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7 / 10 Guest Rating

Thunderbird Inn of Mackinaw City

146 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, us

Thunderbird Inn of Mackinaw City - main view

About the Property

Family-Friendly Amenities
This Mackinaw hotel boasts a children’s playground and a seasonal indoor pool, ensuring entertainment for the whole family.

Convenient Services
Guests at Thunderbird Inn of Mackinaw City enjoy free shuttle services to the Mackinac Island ferry, daily breakfast, and helpful amenities like guest laundry and a 24-hour front desk.

Ideal Location
Situated just a short ferry ride from historic Mackinac Island and close to Colonial Fort Michilimackinac, this hotel offers easy access to key attractions.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Thunderbird Inn of Mackinaw City!

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

7
Very Good621 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the clean rooms and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness5.5
Service8.5
Location8.0
Room Quality6.5
Amenities4.5
Value for Money8.5
Food and Beverage7.0
Overall Experience7.5

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TimusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 2, 2025

"Met my expectations and was clean enough."

8.0

Bathroom was clean. Showers worked fine. Room itself was pretty clean. Refrigerator and air conditioner worked great.

One of the sets of sheets was stained so that was disgusting. Luckily we only needed one of the 2 beds so we just slept in the other bed. No breakfast that I was aware of. No shuttle to the ferry.

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TammieusUS
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 28, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

the fridge

bed was uncomfortable, no microwave

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MelissausUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 28, 2025

"Great budget choice."

10.0

The beds were really comfortable, best I've found so far while traveling. The swimming pool was nice, warm and clean. Great location.

The floors were a little dirty in the room but that's the only bad.

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CharlotteusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 28, 2025

"LOOK ELSEWHERE! You might have to pay more somewhere else, but it’s worth it to not be exposed to nasty mold."

3.0

Nothing, really. It was old, outdated, and very thin walls.

It was disgusting, I’m not picky usually and don’t expect a luxury experience at a budget hotel. But this room had so much mold I had trouble sleeping because I was coughing and sneezing so much. You could see it running up the corners of the room, and along the baseboards. The floor was also extremely dirty. The people in the room next door were loud and kept us up well past midnight.

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Bryan
Verified booking
partner
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 28, 2025

"Good"

6.0

The conditions of the room were much more poor than expected. Missing trim, dirty walls. If you’re staying with a clean freak, do not check behind any dresser or end table.

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DebrausUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 25, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

Clean room for a good price

Drain in shower tub didn't work as it should. Room keys had to be reset for 2nd night. Supposedly they were too close to my phone, in a separate pocket. Thankful that they worked after the staff reset.

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StevenusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 25, 2025

"Good place to sleep for the night."

7.0

Convenient location, price. Friendly staff.

Stale odor in the room but opening windows seemed to clear it up.

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Mysunnyvacation
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 22, 2025

"Nice and quiet"

10.0

Very Nice stay. Went in and needed a room for three nights. The employee was very accommodating and we booked a King Suite with a Jacuzzi. Very nice large room, clean and comfortable beds. Very quiet too. Sheplers shuttle service to/from the Ferry was quick and easy. Will definitely stay there next visit! Just a couple of suggestions, microwave in the rooms would be a big plus, along with fresh coffee in the Lobby. Also, cleaning the former breakfast room would be nice too.

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DonnausUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 21, 2025

"I told staff about unsatisfactory condition of my room and they only said sorry and nothing else"

3.0

Location to nearby attractions

The room floor of the room was filthy and there was an unpleasant smell in the room

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AmyusUS
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 19, 2025

"Basic hotel. Needs some upgrades and cleaned better."

6.0

Friendly staff and reasonable price.

The floor was dirty.

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