Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Mackinaw City Dock - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 32 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
At Mackinaw Budget Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking and parasailing are nearby. Other highlights include an outdoor pool and a terrace.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
34 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Off-lead area available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Travelling with children
Playground
What to do
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Access to nearby indoor pool
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Facilities
1 building/tower
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 19 October and 9 May.
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 40 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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
Is Mackinaw Budget Inn currently open?
The property is closed between 19 October and 9 May.
Does Mackinaw Budget Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mackinaw Budget Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Mackinaw Budget Inn?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Mackinaw Budget Inn?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at Mackinaw Budget Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mackinaw Budget Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Mackinaw Budget Inn?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Mackinaw Budget Inn and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, and return when the snow melts for hiking and kayaking. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. Mackinaw Budget Inn also has a picnic area and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
What's the area around Mackinaw Budget Inn like?
Mackinaw Budget Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and 12 minutes' walk from Lake Huron.
Mackinaw Budget Inn Reviews
Reviews
6.6
Good
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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
8/10 Very good
10 September 2024
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
6 September 2024
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.
Jason
Jason, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
31 August 2024
nathan
nathan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
30 August 2024
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 August 2024
Older property, but the room was clean and quiet, beds were good. Three motels next door share a common front desk.
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
24 August 2024
david
david, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 August 2024
Great location and reasonably priced
Nicole
Nicole, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 August 2024
Very loud talking into the wee hours outside
Larry
Larry, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
15 August 2024
Not much
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
12 August 2024
Ok
Older facility, sandwiched between two other older facilities. Served the purpose for an overnight stay.
It was clean, no frills, reasonable price if you just need a bed and a shower.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
12 August 2024
Clean room, office to check in needs maintenance.
Good place to stay 1-2 nights.
rafael
rafael, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 August 2024
Very clean
Ana
Ana, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
9 August 2024
Missing towels. Pillows great. Room clean.fleas.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
8 August 2024
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 August 2024
Vacation
Christina
Christina, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
2 August 2024
Ermira
Ermira, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 July 2024
Gail
Gail, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 July 2024
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
27 July 2024
Cheaper than most Mackinaw motels. Bed was comfortable. Short bike ride to downtown.
rebecca
rebecca, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
20 July 2024
Do not go here! It looks like it’s deserted and run down to the point we wouldn’t even get out of the car. The pool looked liked it was closed up and deserted.i did not feel comfortable staying here and they refused to refund me. There wasn’t even an office on the property! Do not waste your money!!
Dana
Dana, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 July 2024
Room was decent, location great. Older hotel, office located in hotel next door.
Robin
Robin, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 July 2024
The location and sraff we're awesome
Jaclyn
Jaclyn, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2024
Great stay!
Clean quiet room. Reception man was so very friendly and polite as was the woman who was there the next morning. I'll stay here again!
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
8 July 2024
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.