Vindel Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Lake Huron

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Vindel Motel near Lake Huron offers a seasonal outdoor pool for relaxation, high-speed WiFi, a free ferry terminal shuttle for island trips, and self-parking. The helpful staff is knowledgeable about the region.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$97
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
223 West Central Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 6 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Vindel Motel

Motel near Lake Huron
Near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Vindel Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A free ferry terminal shuttle and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Vindel Motel include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 35-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 15 September to 15 May:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Vindel Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vindel Motel?

As of 23 Sept, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vindel Motel on 30 Sept, 2025 start from S$96.59, 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.

How much is parking at Vindel Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vindel Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Vindel Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25.

Where is Vindel Motel located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Mackinaw Crossings and Lake Huron. Lake Michigan is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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Reviews

Vindel Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 458 out of 651 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 651 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 651 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 651 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 651 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay. Free shuttle service to the ferry right out your front door!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean,great check in & out system
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great little motel. Pool was out of service, which was a bummer but the beds were comfy and within walkimg distance to the ferry! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, manager was very accommodating to each request that we had. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & safe. Friendly & helpful employees.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was flawless and super communication from the time out reservation was made until check out!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay nice room and property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, Easy, and close to everything you want to do in Mackinaw
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very clean that was what was good with us
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved it! Our room was spacious and charming. Would definitely recommend and stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convnient to town and bridge, Staff were very friendly and helpful. well property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Vindel is the perfect example of roadside motel that has been renovated with an attention to detail. It was the perfect stay for us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bashar

Liked: Staff & service
Clean and quiet place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Susie

Disliked: Amenities
convinent to downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, quiet and close to shopping and dining. Clean, fresh room and so easy with the door key code!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was an absolute gem!! fantastic communication and a great place to stay. you won't go wrong making a reservation to stay here. thanks!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect overnight stop on our trip to the Porcupine Mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Advertisement said beachfront. Can’t even see the water
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shubham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than any hotel in Mackinac city.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seamless no fuss check in. Great room at a great price. Now our #1 choice for that area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025