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Mackinac Lodge

2.0 star property
Travelers recharge at the seasonal outdoor pool or find relaxation in the sauna at this welcoming lakeside retreat near Lake Michigan

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Mackinac Lodge provides a refreshing escape with complimentary water park access and a spa tub for unwinding after a day of exploration. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, convenient free self parking, and access to a nearby indoor pool during their stay.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Classic Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City is home to Mackinac Lodge. 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. Visit our Mackinaw City travel guide
Map
716 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • The Ferry Terminal for the craft plying between Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island Michigan
    Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mackinaw Crossings
    Mackinaw Crossings
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min drive
  • Keyhole Bar & Grill
    12 min walk
  • Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store
    11 min drive
  • Clyde's Drive-In
    11 min drive
  • Dixie Saloon
    11 min walk

About this property

Mackinac Lodge

Hotel near Lake Huron
Located close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Mackinac Lodge provides free water park access, a sauna, and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Mackinac Lodge boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Free water park
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Fenced pool
  • Free water park access
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 26 to September 23

Property is also known as

Mackinac Lodge Hotel
Mackinac Lodge Mackinaw City
Mackinac Lodge Hotel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

Does Mackinac Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Mackinac Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mackinac Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mackinac Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mackinac Lodge located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Lake Michigan is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Mackinac Lodge Reviews

6.8

6.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 192 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Tammie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed in a room at the lodge and were pleasantly surprised by the cozy cabin decor. The warmth and charm of the room gave our vacation a true getaway feeling.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Liked the location and lodge interior.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the tourist shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always accommodating and allows us to check in early year after year. The rooms are in excellent quality. They are very informative at the front desk about events, tours, shuttles, ferries. Always a pleasure to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A few issues

Lodge rooms need renovation. Bathroom smell of mildew/mold. The beds cratered &need replaced, but neither of us found them so poor we could not sleep. The room was large and clean, but overall a bit lacking. We enjoyed the location and the lodge feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Check in staff was awesome and helpful! Got a first floor room which we appreciated!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and conveniently located. Walls are a wee thin and the wireless is spotty, but overall an okay place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in the lodge. The room was in good shape. The bathroom needed an update. A good feature is the water park.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elmer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good StY

Location location location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was very quiet. I slept well. Close walk to the Starline Ferry. Its across the street. Easy bike ride to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Amenities
Clerk at check-in was excellent. Beds were comfortable. Smelled like cat urine and mold. Bathroom needs remodeled. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brice

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I could go on and on and make this review very long how often do you get long reviews about good things how often do places that deserve good reviews not get them well I feel it's certainly this facilities turn to have a round of applause for its welcoming feel with great stuff curb appeal very comfort inn quiet clean inside and out I was very impressed I worked in HR for many years in hospitality as well aship and it is a rarity for me to be able to not find a flaw because you guys a che
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No microwave. Outrageous fees for dogs. But bed was comfortable. Staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Inside of the rooms were good. Outside conditions not very good. Pealing paint,moldy carpet,dirty railings.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Holly

Disliked: Amenities
Quiet and slept well. A little outdated, but overall clean and a nice place to sleep. Beach access across the street was dirty and not really somewhere we wanted to swim and relax. There was no microwave in the room which made it hard to reheat our leftovers. Overall a nice place and it was cheap. I would stay here again. Also loved that they allowed our dog. And other dogs on the property. We are a dog loving family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Donald

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For Mackinaw City, it was adequate accommodation. Water park was a big hit with the kids, and being able to walk to the ferry was a definite win. Check in folks were very pleasant and professional. There was a massive hole in the shared driveway than had broken metal sticking up 3 or 4 inches above the pavement which could have caused serious tire damage had the water level been high enough to cover it…which it was. We were lucky enough to have seen the ‘drain of death’ before the rain hit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute property, appropriate for the price.

The rooms were cute and rustic. There were a few maintenance issues that I felt the cleaning crew should have noticed so I just dealt with since it was just me and my boys. The main room light didn't work. It kept flickering. The hot water in the tub didn't shut off. It kept running. (not dripping, running) the knob was stripped. So housekeeping should have noticed had they cleaned the shower. Otherwise, the room was what I expected for the price I paid. It was very comfortable and rustic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christina

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room looks like it is a camping cabin from 1970. Right down to the hanging light fixtures with cracked shades. Extremely old blue tub and shower with no grip on the bottom. The caulking around everything was molded and cracked. Mold on the bathroom ceiling, probably due to no bathroom fan. Every outlet was so loose, you can't plug anything in, the plugs fall out. The hair dryer has literally never been cleaned and had no air flow. I tried to clean it and the dust was rusted into the grate and won't come off, and smells like it's on fire. We had only 1 washcloth in our room when we arrived, and no one answered when we called so we had to walk across the parking lot in the rain to get some. Parking lot had a huge lake in the middle of it. You can hear EVERYTHING in your neighbor's room. And smell the pot they are smoking on their little porch... because you have to open the bathroom window to get any air to clear the moisture in the bathroom. One thing that was good was that the beds were comfortable and clean. Oh... and had a fridge but no microwave, so that was odd.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was great to have the water park, the front office they were very friendly and thoughtful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rate, great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy beds, rooms were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel rooms were good for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really enjoyed the waterpark but if it wasn’t for that we wouldn’t have been satisfied at all. Our room floor was very dirty and the beds were not comfortable .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst hotel ever

This hotel is garbage. I stay at a lot of hotels for work and this is by far the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in. Dirty, unkempt, and the owners obviously don’t care because there are the same reviews from 2 years ago and nothing has changed. Do NOT stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025