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THUNDERBIRD INN OF MACKINAW CITY, Mackinaw City – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
146 Old Us 31,
Mackinaw City,
Michigan,
United States of America,
49701,
Michigan
Rooms & Amenities
Thunderbird Inn offers 48 rooms with exterior corridor access, including single king, double queen, queen with sofa, and queen or king with Jacuzzi options. Each room includes a refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, air conditioning, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Select rooms feature flat-screen TVs, sofa seating, or Jacuzzi tubs.
Dining & Breakfast
A complimentary breakfast is served daily. Nearby dining options include Tony’s Pizza, The Coffee Bean, and local fudge shops. The hotel does not have an onsite restaurant but is within walking distance of multiple eateries.
Leisure & Recreation
Guests can use the seasonal indoor heated pool (open mid-May to mid-October), children’s playground, and spa tub. The area offers snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and golf. Historic Mackinac Island is accessible via a short ferry ride from Mackinaw City.
Location & Attractions
The hotel is in downtown Mackinaw City, near Spy Quest Laser Maze, Mackinaw City Dock, and Odawa Casino Mackinaw. Colonial Michilimackinac Park and Fort Michilimackinac State Historic Park are within 2.5 km. Headlands International Dark Sky Park is 3.8 miles away.
Services & Accessibility
The 24-hour front desk provides express check-out and tour assistance. Guest laundry and a business center are available. Service animals are permitted under ADA guidelines. Babysitting services can be arranged upon request.
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From cozy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
General
Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Pets allowed
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Services
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
Rooftop pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Seasonal indoor pool
Heated swimming pool
Sun loungers
Aqua park
Shallow end
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
146 Old Us 31,
Mackinaw City,
Michigan,
United States of America,
49701,
Michigan
Map view
146 Old Us 31,
Mackinaw City,
Michigan,
United States of America,
49701,
Michigan
City landmarks
Parks
Conkling Heritage Park
4400 ft
228 S Huron Ave
House of Glass
3200 ft
131 S Huron Ave
USCGC Mackinaw
1.1
mi
Museums
Mackinaw Bridge Museum
4400 ft
Lighthouse
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
1.4
mi
Shopping Area
Del Sol
4400 ft
Marina
Mackinaw City Marina
1.1
mi
Mackinaw City
Straits State Harbor
3300 ft
200 S Nicolet St
Mystery Town
4400 ft
Parks
WaWatam Park
1.1
mi
Parks
Colonial Michilimackinac
1.4
mi
Parks
Gary R Williams Memorial Park
1.2
mi
Parks
Maritime Park
1.2
mi
Museums
Ice Breaker Mackinaw Maritime
1.1
mi
Church
Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church
1.1
mi
Parks
Alexander Henry Park
1.4
mi
10510 US-23
Jack Pine Lumberjack Shows
1.6
mi
500 Headlands Rd
McGulpin Point Lighthouse
2.4
mi
Parks
Headlands International Dark Sky Park
2.5
mi
Wilderness Park Dr
McGulpin Rock
2.4
mi
Camping
French Farm Lake
2.6
mi
9001 South US 23
Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park
3.3
mi
Nearby
707 S Huron Ave
Great Lakes Lighthouse Keepers association
200 ft
Casinos
Odawa Casino Mackinaw
200 ft
Restaurants
Blue Water Mexican Cantina
1500 ft
918 S Huron Ave
The Lighthouse Restaurant
2600 ft
618 S Huron Ave
Mackinaw Pastie & Cookie Co
3000 ft
117 W Jamet St at exit 339 Southbound I-75
Devon's Return to The Past
3400 ft
502 South Huron Avenue P.O. Box 1035
Toast A Go Go
3300 ft
502 S Huron Ave
Starbucks
4000 ft
312 S Huron Ave
Ice Cream Dreams
4000 ft
110 S Huron Ave
Sweet Spot
3900 ft
Downtown Mackinac City
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
84%
enjoyed their stay & would return
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
7.0
Location
8.3
Service
8.0
Dining
7.0
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 3 reviews
6.5
6.5/10 based on 464 reviews
Jared
United States of America,
March
2024
7.4/10
The hotel surprised us with a few unexpected drawbacks despite its great location. The rooms were not as modern or well-equipped as advertised, but the staff was friendly and welcoming. The small fridges provided were only suitable for drinks, and the hair dryer seemed ancient. However, the convenient location and friendly service somewhat made up for these shortcomings.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms didn't meet our expectations with outdated features like the hair dryer and lack of proper TV setup, though they were clean and somewhat comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was super nice, and we even received a breakfast voucher. The staff was friendly and accommodating, making our stay more enjoyable.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was perfect for our needs, close to town and convenient for exploring Mackinaw City.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was average, nothing exceptional, but the classic fried fish was decent. However, the early closing time of 9 pm was a bit inconvenient for us.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were basic, but we appreciated the tours and ticket assistance available, adding value to our stay.
Betty
United States of America,
February
2024
7.2/10
The hotel room wasn't worth $84 plus taxes and resort fees. The room was more appealing with its spacious layout and various lighting fixtures, providing ample light. However, the decor was lacking, and the towels were on the thin side.
Rooms
7.0
The room was spacious with several different lighting fixtures so we had plenty of light.
Service
7.0
The service was very good - friendly and helpful. However, there were some issues that were not fixed promptly, and some staff members were not as friendly as expected.
Location
8.0
The location was convenient, right off the highway next to the shore and within walking distance of the ferry to Mackinac. It was close to the activities we wanted to do, making it a good spot to stay.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was okay if you like powdered eggs in the morning. The breakfast spread was sufficient, but could have been improved with more tray options or breakfast equipment.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel didn't try the indoor pool, but it seemed to offer good facilities overall.
Theodore
United States of America,
May
2023
8.2/10
The hotel room was a mixed experience. It was very dated, but also really cute and very clean. The bed was decent, and it had essential amenities like a TV, fridge, and closet. However, it was small and noisy for the price of around $65 per night, which felt somewhat justifiable once inside.
Rooms
7.0
The room was very dated but also cute and clean. The amenities like the bed, TV, fridge, and closet were decent.
Service
8.0
The service was very helpful and pleasant; they even went above and beyond to help us print a ferry ticket. Loved the auto text service welcoming us and offering area recommendations. The staff was friendly and welcoming in the lobby and breakfast area, though there was an incident when our bike was threatened to be towed if not moved back to the parking lot.
Location
9.0
The location worked well for us as it was close to my elderly parents. It was clean, close to town, but not in the middle of everything. The area was in Mackinac City, convenient to restaurants and shops but away from major traffic areas.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was very pleasant with a variety of items on the menu, including real eggs, sausage, home fries, yogurt, fresh fruit, toast, juices, coffee, and Danish. The food was excellent, and the quality was much better compared to other places that usually offer just muffins. The hotel also boasted famed USDA prime-aged steaks.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained, offering a good experience overall for the price paid.
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