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2.0/5
Based on 395 guest reviews
- Includes an outdoor swimming pool
- Complimentary breakfast is offered
- 46 sleeping rooms in hotel
- 2 floors in hotel
- Check in: 4:00pm
- Check out: 10:00am
- Groups & Meetings rating of 8.6/10
- 2 meeting rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
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Local Attractions
Mackinac Island~Colonial Michilimackinac~Fort Mackinac~ The Grand Hotel~Mackinac Island Carriage Tours~ Mackinaw Crossings Shopping Center~ Retired Coast Guard Cutter Mackinac~Jack Pine Lumberjack Show~ Mackinac Bridge Museum~ Mackinac Bridge~Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry, Arnold Line Ferry~ Star Line Ferry, Cross In The Woods Catholic Shrine~ Sturgeon River Outfitters~ The Mackinac Club Golf Course~ Hidden River Golf Course~ The Jewel Golf Course~Alexander Henry Park~ Lake Huron Beach Access~ Wilderness State Park and more!
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Verified Reviews of Great Lakes Inn
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "First class service from all employees."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
They made us feel so welcomed. Had good dinner suggestions and even went out of their way to get us a bench for fireworks viewing. I cannot walk well and this was so appreciated! Room was tidy and clean. Thank you for everything.
Dawn C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
03-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jul 27 to Mon Jul 29 2024 at a $67.13 average nightly rate. 
"Decent place, no breakfast in our building, a surprise."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
when I found your ad, you showed 135/ nite. real price was over $ 200. I would have hunted for lower price.
Robert R. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
15-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jul 11 to Fri Jul 12 2024 at a $169.99 average nightly rate. "Clean Rooms"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
The room was clean.
Robert V. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
14-Sep-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 09 to Sun Sep 10 2023 at a $67.99 average nightly rate. "Nice. Friendly people. Clean room."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The room was clean and comfortable.
Janet S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
06-Aug-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Aug 02 to Thu Aug 03 2023 at a $74.99 average nightly rate. Property Description
Located in the heart of Michigan's number one tourist destination, the Great Lakes Inn prides itself on our clean comfortable rooms at an affordable price. Sitting on five acres adjacent to Lake Huron and the ferry docks that take you to Mackinac Island, we offer spa rooms, nonsmoking king and queen rooms in addition to a family suite with bunk beds. This group friendly hotel offers a light continental breakfast, indoor pool with spa and outdoor pool with a wonderful sun deck! Within 10 minutes walking distance to the Mackinaw Crossings, restaurants, town center and more!
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00pm |
| Check Out: | 10:00am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2011 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 46 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 40 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 2 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 8 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 32 |
| Suites: | 1 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 2 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 2050 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 30 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: To receive a full refund, you must cancel 20 days prior to your arrival. | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 25% |
| Total Taxes: | 8.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 6.00% |
| City Tax: | 2.00% |
| Resort/Hotel Fee: | 300.00 Per Hour |
| Cleaning Fee: | 100.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Power Surcharge Fee: | 100.00 Per Day |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 40.00 Per Day |
| Banquet Labor Fees: | 50.00 Per Hour |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 5.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 2.00 Per Person |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary breakfast
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Electronic key card
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Jogging path
- Laundry facilities
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- Travellers cheques accepted
Airport & Shuttle Information
15 Miles from Pellston Regional AirportTaxi, aprox $25
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Darrow's Family Restaurant (0.3 miles) - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this local favorite.
- Lunch: The Lighthouse Restaurant (0.2 miles) - Savor fresh seafood and stunning waterfront views for lunch.
- Dinner: Keyhole Bar & Grill (0.5 miles) - Enjoy delicious American cuisine in a cozy atmosphere.
- Activity: Mackinaw Bridge Museum (0.4 miles) - Explore the history of the iconic Mackinac Bridge and enjoy panoramic views from the observation deck.
- Breakfast: Java Joe's Cafe (0.3 miles) - Grab a cup of coffee and a delicious pastry to start your day.
- Lunch: The Pink Pony (0.4 miles) - Enjoy a casual lunch with waterfront views and a lively atmosphere.
- Dinner: Nonna Lisa's Italian Restaurant (0.6 miles) - Indulge in authentic Italian dishes made with love.
- Activity: Mackinaw City Trolley Tour (0.2 miles) - Hop on a trolley and explore the city's landmarks and attractions.
- Breakfast: Pancake Chef (0.5 miles) - Treat yourself to fluffy pancakes and other breakfast favorites.
- Lunch: Audie's Restaurant (0.3 miles) - Try their famous whitefish sandwich or other delicious options.
- Dinner: The Depot Restaurant (0.7 miles) - Dine in a historic train depot and savor gourmet dishes.
- Activity: Mackinaw City Sunset Cruise (0.4 miles) - Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Huron and witness a breathtaking sunset.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Great Lakes Inn
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Great Lakes Inn.
Feel free to use the Great Lakes Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Mackinaw City event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Meeting room A | 30 x 15 x 10 | 450 | 30/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Meeting room ARoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 450 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 30 x 15 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 7 Columns: 1 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $200.00 USD Full Day Rental: $300.00 USD Evening Rental: $200.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $100.00 USD | ||||||||||||
| Outside ptio | 40 x 40 x 0 | 1600 | 30/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Outside ptioRoom Type: Pool Deck Total Size: 1600 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 40 x 40 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 2 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $200.00 USD Full Day Rental: $300.00 USD Evening Rental: $200.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $100.00 USD | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Great Lakes Inn
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 10:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Great Lakes Inn have?
There are 46 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Great Lakes Inn?
Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
Can I get a AAA rate at Great Lakes Inn?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Great Lakes Inn?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a pool at Great Lakes Inn?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..
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