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Starlite Budget Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Children's play area - outdoor
Children's play area - outdoor
The Starlite Budget Inn sits near Lake Michigan, offering a practical retreat with its indoor pool and sun loungers. Guests connect to WiFi while staying close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Families appreciate the nearby playground for quality time together.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tomorrow

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 King with In Room Jacuzzi

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

2 Rooms with 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Mackinaw City, Starlite Budget Inn is in the city center and near the beach. 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. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as parasailing and other activities like golfing.
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116 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Starlite Budget Inn

Motel near Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
Starlite Budget Inn provides a playground and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, an off-leash area, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Starlite Budget Inn offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

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

More

  • 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 available
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 October 21 and May 10.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 27.75 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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Starlite Budget Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Starlite Budget Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Starlite Budget Inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 27.75 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 at Starlite Budget Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Starlite Budget Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Starlite Budget Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Starlite Budget Inn located?

Located in the heart of Mackinaw City, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Lake Huron. Mackinaw Crossings and Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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