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Hotel Description

Motel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal in Mackinaw City

On lake

Stay at this Mackinaw City motel and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Straits State Park and Wilderness State Park. Mackinac Bridge and Deer Ranch are within 12 miles (20 km).

Outdoor pool

This motel features an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free self parking and a picnic area are also offered on site.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

2 Queen Lakefront with Private Deck

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

1 Queen Lakefront with Private Deck

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Northwinds Motel ratings based on 15 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
1.9 out of 5 2.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 3.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 2.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 2.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Northwinds Motel

Everyone (9) Couples (2) Family (2)
1 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 28, 2023

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1 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 8, 2021

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3 out of 5
It was right on the lake and you could see the bridge from your room.

Posted by on Aug 26, 2021

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1 out of 5
Couldn't check in until 4:00. Was told I'd get a receipt upon check-out. Ready to leave at 7 am the next morning, but told (by phone) that office wouldn't open until 8:00. Room was clean enough but very simple and old. Not worth the $122 cost by a long shot. The toilet wouldn't flush because the tank wouldn't fill. The valve on the supply line was open so something else was wrong.

Posted by , from MINNEAPOLIS on Aug 23, 2021

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1 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 2, 2021

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1 out of 5
This was the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in. It smelled, no fitted sheets on the bed, no towels. We paid 190 for one night & they didn’t actually have a room. Had to check in at Sunrise hotel & gave us a room at yet another hotel down the road. This room had cobwebs & spiders hanging from the ceiling. I left there feeling like I had acquired bugs from our stay. Only reason we did stay is because we booked online & couldn’t get a refund. I wouldn’t stay there again for free. Beware & sad to say this hotel even shows up on your site, we definitely felt scammed. Do not stay here or at the 4 hotels next to it.

Posted by on Aug 2, 2021

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3 out of 5
Dislike the outdatedness of the room, slight musty smell. Have to check in at motel down the road.

Posted by on Oct 6, 2019

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3 out of 5
I loved it was right on lake Huron. I didn't like that you had to check in and out at a hotel 2 doors down and that the pool and breakfast they talked about were also offered at a different hotel. The room was out dated, clean but old, things were plugged in with extension chords.

Posted by on Sep 13, 2019

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2 out of 5
Could not get the Wi-Fi Continental breakfast was skimpy

Posted by on Sep 7, 2019

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1 out of 5
Really dirty and not what it is in picture. The room smell really bad. And it was dirty in the room and bathroom.

Posted by on Aug 7, 2019

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Property Features

Northwinds Motel offers its guests an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Northwinds Motel also features tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area. 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.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Northwinds Motel offers 17 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Television
  • Cable channels
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Ensuite bathroom

Nearby Activities

An indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 11:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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 and debit 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, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 11:00 PM
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Debit cards

Hotel Names

  • Northwinds Mackinaw City
  • Northwinds Motel
  • Northwinds Motel Mackinaw City
  • Northwinds Motel Motel
  • Northwinds Motel Mackinaw City
  • Northwinds Motel Motel Mackinaw City

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.