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Starlite Budget Inn

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

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Children’s play area – outdoor
Children’s play area – outdoor
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property entrance
The Starlite Budget Inn sits near Lake Michigan, offering a practical retreat with its indoor pool and sun loungers. Guests connect to WiFi while staying close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Families appreciate the nearby playground for quality time together.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Sep 23 - Sep 24
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Tomorrow

Sep 24 - Sep 25
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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 King with In Room Jacuzzi

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

2 Rooms with 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Located in Mackinaw City, Starlite Budget Inn is in the city centre and near the beach. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and The Jewel at the Grand Hotel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as parasailing and other activities like golfing.
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116 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) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Starlite Budget Inn

Motel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
Starlite Budget Inn provides a playground and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information, an off-lead area and smoke-free property
  • A vending machine
Room features
All guest rooms at Starlite Budget Inn have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, daily housekeeping and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • 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
Late check-out subject to availability

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 21 October and 10 May.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 27.75 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 40.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 27.75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day

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 and cash

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Starlite Budget Inn have a pool?

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

Is Starlite Budget Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Starlite Budget Inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 27.75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Starlite Budget Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Starlite 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 Starlite Budget Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Starlite Budget Inn located?

Located in the heart of Mackinaw City, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Mackinaw Crossings and Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Starlite Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 254 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 98 out of 1008 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms were dated but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place when you visit Mackinac
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The check in was at another nearby property but the room was clean and the parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service
Comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Basil

Bed room clean over all it’s been good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Staff & service
The Hot tub and pool were nice. The room was pretty good size, and the room didnt smell. Some of the outdoor areas need a little repainting but otherwise pretty good. We enjoyed our stay. Keep up the great work. God Bless
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tauheed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a good place to stay when somebody is trying to go for Mackinac Island. It's a place where you can stay overnight and go next day morning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. With the exception of the shower, it had long blonde hair on the shower wall, my husband noticed while showering. I went without a shower. Everything else was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Allison

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cheap stay, felt very low budget and property not well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are very polite people and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madhu

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good and budget friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Worth the price for a quick overnight trip as a couple. Room was very dated and mini fridge didnt get too cold but worked. Walls are thin so you can hear voices from the next room and outside easily so I wouldn't recommend if that bothers you. Staff was friendly. *Note - 3 budget motels are being ran by 1 management company so check in is next door. Looks like they are trying to maintain and up keep these old properties which is nice!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everyone has coupons if you partake in their food or entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Staff & service
Good for a one night. Drive thru.. price good.. nice owner left key for us in drop box(very late arrival) appreciated that so much.. friendly good personal service..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Srinivas reddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely uncomfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was just ok had to ask for wash clothes also when I checked in they asked for my card I asked why because I already paid for then when I woke up they charged me card agin $135 I don’t know what that was about also Saturday night someone checked in with kids I don’t mind that as I had kids to but there’s was jumping to 12 at night
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Guadalupe Vanessa Flores

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
An intense smell of mold inside the room my got an allergic reaction plus unfortunately bed bugs were found on the bed I did reported the incident and the friendly manager transferred me to another room way better
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s an old property clean for the age needs up dating on everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant staff, we came in super late but the lady assisting us was prompt and pleasant. The room was clean, but there was an unpleasant smell throughout the room. The pillows didnot have the scent, gratefully. For the price, it was a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I think the price for this room was too high even in peak season.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ranae

Liked: Staff & service
If you need a place to stay for one night before going to island then this is a convenient place to stay. Needs to be updated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Simon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
You get what you pay for at Starlite
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025