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Mackinaw Budget Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal in Mackinaw City

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Front of property
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Children's play area - outdoor
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Aerial view

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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138 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • 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

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

In Mackinaw City .You'll find Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron within a 15-minute walk of this Mackinaw City motel. Also, Edgewater Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Mackinaw Crossings is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Mackinaw Budget Inn

Motel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal in Mackinaw City
Mackinaw Budget Inn offers its guests an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Mackinaw Budget Inn. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property.

This Mackinaw City motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Mackinaw Budget Inn offers 34 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

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

  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 19 and May 9.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your 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

How close is Mackinaw Budget Inn to the airport?

Mackinaw Budget Inn is 12.1 mi (32-min drive) away from the Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mackinaw Budget Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mackinaw Budget Inn.

How close is Mackinaw Budget Inn to the beach?

This motel is a short 7-minute walk from Edgewater Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mackinaw Budget Inn offer free breakfast?

Mackinaw Budget Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Mackinaw Budget Inn have a pool?

Mackinaw Budget Inn features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Mackinaw Budget Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Mackinaw Budget Inn to downtown Mackinaw City?

Mackinaw Budget Inn is 0.8 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Mackinaw Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 544 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 544 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 544 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 544 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 75 out of 544 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sara

Ok stay, served is purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristine

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The area in front of our room was a playground area, not a parking lot. So we were lost looking for our room at 11pm. Our hotel did not have an open lobby, you actually had to check in at an adjoining hotel. No breakfast. It was small and a little dirty. There wasn’t a luggage rack or dresser to put our luggage on. The bathroom counter didn’t abutt the wall, so our toothbrush fell to the floor in this area. Gross!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a scam. The number provided for the property was incorrect. The number for the property on its website was also incorrect. I contacted who I thought was the front desk and they said that there was no such place. They said I did not have a reservation. We ended up driving an additional six hours that night to find lodging. This was supposed to be a halfway point in our journey. I am contacting my financial institution and the Better Business Bureau
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Monirith, Highland Park

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible hotel and the room dirty. Chick-in was in a different hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Harral

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple clean room for a good price. My only complant was a slow draining tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hyunil

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The young gents that checked me in was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Area around the motel was dirty and run down. Having to go to another establishment to check in was odd. Sheets on the bed were not the correct size and you can feel the springs in the beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff was polite and helpful. Nearby town, but not too noisy from traffic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad, FLINT

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Regan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was very confusing. We had to go to another location to check in. Parking was non existent and the location was dirty and trashy. Once in our room, it smelled awful. The bed was hard as a rock. When we arrived there was a group outside playing music loudly and being loud themselves. By 11pm this was still happening.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kat

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The room is small, but the bed was comfortable enough. It was quite clean for an older facility.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Polly

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I do not recommend this property to anyone. Check in was a 45 minute process. I booked a king bed room tried to put me in a queen. Moved us to a property 2 hotels over. The pool was green. The bare minimum of attention is put to maintaining the property. It is rundown and unsafe. The condition of the pools should be reported to the county health department.
The blow dryer
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paulette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Cclean room. Comfortable bed. Great pillows. Quiet and happy staff. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got what I paid for. Great for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Traveled with family
Rooms not kept up very well it was clean but felt run down. The pictures were very misleading on the internet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jignesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muminul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Krystal

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024