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Starlite Budget Inn
2.0 star property

Motel with free parking, walk to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal

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Starlite Budget Inn

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BBQ/picnic area
Aerial view
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Starlite Budget Inn

Reviews
7.0

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
116 Old US 31, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Popular LocationMackinaw City Ferry Terminal9 min walk
  • Popular LocationToast A Go Go12 min walk
  • Popular LocationNonna Lisa's Italian Ristorante14 min walk
  • Popular LocationMackinaw City Trailhead18 min walk
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Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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

View all photos for 1 King with In Room Jacuzzi

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

View all photos for 2 Rooms with 2 Double Beds

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

2 Rooms with 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

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About the area

Mackinaw City

Located in Mackinaw City, Starlite Budget Inn is in the city center and near the beach. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace 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 Spy Quest Laser Maze 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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What's nearby

  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 2 min drive
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 2 min drive
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 2 min drive
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Keyhole Bar & Grill - 20 min walk
  • Dixie Saloon - 19 min walk
  • Wienerlicious - 2 min drive
  • Darrow's Family Restaurant - 2 min drive

About this property

Starlite Budget Inn

Motel near Lake Michigan
Close to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal, Starlite Budget Inn provides amenities like a terrace and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An off-leash area, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Starlite Budget Inn offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guests 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

Languages

English, Spanish

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

  • Basketball
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; to check in, go to Thunderbird Inn
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Starlite Budget Inn?

As of Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starlite Budget Inn on May 10, 2024 start from CA $90.29, excluding 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.

Is Starlite Budget Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Starlite Budget Inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 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?

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 City Trailhead and Animal Tracks Adventure Golf are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Starlite Budget Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 955 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Chad

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property shares a front desk with at least two other hotels. This makes for a cumbersome and lengthy checkout. Parking is cramped and can be difficult to navigate. The rooms are small, and definitely past their prime. The good news - it's super cheap. If you're in the Straits for a day or two and just need a place to grab a little sleep between activities, this can work.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly, Harrison Township

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sandra

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

JoAnn, Pelkie

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities
The shower in the room was dirty, the heat in the room didnt work and ut was noisy outside
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Tara

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The rooms were not dusted, we had a black widow with a nest in our room! Cobwebs in room over lights. The locks did not feel safe at all. The beds where very uncomfortable and not a lot of blankets and pillow options. Very dry room. Did not feel safe there. Not a lot of delivery options available or dining options around. Nothing wanted to deliver to these hotels. There was a piece of an old molded chicken nugget or something behind the bed. I wont be choosing those hotels again at least the Starlite Hotel! Ever!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for a good peice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Gary

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Problems that need fixing
Internet was very very slow and it took about20 sec to change TV channel. Tub drain was very slow and after a 5 min shower there was 4ins of water in tub. Position of the drain lever made no difference. Plugs literally fell out of sink outlet. This is a fire hazard!! Hotel is old but was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Tricoci

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in the price range I wanted and near where I wanted to be.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023