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Bayside Hotel of Mackinac

Property class: 2.5

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Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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726 S Huron Ave., Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Edgewater Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Court Side)

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

Bayside Hotel of Mackinac places you within a 10-minute stroll of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Edgewater Beach. This 61-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a free water park, a private beach, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Bayside Hotel of Mackinac

Guests of Bayside Hotel of Mackinac enjoy a free water park, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. Free parking is available if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide concierge services. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a 24-hour gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free long-distance calls are also available.
An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a water park, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center.

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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in for this property is based at a different location, next door at The Bayside Hotel Of Mackinac.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50.0 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

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

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 50.0 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • 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:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Bayside Hotel Mackinac
Bayside Hotel Mackinac Mackinaw City
Bayside Mackinac
Bayside Mackinac Mackinaw City
Bayside Of Mackinac
Bayside Hotel of Mackinac Hotel
Bayside Hotel of Mackinac Mackinaw City
Bayside Hotel of Mackinac Hotel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac?

Bayside Hotel of Mackinac offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Bayside Hotel of Mackinac?

Located steps from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, this hotel is in Mackinaw City, and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Edgewater Beach. You'll also find Mackinaw City Dock and Mackinaw Crossings less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac?

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

Does Bayside Hotel of Mackinac have a casino on the premises?

No, Bayside Hotel of Mackinac doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Bayside Hotel of Mackinac?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a hydromassage showerhead as well as an indoor pool and a hot tub.

Does Bayside Hotel of Mackinac have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Bayside Hotel of Mackinac feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Bayside Hotel of Mackinac doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Bayside Hotel of Mackinac allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac for a fee of USD 50.0 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Bayside Hotel of Mackinac have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Bayside Hotel of Mackinac?

The closest major airport to Bayside Hotel of Mackinac is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional), which is 15.7 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mackinac Island, MI (MCD), which is around 7.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Bayside Hotel of Mackinac.

Bayside Hotel of Mackinac Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 273 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 167 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 128 out of 1000 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waterpark was great for the grandsons. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful nice rooms kid had a blast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean.we enjoy the water park, the hot tub and the pool was all good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ok, hotell for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to stay, it was nice having the hallways having A/C. Just no continental breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was an absolute delight and such a great location, discount for Arnold ferry right across the street and a 5 min walk to Mackinaw Crossings
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Water park is more for smaller kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Loved the hot tub and kids loved water park. Water park a long walk to destination and combined hotels use same water park not to busy. Crown royal was main and I seen the room much better
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was decent and good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly when my car broke down on my way home.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The water park was a hit with kids. Only difficulty was getting to it. You need to go to the third floor and go down stairs to get to it from the hotel. We found it easier to walk around the building and enter near the cabins. Rooms were clean, beds and pillows comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. Plenty of parking, we were allowed to park our motorcycles under the entrance awning. Nice craft beer place next door, be aware that it closes at 9 pm. Pool and a kid’s indoor water park were located next door with another hotel. The two are attached at the 2nd floor by a skybridge. Good value hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was clean, quiet and convenient. Staff was nice and room was very comfortable. Things I noticed from others negative reviews, there is plenty of hot water it just takes a while to warm up, be patient. Yes you have to walk across a bridge to get to the waterpark/pool/hot tub, but it's an enclosed walkway on the 3rd floor, no big deal, not far and the entire water park has been renovated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a good stay very quiet safe place walkable to pretty much the entire downtown n lake access in several different areas!!! directly across the street from arnold ferry service to Mackinaw island which was very convient n saved on parking fees!! The hotel itself is quiet safe n for the most part clean there is no breakfast but I would prefer the waterpark / pool area over n a free breakfast!! waterpark was a plus with the kids yes it does need a lil maintenance but overall it was jus what I needed for me and 2 small kids for 3 days!! I would stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
No breakfast included (they would recommend a restaurant w/ coupon) even though it's in their hotel ads. Water park is on another building and it open 2pm and closes 7pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The photos displayed on Expedia are nothing like in person. The waterpark is diabolical. Both of my kids had an immediate panic attack stepping foot in the cesspool. Water damage everywhere through the hotel, cramped rooms, creepy hallways, open closets that are falling apart. I’m honestly not sure how the hotel is passing health code.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were small with too much furniture, and beds were also small. The rooms could use some serious updating as the furniture was outdated and sticky. We will not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and no moldy smells. Waterpark area was ok, hot tub and sauna were hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no breakfast available
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms were okay and clean but on the smaller side. We went during the high air quality alert during the wildfire. We were grateful for the fact that we could use the indoor waterpark until someone opened up every single window within the water park when the air quality was at 1000. My kids and my husband started feeling ill and we had to return back to our room. Also my daughter’s finger was stuck within one of the waterslides after she went down it and all the paint was chipping from the equipment as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026