Bayside Hotel of Mackinac

Hotels
6.4 (1344 reviews)
726 South Huron , Mackinaw City , us

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Staff friendliness
Waterpark
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated rooms
Insufficient breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
5.25
Many reviews highlight dirty rooms and bathrooms.
Service
8.05
Staff were mentioned positively in several reviews.
Location
8.75
Convenient location near ferry and good walking opportunities.
Room Quality
5.25
Consistency of outdated rooms and maintenance issues.
Amenities
5.75
Amenities like the waterpark and breakfast were mentioned but with mixed reviews.
Value for Money
6.25
Value considered acceptable given the price.
Food and Beverage
4.25
Complaints about lack of breakfast options.
Overall Experience
7.65
Mixed feelings but some guests expressed willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 13:20

Property Description

Lakefront Property with Exciting Amenities

Indoor and Outdoor Pool Options: Enjoy the thrill of a water slide and water playground in the indoor pool, or soak up the sun by the seasonal outdoor pool with a hot tub.

Comfortable and Modern Accommodations: Relax in spacious guestrooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, plush bedding, and a cozy seating area.

Convenient Location for Exploring: Just a short walk from the ferry terminal to Mackinac Island and close to Mackinaw City's dining, shopping, and famous fudge shops. Plus, easy access to the iconic Mackinaw Bridge.

Book your stay at the Bayside Hotel of Mackinac now for a memorable lakeside getaway!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 AM
Airport code: PLN

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.4
Based on 1344 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.25
Service: 8.05
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 5.25
Amenities: 5.75
Value for Money: 6.25
Food and Beverage: 4.25
Overall Experience: 7.65
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John solo_traveller us
6
Pros:

Close proximity to ferry to Macinaw Islandg

Cons:

No breakfast offering

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Shannon solo_traveller us
5
Pros:

Close to everything

Cons:

The curtains were broke and the people above us were so loud and stomping on the ground we didnt get to sleep until after midnight.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Mark family_with_children us
8
Comfortable rooms, reasonable price
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Bruce solo_traveller us
8
Cons:

Plug-in outlets inside room need replacing and more should be added toilets make to much noise should upgrade , tv programing sucks

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
G
Gary family_with_children us
1
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
F
Fawn solo_traveller us
4
I would not stay here again.
Pros:

Location across from ferry

Cons:

Noise, outdated, waterpark looked condemned

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Raymond family_with_children us
3
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Toilet was clogged when we got there, bed sheet had blood stain on it. Not a very clean place. Won't go back

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Paul couple us
8
They had many amenities but they were underutilized, maybe this will change as the season progresses
Pros:

Free waterpark and indoor pool - even though I never got around to using them. The location was great and near things to do. The rooms were clean and economical.

Cons:

There was no continental breakfast even though they had a large breakfast room that would have been great for that purpose. The indoor pool + the carpet led to a musty wet small that aggravated my husband's allergies.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Halie family_with_children us
6
You get what you pay for
Pros:

The property is what you’d expect in comparing the cost to other places. The location is only a short walk into center of town and Mackinaw Crossing. Right across the street from ferry dock.

Cons:

There was garbage still under the backside of the bed and food splatter on the wall above where trash bin sits from previous guests. The toilet clogged easily, they had to come fix it…we also had requested maid service many times. Even left the thing out on the door. We stayed for 5 nights so our trash was considerably piled up, full of old stinky food, and yet they’d never come when requested. So if maid service is important for you..don’t bother.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Jeronimo solo_traveller es
8
Pros:

Todo bien en general. Habíamos leído opiniones bastante negativas pero nuestra experiencia ha sido buena en general..

Cons:

Habíamos reservado para 5 personas y al llegar al hotel nos hicieron pagar una cama supletoria extra.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Bryon family_with_children us
7
1 night only!!! No place I would stay for any length of time
Pros:

Water park for kids

Cons:

Out dated, small rooms, swop access on outside doors did not work - doors held open by rock

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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DAVID SCHAFER solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

View

Cons:

Rugs need cleaned
Dead bolt didn't work

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Amber solo_traveller us
1
Cons:

No wash cloths, pool was horrible and dirty and everything smelled like mold

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
S
Stanley family_with_children us
5
Pros:

Conveniently located

Cons:

The shower had no hot water, the room was run down, and it was very noisy.

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
B
Bruce solo_traveller us
9
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
D
Davinderpreet family_with_children us
7
Convenient location but no amenities
Pros:

We picked this place due to the location and price. It was great being able to walk across the street to access the ferry to Mackinaw Island. Budget friendly option. And about a 5 minute drive to downtown.

Cons:

The description said there was beach access. It advertised as having a water park. I didn't realize until after getting there, that these amenities were shared with neighboring hotels. We checked out both locations but did not really suit what we were looking for. So this was a bit of a let down.

Our room was clean overall. Our window looked out at the building next door so very little natural light. The carpet had some spots. The bathroom fan did not work, and we couldn't figure out the hot water until the second day (you had to jiggle the handle). There was no iron. But for the price and the little time we spent in the room, it met our needs.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
D
Dawn family_with_children us
5
Pros:

Location - staff pleasant and helped with a plumbing issue

Cons:

Run down - no breakfast

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Jenna couple us
8
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Mari solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

How friendly the staff was and how clean the room was

Cons:

The coffee pot in my room was missing the piece that held the coffee in so I couldn't make any coffee in the morning

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Matthew family_with_children us
8
Stay was great….loved the water park and arcade…wish they would invest some money into the water damage
Pros:

Great water park,arcade

Cons:

Mold and lots of water damage throughout the hotel

2026-06-18 via Nuitee