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Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites

Property class: 2.5

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A beach view from a balcony with a railing, sandy beach, and ocean.
A beach view from a balcony with a railing, sandy beach, and ocean.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, located on a beach with clear turquoise waters.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by wooden walls and large windows.
Room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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929 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Edgewater Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Suite, Lake View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the ocean through a balcony door.

Family Suite, Lake View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 525 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Lake View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 525 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Economy Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

Economy Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(124 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 425 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Room, Multiple Beds, Beachside

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a picture on the wall.

Economy Room, Multiple Beds, Beachside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(87 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, Lakeside

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a view of the ocean through a balcony door, and a wooden headboard.

Superior Suite, Lakeside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites places you next to Edgewater Beach and within a 10-minute walk of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. This 71-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a private beach, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi. Centrally located in Mackinaw City, the hotel is connected to the convention center, and a short walk from Lake Huron and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf.

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites

Renovated in 2024, Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites offers a private beach, an indoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a hot tub, a conference center, and a 24-hour business center.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves are also standard. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is available on request.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (5,000 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated guestrooms - May 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 5 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 4:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn
Mackinaw Beach And Bay - Inn And Suites
Mackinaw Beach And Bay Hotel Mackinaw City
Mackinaw Beach Bay Inn
Mackinaw Beach Bay
Mackinaw Beach Bay Inn Suites
Mackinaw Beach & Bay & Suites
Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites Hotel
Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites Mackinaw City
Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites Hotel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

Guests positively rate the hotel's location in Mackinaw City, just steps from Edgewater Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. You'll also find Mackinaw City Dock and Mackinaw Crossings less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites include a casino on the premises?

No, Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

This lakeside hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a private beach and an indoor pool with some guestrooms featuring in-room massages.

Are there hot tubs at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

The closest major airport to Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites is Mackinac Island, MI (MCD), which is 12.2 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional), which is located 15.7 mi away (29-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites?

Yes, every guestroom at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites comes with a balcony/patio and some offer beach and courtyard views.

Does Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Mackinaw Beach & Bay Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 567 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 215 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1266 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, excellent location, right by the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, friendly staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and beautiful beach setting. Convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Would go back, front desk very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time here! Hotel was exactly what we need for a two night stay and trip to the island.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was very clean, very affordable, right on the beach, In mackinaw city. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice large rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was very helpful, beautiful beach view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, just wish they had a breakfast. Very conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great beach front property. Every room has a balcony and a spectacular view of the bay. The property is well cared for and the staff is friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. The views of the bridge and then the fireworks on Saturday night were perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice, very clean and the staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful hotel!! Had an awesome time!! Everything is super close but not close enough to feel crowded will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The balcony overlooked the beach and you could see the bridge. Loved the room location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly front desk staff. Room was clean and loved being so close to the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here every year for four years. We love it here for the location off the beaten path ,the staff, the water and the beach. Highly recommend it here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The "spa" was a disappointment and the pool area was a little out dated. Nice location and stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the view from our room!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a nice beach view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. The price was worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy our trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is walking distance to the ferry. And it is cheaper to buy the ferry tickets at the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was as described. Great views
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026