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Beachcomber of Mackinaw

Motel with private beach, near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Beachcomber of Mackinaw offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Lake Michigan.

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (4)

  • On a private beach
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (5)

  • Television
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Free self-parking
  • Mini fridge
  • Hairdryer
£93
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
A beach view from a porch with a swing set, a no-smoking sign, and a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a small table with a chair, and a wooden floor.
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, and a balcony with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View, Ground Floor

Exceptional
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
A beach view from a porch with a no-smoking sign, a bench, and a small tree.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, a small table with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a heater.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a green door.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

Exceptional
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
A balcony with a view of a beach, a grassy area with a picnic table, and a large tree.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a door.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to the bathroom.
A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a view of the sea through the window.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Connecting Rooms, Lake View

Exceptional
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
A view from a balcony with a metal railing, a grassy area, and a sandy beach in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a small table with a chair, a mirror, and a door leading to another room.
A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a lamp, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.
A hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a hairdryer. There is a bed and a window in the adjacent room.

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lake View

Exceptional
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A balcony with a view of a beach, a swing set, and a no-smoking sign.
A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a vase, a dresser, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a mirror.
A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a lamp, a painting, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View, Ground Floor

  • Lake view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a mirror.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a dresser.
A room with a TV, a wooden dresser, a desk with a trash bin, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor

Exceptional
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
A small bathroom with a sink, toilet, and a mirror.
A hotel room with two beds, a round table, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and two posters on the wall.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

Exceptional
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
A small bathroom with yellow tiles, a white sink, a mirror with a mosaic frame, a shower curtain, and a towel hanging on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a dresser, a chair, and a window.
A neatly made bed with a blue and white bedspread, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a mirror on the dresser.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a door with the number 104.

Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor

Exceptional
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
A hotel room with a red bathtub, a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a red bathtub, and a window.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small cabinet, a mirror, a red sink, and a shower area.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

Very good
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

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1011 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Edgewater Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 18 min drive
  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 7.9 miles/12.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fox's Pizza Den - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Beachcomber of Mackinaw

  • Beachcomber of Mackinaw offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. You'll have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Lake Michigan.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 22 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
    • Free off-site parking within 1 mi

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave

What to do

  • On a private beach

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom dressing table
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 65-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/bath combination
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge

Fees & policies

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Beachcomber of Mackinaw Motel
Beachcomber of Mackinaw Mackinaw City
Beachcomber of Mackinaw Motel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Beachcomber of Mackinaw?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Beachcomber of Mackinaw?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Beachcomber of Mackinaw?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at Beachcomber of Mackinaw?

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

What is there to do at Beachcomber of Mackinaw and nearby?

Beachcomber of Mackinaw has a private beach.

What's the area around Beachcomber of Mackinaw like?

Beachcomber of Mackinaw is located on the waterfront, a short 3-minute walk from Lake Huron and 9 minutes' walk from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal.

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Beachcomber of Mackinaw Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The beach at this property is beautiful, clean, and offers stunning views, with some guests even enjoying nightly bonfires. (19 reviews)
  • Staff provided great recommendations for local restaurants and eateries. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, friendly and great location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent beach view. Our room was right on the beach
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10/10 Exceptional

friendly staff, clean rooms, excellent stay, close to the bike trail that goes to the back of Mackinac crossings
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were great, the place was cozy and had a great location
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10/10 Exceptional

A great gem. Family run Motel with great modern rooms that are impeccably clean with very comfortable beds. Evening beach bonfires and friendly atmosphere with waterfront location make this a great place to stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, great room. Right near the water and close to the town center.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great spot for a stay in Mackinaw City. Really enjoyed the view and cleanliness. Thanks for a wonderful stay experience.
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10/10 Exceptional

The manager of the property was amazing. They also have a ferry shuttle that will pick you up and take you to the dock and back to the hotel which was amazing!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. Lori was amazing, very welcoming and offered help. The room was clean and adequate. The lake view was great. I will recommend and look to staying here again next time.
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10/10 Exceptional

The view was wonderful, ans the caretakers of the Brachcomber are an amazing couple. They both gave great suggestions of activities to do and places to eat. Would highly recommend!
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6/10 Good

Clean but very dated facility. Staff was very friendly. Rooms are very small
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8/10 Very good

Lori and her husband were very friendly. Lori had all kinds of information regarding restaurants and gift shops to visit. She always had coffee!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very helpful with recommendations for getting to the island and places to eat. My room was basic, but very comfortable. Everything worked.
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10/10 Exceptional

The host was very nice. Room was clean and everything is new and updated. Probably the best beach front out of all them,with nice swings,benches and fire pit. Stay here!
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are very nice and the room was clean.
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the cutest motels I’ve ever stayed at! We had the lake view, the beach right off our balcony, and it was walkable to all the fun stuff in town! Would absolutely stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was excellent. Everything was within walking distance. They built a fire at night, so I made somores.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location! The room was very clean and well stocked with towels. We were surprised at how quiet it was (although the a/c was a bit loud--it provided white noise for us!). Front desk staff was very nice, informative, and welcoming. The beds were comfy.
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10/10 Exceptional

We just returned 5/30/2026 from a magical stay at the Beachcomber Motel on the Water in Mackinaw City, MI, and I can't stop raving about it. If you're looking for a charming, family-run motel with unbeatable views, impeccable cleanliness, and warm hospitality that feels like coming home, this is the place. The owners and staff (shoutout to Lori, Dick, and Gene!) are genuinely friendly, helpful, and dedicated to making your stay special. The location is unbeatable right on the sandy beach of Lake Huron with stunning panoramic views of Mackinac Island, the majestic Mackinac Bridge, and the sparkling Straits of Mackinac. Waking up to the gentle waves and watching the ferries glide by was the highlight of our trip. We could walk to the Mackinac Island ferry terminal in minutes, and downtown dining and attractions were just a short stroll away. It's the perfect base for exploring everything northern Michigan has to offer. Whether you're here for a romantic getaway, a family adventure, or a peaceful escape, the Beachcomber delivers. Affordable, pristine, and brimming with charm, we've already booked our next trip back. This isn't just a motel; it's a memorable Michigan experience. Highly, highly recommend! You won't regret it
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything about this little place was great! The front desk staff was lovely, gave good recommendations, and made us very comfortable. Being able to sit on the lake close to our room was a bonus and everything to do in Mackinaw City was close.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was perfect for a place to lay your head down, clean with lots of storage space, which is needed because it is a small room. There is a small frig but no microwave, so keep that in mind, there's no way to heat leftovers. Coffee is only in the lobby, no coffee maker in the room. There's no daily room service, so linen changes unless you're able to catch the house keepers. The beach is very beautiful and the bonfire on the beach is nice too. Take a broom and dust pan with you, the floors get pretty dirty from tracking things in, we had to borrow one from the front desk. Overall, we really had a wonderful time and the stay was very nice, we would definitely stay again. We were not disappointed, just want the public to know what to expect and how to come prepared.
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10/10 Exceptional

Pristine, clean room. Friendly and helpful staff. Clean beach access with chairs.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly room wass clean great setting to set down by the water and not to far away from down town
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10/10 Exceptional

Spent the weekend here with some friends and this place was so convenient and relaxing! Everything was 5 minutes away from the hotel. If you stay here, the sunrise is absolutely beautiful!
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10/10 Exceptional

The views and beach were amazing! We got fireworks at night which was a fun surprise . Lori is amazing. It’s a dated place but clean and a great price . The shuttle is helpful to take to get the ferry over to the island and the recommendations for dinner were awesome we tried two of them! Loved the orgamy towel on the bed for an added touch and felt like we were cruising lol
View for our room
So cute!
Walking on the beach at sunset
View of the lake after sunset