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Bell's Melody Motel

Property class: 2

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A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a forested area in the background.
A bench by a lake with a distant bridge and buildings.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and sunshades, with large windows allowing natural light.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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11460 W US 23, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Edgewater Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Crossings
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside deck.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

Bell's Melody Motel places you next to Lake Huron and within a 10-minute walk of Edgewater Beach. The 17 rooms at this motel include refrigerators and TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Edgewater Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw Crossings - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Audie's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Bell's Melody Motel

At Bell's Melody Motel, guests have access to a vending machine. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Helpful staff is there to provide tour or ticket assistance, as well as offer insight about the area.
Guests can expect to find TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include refrigerators and fans.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [11416 US Highway 23, Mackinaw City, MI 49701]
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Bell's Melody
Bell's Melody Mackinaw City
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Bell's Melody Motel?

Bell's Melody Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Bell's Melody Motel?

This motel in Mackinaw City is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Edgewater Beach. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Bell's Melody Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Bell's Melody Motel include a casino at the property?

No, Bell's Melody Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Bell's Melody Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Bell's Melody Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Bell's Melody Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Bell's Melody Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Bell's Melody Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Bell's Melody Motel for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Bell's Melody Motel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to Bell's Melody Motel?

The closest major airport to Bell's Melody Motel is Mackinac Island, MI (MCD), which is 12.6 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional), which is located 16 mi away (21-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bell's Melody Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Bell's Melody Motel.

Bell's Melody Motel Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 105 out of 278 reviews

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

4.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in room 16 walked right out into the lake ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
It was it not bad. It was the first weekend of the summer season and you could tell the room wasn’t cleaned recently but nothing horrible. Bathroom needed a quick wipe down. Right on the water view a good view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to go right off the beach very private
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely not what the picture shows and not worth the price. Bathroom door would not keep shut or even lock. Small shower (definitely would not fit a tall person). Spider webs around the window and corners of the walls. There were stains on the sheets. At least the view was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms smelled. Did not stay at hotel. Dirty, no light in bathroom when we got there. Husband got new bulbs from office. Dead bugs in light cover. Rooms should not be rented out in the motel. Another guest was complaining about their room also Only good thing is the location and view the rest needs a full renovation .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had two rooms that were very outdated. Carpets were filthy. Cob webs in corners. Screens ripped. Mold on walls in bathrooms. Outlets were overloaded. Tv remotes did not work. Handles falling off bathroom fixtures. Doors would not close properly. One of the beds was broke and would not lay flat. Staff was very friendly and moved one of our rooms after a long heated discussion. Beds were clean though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect location. The sheets were clean and we used a black light to make sure. We only interacted with three staff memebers. Two were really nice and one was pretty rude and unhelpful. The room was old and falling apart. The ceiling was falling down over our bed. There was mold in the corner of the ceiling. The bathroom floor was rotting. The room smelled musty. I'm glad we only stayed one night, and if there had been a room somewhere else in the area we would have gone there, but we wouldn't have gotten a refund for this so since the beds were clean we stayed but we will not be back unless they do major renovations.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property should be condemned!!!! Pictures on Expidia are NOT what the rooms look like. It's filthy!!! I was moved to 2 different rooms the second room had no hot water and the toilet would not flush. Management refused to refund my money. They moved us to a better motel however the floor was dirty and the air conditioner stopped working during our stay. We cut our vacation short because of all the issues. Rooms also had no smoke detectors, front door would not lock and stayed open all day and night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was filthy couldn’t even 2 min went right in to ask for refund she said ok then someone else came from outback she then said nevermi d and handed us key to a different hotel up road said we’d love it well we did id was still dirty and not in great shape beds were most uncomfortable I’ve ever slept on we would of went right back to continue being refunded but it was so uncomfortable in the office my wife insisted we just deal with it then no housekeeping not hot tub no grills to use all which was listed as there it even Took 3 days to get new towels never would stay there again. It really sucks especially when you use a service for booking trips for a long time then end up this disappointing a d there’s nothing you can really do about it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the low key. Loved my room with a slider overlooking the lake and fire pit. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was very happy I spent week in this place thank you very much
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wife loved the retro vibes. The proximity to the lake. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Good customer service clean rooms would come back and use this motel again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok for a 1 night stay

Hotel was run down and not the cleanest , Staff was great & friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room are horrible don't stay here
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For it being located right on the beach, it was great. The only down side was the bathroom had black mold all on and around the ceiling.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Property has a small beach, fire pit and seats to see the bridge all day and the ferries leaving port for the island. The room was decent sized with older beds and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nice view of the bridge
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wounderful experience

The owner and staff were wonderful, they helped with needs. Had a beautiful view from our cabin and we would book another reservation at Bell's Melody Motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older roadside motel that has been kept in reasonable condition. The room was simple and clean. The staff were very nice. The place is just what I wanted and expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We ejoyed sitting on the porch outside the sliding glass door. Watching the water, the nridge and the boats transporting passengers to Mackinac Island. Three steps from the porch was a firepit and three steps from thay was the sandy beach. Very relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wounderful experience

The owner and staff were wonderful, they helped with needs. My husband and I had a beautiful view from our cabin and we would book another reservation at Bell's Melody Motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Great location and great price beds were comfortable staff was really amazing polite and courteous and knowledgeable of the area and recommending things to see and do. My only complaint is hot tub didn't work and pool was very cold but the lake views and beach was well worth it. I will definitely return and highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
One side of the bed was tippy and wably. Have to in provide AC plug. Ok, for low budget motel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Did not stay there as it is going thru renovations and the pictures on your site were much better
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024