Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

2.5 star property
Delightful beach hotel with Access to hot tub
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
December 2024

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Balcony view
Exterior
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Free daily full breakfast
Interior entrance

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
505 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    5 min walk
  • Spy Quest Laser Maze
    5 min walk
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    5 min walk
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    20 min drive

Room options

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Mackinaw City

At Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Lake Huron. Highlights at this beach hotel include free daily breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. A meeting room, conference space, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Mackinaw City hotel include Lake Michigan and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal.

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

Delightful beach hotel with Access to hot tub
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre 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.

  • 114 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Premium cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

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

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

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 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

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

Payment types

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

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

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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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Yep, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

As of 5 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn on 7 Nov 2024 start from NZ$163.53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have a pool?

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn has an indoor pool.

Is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is a hit with families.

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

No, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 392 out of 1028 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1028 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 1028 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1028 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1028 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

bonnie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sun and fun
The Hotel is very beautiful. Our room was right off the water. We had beautiful sunshine every day. Gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Amol

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The people at the property where great the building and rooms could use a spruce up
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was great - walkable to town, restaurants, shopping and the ferries. The beach was so nice and great for young kids. The building is worn and out of date, although everything worked fine. The beds were fine. The staff were unhelpful and not friendly. The breakfast was not good. The price seems very high for what we got.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Milford

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Santiago

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jason

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Seen better days
Fairly high priced in a touristy area which is common. At $300 a night ive stayed in way way way nicer hotels. Very out dated older styling. Paint peeling in the hotel room. Sheets had stains. There were several areas of dirt on the walls. Hands down some of the worst hotel breakfast ive had. Powdered eggs arent known for being great but man these were bad. Tasted like chewing on a flip flop. Now for the positive: great location, easy beach access, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Luiza

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The view was gorgeous, room was comfy and adequate to our needs. Outdated decor and the parking lot is little and people couldn't seem to figure out where to go in it. Otherwise a great stay. I have no complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Hard for elderly to push cart up and down hill to get to elevator. No breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
One Night in Mackinaw City
The hotel has a beautiful site on Lake Huron. Check-in was easy, and the front desk staff were friendly. We had an 12-foot truck and were able to park it between the Best Western and another hotel quite easily. The only downside of our stay was breakfast. The food, while plentiful, was meh. This platform asks customers to rate a hotel on environmental practices. All the plates and bows for breakfast were some type of styrofoam :/
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is pretty good - can walk to the Mackinac Island ferry. Some restaurants are within walking distance. It's on the beach, which is nice. Our room was spacious and slept 6 easily. But the entire place just has this run-down feel about it. Peeling paint and wallpaper, grimy worn out bathroom fixtures. Poor signage for locating the elevator, the breakfast room, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Not horrible but not entirely great either
Room was nice nothing fancy a little too overpriced! Breakfast was not so great would’ve been better if they would’ve actually switched it up daily, but it seemed to be the same thing every single day. Beach was beautiful and nice overall not a bad place to stay just a little too expensive for what you actually get.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Alfred

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Breakfast was GREAT. Beach was Crappy and full of Sea Gulls because people actually feed them from their patios. Bird poop in the Sand. Location is outstanding. Check-In was not efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good Value
Comfortable room with good AC, beds, shower. Worn building. Excellent location if you want to see the sights or take the ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wesley

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy to book the last available room they had after we left our previous booking early at a dodgy hotel. The room was clean and the beds comfortable. The shower had great water pressure. Blinds made the room completely dark which was great as we were waking up later than we normally would, getting more sleep in. Continental breakfast was served from 6 to 9. Being a tourist destination, I would like them to serve an extra hour to 10. My interactions at the desk was pleasant. They do have discounted ferry tickets to Mackinac Island available. The area they're located in is fantastic, right on the waterfront. They do have a little beach behind the hotel and walking distance to downtown shopping area, parks, and ferries.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Celeste

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not much water pressure in the shower and the continental breakfast was bland. It was close to town which was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service
The building needs a fresh coat of paint, weeds could be picked up and just a good outside cleaning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Casey

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The beach access was great, but the hotel is terrible. Very outdated for the money you pay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay right on the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Betty

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was in poor condition. It looks like it had very little maintenance. The room was not very clean, it had dust on table and bathtub had someone 's hair left in the drain. The carpet in hallways/breezeway was unkept. However, the beds were a bit too hard yet they were clean, and sheets looked and smelled fresh. The air conditioner did work and kept the room comfortable. The balcony looking toward the lake was very nice and we enjoyed watching fireworks from it. They did have a breakfast. It was unimpressive. The shaff was nice and were helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room is beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024