Is parking available at the property?

Parking is available for bicycles at the property. There is no information regarding car parking options.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time is at 4:00 PM, and check-out time is at 10:00 AM. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for instructions.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property is not wheelchair accessible, and the upper floors are accessible only by stairs. There is no information on step-free entrances or accessible facilities.

What is the location of the lodge in relation to key landmarks?

The lodge is centrally located in Mackinac Island, just steps from Lake Huron and 3 minutes by foot from the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau. It is 0.5 miles from The Jewel at the Grand Hotel and 9.4 miles from Lake Michigan.

Are extra beds or cribs available at the lodge?

The lodge offers cribs for an additional fee of USD 15.00 per day. There is no information on rollaway beds or extra beds.

Pontiac Lodge | Mackinac Island

Average nightly price at Pontiac Lodge by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$165
February	$149
March	$137
April	$143
May	$303
September	$348
October	$246
November	$159
December	$181

What guests think

At Pontiac Lodge, travelers highlight a central, right-off-the-ferry location and friendly, helpful staff that make check-in easy and stays convenient for exploring Mackinac Island’s shops, restaurants, and sights entirely on foot.

Expect stairs—there’s no elevator—and occasional street or horse noise in some street-facing rooms. Room layouts vary: some are spacious with lake or Main Street views, while others are smaller or rely on a skylight, and a few guests noted minor maintenance issues or bright rooms at night. Housekeeping is usually solid, though a handful of cleanliness slip-ups were reported. Overall, it’s a straightforward, no-frills base for visiting Mackinac Island.

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Facilities

Access is by stairs only; multiple guests note the lack of an elevator. Amenities are basic, with ice and vending machines and limited common spaces; a few comments mentioned worn exterior stairs or a desire for bike storage.

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Christine

Nov 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We always stay at the Pontiac during off season, so we've been there at least 50 times, and we've never had a problem or complaint. It's always very clean with scalding hot water. Each room has a wet bar, fridge, microwave, coffee machine, and I like the small touch of a roll of paper towel by the sink. The alley can be tight on space if in-season, if you have a bike. Pop and ice machine. Accessible by stairs only, no elevator, and all rooms are upstairs (it's above a store).

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Cheryl

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

With the exception of lack of elevator, property was perfect for our needs.

10

Jeff

Aug 7, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a great stay at the Pontiac Lodge. We arrived on the island early and they allowed us to drop off our luggage. When our room was ready, they sent a text to let us know. The room was clean and spacious. Our view overlooked the main street below so it was great for people-watching. My only criticism would be it could use a dedicated/secure space for bicycle storage.

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Dennis

Sep 21, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Those steeps were a killer for this guy. But …..

6

Amy

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was good. Front desk not very personable. Exterior (stairs could use work). Overall pleased though

10

Marissa

Jul 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location and the staff makes this property five stars. There were some kind of steep stairs getting to the room making it little difficult for some in our group, and I’d suggest a topper for the mattress, as it was little hard for my liking but overall it was a very nice stay.

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Michelle

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel requires a walk up a flight of stairs, I don’t believe they have an elevator. It’s right next to the Kingston kitchen at the village inn which has great food. It’s also close to other restaurants and shops, right downtown. The room we stayed in was clean and spacious and nicely decorated. It was very comfortable. I have zero complaints about the hotel. They had a dockporter bring our bags to and from the ferry and up to our room. We had a great stay.

8

Carole

Sep 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Charming decor. Outstanding location. One building away from Main Street; very walkable to the Grand Hotel. I only gave it a 4 b/c there was no elevator (and no valet to tip to haul your suitcase up the stairs) and no noise insulation. The next building was only a few feet outside our window, and there was a half inch opening under our room door allowing in all noise from the hallway as if the people were right in your room. This opening also let in light, keeping the room from getting fully dark at night. But overall it was good and I would stay there again. Suggestion: When you get off the ferry, tip the ferry dockworkers and they will carry your suitcases up the stairs to your room. But you still have to carry it down yourself.

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Gregg

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is our third time on the island. We’ve stayed at some nice big Rizzi expensive places, but this place for the dollar and the location was absolutely perfect. You don’t have a nice foyer to lounge in or rocking chairs out front, but nobody’s gonna know if you use somebody down the street. Lol! We would definitely stay here again, especially if we made last-minute reservations as we did this time.

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TODD

May 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was spacious and the cool/ heat was nice to be able to control for each space. It’s nicely decorated with a nautical theme. It has an outside covered stairs, that looked well used. No elevator!

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently praise clean, well-kept rooms and bathrooms. A few guests reported issues such as dirty sheets, drain flies, a missed item under the bed, or dingy carpets.

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Alice Female

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location, very clean and quiet. Very helpful and friendly front desk.

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Traci

Jul 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was small but just enough room for us all to sleep. However the sheets on one of our beds was dirty with hairs all over inside it and didn’t fine out until bedtime and couldn’t get in touch with anyone to get new sheets. There were dust bunnies under the trundle bed. One lady at the front desk was very rude and snarky to us. The other one was really kind and helpful. No windows besides a skylight in the room. Felt we should have had better service for the amount of money it cost to stay there.

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Brad

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Internet was good, TV was glitchy, air conditioner had a loud noise when in operation. The room was very clean, accommodating and comfortable. It was easy access to everything downtown. Our room was facing street side, so there was outside noise at night and could hear the horses all during the night. We enjoyed our stay on the island regardless.

10

David

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

nice size, clean, and the staff was great.

10

Judy

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean room.

10

SAMANTHA

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and updated property. Would definitely stay again.

8

Laura

Jul 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Good stay for the price. The check-in lady was meh. The cleaning staff was very pleasant. Very convenient location. Check-in was confusing where it was located. Wish they had some hooks to hang towels. There is plenty of room behind toilet, wall next to vanity and back of door for towel hooks. Big missed convenience that would cost only a few dollars. Carpet seemed sticky/dirty. My socks got black real quick. Should pull up and put in a laminate. Beds were very bouncy and shook you every time your partner moves. So other than the beds and the floor, the place was great.

8

Erica

Oct 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room had drain flies, and front desk staff didn’t seem concerned when we let them know.

10

Dianne

Aug 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location right near ferry landing. The room was very spacious. Bathroom was spotless bit a bit snug. Staff was exceptional! Highly recommend

10

Lee

Oct 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very comfortable room in an ideal location. Staff was friendly and helpful.

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Rooms

Layouts vary from spacious rooms with Main Street or lake views to smaller spaces, including some with only a skylight or limited windows. Street-facing rooms can be noisy, and a few noted small showers, light intrusion, TV or A/C quirks.

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Brad

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Internet was good, TV was glitchy, air conditioner had a loud noise when in operation. The room was very clean, accommodating and comfortable. It was easy access to everything downtown. Our room was facing street side, so there was outside noise at night and could hear the horses all during the night. We enjoyed our stay on the island regardless.

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Pat

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was furnished quite nicely, but the room was very small and lacking outlets. Also, this appears to be an amateur remodeling job, as the bathroom door hits the sink when trying to close it. Aldo, there were noisy kids

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Eric

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was spacious and comfortable. There is also so much to do and see around the area.

8

Tara

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent location, room is comfortable and clean. Staff was nice. Shower was pretty tiny. One suggestion I have is to please add on blackout curtains; the room is very bright at night.

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Brad

Jun 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Room is very small. Bathroom is very small. Room desperately needs to be updated.

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Shauna

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location right across from Shepler’s Ferry Dock. Clean and comfortable. Large room. Only drawback, it was right above the busy street so with the windows open we heard people walking by until @ 2 am, and horse hoofs clomping by (kind of charming, but…). The second night with the windows closed, it didn’t bother us. I would stay here again.

10

Tonya

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room, 20, was clean, updated, and spacious. The only complaint was the bed nearest to the sink squeaked every time I moved during the night.

10

Raj B.

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel room was outstanding. The front desk was incredible, she let us drop our bags and enjoy the day while they were getting the room ready. The location is directly across from the ferry landing so easy to get there and to go home. We had a corner room overlooking the main street and had a view of Lake Huron also. All the restaurants are just fown the street an easy walk. Taxi was available to go up to the Fort or the Grand. Highly recommend the Pontiac Lodge.

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Karen

Oct 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Right at the base of downtown. 2 minutes from ferry. 15 min. to walk to Grand hotel. Staff very kind & helpful Our rm had a skylight (no windows) which I thought might be a bit creepy but it was nice. My only negative is all the bath towels were way past there intended use. Rough, grey, tattered and ready for the rag bag They shoud be SOFT and white

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Catharina

Oct 3, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

I had a room with a skylight only. I had not expect that for $250+ a night. I do not believe this meets the standard. Also, no maid service. Location is great. Staff was OK, not overly friendly. All in all a mediocre experience. would not recommend

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful, with easy check-in, luggage drop, and proactive communication. Isolated complaints cite a rude or indifferent front desk, early hallway noise, or a mishandled bed-type reservation.

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Alice Female

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location, very clean and quiet. Very helpful and friendly front desk.

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Traci

Jul 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was small but just enough room for us all to sleep. However the sheets on one of our beds was dirty with hairs all over inside it and didn’t fine out until bedtime and couldn’t get in touch with anyone to get new sheets. There were dust bunnies under the trundle bed. One lady at the front desk was very rude and snarky to us. The other one was really kind and helpful. No windows besides a skylight in the room. Felt we should have had better service for the amount of money it cost to stay there.

10

Todd

Oct 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly upon check in. They had great knowledge of the island and places.

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Joyce

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very close and convenient to the Sheplers Ferry dock. Staff was great, very helpful and accommodating. Would recommend highly

10

Robin

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location and wonderful service! We loved everything about the Pontiac Lodge!!

8

Sharon

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The lady at the front desk was very helpful

4

Allison

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Took my mother for her 80th birthday to the island.We reserved a two beds in a room and ended up with the room having a furniture change without our knowlege. A loveseat is not a bed. Mom had difficulty getting out of bed all night and moving around room due to this change. Told upon arrival that this was not going to be acceptable and all front desk lady said waa she would change reservation picture on the site. Told her again at check out and on the message and they did nothing but say sorry. Very disappointed. If you reserve two beds in a room you should get two beds. Had i known early on prior to arrival i would have gone elsewhere.

10

Raj B.

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel room was outstanding. The front desk was incredible, she let us drop our bags and enjoy the day while they were getting the room ready. The location is directly across from the ferry landing so easy to get there and to go home. We had a corner room overlooking the main street and had a view of Lake Huron also. All the restaurants are just fown the street an easy walk. Taxi was available to go up to the Fort or the Grand. Highly recommend the Pontiac Lodge.

10

Chad

Nov 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great management! We went to Pontiac Lodge after the season ended and most businesses were closed down. The room was as expected - clean and nice. We originally booked for 2 nights but canceled 2nd night due to everything being closed (I should have done my research first). The owner/manager was gracious and allowed us to cancel and she was very pleasant. She made the hotel choice worth the experience. Much appreciated. I would stay here again.

10

Deborah

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice,close to ferry , clean, two gals at front desk was very helpful and nice we could drop luggage off early to our room

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Location

Outstanding location across from Shepler’s ferry and right on or near Main Street, steps to shops, restaurants, and attractions. Convenience is a clear highlight, though central rooms may pick up street or horse noise.

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Kerry

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Location is great and convenient to downtown area and there are great dining options literally next door.

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Peter

Jul 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location for a couple of nights on Mackinac Island. So close to Main Street attractions that one can walk anywhere along Main Street.

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Tammy

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Right across from Sheppler’s ferry dock. Convenient to everything downtown. Clean, quite very friendly staff. This was our 2nd time staying and we will again.

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Diane

Jul 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location.

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Shauna

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location right across from Shepler’s Ferry Dock. Clean and comfortable. Large room. Only drawback, it was right above the busy street so with the windows open we heard people walking by until @ 2 am, and horse hoofs clomping by (kind of charming, but…). The second night with the windows closed, it didn’t bother us. I would stay here again.

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David

Oct 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is just steps away from the main road with all its shops. The room was very spacious.

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Raj B.

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel room was outstanding. The front desk was incredible, she let us drop our bags and enjoy the day while they were getting the room ready. The location is directly across from the ferry landing so easy to get there and to go home. We had a corner room overlooking the main street and had a view of Lake Huron also. All the restaurants are just fown the street an easy walk. Taxi was available to go up to the Fort or the Grand. Highly recommend the Pontiac Lodge.

10

Linette

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Ferry dock across the street.

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Paul

Nov 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Love this location right across the street from one of the ferry docks and very close to many restaurants and shops

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Thomas

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location is perfect since it is directly across the street from Sheplers dock, it’s in the center of town and right on Main st. The bed and pillows were extremely comfortable. Will probably stay again.

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Dining

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Kerry

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Location is great and convenient to downtown area and there are great dining options literally next door.

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Jeffrey

Aug 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was ok. Room was clean and quiet. Wish they had dining or breakfast

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Robert

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

So close to the docks we easily walked. Close to everything. Awesome dining next door.

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Kimberly

Mar 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely modern and spacious room with comfortable beds and lots of natural light. We stayed during the off season and Pontiac Lodge was next door to the only restaurant that was open on the island.

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Linda

Sep 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed was uncomfortable. Mechanical noises woke us up. No window which is a safety hazard. Coffee was awful. On a good note the room was clean and free from bed bugs. Room 29

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Raj B.

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel room was outstanding. The front desk was incredible, she let us drop our bags and enjoy the day while they were getting the room ready. The location is directly across from the ferry landing so easy to get there and to go home. We had a corner room overlooking the main street and had a view of Lake Huron also. All the restaurants are just fown the street an easy walk. Taxi was available to go up to the Fort or the Grand. Highly recommend the Pontiac Lodge.

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Michelle

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel requires a walk up a flight of stairs, I don’t believe they have an elevator. It’s right next to the Kingston kitchen at the village inn which has great food. It’s also close to other restaurants and shops, right downtown. The room we stayed in was clean and spacious and nicely decorated. It was very comfortable. I have zero complaints about the hotel. They had a dockporter bring our bags to and from the ferry and up to our room. We had a great stay.

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