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Mackinaw Budget Inn

2.0 star property
Family-friendly motel with free water park access and seasonal outdoor pool

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Double Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Indoor spa tub
Reviews
6.6

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Your area essentials

Map
138 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Popular LocationMackinaw City Ferry Terminal9 min walk
  • Popular LocationMackinaw City Dock18 min walk
  • Popular LocationOld Mackinac Point Lighthouse2 min drive
  • AirportPellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)28 min drive

Most relevant reviews

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16/10 Good

Room was clean quiet had fridge micro coffee maker.Nice firm beds.
Gordon
Sep 18, 2023
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Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Jacuzzi)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Multiple Beds

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 1 King, In Room Jacuzzi

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

1 King, In Room Jacuzzi

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Indoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
Thunderbird Inn
Pool
Hot Tub
Pet friendly
Parking included
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
The price is $59
$66 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Thunderbird Inn

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

Mackinaw Budget Inn is located in Mackinaw City. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. Traveling with kids? Consider Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Spy Quest Laser Maze. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 18 min walk
  • Colonial Michilimackinac Park - 2 min drive
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Keyhole Bar & Grill - 19 min walk
  • Dixie Saloon - 19 min walk
  • Wienerlicious - 20 min walk
  • Darrow's Family Restaurant - 2 min drive

About this property

Mackinaw Budget Inn

Family-friendly motel near Lake Michigan
Mackinaw Budget Inn is located close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, and provides free water park access, a terrace, and a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, coffee/tea in the lobby, and motorized watercraft on site
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Mackinaw Budget Inn boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free water park
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Free water park access
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; to check in, go to Thunderbird Inn
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 13 and May 9.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from July 01 to July 02
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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

Property is also known as

Mackinaw Budget
Mackinaw Budget Inn
Mackinaw Budget Inn Motel
Mackinaw Budget Inn Mackinaw City
Mackinaw Budget Inn Motel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

Does Mackinaw Budget Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

As of May 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mackinaw Budget Inn on May 19, 2024 start from $65.56, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Mackinaw Budget Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Mackinaw Budget Inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Mackinaw Budget Inn located?

This family-friendly Mackinaw City motel is within a 15-minute walk of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Spy Quest Laser Maze are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 480 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 480 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 480 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 480 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 480 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gordon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean quiet had fridge micro coffee maker.Nice firm beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Mackinaw Budget Motel
I had a very enjoyable stay. The room was clean and the staff were very accommodating. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was so nice. Loved my dtay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosezotta

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brittany

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
room was clean and good location for traveling with pet. lighting in the room was terrible and some of the electrical outlets need replaced. staff was pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. I even got complimentary fudge
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Deekshitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value for the price
It was a quick stay and the room Had a nice old school Feel to it. I liked it and would stay again. The price for the room was very well worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023