Title: Thunderbird Inn - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Thunderbird Inn Motel in Mackinaw City with free parking ![Children's play area - outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59000/58984/e2f1888d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59000/58984/64fd71e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59000/58984/a1268158.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59000/58984/30b4a718.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59000/58984/1ba6bc65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Thunderbird Inn near Lake Michigan offers a perfect base for relaxation. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool with sun loungers or the indoor pool when the weather turns. The motel provides in-room WiFi and helpful staff, enhancing the excellent value of the stay. 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 17 - Nov. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=58984&PinnedHotelID=58984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=58984&PinnedHotelID=58984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 18 - Nov. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=58984&PinnedHotelID=58984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=58984&PinnedHotelID=58984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=58984&PinnedHotelID=58984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=58984&PinnedHotelID=58984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=58984&PinnedHotelID=58984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=58984&PinnedHotelID=58984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59000/58984/71aaf32a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub ### Highlights Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Jetted bathtub Hair dryer Shower/tub combination - 282 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59000/58984/61928a03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 8.2 Very good 16 reviews ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Shower/tub combination Hair dryer - 243 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59000/58984/067adf86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa, Courtyard View 8.0 Very good 12 reviews ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Shower/tub combination Hair dryer - 248 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59000/58984/1ba6bc65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub 7.6 Good 4 reviews ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Private indoor hot tub Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Jetted bathtub - 355 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59000/58984/4991546c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds 7.8 Good 40 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Shower/tub combination Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Cable channels - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/59000/58984/0b5af148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed 8.0 Very good 28 reviews ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Shower/tub combination Hair dryer - 243 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Swimming pool along with sun loungers - Free self parking - A free ferry terminal shuttle, an indoor pool, and smoke-free premises - Tour/ticket assistance, a vending machine, and concierge services - Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value and helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Thunderbird Inn include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) - Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1043200/1043109/70f7b0b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bridge Vista Beach - Hotel & Convention Center Mackinaw City - Pet-friendly - Kids pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.4 Good 1,001 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=1043109&PinnedHotelID=1043109&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1510000/1502600/1502523/33f1c5b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Starlite Budget Inn Mackinaw City - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 6.8 1,000 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=1502523&PinnedHotelID=1502523&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915600/915514/w2014h1979x0y1-f174cff1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great Lakes Inn Mackinaw City - 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Limited-hour front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Pool loungers ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Pillowtop mattress - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Refrigerator ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Free local calls - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4 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 Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation This property will place a credit card authorization of 1 night for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 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 Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night 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 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Safety features at this property include a smoke detector Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM ### Property is also known as Thunderbird Inn Mackinaw City Thunderbird Mackinaw City Thunderbird Inn Motel Thunderbird Inn Mackinaw City Thunderbird Inn Motel Mackinaw City ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Thunderbird Inn have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM. ### Is Thunderbird Inn pet-friendly? > Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Thunderbird Inn? > Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Thunderbird Inn? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Thunderbird Inn located? > Situated in Mackinaw City, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Edgewater Beach and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Lake Huron and Mackinaw Crossings are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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