Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Zodiac Party Store - 10 min drive
Keyhole Bar & Grill - 16 min walk
Dixie Saloon - 15 min walk
The Hook Lakeside Grill - 13 min walk
About this property
Clarion Hotel Beachfront
When you stay at Clarion Hotel Beachfront, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. You can get a morning swim in at the indoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Other highlights include a fitness center and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and beach location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
115 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 18
Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
On the beach
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Pool loungers
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 29 and May 1.
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Clarion Hotel Beachfront currently open?
The property is closed between October 29 and May 1.
Does Clarion Hotel Beachfront offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Clarion Hotel Beachfront 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Clarion Hotel Beachfront?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Clarion Hotel Beachfront?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Clarion Hotel Beachfront?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Clarion Hotel Beachfront?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Clarion Hotel Beachfront?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Clarion Hotel Beachfront and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and horseback riding. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Clarion Hotel Beachfront also has a fitness center and a garden, as well as access to a nearby outdoor pool.
What's the area around Clarion Hotel Beachfront like?
Clarion Hotel Beachfront is in the heart of Mackinaw City, a short 4-minute walk from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and 7 minutes' walk from Lake Huron. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
Reviews
6.6
Good
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6.4/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
6.2/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Fair
Nov 1, 2024
We will never stay at this hotel again. The free breakfast, the food that was supposed to be hot was cold, even though they were in their warmers. The jetted tub room we had, didn't work and and had bugs and spiders crawling out of the Jets. And the room had a musky smell.
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Jody
Jody, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 28, 2024
Hotel wasn't nearly up to the standards expected of a Clarion. Our room needed a refresh; nightstand was in terrible condition and the battered HVAC unit made an annoying racket and also stunk up the room once the heat kicked in. Our bathroom fan/heat lamp had dust bunnies poking out and had a regular light bulb installed where the head lamp should have been. Draperies also had some broken hardware, causing them to droop and not close completely. We won't be staying here again.
GREGORY
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
Linda
Linda, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 26, 2024
The room we had when we got there the tv didn’t work so the next morning I told them about it they checked it out the end up get us a different room. The room we got there was stuff in the bed a lot of the trim work was falling off the rooms need to be updated
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 25, 2024
Found room to be smelly, like urine, towels & bedding stained. Took pictures of everything it was so gross. Took a shower and air dried it was so bad. Killed three spiders. Dust and hair covered coffee pot.
Pubic hairs in the tub and sink. Every pop machine at the facility was sold out or out of order, told to go to the gas station if we wanted something to drink. went to go check out 2 days early (wanted to go to another hotel) and was told we could not becasue we used a 3rd party servicer-Expedia- so we left anyway. Hotel would not check us out, would not give us a bill, would not give refund for the 2 unused days. Worst experience with a hotel to date. Both reception and magment said there was nothing they could do. So disappointed we left for home. Said they could put a note in the computer to send the checkout receipt.Clerk smiled and chuckled the whole time. Extremely rude. Brought her one of the towels to show her and didn't even look at it.
Travis
Travis, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 20, 2024
The beds were comfortable. The pullout sofa was terrible. Bathroom smelled terrible and there was mold in the shower. No outlets for charging devices easily. Breakfast was sub-par: runny scrambled eggs, rubbery pancakes, and boiled ham - think hotdog water.
Service was good and friendly.
Julie
Julie, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 20, 2024
Mackinaw, Michigan
Passing thru and was tired got a room with a hot tub that was dirty. Once we went in the room had no light had to use our cell flash light at this point we found the lights over the bed. The breakfast was no better but it was a room. Not sure if we would give them another change since we reported the issues and it seems it went unheard.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
Very nice place. Comfortable beds. Beautiful view. Tight parking. Enjoyable!
Karen
Karen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
2/10 Poor
Oct 18, 2024
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 17, 2024
Beautiful view! Third floor was amaze to get too. Breakfast was sub par
Julie
Julie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 16, 2024
Dated....but price is good. Limited and tight parking area.
Harry
Harry, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 15, 2024
Excellent location, the pool was a little disappointing, staff was great. The room was very humid. Otherwise a lovely stay.
Marcel
Marcel, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 14, 2024
Older room accommodations (dated), could use some updating as far as shower head and older carpeting. Decent breakfast with some hot items, convenient to ferry ports and downtown Mackinaw City.
Lissette
Lissette, 2-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 13, 2024
WE LOVED THE ROOM AND THE VEIW. BUT THE FOOD WAS NOT GOOD BOTH MY WIFE AND I GOT VERY SICK AND MISSED OUR CONFERANCE.
Pastor Karl
Pastor Karl, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 13, 2024
Bill
Bill, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 13, 2024
Moderate room for a weekend or one night stay.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 12, 2024
Jay
Jay, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2024
Tamara
Tamara, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2024
Satisfactory, nice pool, whirlpool and friendly staff. The room could be freshened up.
Greg
Greg, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 11, 2024
Dan
Dan, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
We liked the convenience of being right by everything and the beach being right behind the property. Our room was very outdated and had a bit of a musty smell but the price was right. Breakfast was from 7am-9am. Pool was opened from 10am-11pm. Breakfast room and the pool were clean and well kept. Some vacant rooms had the drapes open and they looked updated.
Catrina
Catrina, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 7, 2024
Good clean hotel. We had a balcony room overlooking the lake. Could see the big Mac. Breakfast was good. Room and bed were comfortable. Air conditioner was noisy. A joy to here the waves crash all night. Great rate for Mackinaw. Will look forward to staying again.
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 7, 2024
Dirty and outdated. Friendly staff.
Hector
Hector, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 6, 2024
When I first opened the door to the room, the house keepers didn't clean the room because there were dirty towels on the floor and the beds were not made. So I went down to the office to let them know, I wasn't able to get a beachfront view that I paid for and they didn't have another beachfront available, I got a side view of a swamp. The room ceiling needs fixed it doesn't look good.