Mackinaw Budget Inn

2.0 star property
Motel in Mackinaw City with indoor pool and outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Aerial view
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Private spa tub

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
138 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    9 min walk
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    18 min walk
  • Spy Quest Laser Maze
    18 min walk
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    29 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Jacuzzi)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

1 King, In Room Jacuzzi

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Mackinaw City

At Mackinaw Budget Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. .With a stay at this Mackinaw City motel, you'll be 5 km (3.1 mi) from Lake Michigan.

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Mackinaw Budget Inn

Motel in Mackinaw City with indoor pool and outdoor pool
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 a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

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 19 October and 9 May.

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-lead 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Mackinaw Budget Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Yep, Mackinaw Budget Inn has a free self car park.

Does Mackinaw Budget Inn have a pool?

Mackinaw Budget Inn has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

No, Mackinaw Budget Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Mackinaw Budget Inn, with dog exercise areas on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Mackinaw Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 513 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 513 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 513 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 513 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 70 out of 513 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dennis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older property, but the room was clean and quiet, beds were good. Three motels next door share a common front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

david

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and reasonably priced
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very loud talking into the wee hours outside
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Not much
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Ok
Older facility, sandwiched between two other older facilities. Served the purpose for an overnight stay. It was clean, no frills, reasonable price if you just need a bed and a shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

rafael

Disliked: Staff & service
Clean room, office to check in needs maintenance. Good place to stay 1-2 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Missing towels. Pillows great. Room clean.fleas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ermira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

rebecca

Travelled with partner
Cheaper than most Mackinaw motels. Bed was comfortable. Short bike ride to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dana

Travelled with family
Do not go here! It looks like it’s deserted and run down to the point we wouldn’t even get out of the car. The pool looked liked it was closed up and deserted.i did not feel comfortable staying here and they refused to refund me. There wasn’t even an office on the property! Do not waste your money!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Robin

Travelled with family
Room was decent, location great. Older hotel, office located in hotel next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and sraff we're awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!
Clean quiet room. Reception man was so very friendly and polite as was the woman who was there the next morning. I'll stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sandeep

Liked: Staff & service
The management is excellent. We had issues with our air conditioning. They were not able to fix the issue but allotted a different room all the while being extremely polite.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jay

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Lorrie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beds were not queen size and they were so lumpy and old, carpet had stains everywhere, electrical wires hanging everywhere, lamps had broken switches
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Patricia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Room was musty smelling and neighbors were noisy. No staff at the inn and had to go next door to check in. 3 properties shared pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024