Vindel Motel

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January 2025

February 2025

Standard Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pool

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Parking included

Explore the area

223 West Central Ave, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park
5 min walk
Krueger's Fish Market
2 min walk
St. Ignace Transportation Center
9 min drive
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
29 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

19 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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Pool

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Parking included

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

14 Jan - 15 Jan

About this property

Motel in Mackinaw City with free parking

A seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area and free self-parking are available at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a vending machine. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

Vindel Motel offers 16 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Mackinaw City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Cable televisions are provided. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Vindel Motel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free ferry terminal shuttle.

Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Free self-parking
Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
Amenities include a vending machine
Within a 10-minute walk of Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park and Lake Huron
Free ferry terminal shuttle service

Vindel Motel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a picnic area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mackinaw City motel.

Languages

English

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 transport

Free ferry terminal shuttle
Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Seasonal outdoor pool

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 lift
Well-lit path to entrance

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

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 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

Renovations and closures

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

Swimming pool

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

Late check-out fee: USD 25

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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit

This property does not have a front desk. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will open on 20 May and close on 31 August.

Property is also known as

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Vindel Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Karie

Travelled with family

2 Oct 2024

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

Went with my daughter's for our annual Fall trip. It's a decent place to stay for a few nights. Clean room, comfortable beds. The shower head was very wonky and the water would turn from warm to super hot to cold, but other than that, all good. Very convenient location! Close to ferry, restaurants, and Dark Sky Park!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

27 Sept 2024

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

The place was nice, quiet and safe. The refrigerator did not work, however. We are just letting the owners know so that they can inspect before the next guests.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Travelled with partner

27 Sept 2024

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

Good price, clean, and renovated.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

27 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

becki

23 Sept 2024

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

Good value, convenient and clean--but dated.

Well folks, it all depends upon your perspective, what you are used to, and what you are using the room for. This IS a MOTEL, and they were popular when I was a kid back in the 60/70s, so I felt like I was going back in time. the rooms were ALL wood, and therefore rather DARK (room 27) The interior desecrator should have used a lighter bedspread for certain and a little lighter carpet would have helped. Paintings need a bit of updating as well. So here is the BAD and the GOOD from my perspective. Bathroom was small and the sink and dressing area are open to the room and window so you dress behind a curtain. they provide all you need (even Kleenex) but I gotta tell you the towels are small and I am not a large person. TV took a bit of getting used to but then we really were not there much. No coffee in room gotta walk to office each morning. Beds were comfortable to me and sheets were super soft. NO water provided but they do have ice. It is a convenient location you can walk to two good eateries like 2 blocks as well as groceries, and town is 4 blocks. The place was really clean and the workers there are super friendly and helpful in every way. So all in all, if you just need a bed to sleep in, a good hot shower (pressure was just ok), and you don't mind a little dark and dungie, this is a great value for this high-priced town. and if you consider that the Island a ferry ride away is still using horse and buggies to get around, this place is ahead of it

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with family

22 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Travelled with family

22 Sept 2024

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

Perfect place to stay close to Mackinaw but far away from the hustle.and bustle

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni

19 Sept 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner

16 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We have stayed at the Vindel Motel for years, coming for the Richard Crane Memorial Semi Truck show in St. Ignace. We have always enjoyed our experience there. I understand it was sold and the new owners this year. Really miss the personal touches that were at the motel before. Like coffee pots, extra towels and conversation.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with family

16 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We never saw any staff at the motel. The check in and out process is all by way of the code for the door.Our room was tucked back into a corner of the motel. The parking was very crowded. We couldn't park near our room. We have a truck and so we parked out by the pool. The room was very clean.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly

16 Sept 2024

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

Off the beaten path, clean but older, quiet. Check-in was easy with just getting sent the door code.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

10 Sept 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kanishka

8 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

5 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Travelled with group

5 Sept 2024

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

Very nice motel, very close within 5-20 mins walking distance to eat or to the ferry terminal. Can't hear the interstate thats 2 blocks away. Easy to get into and out of, light traffic on the main road. Good base camp if you are spending most of your time out and about.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacolyn, Port Saint Lucie

Travelled with family

3 Sept 2024

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

Although the property is not new construction, the room was so quaint and cozy.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Nancy L

Travelled with family

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

We liked the vintage feel of the rooms and very clean. I know it is an older motel, but really needs to be updated in the bathroom areas to make safer and more accessible for older people and those that have physical disabilities, especially with the toilets being so low to the ground. And unfortunately because of this we could not stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Donald

Travelled with partner

25 Aug 2024

Very retro but nice.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Denise

22 Aug 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Travelled with partner

21 Aug 2024

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

The motel was super clean! Check in was smooth and the room was very cute. We enjoyed our time there.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with family

21 Aug 2024

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

Simply wonderful

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael

Travelled with family

19 Aug 2024

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

There was a small refrigerator in the room. The room had a very strong smell of MOLD. There were 2 areas in front of the frig where the carpet was wet from leaking. Based on the smell and condition of the carpet in front of the frig it has been leaking and wet for MONTHS.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024