Clearwater Lakeshore Motel

3.5 star property

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Reception
Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Water view
Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
King Jetted Tub Lakefront, Balcony | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
11380 U.S. 23, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

King Lakefront, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(100 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King/Single Lakefront, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Queen Non-Lakefront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Jetted Tub Lakefront, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Queen Non-Lakefront

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Suite with Kitchen and Sofa Bed, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 Queen Sofa Bed Lakefront, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About this property

Clearwater Lakeshore Motel

On private beach with indoor pool, near Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
Guests at this beach motel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area.
Clearwater Lakeshore Motel offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An indoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach.
Our customers tell us that they enjoy the free breakfast at Clearwater Lakeshore Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Huron. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an indoor pool.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach
  • Guests have great things to say about the beach and the location
  • Steps from Lake Huron and a 3-minute drive from Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
Step outside to unwind on the sandy beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Clearwater Lakeshore Motel such as an indoor pool and a hot tub.

Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Mackinaw City motel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

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
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 11:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

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Clearwater Lakeshore Mackinaw City
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Clearwater Lakeshore Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 693 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1005 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was eager to help with any questions. Only motel in area that had 4 fire pits going and then they came around and offered smore “kits”.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Phillip

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The Mighty Mac
Room had 2 flies in it. Towels were yellowed. Ice was a walk outside to another building. Shower water pressure fluctuated. Did have a gorgeous view and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in wasn't very pleasant. You will need shoes to get in the water due to stones. Nice they light bonfires every night at 7pm! Breakfast nothing special. Very clean place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lou

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the bridge from our lakeside room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Angelica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time. We didn't receive smore bag as promised but the fire pits and view were amazing. Lots of hotels and this one is the only one with the fire pits on private beach. View of bridge is beautiful. Will come again .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karin, Cairo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older property but decent. Comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Not very clean, cramped quarters, and bed was uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great family place to stay while on vacay!
We loved our stay here!! From the cozy room, to the extra bed they had in there for my kiddos to the fantastic view of Mackinaw Bridge and the beach bonfire with smores!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can’t say enough nice things about this property. One of the cleanest places I’ve ever stayed!! Perfect view of the Mackinac Bridge from the room. We stayed in October, and I bet the property is really something else in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ground were beautiful with Hydrangea bushes around all the buildings. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I loved the view from our balcony. I would choose to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Doc

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Our room was small. There were spider webs and spiders in the window. The room had poor lighting. The bathroom is in need of an update and the shower was challenging to use. The TV remote only worked periodically. The breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a small glitch at check in where the desk clerk said we would have to change rooms on our final night's stay due to the fact that we booked an additional night separately. She did however get everything worked out in the end and we did not have to change room. Very well done and good customer follow up.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would definitely go back!
Loved our stay here. Nice staff. Comfortable room. Great fire on the beach with s’mores. Good breakfast. Room was great, but if I am being nit picky- the paint needed touch up where they filled in holes from a picture, and the screen door had a hole. This did not bother us…we would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed two nights then added a 3rd. Convenient location if traveling in any direction. The staff was very helpful and accommodating. Took advantage of the pool and hot tub. Motel is right on the water and they had a bonfire each night.. Since we purchased the lower priced rooms, we were over the kitchen which had some noise in the morning but not intrusive. I'm sure the rooms in the back of the property at lakeshore were just as good or better! Had an updated TV as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Charleston

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Best value in the area plus tremendous view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khristy, Crystal Falls

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dahlia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a nice gem. The front desk receptionist was pleasant yet professional. The room was very clean with updated furniture, carpet is new, the king bed was so comfortable, pillows soft and fluffy. Mr Rolstan made our visit so enjoyable by his personable spirit especially when he lighted the fire pits outside in the evenings, along with provisions for s’mores (those were the biggest marshmallows we’ve ever seen) The only little negative is the internet was very spotty or intermittent. But that can be overlooked when you consider all else that’s available! This is our second stay and we look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darwin

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an absolute must place to stay! Beautiful views, great staff and a great breakfast. DEFINITELY going to return as often as possible!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved Our Stay
Had a fantastic stay. Loved the bonfires and s’mores each night! The beds were very comfortable and the staff were very kind and helpful. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Derek

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Con: The room smelled very musky. The floor didn't appear to have been vacuumed. The TV initially didn't work but was fixed by maintenance. Pro: The staff was very nice. Our TV initially didn't work but they quickly sent someone to fix it. And the front desk staff were also very pleasant when we checked in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older facility but well maintained. Extremely courteous staff. Clean, comfy rooms right on their private beach. Beach fires every night. Great view of the bridge & Straits. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024