Located in a scenic area near Lake Michigan, Sunrise Beach Motel offers a warm atmosphere with free WiFi and amenities like the firepit. Unwind by the pool or connect with nature at the nearby reserve.
Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 21 min drive
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Bière de Mac Brew Works - 3 min drive
Clyde's Place - 11 min drive
Audie's Restaurant - 3 min drive
Keyhole Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
Dixie Saloon - 3 min drive
About this property
Sunrise Beach Motel
When you stay at Sunrise Beach Motel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Lake Michigan. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Fence around the pool
What to do
On a private beach
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Access to nearby indoor pool
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Picnic area
Seasonal outdoor pool
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Firepit
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator (on request)
More
LED light bulbs
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between November 1 and May 1.
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from June 01 to September 30
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Also known as
Sunrise Beach Mackinaw City
Sunrise Beach Motel
Sunrise Beach Motel Mackinaw City
Sunrise Beach Motel Motel
Sunrise Beach Motel Mackinaw City
Sunrise Beach Motel Motel Mackinaw City
Frequently asked questions
Is Sunrise Beach Motel currently open?
The property is closed between November 1 and May 1.
Does Sunrise Beach Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sunrise Beach Motel 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 Sunrise Beach Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Sunrise Beach Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sunrise Beach Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sunrise Beach Motel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Sunrise Beach Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (17-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Sunrise Beach Motel and nearby?
Sunrise Beach Motel has a private beach and a seasonal outdoor pool, as well as a picnic area and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
What's the area around Sunrise Beach Motel like?
Sunrise Beach Motel is a short 1-minute walk from Lake Huron and 14 minutes' walk from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.
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Reviews
Sunrise Beach Motel Reviews
6.8
Good
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6.6
Cleanliness
5.6
Amenities
7.8
Staff & service
6.2
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
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Water
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Lake
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2025
The room was clean the view was amazing and the staff was very friendly
Courtney
Courtney, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2025
Us and our 2 kids stayed here for one night. We loved being right on the water, and the firepits on the water were a quiet and relaxing spot to unwind. Would stay again.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2025
Pet friendly motel right on the water. View of Mackinac bridge and Mackinaw Island from the room. Very convenient for walking dog.
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 28, 2025
Our room had a nice view of the bridge..Enjoyed it!!
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2025
I was happy being on the lake and enjoying a weekend on bonfires on the beach. Thank you for making my trip enjoyable!
Cynthia
Cynthia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
Great place to stay on the beach.
sheri
sheri, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
Love Sunrise Beach Motel!
My husband and I enjoyed our stay at Sunrise. Loved our view from the balcony it was just beautiful to have the window open at night and morning. Room and bathroom were nice and clean. Staff was nice as well. I will consider Sunrise Beach Motel in the future and will highly recommended to family and friends if they ever visit Mackinac Island.
Marlem
Marlem, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2025
Room was very clean, freshly redone and adorable. Beds were comfy and the view was great. Within 5 minutes of all major destinations in Mackinaw. Staff was friendly and quick. Would absolutely stay again!
Hannah K
Hannah K, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Great stay especially for the price. Location is perfect for exploring the area and the view of the bridge and sunrise are great
Tyler
Tyler, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2024
Great stay! Monique at the front desk was very friendly!
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 27, 2024
The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable.
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2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Sep 13, 2025
Check in was great and the views were, also. Our room was very disappointing. The screen door to the balcony was badly ripped and the handle on the slider was broken. The tub needed replaced and the bathroom window was broken and taped over. The beds felt clean and were very comfortable.
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2025
Liked the beach access right of our room and view to the bridge. Beautiful sunrise.
The room was small, pretty clean, bathroom too.
Mattress was very comfortable.
Screen door and sliding door need to be replaced.
Ute
Ute, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 16, 2025
Beautiful view
View was amazing. We had a waterfront room and the view was beautiful. Our first room had a toilet that was not working and the staff was able to quickly move us to another room.
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Cute remodled rooms with water view
The room we stayed in was recently remodled. Very cute. Beds were really nice. Considerably comfortable for a hotel bed. Sheets were crisp and clean. The manager check on us every time he saw us to see how everything was going. The girls at the desk were very friendly and helpful. Will definetly stay again.
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5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Loved being by the water right out of room balcony. Friendly staff.
Diane
Diane, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 27, 2025
I LOVED the ease of the shuttle to the docks. The staff was super friendly and nice. The little beach was so cute and perfect for a quiet little stay.. it was windy so we didn’t do a campfire but we listened to the waves all night. It was perfect .. Except for when our neighbors decided to feed the seagulls at 7am and it sounded like a seagull attack. Haha ! But still is a cute little spot. Needs some updating and plumbing was a little weird.
But would definitely stay again.
Kelley
Kelley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2024
The check in staff was very friendly. The room was clean but a little small. Overall the stay was great.
Janice
Janice, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2024
Cozy and rustic. On the beach, with lake view!
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 19, 2025
This hotel was good for sleeping but don’t expect much else. They were draining the pool when we visited and upon check-in they didn’t inform us of this but we overheard another guest asking about waterpark passes and we then found out they were offering complimentary passes to a nearby hotel, but this was not offered to us, we had to ask. We ended up using the other hotel’s beach more than this one because it was cleaner. The balconies were very nice and the view was wonderful! Rooms were clean and beds were nice. If you call Shepler’s ferry their free shuttle will actually pick you up at the motel which was very nice. Also very convenient location to most things downtown mackinaw. If you’re just using the motel for sleeping and not much else then it’ll get the job done.
Amberley
Amberley, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 19, 2025
Unfortunately I was really disappointed by this stay. We booked online as it was labeled “pet friendly” only to show up and be charged a $35 dollar pet fee PER dog, totaling $70, almost as much as the room itself. The pool and hot tub were both empty, there was trash piling up outside in the trash cans, our balcony door handle was snapped off, sharp, and unable to lock, and they only provided small, clear, Dixie cups for coffee. The beds were very uncomfortable and made loud, rusty squeaking sounds when you moved at night. The lake view was gorgeous, but with all the hotel options in this area, I’d choose somewhere else next time.
Leah
Leah, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 16, 2025
Looked nothing like the photos. For the price it's an okay place to sleep for one night, but that's very subjective. As long as you expect no frills & questionable cleanliness. It looked and smelled like I was staying at a divorced deadbeat dad's apartment that hasn't seen a vacuum in 5 years. I think this should have been a $40 motel for what it actually looks like. I think they get away with higher because it's close to the Mackinac Island ferry. But if you're looking for the cheapest possible, I think the bed was clean so I was happy about that.
Jeanine
Jeanine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
This is a great little motel that is in the middle of face-lift. Our room was so nice. It was newly remodled floor to ceiling knotty pine. Beds were very comfortable. Great views of the bridge and own private beach. Can't wait to stay again.
Angie
Angie, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 31, 2025
Not as clean as it should have been. Room nothing like the pictures on Expedia so it was a bit of a let down
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
Monique is very sweet and welcoming. The room was clean. We loved having the beach outside our doorwall.