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Bell's Melody Motel

Property class: 2
Beach motel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a forested area in the background.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and sunshades, with large windows allowing natural light.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A bench by a lake with a distant bridge and buildings.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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11460 W US 23, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Edgewater Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Edgewater Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside deck.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • 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. Edgewater Beach and Edgewater Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Edgewater Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 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
  • ‪Fox's Pizza Den - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬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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Sep 9 - Sep 10
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 Sep 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bell's Melody Motel on Sep 9, 2026 start from $83, including 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 1-minute walk from Edgewater Beach and 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. 37 out of 269 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 269 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 269 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 269 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 101 out of 269 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

4.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in room 16 walked right out into the lake ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kayla

Liked: Staff & service
It was it not bad. It was the first weekend of the summer season and you could tell the room wasn’t cleaned recently but nothing horrible. Bathroom needed a quick wipe down. Right on the water view a good view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had two rooms that were very outdated. Carpets were filthy. Cob webs in corners. Screens ripped. Mold on walls in bathrooms. Outlets were overloaded. Tv remotes did not work. Handles falling off bathroom fixtures. Doors would not close properly. One of the beds was broke and would not lay flat. Staff was very friendly and moved one of our rooms after a long heated discussion. Beds were clean though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to go right off the beach very private
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the low key. Loved my room with a slider overlooking the lake and fire pit. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was very happy I spent week in this place thank you very much
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room are horrible don't stay here
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Good customer service clean rooms would come back and use this motel again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok for a 1 night stay

Hotel was run down and not the cleanest , Staff was great & friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We ejoyed sitting on the porch outside the sliding glass door. Watching the water, the nridge and the boats transporting passengers to Mackinac Island. Three steps from the porch was a firepit and three steps from thay was the sandy beach. Very relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tena

Nice view of the bridge
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Property has a small beach, fire pit and seats to see the bridge all day and the ferries leaving port for the island. The room was decent sized with older beds and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wounderful experience

The owner and staff were wonderful, they helped with needs. Had a beautiful view from our cabin and we would book another reservation at Bell's Melody Motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Pitsana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
One side of the bed was tippy and wably. Have to in provide AC plug. Ok, for low budget motel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Lexie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Better than a tent

1950s era “cottage” with updates in the 80s? Had any infestation and water damage. Shower was miniscule.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wounderful experience

The owner and staff were wonderful, they helped with needs. My husband and I had a beautiful view from our cabin and we would book another reservation at Bell's Melody Motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Staff & service
Great location and great price beds were comfortable staff was really amazing polite and courteous and knowledgeable of the area and recommending things to see and do. My only complaint is hot tub didn't work and pool was very cold but the lake views and beach was well worth it. I will definitely return and highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Did not stay there as it is going thru renovations and the pictures on your site were much better
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
The staff were very nice and helpful. We had a beautiful view of the bridge and fireworks. The hotel was very outdated, it had 2 beds, so it all was good. We just needed a place to crash for the night!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older but quaint. Simple. I’m happy with the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very dated and unclean room with mold on the bathroom walls.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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