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Thunderbird Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Mackinaw City with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Property grounds
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
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    8 min walk
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    17 min walk
  • Spy Quest Laser Maze
    17 min walk
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 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
Jetted bath
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 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
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Mackinaw City

At Thunderbird Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of 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 in Mackinaw City with free parking
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

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

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

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 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

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.
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.

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. 328 out of 1012 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1012 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 180 out of 1012 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1012 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1012 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

6/10 Okay

amber

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Could use some updating, carpeting, jacuzzi
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Becky

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

2/10 Terrible

ardith

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Sheets were stained and dirty. The bedside chest was full of crumbs. The top of the chest refrigerator was dirty. The floor turned my feet black so never stepped out of my shoes. The bathroom smelled like cat urine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Never again! Way overpriced for the shapes of facility was in. No hot water to take a shower with an Internet service was totally unreliable. No breakfast complementary or otherwise. Rooms basic but need maintenance work done to bring them up to current status.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dated , clean for the price. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. It was a bit dated but I would stay here again if in the area. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
It was a good stay. Common areas were a little dirty but it seemed that was from guests vs poor cleanliness by the property itself. Front desk staff was friendly, professional, and helpful. The area is quiet, just down the road from tons of tourist things. The property could use some updates but it was still in good working order.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was nice. It was good quality for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Randall

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

8/10 Good

Monte

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Samantha, battle creek

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

6/10 Okay

Johnny

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

2/10 Terrible

Anna

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
DO NOT STAY HERE
Disgusting. Beyond dirty. Maybe a step up from camping in the back country if you’re desperate to get out of a storm or something. Gross.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Took a while to check in, but they gave us an upgrade to a larger room, so all good. Room was OK, but could use some updating (peeling wallpaper, old electrics, not the most comfortable bed) it did the job anyway. Wifi worked well, and it's in a good location, easy enough to walk to the either ferry terminal. No breakfast included, but you get vouchers for 2-for-one at other places nearby if you want,and the room has a microwave and fridge, so you could just get your own! Walls are very thin though especially to connected room as could hear normal volume talking through it, fortunately didn't have noisy neighbours, or could have been a real problem. Staff were lovely, and given its a good deal cheaper than other places was an alright place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tammie

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was friendly and helpful but the room we had had a bad smell when we used the A/C unit so we were uncomfortable due to the hot weather.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very helpful and with big smiles. Although the property appears really old, the room are still kept clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very friendly staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff member that checked us in was very helpful and pleasant. When we arrived in the room, it was noted the dead lock was broken to the adjoining room. We told a housekeeper who looked at it immediately then got her supervisor to check it. She found that maintenance would be needed and Aaron arrived very quickly. He was on call. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. He installed a new deadbolt. We stayed 4 nights and had no problems. My husband enjoyed the pool. Frig and freezer section worked well. Comfortable bed and sofa. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Patricia, Avoca

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
this is the worst hotel I have ever stayed in. The rooms are very musty and moldy smelling very tiny very outdated never had such a tiny TV in a hotel room before there is no outdoor pool. The property does not match the photo shown online. I would never recommend this place to anyone when you can smell the mold in the room that’s not good, there were actually live bats on the building wall by the door
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Erin

Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service
Definitely a budget friendly place. Don’t expect more for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Bo

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The outside is well maintained despite being an older property. Our room was clean, however the furniture was old and in need of repair or replacement, e.g. a chair with a loose arm, a box spring with a broken corner.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and comfy but had a mildew odor. We also had hot water that lasted for about 5 seconds. I reported it to the desk and the next day was the same. For that reason I would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024