Starlite Budget Inn

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Indoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Pool

Housekeeping

Air conditioning

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Parking included

Explore the area

116 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
9 min walk
Blue Water Grill & Bar
7 min walk
St. Ignace Transportation Center
9 min drive
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
19 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

15 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

13.4 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

1 King with In Room Jacuzzi

46 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

20 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

2 Rooms with 2 Double Beds

46 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

About this property

Motel in Mackinaw City with free parking

Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free motel has tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a vending machine.

Starlite Budget Inn offers 36 accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Mackinaw City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an indoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Starlite Budget Inn, you're just a quick walk from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an indoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area.

Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Take a swim in the indoor pool
Services include tour or ticket assistance
On-site recreation includes a playground
Within a 15-minute walk of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron
Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including an off-lead area

As a guest of Starlite Budget Inn, you'll find an indoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Mackinaw City motel is smoke free.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site

Things to do

Indoor pool
Playground

Family friendly

In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Playground

Conveniences

Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Picnic area
Pool loungers

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Refrigerator

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 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

Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, MI 49701]

The host will greet guests on arrival

If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 October and 10 May.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets: USD 27.75 per pet, per stay
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
An off-lead area is available
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day.

Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Pet fee: USD 27.75 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 and cash

This property does not have a front desk. The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to 146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, MI 49701
Guests arriving after 11:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. The host will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Starlite Budget Inn Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Michael

19 Sept 2024

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

Very pleasant. Easy check in. Property is dated but very clean and comfortable. I would stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

16 Sept 2024

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

It was a nice room for the price. The staff was friendly and helpful.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Travelled with group

15 Sept 2024

Room was ok had to walk 2 doors down to get room key. Bed was not comfy and smelled weird.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

15 Sept 2024

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The room was outdated. We got the jet tub and it was semi dirty when the water started. Not sure but i believe they have peole in apartment settings in the hotel area and they were loud.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marion

Travelled with partner

13 Sept 2024

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

The room was clean and spacious and it was fun to have the Jacuzzi tub although we had a problem turning the taps off at one point! Our only complaint was that plugs won't stay in most of the electrical outlets, so it was hard to charge phones and iPads.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Conniee

Travelled with family

12 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Sad Traveler

I was on my way home from a trip and called to book a room. When I realized I was closer to home I decided to just finish the drive home. I called to cancel about 10 minutes after I made the reservation and they still charged me. I explained what happened and the woman didn’t seem to care. She wasn’t understanding and she wasn’t at all friendly. She said “you booked it today. No refunds.” I was so disappointed.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

candice, pigeon

Travelled with family

9 Sept 2024

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

Nice spot to stay, you get what you pay for. The bathroom door stuck when you tried to open it, but it made for entertainment whenever someone had to try and get out. LOL. It's kind of tricky they must own all 3 hotels in a row we had to go down 2 buildings to check in and out.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

9 Sept 2024

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Billy

9 Sept 2024

Disliked: Amenities

The room was very small only one end table by the bed and there was an extension cord plugged in for the mini fridge, air conditioner and coffee pot very unsafe

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Linda

7 Sept 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

The room was in poor condition. It was disappointing.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Mary

Travelled with partner

7 Sept 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Bathroom window was painted shut. No exhaust fan in the bathroom. Light in bathroom was not enclosed all the way. Part of the fixture was broken.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ismael

7 Sept 2024

Nice and peace

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Travelled with family

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Staff wasnt available till 8 am for 3 motels. Seemed odd. But maybe cant get help. Clean , cheap place for a night

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bonnie

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ginny

Travelled with family

2 Sept 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

Rooms very outdated , which was fine after all it is in northern Michigan. Our beds were fairly uncomfortable. There was a fridge and a microwave in the room. We just basically stayed there to sleep so I would stay again for the price

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

2 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian

29 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Amenities

Beds and pillows not comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

deborah

Travelled with partner

29 Aug 2024

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

The outside if the motel is somewhat rundown and off putting. But the inside was perfect - clean, updated, etc. no hairdryer which most places have but never mind. Office lady very helpful. If stay here again!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

27 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

No attendant, had to go to the hotel next door.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Travelled with partner

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

This is actually one of three properties in a row that all operate out of the Thunderbird. You don’t know until you walk up to the office and see the sign on the door. When booking, it says that it doesn’t have a front desk and someone will come out to meet you. Disregard that. The accommodations are fine for the price. The only true gripe I have is the sheets were put on wrong. Two flat sheets laid across the bed, leaving bare mattress open at the foot. This was covered by folded blankets meaning your and everyone else’s bare feet were on the mattress under a very warm blanket. At check out, you’d assume you would go back to the office at the Thunderbird. If it’s before 8am, you’ll see a note saying to just leave the key in the hotel room. Only one of the pools were open; it was indoors. The outdoor pool was closed until further notice (found out via note on the gate) and the indoor jacuzzi was emptied and in a state of disrepair. Overall, for a place to sleep, 3/5. Staff was nice and courteous. Gave us coupons for local businesses and discounted tickets to the ferry.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

25 Aug 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outdated. Room smelled. Ok for the one night.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Randall

Travelled with family

25 Aug 2024

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

Everything was fine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bonnie

Travelled with family

25 Aug 2024

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

Do not stay here.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Arlan

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner

24 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

I didn't like that when I went to one hotel that I had reserved to check in. And they told me to go check in at a second hotel. Only to tell me there when I checked in that I'd be staying at the third hotel. Which was in between the 2 that I just went to.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024