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Quiet while providing the basics. It's clean and easy to access. No continental breakfast or or beach access like the larger chains but the price is less than half. If you're just looking for a place to sleep, this is a good option.

Property was very dated but economical for our purpose

Bad service, Theresa was rude and they put me in a different hotel instead of the one I’ve made reservations for

Room was clean, place was quiet, staff was friendly and helpful.

vary cramped parking, hard to get in and out. had to park far away from the room. had to walk to different motel to check in and out. Beds were so uncomfortable, no sleep all night. continental breakfast was old muffins and coffee.

Check in is at the hotel next door which gets things off to a bad start. Room is cramped and dated. Some how it produced a good nights sleep.

Manager was rude and ill tempered. Changed my reservation from one motel to another without getting it approved by me. She said,"Well, we got booked up last night and I had to change things around". I informed her I had made the reservation I wanted back in March and I expected to stay where I chose or at least received a phone call asking if I would be OK with the changes. She then got short with me and said, "Fine I'll just move you back". The room was still not the one I booked, it was damp and musty and had what looked like mold on a piece of floor trim behind the bathroom door. The bathroom floor was cold and sweating so bad you got you feet wet just walking into the bathroom.

Room was average. Clean enough, comfortable bed, no phone and when we called the phone # for the motel, we talked to a man who said the lady on duty doesn't have a phone so we'd have to walk to the motel next door to speak to her. When we did, she was moderately friendly. Also had to go next door to check in. Jacuzzi tub was nice. One window which didn't open and you couldn't see through.

This is a small Mom and Pop motel very close to all the activities. It's was a nice place to sleep for a quick overnight stay. Clean and safe.

Old US 31 Mackinaw City MI

Hotel highlights

  • Walking distance to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron
  • Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
  • Free parking
  • Free water park

Mackinaw Budget Inn places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. This 34-room motel has a free water park, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool.


Rooms

Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and desks are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.


Property features

Mackinaw Budget Inn features a free water park, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. A stay here includes 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. Other amenities at this family-friendly motel include free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and coffee/tea in a common area.

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed | Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 King Bed | Sleeps 3

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Beds | Sleeps 4

Deluxe Double Room, Multiple Beds

1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds | Sleeps 6

Guest reviews for Mackinaw Budget Inn

Everyone (5) Couples (2) Family (3)
4
Family

Quiet while providing the basics. It's clean and easy to access. No continental breakfast or or beach access like the larger chains but the price is less than half. If you're just looking for a place to sleep, this is a good option.

By , from Allegan on Aug 21, 2023

Review comment responded on Aug 21, 2023

Thank you for your comments, we really appreciate them.See you back soon!

4
Partner Couples

Property was very dated but economical for our purpose

By on Jul 4, 2022

1
Family Family

Bad service, Theresa was rude and they put me in a different hotel instead of the one I’ve made reservations for

By on Oct 15, 2020

5
Business Business

Room was clean, place was quiet, staff was friendly and helpful.

By , from Detroit, MI on Jul 6, 2020

Review comment responded on Jul 14, 2020

Very happy that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope that if you are in the area again you come see us! Thank you for the kind words.

1
Partner Couples

vary cramped parking, hard to get in and out. had to park far away from the room. had to walk to different motel to check in and out. Beds were so uncomfortable, no sleep all night. continental breakfast was old muffins and coffee.

By on Oct 8, 2019

Review comment responded on Oct 8, 2019

Sorry that you had to walk to your room. Thank you for the review.

2
Everyone

By on Aug 20, 2019

Review comment responded on Aug 21, 2019

Sorry that you did not enjoy your stay with us. We do appreciate you taking the time to review the property and value your feedback.

3
Everyone

Check in is at the hotel next door which gets things off to a bad start. Room is cramped and dated. Some how it produced a good nights sleep.

By , from West Mi on Sep 17, 2018

Review comment responded on Sep 18, 2018

thanks for staying with us

2

never again, cancelled thursday reservation.

Everyone

Manager was rude and ill tempered. Changed my reservation from one motel to another without getting it approved by me. She said,"Well, we got booked up last night and I had to change things around". I informed her I had made the reservation I wanted back in March and I expected to stay where I chose or at least received a phone call asking if I would be OK with the changes. She then got short with me and said, "Fine I'll just move you back". The room was still not the one I booked, it was damp and musty and had what looked like mold on a piece of floor trim behind the bathroom door. The bathroom floor was cold and sweating so bad you got you feet wet just walking into the bathroom.

By on Jul 4, 2017

3

great location!

Everyone
Lighthouse Mackinaw bridge in the rain

Room was average. Clean enough, comfortable bed, no phone and when we called the phone # for the motel, we talked to a man who said the lady on duty doesn't have a phone so we'd have to walk to the motel next door to speak to her. When we did, she was moderately friendly. Also had to go next door to check in. Jacuzzi tub was nice. One window which didn't open and you couldn't see through.

By on Oct 17, 2016

3

quick overnight sleeping stop

Everyone

This is a small Mom and Pop motel very close to all the activities. It's was a nice place to sleep for a quick overnight stay. Clean and safe.

By on Oct 3, 2016

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