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Bell's Melody Motel

2.0 star property
Fun in the sand, near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Beach
Property grounds
Property grounds
Pool
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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11460 W US 23, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

In Mackinaw City .Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Also, Edgewater Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Jack Pine Lumberjack Show is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Bell's Melody Motel

Beach motel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
As a guest of Bell's Melody Motel, you'll find a vending machine and tour/ticket assistance. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available. 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
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Bell's Melody Motel offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room refrigerator

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [11416 US Highway 23, Mackinaw City, MI 49701]
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bell's Melody Motel to the airport?

Bell's Melody Motel is 12.6 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 Bell's Melody Motel?

As of Oct 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bell's Melody Motel on Oct 12, 2025 start from $63.59, 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 Bell's Melody Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bell's Melody Motel.

How close is Bell's Melody Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 6-minute walk from Edgewater Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bell's Melody Motel offer free breakfast?

Bell's Melody Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bell's Melody Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bell's Melody Motel?

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

Is there free parking at Bell's Melody Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Bell's Melody Motel have a pool?

Bell's Melody Motel features outdoor pool access.

Does Bell's Melody Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Bell's Melody Motel to downtown Mackinaw City?

Bell's Melody Motel is 1.2 mi away from Mackinaw City.

Bell's Melody Motel Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 88 out of 249 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Business traveler, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

NASTY

Horrible. Sealing cracked and paint is literally falling as if there was at one point a leak. Lampshade barely holding onto the wire rim of the lamp. The WORST PART? tub WOULDNT DRAIN, which meant no showers or baths available. We had the room for 2 days, Waited 1.5 days for them to tell us the drain was fixed ONLY FOR IT TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP. management said we would have to take up our issues with 3rd party booking agent. NEVER RETURNING TO THIS LOCATION.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachel, Macomb

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
No hot water, no wifi, no cable tv. The top blanket had stains on it that I removed it and I was scared to not wear shoes in the place. There were bugs smashed on the walls and I thought about leaving in the middle of the night it was so bad. The fromt desk people were nice but I would never stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am all for a mom and pop motel. And I am aware that most places are closed for winter in this area but this place needs to be closed down , I'm actually not sure how they have passed or gotten away with staying op n. They own 4 motels in the area, when we arrived the signs said vacancy n $69 a night which we paid way more and even at $69 a night or is insane because this place is so ran down from chipping paint, old dirty nasty walls, had to sit sideways on the toilet because it's basically under the sink n the carpet does not look like it's been clean in years and was damp. There was one outlet in the whole tiny room with an extension cord, no amenities, and we were the only people even staying there. Now the pool are yes they advertised it.. well it's half indoor/outdoor and they do have a hot tub, that being said it's disgusting.. the staff were nice but other then that this place may have been a nice place 20 years ago but there has been 0 upkeep to the place.. do not waste your money at all to stay here it's that bad..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbara, Niles

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
WE didn't like too much. Asked for a room in one of the properties they moved us to it. That room Had a bathtub that had a new tub insert but the corner had been broken off and you could see the old rusty tub. We stayed but will never go back and that's too bad because we have stayed there before. The first desk clerk that checked us in was nice but when we came back we had a different one and she became indignant. If anyone stays here check out your room first.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Tena

Traveled with partner
Nice view of the bridge
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Sharity

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible and very accomdating

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Towels , mattresses was comfortable, no WiFi , shower floor all busted , cracked flooring peeling up away from wall , rotted wasn’t worth what I paid ! need a partial refund ! Call the front desk 15 times and could no get thru , called emergency number and she said sh call but never got an answer and complained at front desk at check out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wife loved the retro vibes. The proximity to the lake. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attempts at room upgrades poorly done. Beds had older, well used mattresses. Ice ands soda machines outside the room not working. Booked 2 nights, stayed one.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older roadside motel that has been kept in reasonable condition. The room was simple and clean. The staff were very nice. The place is just what I wanted and expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Esther

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was right at the water. nice beach. staff was so nice and accomodating. put us in a different room that didnt smell like mold.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bathtub was really dirty in one of the rooms... the rest was as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Erin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was on a motorcycle to find a gravel drive way. Dead bugs on the wall, air condition to small for the cottage, tv didn’t work, shower was at a height for someone 5 foot at most. Shower surrounded falling a part
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The pictures online were not accurate of the room conditions. It gave us a place to lay our heads for the night, but that was it. The bathroom has not been maintained so it was old, broken, and dirty. The picnic table outside was broken in pieces laying on the ground and the beach front was full of garbage and debris. It says u see new management and it looks like they are trying to get things repaired but as of now it’s not there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst Motel in Mackinac

Room pictured was not the room received. Rooms were very dirty, pool was very dirty, no cable, no A/C, mold everywhere. We did not stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Makayla

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Lara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
First thing...there is one reception desk for 3 properties. 2 seperate people in front on me in line were assigned rooms at adjoining properties they didn't reserve with basically an "oh well response". The ac unit in room smelled moldy and never got cold. The tv did not work. The shower was dirty and previous guests used toiletries were left in the shower, including used bar soap. There is nothing within walking distance. Also the parking is tight and multiple vehicles missed having an accident by mere inches. Really run down. The tiny beach area was pleasant and good view of nightime fireworks. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Dan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pictures are not accurate. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

BAD

Room was gross, small, and dirty. Not enough electrical sockets for the appliances in the room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Blake

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For it being located right on the beach, it was great. The only down side was the bathroom had black mold all on and around the ceiling.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Titus

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024