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Mackinaw Budget Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Nestled near Lake Michigan, Mackinaw Budget Inn offers a warm welcome with a playground and two pools to enjoy. Connect to WiFi, grab a coffee in the lobby, and take advantage of free self parking. Guests rave about this convenient location near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (8)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
The current price is CNY399
CNY443 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Double Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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

1 King, In Room Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Jacuzzi)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
138 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Edgewater Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive
  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Clyde's Place - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Mackinaw Budget Inn

Mackinaw Budget Inn puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and parasailing are nearby. Other highlights include an outdoor pool and a terrace.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 34 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, MI 49701]
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 19 and May 9.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 40 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover

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

Is Mackinaw Budget Inn currently open?

The property is closed between October 19 and May 9.

Does Mackinaw Budget Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Mackinaw Budget 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 Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Mackinaw Budget Inn and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, and return when the snow melts for hiking and kayaking. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. Mackinaw Budget Inn also has a picnic area and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

What's the area around Mackinaw Budget Inn like?

Mackinaw Budget Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and 12 minutes' walk from Lake Huron.

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Reviews

Mackinaw Budget Inn Reviews

6.6

Good

7.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.2

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Worth the price!

Hotel is a good budget Motel. A little run-down but clean with comfortable beds. Worth the price!
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was clean and close to the highway.
Kathleen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location and reasonably priced
Nicole, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Convenient location. Nice Staff
Patricia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was clean, the hotel was old but cared for. The location is a bit outside of the busy area, not really walkable to downtown. But for the price, the hotel stay was great.
Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The young gents that checked me in was awesome
Beverly, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The room is small, but the bed was comfortable enough. It was quite clean for an older facility.
Janice, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean. Staff was polite and helpful. Nearby town, but not too noisy from traffic.
Teresa, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Cclean room. Comfortable bed. Great pillows. Quiet and happy staff. I would stay again.
Paulette, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location and sraff we're awesome
Jaclyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Check in was quick and easy. They handed us coupons for dining a 2 gift certificates to the local arcade. Our room was clean, bathroom was clean and overall it felt safe and was quiet.
Shannon L., 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Ok stay, served is purpose.
Sara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
Sharon, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Simple clean room for a good price. My only complant was a slow draining tub.
Harral, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was decent, location great. Older hotel, office located in hotel next door.
Robin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very enjoyable
Jignesh, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Kinda dirty. Uncomfortable bed. TV problems. Staff friendly. Lousy amenities.
Margaret, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!

Clean quiet room. Reception man was so very friendly and polite as was the woman who was there the next morning. I'll stay here again!
Tim, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Bit pricey but not a roach motel

Expensive but what was left for hotels in the area. Clean enough for a motel, but kind of small.
Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was so nice. Loved my dtay
Holly, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I got what I paid for. Great for the price.
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kevin, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Cheaper than most Mackinaw motels. Bed was comfortable. Short bike ride to downtown.
rebecca, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean and reasonably priced. Hot Tub was drained, though, which was a bummer. Inside and outside pools were nice. Would definitely stay again.
Gail, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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Gerard, 1-night trip