THUNDERBIRD INN OF MACKINAW CITY | Mackinaw City ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, Michigan, United States, 49701

“The location was perfect for easily accessing Mackinac Island ferries!”view full review

Thunderbird Inn Of Mackinaw City - A Family-Friendly Motel with Indoor Pool and Playground Near Mackinac Island Ferry

Located at the northern tip of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, this 2-star Mackinaw City hotel features 48 exterior-corridor rooms equipped with refrigerators, air conditioning, and complimentary WiFi. The Thunderbird Inn maintains a seasonal indoor heated pool (open mid-May through mid-October), a children's playground, and a hot tub. A complimentary breakfast is served daily, while guest laundry facilities and 24-hour front desk services are available. Each room includes coffee makers, private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations, and free toiletries. The Thunderbird Inn stands 0.5 miles from House of Glass and Mackinaw City Marina, with Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse and Colonial Michilimackinac situated 1.5 miles away. Historic Mackinac Island is accessible via a short ferry ride, while Headlands International Dark Sky Park lies 3.5 miles from the property.

Pros

Walking distance to multiple attractions: Marina (0.5 miles), Ice Cream Dreams (0.5 miles), and Blue Water Mexican Cantina (0.5 miles)

Service animals welcome according to ADA guidelines

Express check-out service available

Business center on premises

Cons

Indoor pool operates seasonally only (mid-May through mid-October)

15.5 miles distance from Cheboygan County

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205 sq. feet

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205 sq. feet

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City Centre

Mackinaw City2700 ft

Airports

Cheboygan County (slh) 14.0 mi

Pellston Regional (PLN) 15.4 mi

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Spacious and Comfortable

“During my stay, I was pleasantly surprised by the spaciousness of the room. It featured two comfortable beds and had a microwave and fridge, which were great for storing snacks and drinks. Overall, it provided a nice space to unwind after a busy day, even though the decor was a bit outdated.” view full review

Decent Cable Selection

“I appreciated having a small tv in the room with a comprehensive cable selection. After a long day of exploring, it was nice to relax and catch up on my favorite shows without any hassle. It wasn't a smart TV, but it certainly did the job, making my downtime enjoyable.” view full review

Functional Shower

“One aspect I found quite satisfactory during my stay was the shower. It worked perfectly, providing strong water pressure and consistent temperature. A reliable shower after a day of activities made a significant difference in my overall experience.” view full review

Comfortable Bedding

“The bedding in my room was surprisingly comfortable. Despite some wear and tear on the furniture, I found the sheets to be soft and inviting. It made for a cozy sleeping environment, which was vital after my travels.” view full review

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

Location

146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, Michigan, United States, 49701

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146 Old Us 31, Mackinaw City, Michigan, United States, 49701

City landmarks

Park

Conkling Heritage Park

4400 ft

Landmark

House of Glass

3300 ft

Landmark

USCGC Mackinaw

1.1 mi

Museum

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

Landmark

Straits State Harbor

3300 ft

Landmark

Mystery Town

4400 ft

Park

Colonial Michilimackinac

1.4 mi

Park

WaWatam Park

1.1 mi

Park

Gary R Williams Memorial Park

1.2 mi

Park

Maritime Park

1.2 mi

Museum

Ice Breaker Mackinaw Maritime

1.1 mi

Church

Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Church

1.1 mi

Park

Alexander Henry Park

1.4 mi

Landmark

Jack Pine Lumberjack Shows

1.6 mi

Landmark

McGulpin Point Lighthouse

2.4 mi

Park

Headlands International Dark Sky Park

2.5 mi

Landmark

McGulpin Rock

2.4 mi

Camping

French Farm Lake

2.6 mi

Landmark

Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park

3.3 mi

Nearby

707 S Huron Ave

Great Lakes Lighthouse Keepers association

200 ft

Casino

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

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THUNDERBIRD INN OF MACKINAW CITY, Mackinaw City

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Thunderbird Inn Of Mackinaw City - A Family-Friendly Motel with Indoor Pool and Playground Near Mackinac Island Ferry

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