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Aurora Borealis Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with restaurant, near Wawatam Lighthouse

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Close to the shores of Lake Michigan, Aurora Borealis Motel offers a convenient retreat with free in-room WiFi and parking. Enjoy delicious meals at the restaurant or grab a snack from the vending machine. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free toiletries
The current price is CNY526
CNY589 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
635 Business Loop I-75, St Ignace, MI, 49781

What's nearby

  • Straits State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wawatam Lighthouse - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bridge View Park - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Fort de Baude Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 28 min drive
  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 35 min drive
  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 3.9 miles/6.3 km
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free casino shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪BC Pizza - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood Restaurant & Sportsbar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Aurora Borealis Motel

  • When you stay at Aurora Borealis Motel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Wawatam Lighthouse and Lake Huron. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Also, Bridge View Park and Fort de Baude Museum are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 56 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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 not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Offsite

    • Free area shuttle
    • Free casino shuttle
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Free local shuttle

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Wild Blueberry - Onsite restaurant.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and May 3.

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 does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aurora Borealis Motel currently open?

The property is closed between October 29 and May 3.

Does Aurora Borealis Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Aurora Borealis 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.

Are pets allowed at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Aurora Borealis Motel?

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

Is there an onsite casino at Aurora Borealis Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Aurora Borealis Motel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Wawatam Lighthouse (15-min walk) and Fort de Baude Museum (1 mi), along with Museum of Ojibwa Culture (1.2 mi) and Bridge View Park (1.7 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Aurora Borealis Motel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Wild Blueberry.

Does Aurora Borealis Motel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Aurora Borealis Motel like?

Aurora Borealis Motel is a short 6-minute walk from Lake Huron and 4 minutes' walk from Straits State Park.

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Reviews

Aurora Borealis Motel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Parking was easy and convenient for guests. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome restaurant on property
Eric, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Older hotel but clean and well taken care of. Would stay again!
Theresa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The desk staff was very pleasant and the room was perfect!
Michelle, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff were friendly, clean rooms, easy parking.
James, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Convenient place, clean, included breakfast, staff very friendly, restaurants nearby
Marta Ivette, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and comfortable, and was close to the center of town.
Nathan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy parking, comfy sleep , great price . Will stay again next time
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice and small motel, friendly staff. Conveniently located. Would definitely stay again.
Bradley A., 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable rooms
Robyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

this motel was very clean and we would stay here again.
John, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Clean room, breakfast only continental. Excellent restaurant in walking distance.
Daniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Rooms were clean and in good repair. Will gladly stay here again next trip
Greg, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to everything. Friendly staff. Clean.
Sage, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff
Michele, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a good value, we did care to stay on the water.
Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great clean hotel room, nice location. Definitely recommend.
Michelle, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great place and location. Perfect for what we needed. We’ve stayed here before and would again. We did not take advantage of the free breakfast.
Mary, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This may have been yhe cleanest hotel I’ve ever stayed at.
Bradley, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It's a good motel ,clean, quiet, breakfast not good
maria, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean and convenient
Douglas J, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location for the price!

It was a great location in St. Ignace. Convenient to ferries and downtown St. Ignace. The AC unit was a bit loud, but not unbearable.
Rebecca, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff was very friendly. The restaurant next door (I think owned by the same people) was great. Awesome breakfast menu but did have a wait to be seated on Sunday because they were so busy. That’s a sign of a popular place.
Diane, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and quiet hotel. It was perfect for our needs!
Nancy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Parking was good. Heating was good. Small continental breakfast but sufficient. This motel was a excellent buy for the price.
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

small but nice and clean.
kerrie, 1-night trip