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Thunderbird Inn

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom with a bathtub and sink. - Thunderbird Inn (Mackinaw City)
A living room with a wooden floor, a brown sofa, a desk with a computer, a framed picture on the wall, and a refrigerator with beverages. - Thunderbird Inn (Mackinaw City)
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a diving board, and a lifeguard chair. - Thunderbird Inn (Mackinaw City)
A two-story building with a covered front porch and a garage. - Thunderbird Inn (Mackinaw City)
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Located close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Thunderbird Inn has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom with a bathtub and sink.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a telephone, and a laptop.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa, Courtyard View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a sofa, and a large mirror.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(42 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, a lamp, and a television.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Mackinaw City is home to Thunderbird Inn. 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 Huron and Lake Michigan. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Visit our Mackinaw City travel guide
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146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • A snowy landscape with leafless trees and a bridge in the background.
    Mackinaw Crossings
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A snow-covered landscape with a lighthouse, a red-roofed building, and a bridge in the background.
    Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Edgewater Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Edgewater Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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

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 available

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 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 at the number on the booking confirmation

An off-leash 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

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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 elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Thunderbird Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Thunderbird Inn located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Edgewater Beach and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Lake Huron and Edgewater Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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

Thunderbird Inn Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 103 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was nice. The resort is average. Worth the value I’d say
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Kaeden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice room, with a perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Kelley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unfriendly staff. Floors did not look like they had been mopped in months. I liked it that they were pet friendly. Did not use the hot tub, unsure about how sanitary it was. Location was close to sights. We used the coupons for meals that was offered to us. We would not stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Rey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Albert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The beds were comfortable. There was no battery in the smoke detector and the tv didn’t work. We called the staff for both issues and they did come right away. The water only got to like warm so we couldn’t shower.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Woodrow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, well equipped, good location. Close to eating and shopping facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very friendly staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean, well maintained, staff were helpful and professional, close to highway, lots of places to eat nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Candy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe, quiet and friendly staff. We are a return guest.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Michelle

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

Good for the money

Clean, quiet and close to the main tourist shopping area and ferry to Mackinac Island. There was a free shuttle to the ferry as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Inexpensive compared to other hotels/motels in Mackinaw. Nothing special but clean and reasonably maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was convenient location, bikeable. Staff were great, responded quickly to any issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff. Service was good. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was clean and safe. We were pleasantly surprised with the comfort of the mattresses. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was pretty nice. Very quiet, we were only one of a few people staying that weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bhaskar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a great property. Staff were very friendly and they rooms are very clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Fair rates and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was nice. It was good quality for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Easy check-in, friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, very reasonable price. Convenient location close to Mackinaw ferry dock.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Room comfort

Good motel for the price.

Staff was very helpful and friendly. Good location, not too close to the tourist areas, but also a quick walk/bike/drive to them. New flooring, but the rest could use a refresh. Electrical outlets need updated. We stayed 6 nights.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet close to shopping
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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