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Vindel Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Lake Huron

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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$100
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 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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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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
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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 - 4.4 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

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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 7 Nov, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vindel Motel on 2 Dec, 2025 start from S$99.72, 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. 471 out of 672 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 672 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 672 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 672 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 672 reviews

Reviews

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

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & safe. Friendly & helpful employees.
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

Julie

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

Great location

Convenient and comfortable place to stay in Mackinaw City.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

Sue and Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was a bit concerned about self check-in. It went very well, though, and the motel was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

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

6/10 Okay

Susie

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was retro and quaint. The room was very clean and well kept. It was convenient to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, affordable and convenient to downtown!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Syed Arif

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than any other hotels in the area . Very convenient easy access to mackinaw city ,loved the lodge hope to come again in future
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Amenities
Check in was by phone no staff for check in or out. TV didn’t work but was fixed. Bed was good sheets smelt good room was clean but no service for the week we were there
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 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

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Just ok. Clean and updated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

susan

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

6/10 Okay

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness
Our third stay at the Vindel. Not quite as charming as our last visit two years ago. Bed was squeaky, bathroom baseboards needed to be cleaned and the pool was closed due to storm damage over the winter. Would have been nice to know this when making the reservation. If you are looking for a simple, classic motel this is for you. For the price we will probably stay somewhere else next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While convenient to I75 and the ferries, it was very dated. Tub and shower were flaking, sheets and bed cover were old and worn, no shampoo or conditioner, air conditioner blew under the coffee table, could not sit in the outside chairs as hot air from AC unit blew on you, Carpeting appeared worn and dirty..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness
Kind people clean place comfy bed easy check in check out
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No staff. All done online. Worked fine though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some slight operating problems with tv. Everything else functioned well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness
The motel room was comfortable and enough space for two people. The shuttle picked us up with no issues getting to and from the ferry dock. Easy check in/out. I was disappointed that the pool wasn’t open for the season, especially after spending a warm day on the island. A small bar of hand soap would have been helpful and the room had no smoke detector. Could see where it used to be in the ceiling. I suggest the diner up the street on the left. Breakfast was really good. Overall our stay was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice for over night

Small room but clean and comfy. Manager was onsite and is personable and friendly. Good location for walking downtown and to the water.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Nice

This was a nice hotel compared to others in the area. Rooms were clean and the decor was up to date. Size of room was nice. Check in was ok, you do have to wait until right at 4pm to get in. The grounds had a little bit of trash but for the most part were nice. Parking lot can be a tad challenging get in and out once it is full. We will gladly stay here again. It is not easy finding clean comfortable rooms in this area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025