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Aurora Borealis Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, near Wawatam Lighthouse

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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635 Business Loop I-75, St Ignace, MI, 49781
  • Place, Straits State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bridge View Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

St Ignace

Wawatam Lighthouse is a short stroll from Aurora Borealis Motel, and other popular attractions like Fort de Baude Museum are within a mile (2 km). This motel has 56 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Straits State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wawatam Lighthouse - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fort de Baude Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Bridge View Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood Restaurant & Sportsbar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Aurora Borealis Motel

Motel with free breakfast, near Wawatam Lighthouse
Guests of Aurora Borealis Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a vending machine. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free area shuttle. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include balconies or patios, coffee makers, and free local calls.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Wild Blueberry

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and May 3.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Aurora Borealis Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Aurora Borealis Motel?

This motel in St Ignace is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron and Straits State Park. You'll also find Huron Village and Wawatam Lighthouse less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Aurora Borealis Motel?

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

Does Aurora Borealis Motel include a casino?

No, Aurora Borealis Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Aurora Borealis Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Aurora Borealis Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, free breakfast, and a free casino shuttle at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Aurora Borealis Motel?

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

Does Aurora Borealis Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Aurora Borealis Motel serves free continental breakfast at Wild Blueberry each morning.

Will Aurora Borealis Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Aurora Borealis Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does Aurora Borealis Motel have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Aurora Borealis Motel?

The closest major airport to Aurora Borealis Motel is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional), which is 22.2 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mackinac Island, MI (MCD), which is about 3.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Yes, every guestroom at Aurora Borealis Motel comes with a balcony.

Aurora Borealis Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 445 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dennis

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place and location. Perfect for what we needed. We’ve stayed here before and would again. We did not take advantage of the free breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Everything was great. Except for the RUDE guy at the front desk. He was very RUDE, when a question was asked. He seemed more interested with the phone call than helping us with the shuttle. The motel advertised tickets for Mackinac Island. They were out. I get it, it's the end of the season. Take it off the sign. False advertisement.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but clean and well taken care of. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean cozy place for a one night stay. Close to everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

TINA

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Schaya

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

CHETAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall satisfactory.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ERIKA

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley A.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and small motel, friendly staff. Conveniently located. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy parking, comfy sleep , great price . Will stay again next time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, simple room for overnight travel stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was comfortable and quiet which surprised us with being located on US2. Nice size fridge with a freezer. The tub could use some sort of a mat because it was quite slippery. Parking was easy. Close to downtown St Ignace and within walking distance. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We would stay there again. Three issues though - front desk staff was rude, breakfast was minimal at best, no hot water in bathroom sink. But beds and pillows were great. Plenty of parking. Great restaurant within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

tammy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The room was clean. Price was good and it included a breakfast. Our room was a no frill room, not even a picture hanging on the wall. Road noise was loud. The backside of our building did not have even one window. Which was a shame because it could have looked over the lake. Only one set of stairs to get up on the second floor, which seemed a little weird, if there was a fire only one way down. The staff very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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