Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

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Best Western
7.8 (1845 reviews)
505 South Huron Avenue , Mackinaw City , us
+1 231-436-5001

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Free
Children 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:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
6.8
Room cleanliness was an issue, not properly cleaned after previous guests.
Service
8.3
Service was friendly and accommodating, though some staff were less engaged.
Location
9.3
Location is excellent, close to the beach and other attractions.
Room Quality
7.8
Rooms were comfortable, but some were dated and required maintenance.
Amenities
7.3
Basic amenities provided but some guests mentioned accessibility issues.
Value for Money
7.8
Generally good value for the price but expectations were not fully met.
Food and Beverage
6.8
Breakfast options were acceptable but not outstanding.
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall experience was pleasant with some areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-19 04:20

Property Description

Private Beach Access and Lake Views
Experience the serenity of your own private beach at Best Western Dockside, with stunning views of Lake Huron from your room's private balcony.

Comfort and Convenience
Enjoy the convenience of in-room refrigerators, coffee makers, and hair dryers in every guest room. Upgrade to a room with a kitchenette or seating area with a sofa bed for extra comfort.

Amenities for Every Guest
Whether you prefer relaxing by the swimming pool, working out in the fitness center, or staying connected with free Wi-Fi, Best Western Dockside has something for everyone.

Book your stay now at Best Western Dockside for a perfect blend of relaxation and convenience.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PLN

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 44.43
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: Yes
  • Elevator Visual Signs: Yes
  • Lifts Accessible: No
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Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1845 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.8
Service: 8.3
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 7.3
Value for Money: 7.8
Food and Beverage: 6.8
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Darrien • couple • us
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • family_with_children • us
6
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Cindy • family_with_children • us
6
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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kevin • couple • us
5
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Jason • family_with_children • us
8
Hard to beat the location and accessible beach.
Pros:

Location is great with beautiful lake breeze and lake view.

Cons:

Room wasn’t very clean, it’s an older hotel. Prices are pretty high.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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WILLIAM • family_with_children • us
9
Gret location, view of bridge and beach
Cons:

Hours to short. ended at 9AM. sliding door and screen worn/old, towels thin. need replaced

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Christine • family_with_children • us
6
Pros:

Room was clean. Beds were comfortable

Cons:

For the price we paid for the room the tv should have been working. Called the front desk and they said they were not hooked up yet

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Vang • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Charmain • solo_traveller • us
6
Was hoping for more
Pros:

Great location! Room was clean. Breakfast was plentiful with a good variety of hot and cold food.

Cons:

No assistance was offered by the front desk or in room regarding amenities. Breakfast was from 7a -9a. The only information provided. No instructions for the TV. Highly frustrating. No microwave in room. No information on the local area or activities. Only a flyer with restaurant coupons.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • us
9
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Doug • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Steffany • couple • us
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Blanca • solo_traveller • us
8
Cons:

Que tenia el yacusi en el piso de abajo

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Don • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • couple • us
3
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Ken • couple • us
7
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • solo_traveller • us
9
I loved the accomodations and would return again and again. The staff was genuinely kind and helpful
Pros:

The room was spotless, the bed incredibly comfortable, and all the expected amenities were in place. I appreciated the convenient charging outlets and the extra‑large TV, which made the stay even better.

Cons:

Thought the breakfast could have been elevated with more protein options. However that was not a deal breaker by any stretch.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Omar • couple • us
10
Good place for a nice and pleasant vacation
Pros:

Excellent location, super friendly staff

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Araki • family_with_children • us
4
It was serviceable but maybe not a place you want to go back to.
Pros:

The location right on the beach was amazing. My children and husband loved it. It was conveniently located close to the ferry and the downtown was close and walkable. The hot tub was actually hot!

Cons:

It cost 500.00 more than it should have because I used a booking site. It was old and shabby. The breakfast area was hot and not airconditioned. The air conditioner in the room only worked half of the time. The pool had so many chemicals in it that it burned our skin.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee