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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
FREE Indoor Waterpark
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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1178 user reviews from real surveys by real customers that actually stayed at the hotel.
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Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Lorraine from Sterling Heights stayed in July 2011The staff was fantastic especially our housekeeper Elaine. The breakfast bar was clean and had a nice variety of food. Check-in was fast and the business center is awesome. This is the first hotel I stayed at that offers free printing in the business center. I would recommend this hotel to family and friends and would stay there again.These comments are from a verified stay105 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Sue from Novi stayed in July 2011Manager was very nice! rooms were cleanThese comments are from a verified stay84 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Richard from North Attleboro stayed in July 2011Good location, friendly, helpful staff.These comments are from a verified stay106 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Marsha from Xenia stayed in July 2011Nice clean room, gorgeous view, met all expectations! Will recommend when the occasion arises.These comments are from a verified stay75 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Vicki from Holland stayed in July 2011The rooms were clean and adequate for our needs. The location was very convenient and the breakfast was nice.These comments are from a verified stay91 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront joel from Batavia stayed in July 2011No drapes in loft wall. facing east...blinding sunlight early am. forcing room change. great view of bridge lake and island indistance.These comments are from a verified stay78 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront LENORE from San Diego stayed in July 2011We hoped you would have an elevator for my handicapped dad but you willingly changed his room to the first floor. We also were given special priviledge to use the breakfast room as a pizza supper for our family reunion. We would recommend your hotel and hospitality to anyone. WELL DONE !These comments are from a verified stay89 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Henry from Jackson stayed in July 2011The accomodations and the service were what I expected and met our needs. We spent very little time there as we came to visit M, Island and stayed overnight before and after our visit.These comments are from a verified stay71 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Vicki from Whitmore Lake stayed in July 2011There was a mistake upon check-in, we had wanted a family suite on the second floor close to the breakfast bar (because one of our party had COPD). We even called John ahead of time - after making online reservations - to be sure they booked us that way. But when we checked in at 5pm they indicated all those rooms had been filled, so they booked us on the third floor. The stay was great, the breakfast bar was good - homemade waffles were the highlight! Nice location and the kids had a blast swimming! I would stay there again, but insist on the room I had booked!These comments are from a verified stay98 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront TERI from KALAMAZOO stayed in July 2011The room had an awesome view of Lake Huron. Nice big room. Would stay there again.These comments are from a verified stay68 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront William from East Lansing stayed in July 2011Access to the room via the elevator in another unit was cumbersome. Also the 10 o'clock cutoff of the breakfast bar is a bit early for vacationers. Otherwise, it was most pleasant.These comments are from a verified stay78 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Terry from Evart stayed in July 2011This was a large, clean, comfortable room. The bed was soft, sheets softer , and the pillows exceptional! Beach wasn't the best but with a room like this who cares. Breakfast was very yummy and fresh. Staff was very accomodating and extremely friendly and helpful. This was the best place I have ever stayed. I would say this was above the 5 star rating.These comments are from a verified stay74 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Kim from Fleming Island stayed in July 2011Very accommodating. Well kept, no complaints. Great value.These comments are from a verified stay70 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Ward from Frisco stayed in June 2011Great Room, Good View, Quiet, Friendly and helpful staff.These comments are from a verified stay92 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Michelle from Menomonee Falls stayed in July 2011The price we got through this website was cheaper than going through Clarion itself. The room was always clean and comfortable. We ate breakfast every morning at the FREE breakfast buffet - a plus for any family! We swam in the pool every night and even went to the beach one of the days. The location is great - still near everything, but on the edge of it all, so it's quiet.These comments are from a verified stay91 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Mandy from Markham stayed in July 2011Hotel was clean and we were upgraded to lakeview room. The view was beautiful. The breakfast was great, just need more staff to serve guests at the breakfast room.These comments are from a verified stay88 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Krista from Wyoming stayed in June 2011We had nice clean rooms wit a great view of the lake. All 6 of us stayed comfortably in te double queen w/ pullout couch room.These comments are from a verified stay85 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Anne from Eagan stayed in June 2011We liked our stay at the Clarion but thought the continental breakfast was not the best. The eggs where not eggs and needs some better yogurt.These comments are from a verified stay63 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront James from Kalamazoo stayed in September 2010Room outstanding but access to room via elevator difficult especially for those of us with walking issues that make using stairs difficult. Need another elevator at north end. As I said room and hotel location were exceptional but getting there a maze.These comments are from a verified stay91 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Greg from Berrien Springs stayed in October 2010The room was great and the view was spectacular. The breakfast room was a little crowded for me. Also, the "headboards" on the beds were just leaning up against the wall and one almost fell over. But...nobody was hurt and we ended up getting a laugh out of it. The elevator smelled terrible but the room was clean and the location was good.These comments are from a verified stay61 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront debra from New Hudson stayed in September 2010Beds were too hardThese comments are from a verified stay88 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront shirley from Kingsley stayed in October 2010We usually stay at the Clarion when we come up north. However, this time, probably at no fault of the hotel, there were spiders in the bathroom (where the shower is). We were tired and then wondered if there were more in the room elsewhere. Otherwise, lovely rooms and it's nice to have a breakfast before we take off.These comments are from a verified stay81 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Matthew from Allendale stayed in October 2010Very Friendly staff, very clean room every day and even an extra special touch left by our maid one day made our stay and vacation wonderfulThese comments are from a verified stay88 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Penny from Grant stayed in October 2010We were not able to check into our room until 5:20 on the Friday that we arrived. We had a beautiful room, was very happy with that.These comments are from a verified stay58 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Patricia from New Berlin stayed in June 2011Great location. Clean, quiet, spacious room. Nice breakfast. Nice pool. Friendly, helpful staff. Will definitely be back!!!These comments are from a verified stay94 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Charles W. from Streator stayed in June 2011It was a very plesant stay Room clean and attractive . Every one was helpful. easy access to the car. We would stay againThese comments are from a verified stay94 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Yvonne from Cicero stayed in June 2011The only problem that I encounter, I purchased the trolly ride for me and my family when I made my reservation. During check in, it was not explained how these token were to be used. My family and I thought that it was the trolley that was being advertise in the city. The last day of my stay went looking around the city for the trolley ride. Called the one that is advertise and they informed me that it might be from the hotel because they offer rides too. Other wise everything was great.These comments are from a verified stay91 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Kristi from Portage stayed in June 2011Wonderful room perfect setting and wished we could have stayed longer. Loved how the pool stayed open late so you could enjoy the city and then come back and swim. Breakfast was ok.These comments are from a verified stay87 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront kerry from Union stayed in June 2011Very Clean. Great Breakfest Buffet. Maid service was Great.These comments are from a verified stay84 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Michele from Jenison stayed in June 2011Nice hotel, clean rooms, large pool and hot tub. Decent breakfast and close to ferries, shopping and restaurants.These comments are from a verified stay85 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Randy from Cazenovia stayed in June 2011Our visit to Mackinaw and the island was fabulous. The folks at the Clarion were very helpful and polite. The room service was great. I would recommend the Clarion to anyone visiting the area. Thanks for a wonderful experience and we'll be back again. Randy & JeaneeThese comments are from a verified stay74 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Jeffrey from Canton stayed in June 2011The staff was really friendly and helpful. Rooms were nice and clean. Would definately stay there again. Thanks for making this trip a great experience.These comments are from a verified stay66 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront fadi from Dearborn stayed in May 2011Very nice stay and friendly staff, the breakfast was less than optimal, and a lot of bugs, despite that I enjoyed the stay alotThese comments are from a verified stay60 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront John from Troy stayed in June 2011Clean room. AC / heater unit in one room was not working. Awkward building design due to fact that a couple of sets of stairs needed to be climbed in order to get to room. Would be difficult for the elderly or physically impaired.These comments are from a verified stay68 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Jonathan from Omaha stayed in June 2011The hotel was very nice. It was very clean and well maintained. The free breakfast was great!These comments are from a verified stay55 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront David from Glenburn stayed in June 2011Room was wonderful and the service was even betterThese comments are from a verified stay69 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront William from Leesburg stayed in June 2011Tub and toilet enclosure is so very small. Need towel bars in vanity area. Very pleasant stay. The staff was excellent.These comments are from a verified stay89 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Brenda from Twin Lake stayed in June 2011The beds were clean and comfortable. The room was spacious and the view was wonderful. There was no easy access to the third floor of our building however. There was no elevator in that building but there was one in the building adjacent to it but it still required using steps so the luggage carts were useless. The staff was friendly and the breakfast plentiful with typical hotel breakfast food.These comments are from a verified stay69 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Carol from Stratford stayed in June 2011The Clarion was a nice place to stay. The front desk was helpful. The rooms were clean. And it provided a great view of the lake. I rated it good and not outstanding because the breakfast was just o.k. And because the pool area was basic and looked outdated.These comments are from a verified stay50 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Ashley from Warrenville stayed in June 2011The service was outstanding. Beach was Average-Fair. Room cleanliness Outstandning Breakfast Good (better if they had vegetarian choices with breakfast) Pool Outstanding (liked the late hours) Discount offers for our stay was amazing and helped a lot. Overall I would stay here again.These comments are from a verified stay87 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Jodi from Marshfield stayed in June 2011Everything was very clean, employees were very nice and friendly! Would recomend to anyone and would come back again! Thanks for a great vacationThese comments are from a verified stay74 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Lydia from Jackson stayed in June 2011We had six in our party and with the room we booked, we had plenty of room. The early morning sunrise scene was beautiful. The room and bathroom were very clean with a nice fresh smell. The breakfast had a variety of foods to choose from which was great for both adults and children. The staffing in each area did a wonderful job and, when needed, all were very helpful. It is a great hotel and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.These comments are from a verified stay61 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Beth from Southampton stayed in June 2011Best place to stay in Mackinaw City!! My friend and I are return visitors to this motel and we love it!! The staff was amazing and helpful and the ferry dock was right outside our door step. The rooms are fantastic for a very low cost!! Hope to stay there again next summer!These comments are from a verified stay85 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Sherry from Pompano Beach stayed in June 2011The rooms were nice and very clean. The continental breakfast could use a little improvement. We would stay there again.These comments are from a verified stay86 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Cathy from Rawson stayed in June 2011The rooms were clean, breakfast was awesome each morning, the staff was very friendly and could answer any questions we had and the hotel grounds were beautiful from the beach to the clean parking lot! We are definitely going to stay here again and we are telling all of our friends as well to stay at this hotel. Keep up the great work ethic.These comments are from a verified stay70 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Michael from Saint Joseph stayed in June 2011We all thought that this was a good value when compared to others. Had the family suite and it worked out very well.These comments are from a verified stay104 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Deborah from Chesterfield stayed in June 2011Everything was great - from the rate to the room and the service - small cliche with the billing and reservation(number of nights requested), but was corrected promptly -These comments are from a verified stay114 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Howard from Milwaukee stayed in June 2011Room rate was very affordable; room cleanliness and accommodations were as I had expected having stayed with Clarion many years ago during travel for work. Staff were extremely helpful, courteous, and attentive to needs.These comments are from a verified stay81 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Wayne from Magnolia stayed in June 2011It was above and beyond what we had expected! The hotel met all our needs and offered an abundance of amenities, which enhanced the overall experience. We would highly recommend this hotel to anyone heading to Mackinac!These comments are from a verified stay100 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|
Clarion Hotel BeachfrontClarion Hotel Beachfront Christopher from Salem stayed in June 2011The Service was excellent, staff was very friendly, welcoming, and accommodating. The room was good, clean, but could use some re-modeling. Overall presentation was nice, great location, and nice to have the breakfast room with complimentary breakfast. Enjoyed my stay.These comments are from a verified stay72 people found this helpful. Did you find this helpful?|Traveler Reviews (951-1000 of 1178)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.