Skip to main content

Aurora Borealis Motel

Property class: 2.5
Travelers enjoy the convenience of an area shuttle service while savoring authentic local cuisine at the on-site restaurant just moments from Lake Michigan

Choose dates to view prices

Aurora Borealis Motel, near Lake Michigan's shores, offers free WiFi in every room and complimentary parking. Guests can enjoy full meals at the restaurant or grab quick snacks from the vending machine. Past visitors often praise the staff's exceptional helpfulness.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 3 of 3 rooms

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Located in St Ignace, Aurora Borealis Motel is near the airport and near a boardwalk. Fort de Baude Museum and Museum of Ojibwa Culture are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Wawatam Lighthouse and Mackinac Bridge. Bridge View Park and Castle Rock are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our St Ignace travel guide
View more Motels in St Ignace
Map
635 Business Loop I-75, St Ignace, MI, 49781

What's nearby

  • A lighthouse by the water with a red top and white body.
    Wawatam Lighthouse
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A large suspension bridge over a body of water with a seagull flying above.
    Bridge View Park
    2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Straits State Park
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Museum of Ojibwa Culture
    3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce
    3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Kewadin Shores Hotel and Casino
  • Pink Pony
  • Mary's Bistro Draught House
  • Seabiscuit Café

About this property

Aurora Borealis Motel

  • Motel near Wawatam Lighthouse
  • Located close to Fort de Baude Museum and Bridge View Park, Aurora Borealis Motel provides free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • A free local area shuttle, a vending machine and coffee/tea in reception
    • Tour/ticket information
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 56 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • TVs with cable channels
    • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers and heating

Similar properties

Exterior
Cedar Hill Lodge
St Ignace
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 214 reviews
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Cedar Hill Lodge
Compare similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Wild Blueberry

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 29 October and 3 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Aurora Borealis Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aurora Borealis Motel?

As of 15 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aurora Borealis Motel on 7 Sept 2026 start from NZ$180, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aurora Borealis Motel located?

Situated near the airport, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wawatam Lighthouse and Fort de Baude Museum. Museum of Ojibwa Culture and Bridge View Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Aurora Borealis Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 479 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is clean, well maintained, accessible and has free & safe parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a clean and safe motel for our stay and vacation to Mackinac Island. It’s very close to the ferry docks & a shuttle was even available to take us to the ferry. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, bright parking lot. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful, quiet night very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older but clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was perfect beds were comfortable and cozy. They had my favorite movie channel TCM. We parked right in front of our room always a plus. I loved the Keurig in the room for coffee 😁. Close enough to the downtown area. There a nice little walk around the block with a park along the way. Enjoyed my stay excellent customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MARISHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was easy to access and clean . I wish the check in was earlier than 4:00 pm. The staff were pleasant .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

FAUSTINO jr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As far as a motor inn or motel goes, this place is your place to stay safely in a clean room with the basics. The only tip I might offer is don't take off your socks on the carpet. It still feels gritty. Yet for the price difference between this and everything else close to the ferry for Mackinac island, I'd stay here everytime. The property is well maintained. The location is convenient and quiet with no rift raft hanging around. The room is basic with a television, refrigerator, and microwave. There's a table to sit at inside, and lawn chairs with an ashtray outside every room. Make no mistakes, you get what you pay for. This is a basic motel without any fancy upgrades, but with a safe hotel feel. Apart from the gritty greasy feeling carpet in the room, everything appears very clean and well maintained. I saw no sign of any pesky pests or ratty rodents anywhere in the room or on the property with the exception of some flying bugs outside the room that were likely attracted to the light on the well lit property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome restaurant on property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marta Ivette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient place, clean, included breakfast, staff very friendly, restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly, clean rooms, easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The desk staff was very pleasant and the room was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel but clean and well taken care of. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy parking, comfy sleep , great price . Will stay again next time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable, and was close to the center of town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and small motel, friendly staff. Conveniently located. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this motel was very clean and we would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room, breakfast only continental. Excellent restaurant in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Rooms were clean and in good repair. Will gladly stay here again next trip
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel room, nice location. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good value, we did care to stay on the water.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This may have been yhe cleanest hotel I’ve ever stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place and location. Perfect for what we needed. We’ve stayed here before and would again. We did not take advantage of the free breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025