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Vindel Motel

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Close to Lake Huron, Vindel Motel has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with white bedding, a wooden table, a chair, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(68 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden paneling, a ceiling fan, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A room with two beds, wooden walls, checkered curtains, and wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City is home to Vindel Motel. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and The Jewel at the Grand Hotel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like snowmobiling. Visit our Mackinaw City travel guide
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223 West Central Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • A snow-covered landscape with a lighthouse, a red-roofed building, and a bridge in the background.
    Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A snowy landscape with leafless trees and a bridge in the background.
    Mackinaw Crossings
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A snow-covered landscape with a lighthouse, a red-roofed building, and a bridge in the background.
    Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Keyhole Bar & Grill
    10 min walk
  • Dixie Saloon
    11 min walk
  • Clyde's Drive-In
    10 min drive
  • Wienerlicious
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 35-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 15 to May 15:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Vindel Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vindel Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Vindel Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25.

Where is Vindel Motel located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Mackinaw Crossings and Lake Huron. Lake Michigan is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Vindel Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 543 out of 799 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 799 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 799 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 799 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 799 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean, quiet with comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Clean , quiet , only thing bed was little uncomfortable other wise good stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Got in late and easily found our door code. Slept great-quiet, clean, comfortable. Beautiful walk under the bridge and back down Main Street in the morning. Already booked another stay here and recommended it to family traveling through next week.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Charming, convenient, very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable clean room that was recently updated. Would highly recommend this motel even though we don't usually stay at motels.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing! The room was spotless, comfortable, and everything was well taken care of. I slept great and really appreciated how clean and welcoming the property was. The staff were friendly and the whole stay was exactly what you want from a motel. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to other travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and roomy! The property was quiet, check in was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay to visit Mackinac Island, quick walk (about 10 min) to the ferry little further to lakeside hotels and restaurants. Clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice, clean room with super helpful staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is my second visit to Vindel motel. Clean room with good bed and shower amenities. Microwave and refrigerator and TV. Everything you could want. Parking right at your door. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool has been filled in. No hair drier. The drain in the shower was slow- think ankle deep water. The sink dripped like crazy. Zero front desk staff ever. It’s purposely contactless. Very odd. 10am check out seems early. Great location is it’s only positive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property, love the log cabin type feel to the room. Extremely clean and well maintained room. Perfect place to stay on a trip to the Mackinaw area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A kitchy sort of boutique motel. Great if you want a base from which to explore the area. Our room was small. It was very quiet, no noise from adjacent rooms. Lots of hot water. Great shower. The TV was a bit of a challenge to figure out how to operate. We had a room with one queen bed. Comfortable bed. Only one reading light and one bedside table. Great towels! Good value for your dollar.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and cozy! Loved the vibe inside, plus totally walkable to the main strip, Shepler’s ferry, and any of the local restaurants. Check-in/out was remote too, no hassle or worry at any point. Price is super fair for a simple little place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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One of the best places in Mackinaw to stay. Rooms are clean and staff are helpful. Takes time to get use to the no contact check in and code to enter room. Once you get it, I really like it. Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, neat and quiet . Biggest drawback for us was lack of adequate electrical outlets and small room size. I was also not a fan of the check in process- no human interaction at all. My husband requires medical equipment which is typically delivered to the front desk and awaits our arrival. We were unable to receive the equipment because there isn’t always someone at the front desk to receive it. I chose this location because of the positive reviews and reasonable price but ultimately regretted my choice. We were booked for 2 nights but left after one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good price. I didn't use any services...just a quick overnight. The staff was great and the location is awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was beautiful and comfortable. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This was by far one of the absolute best motels we’ve stayed at while traveling cross-country! Nope, I lied… it was the best!! A cozy room that was very well maintained with all of the amenities we needed. I’m a big fan of the smaller establishments and the ease of parking directly in front of your door. If you’re looking for a spot to stay I highly recommend you consider resting your head here at the Vindel Motel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms were very clean and beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a great place to stay. Free shuttle service to the ferry right out your front door!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy Night Stay

Small motel, but good for a nights stay. Clean,roomy, and close to walk to nearby restaurants .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This is a great little motel. Pool was out of service, which was a bummer but the beds were comfy and within walkimg distance to the ferry! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean, organized, and had everything you needed. The beds were clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025