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Wayside Motel

2.5 star property

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A reception area with a wooden desk, a bulletin board with various notices, a potted plant, and a window.
A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, a TV, a coffee maker, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A room with a white door, a vending machine, and a snack machine.
A bathroom with a toilet, a sink, and a towel rack.
A motel with a green sign, a parking lot, and a row of rooms with covered porches.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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751 North State Street, St Ignace, MI, 49781
  • Place, Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Marquette Mission Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Ojibwa Culture
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a small table, a lamp, a picture on the wall, and a ceiling light.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a lamp, a painting, and a ceiling light.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 3229 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

St Ignace

Wayside Motel places you within a 10-minute stroll of Lake Huron and Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace. The 19 rooms at this motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Marquette Mission Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Museum of Ojibwa Culture - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fort de Baude Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kewadin Shores Hotel and Casino - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood Restaurant & Sportsbar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Wayside Motel

Guests staying at Wayside Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a vending machine. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 1 and April 15.

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. 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. Cash is not accepted. 

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Wayside Motel?

Wayside Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Wayside Motel?

As of Jun 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wayside Motel on Jun 30, 2026 start from $140, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to Wayside Motel?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in St Ignace, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Lake Huron, Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace, and Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Wayside Motel?

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

Does Wayside Motel include a casino at the property?

No, Wayside Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Wayside Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Wayside Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Wayside Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Wayside Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Wayside Motel allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Wayside Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Wayside Motel?

The closest major airport to Wayside Motel is Mackinac Island, MI (MCD), which is 5.1 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional), which is located 23.8 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Wayside Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Wayside Motel.

Wayside Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 399 out of 574 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 574 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 574 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 574 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 574 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room and reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful service, good property, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We ended up staying 2 times on this trip, exceptionally clean basic rooms, they filled our needs perfectly, great location for visitors to St. Ignace and being able to park right in front of our room made it super easy to unload our stuff for the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, could walk to the ferry dock, great check in and easy check out. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Aseel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy parking and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Amenities
Enjoyed being able to sit outside and enjoy the evening with the chairs that were provided very comfortable atmosphere will visit again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Wayside Motel (one night). It was clean, the bed was comfortable and just an all around nice stay there. Check in was easy, manager was pleasant and informative. I would highly recommend this motel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient and within walking distance of boats to the Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pleace to stay. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, quiet, bed was comfortable, it had wifi and the bathroom was clean and updated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our 3rd stay Always clean and staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet and convenient to the ferry to Mackinaw. Loved the small family feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were passing thru the area and needed lodging for the evening. This motel had a very clean room with what appeared to be new fixtures, windows, paint, etc. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great parking, no problems
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean room, very convenient location! The owner checked us in (very friendly) and they even have discount tickets for the ferry to Mackinac Island! Highly recommend this cute motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice St. Ignace Motel

A nice clean and comfortable place to stay and close to attractions..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They were helpful with breakfast options, a discount on ferry tickets, and parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent locally owned motel - a great bargain - would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Super clean, nicely updated rooms, very clean and neat inside and out. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lorri Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect. Room cost fit our budget but was still very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little place to stay! Nothing fancy but clean great beds nice staff. I will recommend and stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

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

Great Stay

We stayed at Wayside the night before we were catching a ferry to Mackinac Island. The rooms were completely remodeled - new paint, carpet, bathrooms, etc. Very clean and comfortable stay. The staff was super friendly and helpful - they called to let us know about an item we left in the room and called the ferry shuttle to pick us up. Overall great stay and service!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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