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Mackinaw Budget Inn

2.0 star property

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Front of property
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Children’s play area – outdoor
Aerial view

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is S$85
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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
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About the area

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138 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 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 near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
Mackinaw Budget Inn provides amenities, such as a terrace and a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, coffee/tea in reception and an off-lead area
  • A vending machine, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Mackinaw Budget Inn offer comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

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 self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

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

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

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 at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Does Mackinaw Budget Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

As of 26 Jun, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mackinaw Budget Inn on 29 Jun, 2025 start from S$84.60, 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 Mackinaw Budget Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Mackinaw Budget Inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mackinaw Budget Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Mackinaw Budget Inn located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Mackinaw Crossings and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Mackinaw Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 517 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 517 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 517 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 517 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 517 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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got what I paid for. Great for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Rooms not kept up very well it was clean but felt run down. The pictures were very misleading on the internet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

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

8/10 Good

Jignesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

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

8/10 Good

Jason

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

Bit pricey but not a roach motel

Expensive but what was left for hotels in the area. Clean enough for a motel, but kind of small.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Robin

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

8/10 Good

Dennis

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Mackinaw Budget Motel

I had a very enjoyable stay. The room was clean and the staff were very accommodating. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

rebecca

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

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was so nice. Loved my dtay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Great value for the price

It was a quick stay and the room Had a nice old school Feel to it. I liked it and would stay again. The price for the room was very well worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean quiet had fridge micro coffee maker.Nice firm beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. I even got complimentary fudge
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Staff & service
Rox was amazing at check in. So friendly and welcoming. He took great care of us for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
room was clean and good location for traveling with pet. lighting in the room was terrible and some of the electrical outlets need replaced. staff was pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet while providing the basics. It's clean and easy to access. No continental breakfast or or beach access like the larger chains but the price is less than half. If you're just looking for a place to sleep, this is a good option.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was very dated but economical for our purpose
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Patricia

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

Sankar

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Overall okay , not recommended for family

Location good Check in fast and friendly Bit smelly room Not storage for cloth Decent and compact restroom
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the place was quiet which was good. kind of disappointed in not having a heated pool and the tv in the other room didn’t work. overall it was relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Larry

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