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Thunderbird Inn

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Property grounds
Reception
Indoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub | Bathroom
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May

Explore the area

Map
146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Mackinaw City

At Thunderbird Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Highlights at this motel include an indoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a vending machine. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free ferry terminal shuttle. .With a stay at this Mackinaw City motel, you'll be 4.9 km (3 mi) from Lake Michigan.
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What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 5.6 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 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Inn

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
As a guest of Thunderbird Inn, you'll find an indoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This Mackinaw City motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • 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 a hairdryer. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • 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)
  • 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
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
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 35 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Thunderbird Inn?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Thunderbird Inn?

As of 5 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thunderbird Inn on 3 May 2025 start from AU$140.89, 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.

Is parking available at Thunderbird Inn?

Yep, Thunderbird Inn has a free self car park.

Does Thunderbird Inn have a pool?

Thunderbird Inn has a pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thunderbird Inn?

No, Thunderbird Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thunderbird Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Thunderbird Inn?

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

Thunderbird Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1003 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I liked it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Huiyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
thanks

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

GINA

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Zhenhua

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curt

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Juli

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
From the description, I was expecting it to be closer to Mackinaw city downtown district. I didn’t feel comfortable walking from the hotel to other attractions. It is a short drive though and parking was not too much of an issue. The room we were assigned did not match what we selected (we selected a one bed room and we had two beds — the 2nd bed was just in the way) The condition of our room was not great. For instance, the lampshades were ripped, the wallpaper was peeling. I was not a fan of the mattresses in our room. They were both very soft. The price was good though and we had other things to do so we didn’t spend a lot of time at the hotel except to sleep. The pool looked nice but we didn’t try it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
walls were thin but other than that the room was amazing for being on a budget
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check guy was efficient and nice. The room is clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jose Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Average at best
You get what you pay for. Front desk was great and helpful but room was a disappointment. Wallpaper was ripped, sheets were stained with blood (they gave us fresh clean sheets to replace them) and room was average clean. Shower worked great, that was the only real positive. But we wnet for inexpensive and that is what we got
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bhaskar

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a great property. Staff were very friendly and they rooms are very clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is wonderful and very warm. Helped with everything i needed and went above and beyond
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lorie

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean. Staff was very nice. The room was very small and I thought an extra $50 for our 2 dogs was too high.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lady at the counter was so sweet, I loved her. Informative, very gracious. I’d just go back to visit with her, and she gave me fudge!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Joe and Maureen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Property was convenient to Hi-way.Was close to Main Street of Mackinaw,was also close to small Casino.The room was Ok but had no microwave,smelled a little musty but clean.Older room and could use some updating.Didn't like sink tap as hard to turn on without big gush of water happening.The front desk staff was very friendly and helpfull though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, McDermott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 2 nights while in the Macinaw area. It was affordable and convenient. The front desk staff were courteous and helpful. We were just basically in the room long enough to sleep but I would recommend this place over a high price option if you just need a bed and a bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aji

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