Mackinaw Budget Inn
138 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, MI, USSee what's available
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About this property
Mackinaw Budget Inn is a 2-star motel located in Mackinaw City, Michigan, within a 15-minute walk of the Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. The property sits 3.1 miles from Lake Michigan, providing convenient access to the area's waterfront attractions and outdoor activities. Guests have rated the location 3.9 out of 5 based on its proximity to ferries, beaches, and regional landmarks.
The inn offers 40 rooms, including 6 suites, each equipped with a refrigerator and flat-screen television. Rooms feature complimentary wireless internet access and cable programming. Private bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. All rooms have desks and coffee/tea makers, with housekeeping available upon request.
Recreational amenities include both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool. The property offers complimentary wireless internet throughout, tour and ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Free self-parking is available, and guests can take advantage of hiking and biking trails nearby, as well as opportunities for kayaking, sailing, and winter activities including downhill and cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling. The property is smoke-free and allows pets, with a maximum of two dogs or cats per room and a designated dog exercise area on site.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and runs until 11:00 PM, with check-out at 11:00 AM. Pellston Airport is approximately 15 miles away, with airport shuttle service available for an additional fee. The property is managed by a professional host and is accessible to guests with standard mobility, though access to upper floors is by stairs only.
Location & nearby attractions
Edgewater Beach - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Edgewater Beach - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Lake Huron - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Mackinaw Crossings - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Mackinaw City Trailhead - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Mackinaw City Dock - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Wawatam Park - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
The nearest airports are:
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 19.4 km / 12.1 mi
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 24.5 km / 15.2 mi
The preferred airport for Mackinaw Budget Inn is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional).
Rooms
Amenities & features
Getting here
Pellston Airport located approximately 15 miles away. Airport shuttle available at extra cost
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- 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
- There is no front desk at this property. The check-in location differs from the property location. Check-in location: [146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, MI 49701]. If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
Fees & policies
- Pet fee: $25 per pet, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: $40 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-out is available.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mackinaw Budget Inn?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Mackinaw Budget Inn located?
Mackinaw Budget Inn is located at 138 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, MI, US.
What attractions are near Mackinaw Budget Inn?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Edgewater Beach - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Edgewater Beach - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Lake Huron - 1 km / 0.6 mi Mackinaw Crossings - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Animal Tracks Adventure Golf - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi Mackinaw City Trailhead - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi Mackinaw City Dock - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi Wawatam Park - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi The nearest airports are: Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 19.4 km / 12.1 mi Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 24.5 km / 15.2 mi The preferred airport for Mackinaw Budget Inn is Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional).
How do I get to Mackinaw Budget Inn?
Pellston Airport located approximately 15 miles away. Airport shuttle available at extra cost Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What amenities does Mackinaw Budget Inn offer?
Mackinaw Budget Inn features amenities such as Pool, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Free Parking, Non-Smoking.
What are the rooms like at Mackinaw Budget Inn?
Make yourself at home in one of the 34 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Is Mackinaw Budget Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, Mackinaw Budget Inn is pet-friendly.
What fees should I know about at Mackinaw Budget Inn?
Pet fee: $25 per pet, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: $40 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at Mackinaw Budget Inn?
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Contactless check-out is available.