Nightly rates from $65
Rate based on Check-in: May 30, 2012 Check-out: May 31, 2012
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
9 reviews
BW Mackinaw City, MI Right on the Beach

As a BW Rewards member I was expecting a bit more from the new "PLUS" designation that the Best... See full review

  • PLBowen
  • Aug 28, 2011
Mackinaw City

When we arrived, we were given an awful location near the laundry. I went and asked to upgrade, we... See full review

  • Joe
  • Jun 28, 2011
Located on 300 feet of Private Sandy Beach, the BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn has the highest AAA rating in Mackinaw City. It is the only lakefront hotel located in the Downtown Shopping District and is directly adjacent to the Mackinac Island Ferry. Free Hot Breakfast is served every morning including eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, fruits and waffles. A variety of breads, bagels, muffins, pastries, and hot and cold cereals are offered for free every day. Enjoy the private sandy swimming beach, large indoor heated pool, fitness center, and free unlimited access to Pirate's Adventure Indoor Water Park. Each Room has free wireless internet, and all lakefront rooms come with a large balcony. In-room Jacuzzi® available as an upgrade. BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn is the Premiere Hotel in Mackinaw City at competitive prices.

BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn Rooms

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Area served
Gaylord,, Petoskey,, Traverse City,, Chicago,, Detroit,, Sault Ste. Marie
Nearby airports
(PLN), 17.00, MI, S;
Area description
Downtown

Amenities

  • Accessible facilities
  • Air Conditioned
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Beach
  • Business center
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Copy Service
  • Data port Available
  • Exercise Gym
  • Express Checkout
  • FAX
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness center or spa
  • Free Local Telephone Calls
  • Free Newspaper
  • Free parking
  • Game Room
  • Guest Laundromat
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • High-speed Internet
  • Horseback Riding
  • Indoor Pool
  • Internet Access
  • Jacuzzi
  • King Bed
  • Laundry Service
  • Live Entertainment
  • Lounge
  • Multilingual
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Pool
  • Queen Bed
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • RV or Truck Parking
  • Security
  • Television with Cable
  • Truck Parking

Dining

The Light House Restaurant and Lounge
.1 mile(s) from The Light House Restaurant and Lounge
Anna's Country Buffet
.1 mile(s) from Anna's Country Buffet
Dixie Saloon Food and Spirits
.2 mile(s) from Dixie Saloon Food and Spirits, established 1890
Nonna Lisa's Italian Ristorante
.1 mile(s) from Nonna Lisa's Italian Ristorante, featuring wood fired pizza and pasta

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz

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Guest Reviews (9)

Ratings and reviews for BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn

Overall score

3.6 / 5
9 out of 9
Amenities:
3.2
Room cleanliness:
3.7
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3.6
Location:
4.2
Value:
3.3

89% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn

Reviewer score

4
mcland
Huntington, IN
Sep 9, 2011

I shall return!!!

Beautiful place!! Comfortable room!! Great breakfast!! Wi-fi didn't work in room 317, but the view was fantastic!!! I had excellent wi-fi service in lobby and drank their free coffee. I would rate a 5 star if wi-fi worked.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn

Reviewer score

3
PLBowen
Cincinnati, OH
Aug 28, 2011

BW Mackinaw City, MI Right on the Beach

As a BW Rewards member I was expecting a bit more from the new "PLUS" designation that the Best Western chain has established for its better hotels. Ground floor room seemed musty/damp. Very small room with huge, older furniture that made the room smaller. Average breakfast menu - but appreciated none the less.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

It was all about Location, Location, Location - All attractions including Mackinaw Island ferries, restaurants and shops all within walking distances. Plus the hotel has its own private beach.

Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn

Reviewer score

4
Joe
Tucson AZ
Jun 28, 2011

Mackinaw City

When we arrived, we were given an awful location near the laundry. I went and asked to upgrade, we were given a lake front view that was astounding, and much much larger. Total cost of upgrade was $35+ well worth the upgrade. About 17 a night as we stayed 2 nights. Lake front view changed everything. Mackinaw City has lots of decent shops and restaurants. I would do this again!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn

Reviewer score

5
Mike
Chicago,Il
Jul 12, 2009

GREAT LOCATION

The hotel was nice and clean. The location was great,right on the beach,close to restaurants,shopping,and the ferry's.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn

Reviewer score

1
J22
Chicago
Jul 7, 2009

Below Average

I was very excited to stay at this hotel based on the reviews I found online. However, the excitement ended there. Our room with a "courtyard view" was in a back hallway off the parking lot, which made us feel like we were staying in a bat cave. The room was also very damp and smelled like mold. They charge an extra cleaning fee if bikes are stored in the room so they obviously do not support outdoor enthusiasts. The pool hours were 11am - 11pm, which didn't allow for an early morning swim.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
1
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

This hotel is very close to the Mackinac Island ferries.

Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn

Reviewer score

3
castingace
saginaw, mi
Jun 23, 2009

trip

The staff tried to charge us again after we had already paid through Orbitz.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
1
Value:
2
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn

Reviewer score

3
Tuula
Not Provided
Jun 5, 2009

Non smoking room smelled smoky

Non smoking room smelled smoky but they did move us which was good. Breakfast is included and was really a great spread with many choices. Courtyard rooms actually just look out onto the carpark, so the waterview room may have been a better choice. Easy walk to restaurants and centre of town.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn

Reviewer score

5
Ron
Business
London
Sep 19, 2008

Great Location

We enjoyed our stay here becaue it was a good hotel at a reasonable price and close to everything we wanted to do; restaurants, theatres, shopping, and right on the beach nerar the ferry docks.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

The buffet breakfast was adequate and area restaurants within walking distance included a buffet meal at reasonable cost

Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Dockside Waterfront Inn

Reviewer score

4
Bonnie
Detroit, MI
Sep 4, 2007

Good location

If you are staying in Mackinaw City it is a great location with easy walking access to many things - main street, boat docks to the Island, restaurants. i would stay there again

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

main street shops and the boats to the island

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