ones. That was the only down fall - worst mattresses.These comments are from a verified stay61 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|It was very clean and the staff were super helpful and very politeThese comments are from a verified stay46 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Very nice and cleanThese comments are from a verified stay45 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|All was wonderful! Comfy bed, everything we needed and more. Very clean.These comments are from a verified stay59 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Very clean, very nice check in folks. Happy with the room!These comments are from a verified stay61 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|For the price the rooms were cleanThese comments are from a verified stay63 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|My stay was great. All of the workers were polite and helped with everything I needed. Check in and check out were easy and I’d of course stay at waterfront inn again. Rooms are clean and the air conditioning was great.These comments are from a verified stay59 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Really friendly staffThese comments are from a verified stay60 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The location was great right on the beach beautiful scenery when we woke up in the morning. The rooms were decent, more room than usual hotels have but breakfast was crappy but they had breakfast at the hotel next to them. I didn't like that they close from 11pm to 7 am we had to go to the hotel next to it to check in and get our keys cuz we got there at 11:15 ball traveling back from the Porcupine Mountains. We spent the whole morning lyrics until 11 I guess we would stay there again if we had to it was worth it. But not everything is perfect all the time.These comments are from a verified stay60 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Because we did not receive the queen beds that we ordered, they gave us a cabin. Funny though, the beds were still not queen, but the cabin upgrade spoke volumes. I'm not sure they should advertise queen since many rooms are full size only. Thanks, was a good experience!These comments are from a verified stay72 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Roomm had a. Great view, was airy and quietThese comments are from a verified stay58 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Had a great time.These comments are from a verified stay74 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The Waterfront is no frills motel. Located in an old motor lodge, it could use some updating. But the room was clean. The front desk staff was friendly and helpful. The location was awesome.These comments are from a verified stay78 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The staff was great- very helpful and friendly. Our room was clean and comfortable despite being older; we expected this as the price was so reasonable. We would stay againThese comments are from a verified stay76 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The staff was great- very helpful and friendly. Our room was clean and comfortable despite being older; we expected this as the price was so reasonable. We would stay againThese comments are from a verified stay57 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Room was very clean and nicely furnished. The grounds would benefit from additional maintenance such as replacing the non-slip material on exterior stairs. Staff was pleasant and helpful. Price was very reasonable compared to other hotels in the area.These comments are from a verified stay84 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The room was nice. Clean. Beautiful view over the water. There was confusion as to what time check out was. One hotel personal said 11while another said 10. The breakfast was ok but there was not really any gluten free choices such as hard boiled eggs and such.These comments are from a verified stay63 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|We try to come 1X each year and stay in the same cabin. Even though I requested this cabin, we were originally assigned to a cabin that did not meet our needs or standards. Staff was completely accommodating and moved us to the usual cabin we stay in. Throughout the stay, the staff was great, location/pool and option of having a cabin with 2 rooms and all necessary cooking materials is optimal for us. Price is also a factor in our choice.These comments are from a verified stay98 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|It is a hotel of great value. Very cheap, and the decor and furniture is like taking a step back in time. But for the price, we were content with what we got. The hotel staff was helpful and kind. We ended up getting a better room than asked for. We very much enjoyed our stay.These comments are from a verified stay85 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Even though it’s an old motel, it was clean, the staff was friendly and helpful and it’s a good value for the money.These comments are from a verified stay80 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The room and services were as I expected and neither exceeded those expectations or disappointed me...These comments are from a verified stay79 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Waterfront InnWaterfront Inn Ron And Julia from Sterling Heights stayed in September 2017Chose this place for location & cost. Spent one night then went to the Island & spent 2 nights @ the Grand. Quick registration, room clean. Could have a small night light in bathroom, because nocturnal visits woke up sleeping partner. Also advice re breakfast, so we went elsewhere. It was okay, and what we expected.These comments are from a verified stay84 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Room was very neat and clean and it was big too. Staff were very friendly and supportive. Nice experience.These comments are from a verified stay87 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Room above expectations. Friendly Staff.These comments are from a verified stay88 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|I felt that the service was outstanding. The front desk clerk was very thorough & accommodating. We pulled in ahead of check-in time but we were allowed to park at the hotel while we went to the Island. After parking & grabbing our jackets & purses, the front desk manager walked over with our key. She didn't have to do that. We were allowed to settle into our room shortly after. Later that evening she also provided a bottle-opener for us -- no judgement :) Service was excellent, but it is an older hotel, although very clean. The beach & view of the water is also a wonderful perk of the hotel.These comments are from a verified stay88 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Great cabin (441), fits our needs with 2 separate bedrooms, a kitchen and all the utensils.These comments are from a verified stay99 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Beds were very hard but room was nice and cleanThese comments are from a verified stay99 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|The room was crean, the staff was nice. we stayed on a sunday night, we could not afford the same room on a saturday night.These comments are from a verified stay90 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Clean room, nice beach area, and friendly staff. Can't beat it for the price!!These comments are from a verified stay90 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Great experience. Enjoyed the pool.These comments are from a verified stay93 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Traveler Reviews (101-150 of 250)-
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