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Great Lakes Inn

2.0 star property
Family-friendly motel with outdoor pool, near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Reception
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
Property entrance
Exterior
Surrounded by Mackinaw City's natural charm, Great Lakes Inn offers a welcoming retreat for families. Take advantage of the indoor and outdoor pools, unwind in the spa tub, or let kids burn off energy at the playground. With laundry facilities and a restaurant on site, your stay is sure to be relaxing.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Hot tub
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Playground on-site
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Television

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bund Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Accessible Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted tub

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Romantic Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Jetted bath
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed Pet Friendly

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed Pet Friendly

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds Pet Friendly

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds Pet Friendly

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds Pet Friendly

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Handicap Accessible Double bed Jetted tub

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Handicap Accessible Double bed Jetted tub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
150 Old U.S. 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive
  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 32 min drive
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free casino shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Great Lakes Inn

When you stay at Great Lakes Inn, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Guests can splash around at the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. An indoor pool and a hot tub are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 46 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges USD 3 for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Free ferry terminal shuttle
DONE

Off-site

    • Free casino shuttle
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Playground

What to do

  • Personal watercraft (motorised)
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of USD 3

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Great Lakes Inn Mackinaw City
Great Lakes Inn
Great Lakes Mackinaw City
Great Lakes Inn Motel
Great Lakes Inn Mackinaw City
Great Lakes Inn Motel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Lakes Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Great Lakes Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Great Lakes Inn?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Great Lakes Inn?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Great Lakes Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Great Lakes Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Great Lakes Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Great Lakes Inn and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and kayaking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Relax in the hot tub and take invigorating swims in the indoor and outdoor pools. Great Lakes Inn also has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Great Lakes Inn?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Great Lakes Inn like?

Great Lakes Inn is a short 6-minute walk from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and 9 minutes' walk from Lake Huron.

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Reviews

Great Lakes Inn Reviews

6.2

Good

6.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.2

Eco-friendliness

5.8

Property conditions & facilities

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Ferry

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Worth staying!

Really nice clean room. Would be happy to stay again. Heat and air worked well and the appliances all functioned appropriately for room 207.
Ed, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

It was not soothing
William, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Outdated heat & AC units. Door would not lock. Had to lift door for it to align to lock. Very noisy. Car alarm going off at 4am. Could hear people all hours of the night.
Robin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I guess for what I paid is what u get. Place advertised having pool and hot tub no such thing hot tub no working. In door pool dirty Tv in room was smaller then advertised.
paul, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was clean, but tired. Good location, view and value. Walk to ferry and brew pub.
Joseph, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

W

I booked a room with 2 queen beds and got 2 full beds. My kids were fighting all night
melissa, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Not so good, bed ; hot shower was a cold shower, maybe like warm. No breakfast offered
tammie, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Don’t even think about it

We booked short notice, less than 24hrs. Arrived at property and the lobby was closed, pool and hot tub were closed. Did not even look like it was open . We tried to cancel but they would not give us a refund. We ended up eating the fees and going to a different location
Beverly, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Didn't stay for the 2nd night.

No desk service, it was next door at the Thunderbird Motel. The room was modest, but the odor of disinfectant spray was upsetting. The beds were of minimal comfort. We were touring all day and returned after 9 pm to find no cleaning had been done and we would be sharing a towel in the morning. The odor was still disturbing. We booked a room at another hotel.
Geoffrey, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Listed Amenities like the pool or free WiFi are not available. Had to walk next door to check in.
Markus, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Smells horrible in room. First room they gave us was still dirty. Pool was good but cold. Hot water took forever to get hot and no pressure. Beds not very comfortable.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This place was great for the price
MARY ANN, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The front desk staff was friendly and overall was good accommodation.
JODY, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I would definitely stay here again
Kerri, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

we found medication bottle on our room, grapes behind a bench molded it was disgusting in the room
Nicole, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice little spot, walking distance to casino easy drive to downtown Mackinaw city
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful front office staff (thanks Nal!) Loved the indoor pool and hot tub.
Thomas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was very friendly and accommodating
Cheryl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and friendly staff. Would stay again
gary, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The pools and hot tub I are empty . No options were given. Had to check in at another hotel? Place is old and run down. Found used coffee pod in the coffee maker so I know it wasn’t cleaned.
JEAN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient to focks for our one night stay on our way to the island
Carrie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice rooms,
Sehjmeet, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Dirty broken beds. Room never cleaned. No front desk had to go to next property. No pool had to go next door. Totally misrepresented would never go again.
Patricia, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good location
LUIS, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Amazing
2-night trip