By the lake, Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn offers a tranquil retreat. Relax in the sauna or unwind with kayaking activities. With an indoor pool, gym, and free WiFi, this hotel is perfect for unwinding and staying active.
Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Museum of Ojibwa Culture - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Castle Rock - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
Getting around
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 23 min drive
Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 36 min drive
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 41 min drive
Free area shuttle
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Kewadin Shores Hotel and Casino - 6 min drive
Clyde's Drive-In - 6 min drive
Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - 7 min drive
The Wild Blueberry - 5 min drive
About this property
Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn
At Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. The indoor pool is a great spot for a morning swim, and guests can get a workout in at the fitness center. There are 2 hot tubs, a sauna, and in-room conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Free local shuttle
Playground
What to do
Kayaking
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Arcade/game room
2 hot tubs
Sauna
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
28-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 29 and April 26.
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
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Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn St Ignace
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Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn St Ignace
Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn Hotel St Ignace
Frequently asked questions
Is Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn currently open?
The property is closed between October 29 and April 26.
Does Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn 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 Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (5-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Soothe your senses in one of the 2 hot tubs or make use of other amenities, which include an indoor pool and a sauna. Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn also has a fitness center and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn like?
Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Lake Huron and 20 minutes' walk from Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Bavarian Haus Lakefront Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
View
Service staff
Beach
Breakfast
Lake
Location
Kayaking
Bed
Balcony
What guests liked
The beach area was nice, with amenities such as kayaks, chairs, and fire pits, and offered a beautiful view of the lake. (13 reviews)
The spa facilities, including hot tubs and sauna, were a hit with guests. (7 reviews)
The airport shuttle service was great, providing convenient transportation to and from the ferry and a nearby casino. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2025
Recently stayed in St. Ignace and loved our time at the hotel! It was clean, comfortable and the staff was excellent! We could not have had a better experience.
Gabriel
Gabriel, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2025
This is a really nice property extremely reasonable and with lovely views of the lake. The room was really nice, but some of the hallways are a little tired.
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Wonderful staff
We really liked being on the beach of Lake Huron. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They helped us figure out some fun things to do on Mackinac Island and how to get there using the shuttle bus.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
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Nice clean rooms. Overlooking the lake. Fire pits and chairs on the shore for fires in the evening.
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2025
It is a nice quiet place to stay right on the lake. The view of Mackinac Island absolutely gorgeous.
Patrick
Patrick, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
Loved the spa hot tub, staff was very helpful as well.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Great stay overall
Great stay, right on the water with a great view. Close to everything. Would definitely stay here again. My only complaint was the pillows were too bulky and the coffee wasn’t good so we had to go to the local coffee shop.
Lana
Lana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2025
Great place to stay.
Room was very clean and spacious. Check in and out was very efficient. Lakeview was awesome. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Pam
Pam, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 29, 2025
Every room has a priceless view.
thomas
thomas, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 4, 2025
The Bavarian is a good value for being right on the beach. However, the property is dated, the breakfast could improve, and it could be cleaner.
Bradley
Bradley, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2025
Fam
Friendly. Loved the view. Small breakfast bar, but great staff. Excellent! We would stay there again. Old timey.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2025
Great view! Out toddler loved pool, though it seems a little bit old. Beach area is nice for walking.
Olga
Olga, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 27, 2025
The VIEW was a 5. Room was updated and clean. Easy parking. Great food nearby.
Shay
Shay, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2025
good
Ghanshyam
Ghanshyam, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 10, 2025
Good things Right on the water, Nice friendly staff Bad outdated dingy not as clean as it could be Breakfast room is way too small and set up wrong causing bottlenecks
Frances
Frances, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 24, 2025
Nice staff. Clean room and bath.
Penny
Penny, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 13, 2025
Best value for the price
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2024
Nice place to stay.
gregory
gregory, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 8, 2025
Bavarian Haus
Property is on the beach but the beach is dirty and rocky. They did have cornhole and horseshoes out near the beach which was a plus. Breakfast was ok. The biggest problem was swarms and swarms of flying insects(bigger than gnats) flying around everywhere.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Check in was a breeze, our view of the lake was beautiful, and we were within steps of a great restaurant for dinner.
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
Great place!
Amazing stay. We have been here several times and it's always great.
joshua
joshua, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2024
The rooms were nice and clean. Our stay was comfortable and we loved it.
JERRYL
JERRYL, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 23, 2025
Not impressed
Room was somewhat updated, bathroom was clean, but beds were not comfortable. The two queen bed mattresses were hard and sheets were obviously old because the bottom sheets did not have enough elasticity to stay on the mattress. Some of the sheets were yellowed and stained while one of the top sheets was clearly whiter. Balcony in our room only had one chair and the cement was crumbling under the railing. Beautiful view but railing situation felt a little unsafe.
Kirk
Kirk, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 24, 2025
The front desk ladies were so nice and gave us lots of recommendations for restaurants. Hotel is a little shabby. It’s been around for a while. We did not have a microwave in our room which was listed on the amenities. However, it was clean.
The view from the room was fabulous. We were right on the beach of Lake Huron.