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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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Aerial view
Children's play area - outdoor
Property entrance
Children's play area - outdoor
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 King with In Room Jacuzzi

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

2 Rooms with 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
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
  • ‪Zodiac Party Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Hook Lakeside Grill - ‬17 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 with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • An off-lead area, tour/ticket information and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Starlite Budget Inn have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

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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)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

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
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 are 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 on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

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

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 any lifts
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 to 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.

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?

Checkout 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 mile (2 km).

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Starlite Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 344 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 252 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 136 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 1008 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Traveling by motorcycle stated this place so we can catch the boat ride The pool was not an option as it was green and nasty and hadn't been cleaned in a while nor the hot tub that was in the building or pool whatever it was you can see he was nasty for the price the room was a good room to catch some sleep and in rest
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Rory

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very inconvenient check-in process. Check in is at a different building off-site. Very old facility.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room dated musty and in disrepair
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kinda wierd with no staff on site but the desk person two hotels down did fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Erin

Disliked: Cleanliness
Grungy looking room with assorted lighting fixtures that were interesting; as well as crooked shelves holding the refrigerator and microwave. There was an interesting wardrobe that gave the room a lower qualizty vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Roman

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very dated. Old bed. TV did not work
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Lynn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welp, our first room #19 the light in bathroom was burnt out...and room smelt mildew really bad. They moved us to room # 21 that had a wobbly table that my husband fixed...the carpet felt damp...wasn't the best place to stay. Property needs upgraded. Customer service was poor...and rude. Won't go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, for the price we made it was alright. Stayed here for two nights. Check in was good, however checking out there was no one at the desk. The sheets still had hair, water smelled like rust and there was mold on the vents in the bathroom. I give it a 3/10.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel room was nothing like they showed on the app. It smelled really bad inside, things looked broken, bed and furniture were extremely out dated and the room was very small. We did not stay either of the 2 nights we immediately removed our things and cancelled our reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Swathi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was not clean and I saw ants all over the bathtub. The water smells like its coming from some pond. Overall not a good experience at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kaylie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I don’t usually leave negative reviews, but this hotel had some real issues. The older look didn’t bother me, but the bathtub wouldn’t drain, and the front door had a visible gap where light came through. During a rainstorm, water leaked into the room and soaked the carpet. There was a strong musty smell, and with how wet the carpet was, it felt like a possible health concern.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

1/4 of roll of toilet paper after being transferred THREE times because a room wasn't ready at 4:15 & then 2 rooms didn't have tv's that worked.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samer

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had one of the worst hotel experiences ever. The place was extremely run-down, smelled awful, and felt like it hadn’t been properly cleaned or maintained in years. The building is very old and in desperate need of renovation. From the moment I walked in, I was overwhelmed by the musty odor and general lack of care. It honestly felt more like a neglected storage facility than a place to sleep. I wouldn’t stay here again even if it were free. Save yourself the disappointment and book elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Evan

Disliked: Staff & service
First off some how expedia had the wrong stay date for my anniversary trip at the starlite budget inn in mackinaw city..they had my check in time for june 19th check out on the 20th it was supposed to be for june 28th check out on the 29th and they dont refunds so we tried to call and the date..they refused to do so and the manager was very rude to my wife..would not recommend expidia and will certainly never recommend the Starlite to ANYONE..i am out $70 and cannot afford to book another hotel so they have effectively ruined and canceled my 2 year anniversary trip so good luck to anyone unfortunate enough to book here
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

sanskriti

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very dirty and there were a lot of insects inside the room. There was no hot water in the tap either. Overall, it wasn’t a pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

jeff

It was exactly what I expected for the price cheap and convenient we stayed one night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kadience

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice for the price but as soon as we walked into the room there was a mildew / bleach smell. Then we went to the pool and the bottom of it was gross. Taking a shower was a 30 minute wait as the water ran for it to be able to warm up and not be freezing cold. Finally, when we went to use the microwave it didn’t work, like no lights on at all. It was just broken.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Meghan

Liked: Staff & service
First room we were given did not have any hot water. They however made it right and got us a different room after testing to make sure the hot water worked. But the second rooms hot water didn't get hot until about 10 minutes of running and then didn't stay warm for a full shower after that. A bit disappointed that I spent $63 and we could not even get two warm showers out of it after a very long day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good short term stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

I recommend this hotel.

It was a great value. The people were friendly. Comfortable and quiet rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room we were in needs serious updating. The water flowed orange when we first turned it on. A towel that was hung up clean, and ready to use was not clean. It had stuff on it. The seals on the door and the air conditioner were nonexistent. You can see straight outside. The bed was also hyper worn out and uncomfortable. You would sink/roll into the middle. It was cool that we got tickets to the water park for a day. But it was just that. It wasn’t for the duration of the stay. The waterpark was also so chlorinated that it made your eyes burn after 10 minutes. The trash cans in the room were so little that we couldn’t throw anything away after the first day. Overall the motel is one you book to just sleep in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tammie

the room was clean and not bad for a 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, clean and comfortable. Reasonable price. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. 3 close hotels running through one lobby. Lots of options. Great staff at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024