Thunderbird Inn
Motel in Mackinaw City, MI
1 queen bed
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this motel
Motel in Mackinaw City with free parking
An indoor pool, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a vending machine.
Change of towels is available on request.
Thunderbird Inn offers 48 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an indoor pool.
An indoor pool, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a vending machine.
Change of towels is available on request.
Thunderbird Inn offers 48 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an indoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
TV
Map of Mackinaw City, MI
Available Rooms
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
1 Queen • 243 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub
1 Queen • 282 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
1 King • 243 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa, Courtyard View
1 Queen • 248 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub
1 King • 355 ft²
Sleeps 2
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££££
Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 10.0
I liked it.
3.0 / 10.0
You get what you pay for. Front desk was great and helpful but room was a disappointment. Wallpaper was ripped, sheets were stained with blood (they gave us fresh clean sheets to replace them) and room was average clean. Shower worked great, that was the only real positive. But we wnet for inexpensive and that is what we got
5.0 / 10.0
The lady at the counter was so sweet, I loved her. Informative, very gracious. I’d just go back to visit with her, and she gave me fudge!
5.0 / 10.0
Comfortable, clean, no frills room. Just what I was looking for.
4.0 / 10.0
Not fancy ....but no complaints. Lady at the front desk was extremely personable and provided lots of great info about the area. Room was clean and comfortable.
6.0 / 10.0
Good location
5.0 / 10.0
This was a solid place for our needs. We booked the hotel to sleep at night. It was quiet and seemingly safe. Front desk guy was friendly and polite. Great experience.
6.0 / 10.0
Did not like the outline of the room. Sink was not in the bathroom
4.0 / 10.0
Old, stains on carpet, pretty rough but also very inexpensive
5.0 / 10.0
My mother and I are regular guests, because we love Thunderbird. Front desk people are fantastic as well.
4.0 / 10.0
Booked a room with jacuzzi which was not working. Some wierd smell when we entered the room, had to use our room freshner and deodrant.
10.0 / 10.0
The hotel was pretty nice. Very quiet, we were only one of a few people staying that weekend.
3.0 / 10.0
The place is not bad especially for the price but I couldn't help but notice that it could use some upgrades. The toilet looked almost like it had a crack in the bowl and it had not been cleaned in a long time. The carpet had some stains in them but overall, again for the price, it was a decent place.
8.0 / 10.0
Overall slightly above average for the price point.
2.0 / 10.0
We checked in late and at first, were given the wrong room. Then, we checked in and because it was late went right to sleep. In the morning, we noticed the closet door/mirror was broken and there was a blood stain on the floor in the main room and a small blood splatter on the bathroom wall. We got out of there quickly.
6.0 / 10.0
Could use some updating, carpeting, jacuzzi
2.0 / 10.0
Sheets were stained and dirty. The bedside chest was full of crumbs. The top of the chest refrigerator was dirty. The floor turned my feet black so never stepped out of my shoes. The bathroom smelled like cat urine.
2.0 / 10.0
Never again! Way overpriced for the shapes of facility was in. No hot water to take a shower with an Internet service was totally unreliable. No breakfast complementary or otherwise. Rooms basic but need maintenance work done to bring them up to current status.
6.0 / 10.0
Dated , clean for the price. Staff was friendly.
6.0 / 10.0
It was a good stay. Common areas were a little dirty but it seemed that was from guests vs poor cleanliness by the property itself. Front desk staff was friendly, professional, and helpful. The area is quiet, just down the road from tons of tourist things. The property could use some updates but it was still in good working order.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
8.0 / 10.0
The hotel was nice. It was good quality for the price.
8.0 / 10.0
Took a while to check in, but they gave us an upgrade to a larger room, so all good. Room was OK, but could use some updating (peeling wallpaper, old electrics, not the most comfortable bed) it did the job anyway. Wifi worked well, and it's in a good location, easy enough to walk to the either ferry terminal. No breakfast included, but you get vouchers for 2-for-one at other places nearby if you want,and the room has a microwave and fridge, so you could just get your own! Walls are very thin though especially to connected room as could hear normal volume talking through it, fortunately didn't have noisy neighbours, or could have been a real problem.
Staff were lovely, and given its a good deal cheaper than other places was an alright place to stay.
1.0 / 10.0
Disgusting. Beyond dirty. Maybe a step up from camping in the back country if you’re desperate to get out of a storm or something. Gross.
6.0 / 10.0
The staff was friendly and helpful but the room we had had a bad smell when we used the A/C unit so we were uncomfortable due to the hot weather.
8.0 / 10.0
Staff are very helpful and with big smiles. Although the property appears really old, the room are still kept clean and tidy.
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay, very friendly staff!!
5.0 / 10.0
The staff member that checked us in was very helpful and pleasant. When we arrived in the room, it was noted the dead lock was broken to the adjoining room. We told a housekeeper who looked at it immediately then got her supervisor to check it. She found that maintenance would be needed and Aaron arrived very quickly. He was on call. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. He installed a new deadbolt. We stayed 4 nights and had no problems. My husband enjoyed the pool. Frig and freezer section worked well. Comfortable bed and sofa. We would stay there again.
2.0 / 10.0
this is the worst hotel I have ever stayed in. The rooms are very musty and moldy smelling very tiny very outdated never had such a tiny TV in a hotel room before there is no outdoor pool. The property does not match the photo shown online. I would never recommend this place to anyone when you can smell the mold in the room that’s not good, there were actually live bats on the building wall by the door
6.0 / 10.0
Definitely a budget friendly place. Don’t expect more for the price.
6.0 / 10.0
The outside is well maintained despite being an older property. Our room was clean, however the furniture was old and in need of repair or replacement, e.g. a chair with a loose arm, a box spring with a broken corner.
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the pool area.
6.0 / 10.0
The room was clean and comfy but had a mildew odor. We also had hot water that lasted for about 5 seconds. I reported it to the desk and the next day was the same. For that reason I would not stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
There was only one ice maker. Coffee would've been nice in the morning. The people at the front desk were very nice and informative. They gave us discount coupons for restaurants. The room was very clean.
3.0 / 10.0
The room had a musty smile the whole time we were there.
10.0 / 10.0
Pros: Clean rooms, staff was very friendly and helpful when we forgot our keys in the room. Affordable and in a great area close to attractions, dining, and shopping. Pool inside a greenhouse-style building and was very clean with towels provided. Beds and pillows were comfortable and the area was quiet and felt safe. Playground on-site as well.
Cons: Slightly dated rooms, and our shower drain was pretty clogged up since it didn't have a hair catch of any kind (it took about 10 minutes to drain after each shower).
1.0 / 10.0
The keys wouldn’t work so we needed to have 1 person in there at all times. There was pubes in the shower and it wouldn’t drain. The towels had blood spots on them.
8.0 / 10.0
Clean room, friendly staff
10.0 / 10.0
Basic, clean, just fine.
6.0 / 10.0
Property needs updating and maintenance.
FAQs
How much does this motel cost compared to others in Mackinaw City?
The average price for a rental in Mackinaw City is £89 per night. This rental is £17 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this motel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Thunderbird Inn. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Thunderbird Inn. Enjoy the water!
Is Thunderbird Inn pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Thunderbird Inn?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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