Starlite Budget Inn

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

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Dates

October 2025

11

November 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Pool
Housekeeping
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Parking included

Explore the area

116 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
‪7 min walk‬
Place, Mackinaw City Dock
‪18 min walk‬
Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
‪6 min drive‬
Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
‪23 min drive‬

Room options

1 King with In Room Jacuzzi

495 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

2 Rooms with 2 Double Beds

495 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

144 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

161 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

215 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City

Starlite Budget Inn places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. This 36-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

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What's nearby

Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Mackinaw City Dock - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles

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 with free parking, a short walk to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

Guests staying at Starlite Budget Inn enjoy an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a vending machine. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide tour or ticket assistance. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. This smoke-free motel also has a picnic area.

Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, desks, and free toiletries are other standard amenities.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an indoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Pool
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

$71 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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 elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

1 floor
Smoking not allowed

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 available

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 October 21 and May 10.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 27.75 per pet, per stay
Dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets may not be left unsupervised
An off-leash area is available
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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 and cash

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Driving? This property offers free 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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Starlite Budget Inn?

Starlite Budget Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Starlite Budget Inn?

This motel is located in Mackinaw City, a short 9-minute walk from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and also 12 minutes on foot from Lake Huron. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Headlands International Dark Sky Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Starlite Budget Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Starlite Budget Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, Starlite Budget Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Starlite Budget Inn?

Yes, this motel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Are there hot tubs at Starlite Budget Inn?

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

Does Starlite Budget Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Starlite Budget Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Starlite Budget Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Starlite Budget Inn for a fee of USD 27.75 per pet, per stay. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Are there connecting rooms at Starlite Budget Inn?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Starlite Budget Inn?

The closest major airport to Starlite Budget Inn is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional), which is 15.2 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mackinac Island, MI (MCD), which is around 8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Starlite Budget Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Starlite Budget Inn.