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505 South Huron Ave
Mackinaw City, MI 49701
Toll-Free: 800-944-1615Mackinaw City, MI 49701
114 rooms on property
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Lakefront Rooms with private European style balconies. Close to Mackinaw Crossings, featuring free nightly laser show, concerts, live theater. Adjacent to Mackinac Island Ferry Docks & Restaurants. High Speed Internet Access, Indoor Pool & Oversized Whirlpool. Unlimited access to new waterpark across street. Honeymoon suites with heart-shaped jacuzzis. Hair Dryers, Irons, Boards, Air Conditioning, Color TV with HBO. In room coffee.
The Best Western Dockside has earned the highest AAA rating in Mackinaw City for quality and service. We are conveniently located adjacent to Mackinac Island Ferry Service and across the street from the main shopping district.
Our luxurious lake front rooms, extravagantly decorated, overlook the beautiful Straits of Mackinac and Lake Huron. Each has a private balcony.
The Best Western Dockside has earned the highest AAA rating in Mackinaw City for quality and service. We are conveniently located adjacent to Mackinac Island Ferry Service and across the street from the main shopping district.
Our luxurious lake front rooms, extravagantly decorated, overlook the beautiful Straits of Mackinac and Lake Huron. Each has a private balcony.
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Hotel
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4.6
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2714 user reviews from real surveys by real customers that actually stayed at the hotel.
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5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Tammy from Grand Rapids stayed in September 2011Very clean rooms and really friendly staff. We will be back next year!These comments are from a verified stay
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Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Judith from RAVENNA stayed in September 2011The staff was very pleasant, including housekeeping, who made a point of greeting us in the hallways. Rooms were clean. ONLY drawback was that getting from our room to pool area, lobby, and breakfast area was all outside. As it was quite cold when we were there, this prevented us from using the hot tub as we would have had to walk back in the outside.These comments are from a verified stay82 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront KAREN from TROY stayed in September 2011I liked it alot.These comments are from a verified stay66 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Dennis from Troy stayed in September 2011Very nice and comfortable room. Good breakfast. Good location. Good value!These comments are from a verified stay53 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Tom from Mt. Vernon stayed in September 2011Accommodations were excellent. Had the attitude of the front desk staff been friendlier, I would have given an outstanding rating.These comments are from a verified stay78 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Jim from Grand Bend stayed in September 2011Chairs in room are not very compfortable. the rest of the stay was good.These comments are from a verified stay59 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Kevin from Battle Creek stayed in September 2011Room was spacious, and there was a great view of the lake from the balcony. It was clean, had a sofa, nice television, etc. It was right by the docks to take the ferry to Mackinac Island, and it was also very close to downtown. There was a free hot breakfast served, which was also nice. The price was also very reasonable.These comments are from a verified stay57 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Jerrie from Liberty Township stayed in September 2011Great front desk service. Hotel appearance is great. Rooms very clean.These comments are from a verified stay68 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Douglas from Shelby Township stayed in August 2011The room that we stayed in was perfect for us. We enjoyed the beach and loved the close proximity to the restaurants, ferry shuttle and the other attractions. We would definitely stay there again and would recommend this hotel to our friends. Thank you for allowing us to plan our trip through your website.These comments are from a verified stay53 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Bette from Hamilton stayed in September 2011The room was clean, the maid was finishing just as we arrived. She told us that she just needed to get a clean bedspread, because the other one had a spot on it. That was much appreciated. We had a water front room, which was very nice. The breakfast in the morning was very well done. Food was fresh and hot. Will consider staying here again in the future.These comments are from a verified stay59 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Michael & Carolyn from Hot Springs Village stayed in September 2011Room was comfortable, but we right outside the pool and spa area, no view. Breakfast was good but just the average hotel breakfast. The staff did a good job and was helpful and friendly.These comments are from a verified stay64 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Sheree from Fostoria stayed in September 2011My husband and I were heading back home to Lapeer Mich. after a 2 week Rocky Mtn. vacation. Although it was beautiful and memorable we stayed in some pretty shabby places that looked better online. Mackinaw is our favorite "chill out" spot so we planned it as a perfect ending to our vacation. We were not dissappointed. We had a King jacuzzi suite and it was by far the most beautiful and comfortable place we stayed. It felt like home. Thank you.These comments are from a verified stay64 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Edward from Shelby Township stayed in September 2011We were very pleased with our stay. The room was clean and comfortable,and the staff was friendly. We would stay again.These comments are from a verified stay67 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Lisa from Plainfield stayed in September 2011It was just a very enjoyable experience, from our chose in our hotel (Best Western) which was clean and close to all the downtown shopping and restaurants to the shuttles to Mackinac Island. The staff was courteous, the breakfast more than expected and a great start to the day ahead. Thank you Best Western for making our stay in Mackinaw City so enjoyable. We will be back! Brian and Lisa TrishmanThese comments are from a verified stay91 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Susan from Mt. Pleasant stayed in August 2011Very comfortableThese comments are from a verified stay55 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront KELLY from LAPEER stayed in September 2011Staff was nice and helpful. Great location. Excellent view of the water/beach from room. Room was recently redecorated with new carpet, wallpaper, drapes, comforters/bedding. The new comforters were awesome!These comments are from a verified stay69 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Joy from Owatonna stayed in September 2011We had a nice, clean room facing the beach,breakfast was ample, the restaurants in the surrounding area were within walking distance, we road our bikes to the ferry. The pool area seemed too warm & too much of a chlorine smell. We would stay again.These comments are from a verified stay43 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Leland from Perry stayed in September 2011Everything was as it should be in a hotel stay. The room accomodations were very comfortable, clean and well prepared. The service was excellent. The desk attendants were very friendly and helpful. Parking was adequate. And the location was perfect! Thank YOU.These comments are from a verified stay56 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Kathy from Midlang stayed in September 2011The room was exceptional. The front desk personnel were exceptional in that they explained everything so that it was understood and if you didn't understand was not irritated if you ask again. The rooms were clean and fresh. I have been to Mackinaw City several times, and this has to be my number one experience with my family. Thanks for the chance to have fun with my girls.These comments are from a verified stay73 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Robin from Wayne stayed in September 2011The room looked just like the pictures they had listed for hotel. Very clean, beautiful view and close to everything we wanted to see. I was very pleased with the price of the room too. Thank you for a wonderful stay.These comments are from a verified stay61 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Bradley from Kalamazoo stayed in September 2011Very friendly staff. We arrived at the hotel very early, roughly 4 hours before check in time, and the front desk workers were able to find a clean room that we could get into right away. The breakfast buffet was always stocked and hot. Very comfortable room. Overall, absolutely no complaints about my stay what so ever.These comments are from a verified stay63 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Carolyn from Washington Court House stayed in September 2011Rooms were wonderful, staff very courteous and friendly and breakfast excellent. Location of hotel was very convenient.These comments are from a verified stay114 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Mary from Menominee stayed in September 2011We've stayed at the Dockside many times throughout the years. We tried another motel one year and went back to Dockside. The rooms are wonderful; clean, comfortable and spacious. The people, from the desk clerks to the cleaning staff, are friendly and helpful. As long as we go to Mackinaw City, we will continue to stay at the Dockside. One little suggestion -- might want to update the TV.:)These comments are from a verified stay67 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront GARY from NOVI stayed in September 2011Everyrhing was as I expected & ready when we arrivedThese comments are from a verified stay70 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Debbie from Hastings stayed in September 2011Hotel was very clean, staff were friendly and breakfast was OK. I would stay again.These comments are from a verified stay56 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Julie from Portage stayed in September 2011Always clean, staff very efficient and friendly. Breakfast great! Prices a little too high though.These comments are from a verified stay58 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Richard from Grand Rapids stayed in August 2011Very clean, great beach, close to town, front desk courteous.These comments are from a verified stay67 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Keith from Saginaw stayed in September 2011I think it was a great place . I do think the rooms in the area are priced a little highThese comments are from a verified stay68 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Victoria from Perrysburg stayed in August 2011Clean updated accomodations. good proximity for travel. nice breakfast.These comments are from a verified stay67 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Nada from Timmins stayed in August 2011Upon entering the lobby, we were kind of worried to see our rooms as it's a bit old and outdated. Were we ever surprised! The rooms were nicely decorated, the beds so inviting and very comfortable. Everything was very clean and the breakfast was good too.These comments are from a verified stay57 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Don from Bellaire stayed in August 2011We had a great time. The room was great, the location was excellent, and the breakfast was above average. We would definitely stay here again. Don HoytThese comments are from a verified stay61 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Jacob from Kalamazoo stayed in August 2011Rooms were nice and clean. Hotel was in great location. Beds were on the uncomfortable side.These comments are from a verified stay68 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront LINDEL from WHITE LAKE stayed in August 2011Overall great time at the Best Western Dockside. Great location, friendly people, awesome beachfront balcony room - - highly recommend this hotel.These comments are from a verified stay96 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Carla from Venetia stayed in August 2011The room was clean and comfortable. The hotel was close to all attractions and had adequate parking. The front desk staff were friendly and efficient.These comments are from a verified stay84 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Anne from Okemos stayed in August 2011Our lakeview, first floor room was clean, comfortable, and nicely decorated in an upscale way that made it compare favorably with much pricier hotels (we recently stayed at the Omni Shoreham in DC). Minor complaints were lack of space between the bed closest to the bathroom and the wall and a moldy soap wrapper which the maid took care of when informed. She even left extra soap! Super view and beach. Biggest complaint was standard GFS/Sysco breakfast with no fresh fruit. Some kid of nice "signature" dish should be considered. Would stay again.These comments are from a verified stay79 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront scott from Clinton Twp stayed in August 2011Not only was it a great deal but we also very much enjoyed the room!!! The staff was very friendly and accomodating too!!These comments are from a verified stay72 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Charlotte from Port Austin stayed in August 2011I've stayed at this hotel several times over the years & always enjoy it. It's close to ferry docks & shopping, the rooms are nice & staff are friendly. I love rooms on the beach with a jacuzzi.These comments are from a verified stay70 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront John from Sudbury stayed in August 2011Room was clean when we arrived and the view better than expected. Staff were friendly and the breakfast was very nice. The only item that wasn't up to our expectation was how long it took to clean the room each day, it was often late in the day before it was cleaned. Other than that we were very satifisfied and will be back again.These comments are from a verified stay66 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Bruce from Ada stayed in August 2011Very nice clean room, friendly people. Great breakfast, would stay there again.These comments are from a verified stay57 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Laurie from Walled Lake stayed in August 2011Overall nice place. The beds could be updated. Very clean. Nice beach! Convenient to town and restraunts. Very nice for the price.These comments are from a verified stay92 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront randy from Jefferson City stayed in August 2011Lakeside view room is worth the few extra dollars. The breakfast was good and access to the ferry boats was excellent. The room was good size for four adults. The staff was friendly and answered our questions. Great value when wanting to stay in the middle of the action of the city.These comments are from a verified stay67 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Courtney from Detroit stayed in August 2011We were quite happy with the kindness and professionalism of the desk clerks. The room was clean and had a great view of the lake. We were very pleased.These comments are from a verified stay79 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Steve from Apalachin stayed in August 2011I did not like the bottom floor room that they gave us at first, but I asked the front desk and the next day they gave us a room on a higher floor which was nice.These comments are from a verified stay51 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Wendy from Lake Orion stayed in August 2011We liked this hotel! It certainly fit our needs and was plenty clean. It had an "up-north" feel to it, which was fine since we were up north. I just felt it was a tad bit overpriced. The parking was also challenging, especially arriving late at night. Overall, we were pleased and would, perhaps, stay there again.These comments are from a verified stay70 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Brent from Saugatuck stayed in August 2011The hotel was as advertised and what I expected of a Best Western. Clean and in order.These comments are from a verified stay63 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Annette from Canton stayed in August 2011Needs up graded tv, needs a microwave, better soap, shampoo and conditioner. (too be outstandstanding). We (my family) go to mackinaw city everyyear for our family trip. We switch motels because we like the bottom floor where you can walk right into the room from the beach. With kids its a big thing. See you next yearThese comments are from a verified stay74 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront catherine from Shorewood stayed in August 2011Loved the view and convenience to shopping and activities. The room was clean but had a little bit of a musty smell. This is the second time I have stayed there and would stay there every time I come to Mackinaw.These comments are from a verified stay65 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Beverly from Spring Grove stayed in August 2011Rooms were clean..parking lot over crowded. Breakfast disappointing. No fresh fruit or pastries.These comments are from a verified stay57 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|5 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Allen from Detroit stayed in August 2011Very Happy with the service their emplyee gave me and my wife our 39th wedding anv. front desk and maid Donna was great. will stay here again when we return in the near future. Mr and Mrs Allen Brogdon Detroit, MiThese comments are from a verified stay61 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|4 out of 5 stars
Best Western Plus Dockside Waterfront HotelBest Western Plus Dockside Waterfront Mark from Weston stayed in August 2011Breakfast variety could have been better. Room was nice. View was Great!These comments are from a verified stay57 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Traveler Reviews (2251-2300 of 2714)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.