Sunshine Motel and Cabins

2.0 star property
Motel with a nearby private beach, steps from Lake Superior

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Property grounds
Basic Room
Basic Studio Suite
Lobby sitting area
Private beach nearby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Basic Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Basic Studio Suite

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
24077 West State Highway M64, Ontonagon, MI, 49953

What's nearby

  • Ontonagon Lighthouse - 6 min drive
  • Lake Superior Trail - 6 min drive
  • Mirror Lake - 6 min drive
  • Presque Isle River - 6 min drive
  • Main Overlook - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Syl's Cafe - Houghton - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Connie's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stubb's Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sip N Snack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Roxey's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sunshine Motel and Cabins

Motel near Lake Superior
Located close to Ontonagon Lighthouse, Sunshine Motel and Cabins provides a firepit. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, barbecues and outdoor furniture
  • A telescope, coffee/tea in reception and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Private gardens, mini fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Telescope

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to contact this property prior to arrival to arrange late check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Sunshine And Cabins Ontonagon
Sunshine Motel and Cabins Motel
Sunshine Motel and Cabins Ontonagon
Sunshine Motel and Cabins Motel Ontonagon

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunshine Motel and Cabins pet-friendly?

Yes, Sunshine Motel and Cabins allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunshine Motel and Cabins?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunshine Motel and Cabins on 5 Mar 2025 start from AU$195.05, 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.

How much is parking at Sunshine Motel and Cabins?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunshine Motel and Cabins?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sunshine Motel and Cabins?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunshine Motel and Cabins located?

Situated by the ocean, this motel is steps from Lake Superior and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ontonagon Lighthouse and Lake Superior Trail. Mirror Lake and Presque Isle River are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Sunshine Motel and Cabins Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 483 out of 611 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 611 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 611 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 611 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 611 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Owners are very friendly and helpful. Our room was "wolf" themed and very nicely decorated with a cozy cabin feel. Beautiful location. We were there when the snow was deep and they kept the parking lot well cleared.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod

They make you feel like family and are so accommodating. We would go back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Property is well-maintained. Room was clean and bed was comfy. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Great place to stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Really great place and very friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle

Adorable motel run by a lovely couple
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

This is an older place but very clean and accommodating. Would stay here again without a doubt.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Maurice

Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

The owners were very helpful with all of the questions we had about the area. Check-in was quick and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold

The host was very friendly and welcoming. Would stay there again for sure
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Sunshine Motels is a great place to stay.
Sunshine Motels was a great place to stay. The owners are very friendly. The private beach access was a big plus. The room was clean and very nice. I would definitely stay there again.
Sunset from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

What a cute and cozy place! It was absolutely lovely and it had wonderful beach access to Lake Superior. We had a fantastic time and loved the room. Would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joe

It is very close to Lake Superior! We liked that!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Very cute place with friendly owner. Beach access is a short walk away. We saw a beautiful sunset. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lori

Cute place, quiet. Lake access was nice and campfire was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Small, cozy, clean place I would stay again.
Cozy, very clean, not a lot of extras, but nice to stay in a place that makes you feel at home and not at busy motel. Wild life decor done up very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful area, lovely and cozy accommodations. Reasonable price. The owners were great and very hospitable. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

I would recommend this hotel to family and friends that are visiting the beautiful Porcupine Mountains. It is convenient and the owners are very friendly and accommodating. I enjoyed the cabin feel of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

We loved our stay at the Sunshine Motel & Cabins. Super clean, cute room & owners were super friendly! Great location across the street from Lake Superior with a private beach & close drive to Porcupine Mountain State Park for some awesome hiking! Hope to make it back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

super friendly people, and great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juli

Nicely decorated cabins.
Sunshine Motel and cabins were decorated as you would expect for Up North locales. Path to the beach across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

The owners are super friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Old fashion type of motel/cabins with outside doors to each unit. We’ll kept and spacious grounds perfect for traveling with a dog.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Good choice
The location was close to where we needed to be and was a good choice. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024