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Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

2.5 star property
Beach fun in indoor pool, near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Balcony view
Indoor pool
Interior entrance
Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers lakefront charm and practical comforts. Enjoy a full breakfast, relax in the spa tub, or take in garden and terrace views. Multilingual staff and a prime location near shopping and Lake Michigan make exploring easy.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is RM370
RM411 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(54 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Courtyard Area

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Single Bed, Accessible, Poolside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant 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 Twin Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area (with Sofabed)

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant 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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Located in Mackinaw City, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is in an area with great shopping. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and The Jewel at the Grand Hotel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Map
505 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Dock - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

Hotel near Lake Huron
Close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn provides free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool and outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, laundry services and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 114 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and outdoor pool access.

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

As of 4 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn on 13 Oct 2025 start from RM 370.17, excluding 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.

Is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this beach hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Lake Huron. Lake Michigan is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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Reviews

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 1092 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 330 out of 1092 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1092 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1092 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1092 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, friendly staff, within walking distance of shops and restaurants and beach, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Iram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet accommodations. Buffet breakfast a nice perk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT POOL AND HOT TUB
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of stores and restaurants nearby. Ship to Mackinaw Island in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location by the ferry to go to Mackinac island. Staff is friendly, included breakfast. Love that I could walk around for shopping and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for two night stay. It meet all our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lakefront room where you could walk out of the sliding glass door and you were on the beach. There was a fire pit and lots of chairs. Very nice beach area. Nice breakfast. Nice pool. Looking forwards to staying there again.
Nice view from room
Sunrise - View from room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and perfect
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to most of what Mackinaw City has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rajeev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shops nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice. Hotel room was nice, but could use updating. The view of the lake was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Camie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The proberty was in a great area within walki g distance of almost everything it was right on the water and had great views breakfast could have been better but was better than most hotels and the room was very clean the staff was very friendly and helpful overall i will definitely stay here again
Jetted tub king bed room
Back of the property
Back of the property
Back of the property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in a nice location. The kids loved the pool area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, service was great. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, staff were very friendly and the view from the balcony was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean rooms, helpful staff, great breakfast. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful location on the beach. Beds were comfortable and the room was spacious. We were able to walk to several dining places which was nice. The only negative was the breakfast was mostly sugar and carbs. Also, the breakfast was only served from 7-9.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025