The Beach House

Hotels
Independent
8.2 (137 reviews)
11490 Us Hwy 23, Mackinaw City, Michigan, 49701 , Mackinaw City , US

Facilities

Boat tours nearby
Parasailing nearby
Free WiFi
Designated smoking area
Picnic area
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Front desk (limited hours)
On private beach
Parasailing nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean cabins
Great location
Cons:
Dated furniture
Poor connectivity with outlets

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Rooms were clean but very dated according to some reviews.
Service
8.55
Staff was friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Location
8.59
Nice beach access and waterfront location were appreciated.
Room Quality
7.54
Cabins are very dated with old furniture, although several reviews mentioned comfort.
Amenities
8.07
Amenities were suitable for a beach stay, but some are outdated.
Value for Money
8.03
Reasonable pricing, though some felt they could have found better options.
Food and Beverage
8.28
No specific comments on food and beverage, rated standard for a hotel of this tier.
Overall Experience
8.45
Overall, guests had a good experience with a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 19:56

Property Description

Beachfront Relaxation: Enjoy direct access to Lake Huron for a day of sun and sand at our private beach.

Leisure Facilities: Take advantage of our indoor pool, spa tub, and picnic area for a fun-filled stay.

Convenient Amenities: From complimentary Wi-Fi to free self-parking, we provide all the essentials for a hassle-free visit.

Don't miss a chance to unwind by the beach and explore the nearby attractions. Book your stay at The Beach House for a memorable Mackinaw City getaway.

Important information:

  • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Health & Safety

    Property uses a professional cleaning service

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 137 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 8.55
Location: 8.59
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.03
Food and Beverage: 8.28
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Richard family_with_children us
10
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Melinda couple us
8
Pros:

We did get an upgrade to a larger cabin for a small fee.

Cons:

No grab bars in shower.

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Orietta couple us
8
Confortable
Pros:

Just in front of the beach with a great view!

Cons:

Bathroom was too small

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Steve solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

We stayed in a 2 queen bed cottage and it was just my husband and I, so we had plenty of room.

Cons:

Coffee in room was not very good and the shower needs some work

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Cohen couple us
9
Gorgeous beaches and cozy rooms with friendly staff.
Pros:

The rooms were cute and very comfortable and cozy, the beach was clean and gorgeous, and it was in a fantastic location that gave a view of the island and the bridge. The main town was a 1 minute drive or short walk away. Shelly did a fantastic job cleaning our room and made it extremely comfortable to stay in.

Cons:

The bathroom and shower was quite small, making it hard for a tall person like myself. The wifi would cut out somewhat frequently and it never connected to the tv well enough to watch streaming on it.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Christine M couple us
10
great
Pros:

we didn’t get breakfast with our cottage

Cons:

we would have liked a kitchen so we didn’t have to eat out

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Lindholm couple us
8
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Allison solo_traveller us
8
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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lindypatricia solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Colleen family_with_children us
7
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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matthew solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Makenna couple us
10
The gentleman at the front desk (I never caught his name) was so friendly and caring. He upgraded our room for free so w
Pros:

The property was easy to find, close to the water, and felt like home.

Cons:

Our shower was very small and didn’t drain well, but we made it work!

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Emma couple us
5
Pros:

It was clean

Cons:

The cabin was SO tiny. Not what I paid for. It was like a garden shed turned cabin. Definitely some DIY stuff. If you are a bigger person I do NOT recommend letting them put you in cabin 9. I definitely got charged more than I should have been.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Linda couple us
10
Nice facility close to town and the beach.
Pros:

Newly remodeled

Cons:

The circuit was tripped for 1/2 the cottage - figured it out after a while so it wasn’t a big problem.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple us
7
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Lori couple us
3
First time to this city and we saw many nicer places to stay. We won't stay here again.
Pros:

Location was nice to be right on the water. The surrounds were quiet, but parking was cramped.

Cons:

First impression of the site: I wasn't sure if it was operating as the front flowers and weeds were so overgrown.
The person checking us in said the heat in our room would only go to 70. Probably because the area where the water lines came in you could see the ground.
Found blood stains on a pillow...yuck.
Be cautious, the outside pictures of the units are the newer cabins, which they only have three of them. We were offered an upgrade for an additional $100/night, but declined.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Tajinderpal family_with_children it
10
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Angela solo_traveller ca
9
We enjoyed everything about it & glad we upgraded to beach front
Pros:

The location was great.
The cabin was clean & quaint
The service was great & friendly

Cons:

Just the fish flies were bad

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Fossee couple us
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple us
10
Very excited about the upgrade.
Pros:

The room was very nice.

Cons:

It was right next to the road, but it worked out fine.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee