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Clarion Hotel Beachfront
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115 rooms on property
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905 South Huron Ave
Mackinaw City, MI 49701
Toll-Free: 800-517-0043Mackinaw City, MI 49701
115 rooms on property
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FREE Wi-Fi
Private sandy beach! Adjacent to Mackinac Island Ferry Docks. Family stays free with one paying adult. Near shops & restaurants. Lakefront rooms with private balconies. High Speed internet access. Indoor heated pool & whirlpool, in-room jacuzzis. Microwaves, in-room coffee, hair dryers, irons & boards, refrigerators. Remote control cable color TV with HBO, ESPN, CNN. Excellent view of Mackinac Island & Mackinac Bridge!
Experience the Victorian Elegance and Charm of the New Clarion Hotel in Mackinaw City! The Clarion Hotel Beachfront offers a fabulous view of Mackinac Island's natural beauty and the architectual wonder of the Mackinac Bridge. The three diamond AAA Clarion Hotel is conveniently located adjacent to Mackinac Island ferries, restaurants, and the downtown shopping area.
A favorite of our yearly visitors is our 1400 foot private sandy beach offering our guests the opportunity to swim and splash in the crystal clear waters of Lake Huron.
Experience the Victorian Elegance and Charm of the New Clarion Hotel in Mackinaw City! The Clarion Hotel Beachfront offers a fabulous view of Mackinac Island's natural beauty and the architectual wonder of the Mackinac Bridge. The three diamond AAA Clarion Hotel is conveniently located adjacent to Mackinac Island ferries, restaurants, and the downtown shopping area.
A favorite of our yearly visitors is our 1400 foot private sandy beach offering our guests the opportunity to swim and splash in the crystal clear waters of Lake Huron.
Clarion Hotel Beachfront
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4.5
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5
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1213 user reviews from real surveys by real customers that actually stayed at the hotel.
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Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Erin from Toledo stayed in August 2025The hotel was in a great location & we loved being right on the beach. The bedding & towels were clean but the rest of the room wasnt as clean- the walls were noticeably dirty & the shower faucets didnt look very clean. That said, for the price & location, it was a good deal & we enjoyed our stay. The pool was cloudy but you can swim in the lake. The employee in the front office was super friendly & helpful.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Karen from New Port Richey stayed in September 2025Very nice room. Loved the jacuzzi tub.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Karen from Crosby stayed in September 2025Great location, good valueSmelled a littleThese comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Maria from Kalamazoo stayed in September 2025The staff was super friendly. The room had the perfect view. Everything was nice and clean. I would highly recommend it.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Thomas from Camby stayed in September 2025Room was spacious and clean. Staff was respectful of our privacy. The breakfast was adequate. The location was perfect for us.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront William from Westerville stayed in September 2025Great view from lake front room on 3rd floor. However, you have to carry your luggage up the stairs which is very difficult for older customers. Required several trips up and down to get all of the luggage.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Thomas from Jasonville stayed in September 2025Nice property with lake side views. Staff easy to work withThese comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Anita from Oregon stayed in September 2025Very good price, good location in regards to attractions, room was pretty clean but not spotless, breakfast was average but good, outside facilities couls stand some cleaning to look it's best.Overall good value.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Michael from Highland stayed in September 2025The room was fine, but the breakfast offerings could have been better.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Douglas from Surprise stayed in September 2025Overall, very nice. We upgraded from our original reservation and we were pleased with the room, beachfront balcony, etc. Generally a nice property, though like most in the area, could use some TLC.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Margo from Madison stayed in September 2025For the money, it was good. Great staff. Breakfast was so so.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Kristin from Brookfield stayed in September 2025Overall, we were happy with our stay. Liked the view of the water, staff was friendly. Could use more/better outlet options in the room.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Antonia from Brant stayed in September 2025Quiet, easy access, helpful staffThese comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Kawthar from Worth stayed in August 2025Friendly staff, beautiful view, good breakfastThese comments are from a verified stay1 person found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Larry from Grand Rapids stayed in August 2025Hotel is very adequate & was as represented online. It is very dated . Staff was pleasant.These comments are from a verified stay1 person found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Scott from Waterloo stayed in October 2025Older but still nice right & on the beach. I would stay againThese comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Michael from Valparaiso stayed in October 2025Property is older but very well kept. Breakfast is nicely done. Front desk staff are very friendly and helpful. We have stayed at this venue in the past and the front desk staff has evolved into a pleasant group.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Martha from Saint Louis stayed in August 2025Of the three hotels we stayed in over the summer this was our favorite. The room was nice, clean, quiet, and there was breakfast available. With the availability of the Shepler shuttle, we had the convenience of parking as well.These comments are from a verified stay1 person found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Richard from Huron stayed in August 2025The hotel was goodBut very outdated. It was on the beach and the location was nice but really worn out. I keptLooking at the other hotels which were much nicer and updated. But we hadNo realIssues. All good but at this time it would be hard for me to recommend to ithersThese comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Kathleen from Battle Creek stayed in September 2025I did not know when I checked in they did not have daily cleaning service. I had to inquire about needing toilet tissue and extra towels. Had I known in advance I would have hung my towels for later use. That should have been posted.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Sandy from Cambridge stayed in August 2025Staff was very accommodating and room was clean and affordableThese comments are from a verified stay1 person found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Joan from Stevensville stayed in August 2025This hotel was quiet and clean. It's in a good location. We did not use the pool so are unsure of what it was like. The breakfast was pretty good including ham, pancakes, muffins, boiled eggs, yogurt, bread. The furnishings are a bit dated but ok. The view of the lake is great for a lakeview room. The beach area was clean with firepits.These comments are from a verified stay2 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Keith from Evansville stayed in August 2025Good beach setting close to Arnold Ferries and excellent restaurants. We were able to walk to all of our evening and day activities.These comments are from a verified stay1 person found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront John from Oxford stayed in August 2025It was a good stayThese comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront William from Grand Rapids stayed in September 2025Room was clean but in need of maintenance. Nothing major.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Robert from Frederic stayed in August 2025My wife and I were happy with the ease of online booking and the online discounted prices for the variety of rooms. Our room was clean, and the jetted tub was great. We had a quiet, restful night and a nice breakfast before we checked out.These comments are from a verified stay1 person found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Hasanain from Berkley stayed in August 2025HiEverything is good but I have some points to say about the sink it's barley running it seems nobody cleanning it. Second issue the breakfast is so poor it needs more options to put in the table.These comments are from a verified stay2 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Bernard from Saint Joseph stayed in August 2025Nice Spacious room with awesome view just steps off the beach! The staff was super friendly too. Lock on sliding door was broken so had to use the rod for security.These comments are from a verified stay1 person found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Heather from Ithaca stayed in August 2025Great location in Mackinaw City. Appreciated being right on the beach with a balcony room.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Karl from Hortonville stayed in August 2025Room was very clean not very noisy. The only thing was refrigerator had snoring sound everytime it kicked in. And bathroom was very small and cramped. Would recommend staying at this establishmentThese comments are from a verified stay1 person found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Corinne from Delton stayed in June 2025We had a great stay.The beach front rooms are not handicap accessible so getting luggage to room was challenging.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Alex from Maineville stayed in June 2025The price and the view were wonderful! The service was friendly and great. The proximity to the ferry was awesome! We had pizza delivered to the room from a local pizzaria and it was so good! The hotel breakfast was good, and they offered decent selections, but parts of the room and the pool looked like they were needing or were in the middle of some sprucing up. I plan to be back!These comments are from a verified stay2 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Jason from Greenville stayed in September 2025Friendliness at the front desk is lackingThese comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Tim from Chase stayed in September 2025Nice beachfront and views. Steps to all beachfront rooms, not easily accessible.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Corinne from Howell stayed in June 2025Room rate was reasonable and room was clean and well equippedThese comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Julie from Canandaigua stayed in June 2025I booked this hotel because it had room combinations that worked for our situation. The room was clean and worked fine. We didn't have time for breakfast, however, the person who attended the breakfast was very gracious and allowed my daughter to get some coffee and a muffin before we left. The reception people were very helpful as well.These comments are from a verified stay1 person found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Douglas from Linden stayed in July 2025Great room and view. Breakfast was not very good. Staff was pleasantThese comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Alicia from Hillsboro stayed in July 2025Clean. Great location. Friendly staff.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Debbie from Hamburg Twp stayed in August 2025Good location and amenities. Needs updating but it is comfortable.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Lori from Marcellus stayed in July 2025My one complaint is there are no outlets for phone chargers.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Wendy from Painesville stayed in August 2025The room was nice. The outside of the property ( outside the doors, stairwells, ice machine was dirty). Beach was nice. Walking distance to the Arnold ferry which was nice that we didnt have to pay for parking. Laundry was down so we had to do it at the Hamilton down the street. Wish it could be no smoking on the whole property. There was someone in the parking lot at 6:15 am and in the evening smoking marijuana and ruins the whole ambiance. I realize it is legal now but I am sure there can be restrictions placed on where families gather. Breakfast was nice , clean. Price was very good. The housekeepers were very helpful!!!These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Morrell from Southlake stayed in July 2025Had accessible room on 1st floor and worked very well.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Jody from Canton stayed in August 2025Stay was ok, breakfast was not very desirable.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Nancy from Norfolk stayed in July 2025The pool and hot tub were cloudy, no one was using them.Other than that, the price was great and location perfect!The staff were friendly and the room was nice.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Melissa from Byron Center stayed in July 2025It was a great location, close to everything. Arnold Ferry dock was within walking distance. Breakfast was pretty good. Some updates would go a long way...fresh coat of paint, updated decor, one of lamp shades broken/falling off. Beach/water view was nice! Beach chairs not in best condition and fire pits full of trash. Sad that people can't be more respectful of property as well. Overall was decent place to stay.These comments are from a verified stay1 person found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Kristen from Valparaiso stayed in July 2025Wonderful location, great amenities, loved the beach set up and the room set up. Only thing keeping it from a 5 is the room at check in wasn't the cleanest, bathroom had hairs all over floor, but rooms and beds were clean. The beach area could be neater. I would return just areas that need some attentionThese comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Hannah from Centreville stayed in July 2025Staff while checking in and out where great. Breakfast provided was limited and not the best. Room was clean and comfortable however lots of people talking loudly right outside of the room.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Eric from Shelby Township stayed in July 2025The room was clean, fresh and comfortably large. We enjoyed the view of Lake Huron from our balcony. The fire pits and ample chase lounges on the beach were a nice touch. The breakfast buffet was basic and could be added to for a healthier offering instead of mostly carbs. We would recommend this hotel.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Wayne from Oconomowoc stayed in July 2025Was old but clean. Bed comfortable. Liked outside access and parking.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Netra from Coppell stayed in July 2025Carpets and balcony need to be cleaned.These comments are from a verified stayDid you find this helpful?|Traveler Reviews (1-50 of 1213)We welcome your reviews. We do have some rules. This site is restricted to reviews that involve the hotel visitors’ experiences from email surveys sent to guests. We verify that the reviewer has stayed at the hotel and any details described before posting the review. Reviews from people whose hotel stays cannot be verified are not posted. We also do not post reviews that include personal attacks, defamatory language or offensive and abusive language. This site is restricted to reviews collected by the Mackinaw City Chamber of Tourism.