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Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn
3 stars

Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

505 South Huron Avenue, Mackinaw City, MI 49701-9727, United States
Mackinaw City, MI
See location+1 231 436 5001
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AED 304
Cheapest

rate per night

7.2
Good
based on 1405 reviews
1,405 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
AED 304
Double room
AED 331
Standard Room
AED 338
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Situated close to Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry, this 3-star hotel provides a private beach. It also offers an express check-in and check-out feature, an indoor pool and a Jacuzzi.

Guests of BEST WESTERN Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have access to its wide variety of outdoor activities, such as fishing, hiking and scuba diving. Staff are available 24/7 and can help with booking tours and tickets.

Rooms at BEST WESTERN Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn come with hair dryers and refrigerators.

Those staying at the hotel can sit down to a unique dining experience at the on-site restaurant, conveniently based for those who want to stay close by when looking for a bite to eat. Guests looking for after-dinner entertainment can visit the property's casino.

BEST WESTERN Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is situated amongst the area's tourist attractions, including Old Mackinac Point Light and the Mackinac Bridge, which are within walking distance. Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry is also only five minutes away.

Rating
7.2
Good
Based on 1,405 verified guest reviews

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Sat 3/5
Sun 4/5
Standard Room
2 queen beds
AED 338
1 king bed
AED 359
2 queen beds
AED 359
King room
1 king bed
AED 349
bed type unknown
AED 359
1 king bed
AED 404
Double room
2 double beds
AED 331
2 double beds
AED 1,219
Queen room
2 queen beds
AED 304
2 queen beds
AED 313
2 queen beds
AED 314
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

  • Private beach
  • Snorkelling
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking

Basics

  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Things to do

  • Casino
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
  • Mini-golf
  • Water park
  • Night club
  • Hiking

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Allergy-free room
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Conference rooms

General

  • Family rooms
  • Lake view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Sofa
  • Solarium
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Spa bath
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Tumble dryer
  • Washing machine

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Spa and wellness centre

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service
  • Radio
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Shuttle service

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Indoor play area

Reviews of Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

7.2
Good
1405 verified ratings
Wonderful
494
Very good
260
Good
249
Okay
125
Fair
106
Mediocre
68
Poor
103

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and helpful staff, making it easy to access nearby attractions and amenities. However, many reviews highlighted significant cleanliness issues, particularly in the bathrooms and common areas, which detracted from the overall experience. Some guests also noted problems with room conditions and maintenance, indicating a need for improvements in these areas.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
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8.5
Very good
Kevin, May 2019
Pros (+) The breakfast was good. The location was prime for travel to the island, equidistant to each of the docks for the two major ferry lines. The room was nice, the staff was very helpful and knowledgeable of the area.
Cons (-) I don't like that the pool wasn't accessible without a trip outside. It was still cool enough outside that that was a deterrent from bringing my young kids to the pool. The layout was only ok for things like the breakfast location and pool location; they very much have the appearance that they were add-ons after the original building was completed. I also had an issue with our toilet not wanting t...
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2016
Pros (+) Staff were friendly, rooms spacious and comfortable and breakfast was very good.
Cons (-) No complaints
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2015
Pros (+) Impressed by the size of the room for the price we paid. We were not in the room much - only to sleep. We had a lakeview room that had an awesome sunrise the following morning. The room was clean and the heat worked great. We were freezing from being @ the island most of the day in 32 degree weather and when we got back to the room it was super warm and the beds were comfortable. Good selection of...
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2015
Pros (+) What we liked best was the way the rooms are set up. There is an open suite with a private room on each side. The rooms are lovely, nice linens, towels, pillows, and comfortable beds. We were traveling with my brothers and their wives, whom we haven't seen in a long time. It made it easy for us to spend time together. Plus, the location was central enough for us to walk to restaurants and local st...
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9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2015
Pros (+) Large room, very clean and close to shopping and dining. Breakfast choices were plentiful.
7.7
Good
Anonymous, Jun 2015
Pros (+) I liked the area, rooms were good too, very nice front desk staff. The beach had nice chairs and was clean. Hotel was quiet too.
Cons (-) The outdoor concourse was not clean, the drainage pipe on the beach was definitely an eye sore, pool hours are not very good as it needs to be open much earlier than 11am.
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2015
Pros (+) Great staff, comfortable beds, beautiful location, good value. Very clean and up to date. This is my second summer vacation here and I plan to continue to come back.
Cons (-) My screen door was broken, which wouldn't be a big deal, but northern Michigan has SO MANY BUGS!!!
6.0
Okay
dmoshier, Jun 2015
Pros (+) Room was clean and in good repair. Bfast buffet was very nice. Front desk manager very nice and helpful. Hotel location central to most everything in Mackinaw City. We got a good deal on the internet. Overall facility looked clean and in good repair.
Cons (-) A good deal on the internet meant a poor view out of our room--we looked out half to part of the parking lot (which always-every day- had laundry and carts and other maintenance items and half to the opposite side of the hallway. A good deal also meant lots of foot traffic by our door at all hours. Our mattress was very worn and needed to be turned or flipped or something. When we arrived, we enco...
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9.1
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2015
Pros (+) We stay at this Best Western every year. We like the location and the breakfast buffet is great. the staff is always very friendly.
Cons (-) Even though I had paid for the room when I booked it, I was charged again when I arrived. However, everything was straightened out when I left.
9.4
Wonderful
jfifarek, May 2015
Pros (+) Great location.
Cons (-) disappointed to find out it would have been $30 (approximately) cheaper if I booked direct with the Hotel

Location

505 South Huron Avenue, Mackinaw City, MI 49701-9727

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum0.6 km
  • Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum Inc.0.6 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse1.2 km
  • Colonial Michilimackinac Park1.3 km
  • Fort Michilimackinac1.3 km
  • Mackinac Bridge2.3 km
  • McGulpin Point Light3.8 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn

  • Where is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn located?

    Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is located at 505 South Huron Avenue in Downtown, 0.3 km from the centre of Mackinaw City. Mackinaw Bridge Museum is the closest landmark to Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn.

  • Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offer free parking?

    Yes, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn offers free parking.

  • How far is Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn from the airport?

    Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is 23.7 km from Pellston Emmet County. Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn is 56.1 km from Sault Ste. Marie Chippewa County.

  • Does Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn have a pool?

    Yes, Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Inn has a pool on-site.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.1

Distance to city centre

0.3 km

Nearest airport

Pellston Emmet County

Distance to airport

23.3 km

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