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Thunderbird Inn

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near Lake Huron

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Thunderbird Inn

Photo gallery for Thunderbird Inn

Indoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
Front of property
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Reception
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Thunderbird Inn

Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Your area essentials

Map
146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Popular LocationMackinaw City Ferry Terminal8 min walk
  • Popular LocationMackinaw City Dock17 min walk
  • Popular LocationOld Mackinac Point Lighthouse2 min drive
  • AirportPellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)28 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 243 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa, Courtyard View

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa, Courtyard View | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa, Courtyard View

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 243 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub | Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 282 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

In Mackinaw City .Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Mackinaw City Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 17 min walk
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Keyhole Bar & Grill - 18 min walk
  • Dixie Saloon - 18 min walk
  • Wienerlicious - 19 min walk
  • Darrow's Family Restaurant - 2 min drive

About this property

Thunderbird Inn

Family-friendly stay near Lake Huron
Thunderbird Inn offers its guests an indoor pool and a spa tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. Tour/ticket assistance, a vending machine, and concierge services are also featured at the family-friendly Thunderbird Inn. Free self parking is available.

This Mackinaw City motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Thunderbird Inn offers 48 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property will place a credit card authorization of 1 night for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 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.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 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 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Thunderbird Inn Mackinaw City
Thunderbird Mackinaw City
Thunderbird Inn Motel
Thunderbird Inn Mackinaw City
Thunderbird Inn Motel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Thunderbird Inn to the airport?

Thunderbird Inn is 12 mi (32-min drive) away from the Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Inn?

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Inn on May 10, 2024 start from $65.56, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Thunderbird Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thunderbird Inn.

Does Thunderbird Inn offer free breakfast?

Thunderbird Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Thunderbird Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Thunderbird Inn have a pool?

Thunderbird Inn features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Thunderbird Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Thunderbird Inn to downtown Mackinaw City?

Thunderbird Inn is 0.8 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Thunderbird Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 311 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 381 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 171 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vlad E Mark, Rochester Hills

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old buildings and facilities, but very clean and still decent. Would recommend for the frugal shopper. Staff was easy to work with and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Pamela

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Randel

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Totally a sinus infection headache.
Check is was easy . Clerk was friendly. Beds looked new. The room Stunck of mold and mildew. Carpet by bathroom snows mold and age. Carpet really needs replacing. Woke up with a nauseous sinus headache. Still feeling sick hours later. If your planning to stay here ask the to air the room out in advance.
Mold in bathroom.
Mold growing in carpet.
Beds were comfortable and appear newer .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Akshar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is good, I did not have any issue the room or the staff. But it did not had breakfast included as mentioned in reservation. Instead, They provide you with the coupon that says buy 1 get 1.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jun

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Only a few minute walk away from the star line ferry terminal. Very convenient:)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

deep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023