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Knights Inn Mackinaw City

1.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, 3-minute walk to Lake Huron

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Free continental breakfast
Front of property
Property amenity
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Knights Inn Mackinaw City provides a quiet getaway near Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy continental breakfast each morning and can relax on the garden terrace with WiFi access. The staff consistently receives positive reviews from visitors for their helpful service.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Microwave
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Combined shower/tub, eco-friendly toiletries, towels

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Microwave
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Microwave
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Microwave
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Microwave
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Microwave
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
412 Nicolet St, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Darrow's Family Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Knights Inn Mackinaw City

Motel near Lake Huron
Close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Knights Inn Mackinaw City provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a vending machine, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a billiards/pool table, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Knights Inn Mackinaw City boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1988
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

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: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 3 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per day plus USD 50 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 3

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Knights Inn Hotel Mackinaw City
Knights Inn Mackinaw City
Knights Inn Mackinaw City Motel
Knights Inn Mackinaw City Motel
Knights Inn Mackinaw City Mackinaw City
Knights Inn Mackinaw City Motel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

Is Knights Inn Mackinaw City pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per day. A cleaning fee of USD 50 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Knights Inn Mackinaw City?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Knights Inn Mackinaw City?

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 Knights Inn Mackinaw City?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Knights Inn Mackinaw City located?

Located in the heart of Mackinaw City, this motel is steps from Colonial Michilimackinac Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Lake Michigan. Lake Huron and Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Knights Inn Mackinaw City Reviews

6.2

6.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.2

Eco-friendliness

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 524 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 524 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 524 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 99 out of 524 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 83 out of 524 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness
Was easy to find.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property needs alot of updating. Its a very old building it has a musty smell and the bathroom was extremely small. Our floor was slanted and had to sleep with our head at the foot of the bed. It was clean and the hot water was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean rooms, staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay for the night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s so quiet and beautiful place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is our go to lodging in Mackinac
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rahul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and organized. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

JON

Liked: Cleanliness
Was a nice place to stay. Parking ws not the greatest.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pretty well located
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was older but had everything we needed. Restaurant next door was convenient and bed was comfortable. Beautiful town, well worth stopping in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find and located near many sites.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was just fine for our two night stay. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for an overnight stay. Close to bridge and downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly

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

Overall Review Knights Inn - Mackinaw City, MI

We stayed one night -overall it was great location a little noisy being right by highway. Older hotel, but comfortable, clean and friendly. Price was great for what we needed for the night, might stay elsewhere for longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so helpful. Room was clean and spacious. It was a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the attractions, bust area but had free parking. Decent breakfast offered. Needed some repairs/updates but overall good for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In the 60 years I've been coming to Mackinaw city, this staff and location is my favorite, especially room 119 .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Jay

Liked: Staff & service
The property was dated but for the price it was great. Very handy to the bridge and with in walking distance of several attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Seen other reviews but I tell you they are all lies. Place is amazing. Staff helpful, room clean, have no complaints at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was conveniant to the shopping and easy access to the bridge.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Manager went above and beyond, helping use get checked in after Hours.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

William

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I had the option of driving into a perilous snowstorm over the bridge and staying here again, I’d keep driving
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

joann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms need to be updated. But are clean, the rooms are small and the bathroom door wouldn't close. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Comfort

Actually our beds more comfortable than the B&B we stayed at. Lol! very close to Light house.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Roy

Nice area. Room was old and small but very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

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