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Thunderbird Inn

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

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Property grounds
Indoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub | Bathroom
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Thunderbird Inn

Motel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
Close to Lake Huron, Thunderbird Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Swimming pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A free ferry terminal shuttle, an indoor pool and an off-lead area
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Thunderbird Inn have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and heating

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 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
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property will place a credit card authorization of 1 night for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Thunderbird Inn Mackinaw City
Thunderbird Mackinaw City
Thunderbird Inn Motel
Thunderbird Inn Mackinaw City
Thunderbird Inn Motel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

Does Thunderbird Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Thunderbird Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Thunderbird Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thunderbird Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thunderbird Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Thunderbird Inn located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Mackinaw City Trailhead are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Thunderbird Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 326 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 354 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 178 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1003 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chris

Good, affordable place to stay in Mackinac City.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Great stay, very friendly staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bhaskar

Its a great property. Staff were very friendly and they rooms are very clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kai

Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Loved the pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

The hotel was pretty nice. Very quiet, we were only one of a few people staying that weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

I liked it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah

walls were thin but other than that the room was amazing for being on a budget
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Krissi

Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

The staff is wonderful and very warm. Helped with everything i needed and went above and beyond
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Check guy was efficient and nice. The room is clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

The hotel was nice. It was good quality for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

The room was very clean. It was a bit dated but I would stay here again if in the area. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Huiyun

thanks

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Solid place to stay is Mackinaw City
This was a solid place for our needs. We booked the hotel to sleep at night. It was quiet and seemingly safe. Front desk guy was friendly and polite. Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karma

My mother and I are regular guests, because we love Thunderbird. Front desk people are fantastic as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adelina

The staff at this property were so welcoming friendly and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable we loved our stay and I definitely am returning as well as referring the Thunderbird to my friends and family for future stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Best Value for the Money and also the cheapest we found on our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

We stayed here for 2 nights while in the Macinaw area. It was affordable and convenient. The front desk staff were courteous and helpful. We were just basically in the room long enough to sleep but I would recommend this place over a high price option if you just need a bed and a bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Comfortable, clean, no frills room. Just what I was looking for.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Overall slightly above average for the price point.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
Dated , clean for the price. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lorie

The property was clean. Staff was very nice. The room was very small and I thought an extra $50 for our 2 dogs was too high.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Island trip
Basically stayed here for the easy ferry access for a day trip to Mackinac Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024