Lighthouse View Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Lake Huron

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Partial Lake View
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Experience a rejuvenated getaway at Lighthouse View Motel, nestled near Lake Michigan. Relax in the serene garden, unwind in the spa tub or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. With helpful staff and convenient free self parking, your stay is sure to be a relaxing retreat.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower/tub combination
  • 380 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Partial Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 250 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower/tub combination
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower/tub combination
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Partial Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 285 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Mackinaw City is home to Lighthouse View Motel. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and The Jewel at the Grand Hotel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Headlands International Dark Sky Park. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting.
Map
699 North Huron Ave., Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mackinaw City Dock - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪MI Patio Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Lighthouse View Motel

Motel remodeled in 2022 and located near Lake Huron
Lighthouse View Motel provides amenities like a garden and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Lighthouse View Motel feature perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and shower/tub combinations
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1995
  • Renovated entire property - January 2022
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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
3 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Lighthouse View Motel 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 Lighthouse View Motel?

As of Aug 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lighthouse View Motel on Sept 1, 2025 start from CA $122.29, 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 Lighthouse View Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lighthouse View Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lighthouse View Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lighthouse View Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Lighthouse View Motel located?

Situated in Mackinaw City, this motel is steps from Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse and Lake Huron. Lake Michigan is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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Lighthouse View Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 522 out of 867 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 867 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 867 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 867 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 867 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice room and the pool area was great to relax in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice clean motel close to good dining and view of the Lighthouse and bridge.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice stay, basic but had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to the lake and bridge restaurant not far away and the bed was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Amenities
A good place for the weekend stay we had. Great location and the motel was in good condition with clean rooms and no issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location to everything. Friendly staff. Small room but had what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is Family run hotel, they take excellent care of the property and their customers. The location is excellent, walkable to the mackinaw bridge, ferries to the island and many restaurants. The beds were comfortable. We enjoyed our 3 rd stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is within a walkable distance to anything you’d like to do in Mackinaw City. The hot tub was excellent and there was plenty of seating and towels available. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. The pool and hot tub were well maintained. We loved the convenience to town and proximity to the bridge and lighthouse park. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the straits and bridge. Nicely remodeled.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not spend a lot of time at the motel. I liked that it was close to restaurants and attractions. It clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

roger

Liked: Cleanliness
Mostly had a nice stay. Could have been cleaner
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

trevor

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel. I booked a small room since I was traveling solo and it was small but clean and the bed was comfortable. Not fancy but I'd stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a gem! Super clean. Nothing fancy, just the basics - but everything you need. Close to everything. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night with family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is right across the street from the beach and a great view of the bridge. Bed was comfortable and the hot tub was a great temp, very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice stay after a day on Mackinac Island. The room smelled clean and fresh of cedar and cinnamon. We enjoyed the hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a great location, the rooms are clean and come with a mini fridge, microwave and small table + chairs. It was a good/inexpensive choice for a couple of nights and I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older motel updated and immaculately clean. Convenient outlets for electronics. Very walkable to restaurants and Mackinac Island ferry. Pool looked really nice although we didnt use it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms with convenient electrical plugs for CPAP and phone chargers. Beautiful view of lighthouse and bridge! Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was comfortable. There was plenty of space for our things. It was also fun to walk across the street to the park and look at the bridge from below and the lighthouse.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay. Very helpful staff. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025