Thumb Heritage Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Sandusky with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
Meeting facility
Lobby
Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Jetted bathtub
Family Suite, Jetted Tub

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

Explore the area

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405 W Sanilac Rd, Sandusky, MI, 48471
  • Place, Sanilac County Courthouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodland Hills Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lexington Village Theatre
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Air-conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Air-conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Air-conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Honeymoon Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Air-conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Air-conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Suite, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Air-conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Air-conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Sandusky

At Thumb Heritage Inn you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Sanilac County Courthouse and Woodland Hills Golf Club. Highlights at this motel include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Plus you'll find a banquet hall and a vending machine. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Sandusky motel include Carsonville Park and Mc Kenzie Memorial Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Sanilac County Courthouse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Woodland Hills Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sanilac County Historic Village and Museum - 24 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Lakeview Hills Golf Resort - 35 min drive - 50.0 km
  • Lexington Village Theatre - 37 min drive - 52.2 km

Getting around

  • Flint, MI (FNT-Bishop Intl.) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Elk Street Brewery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Thumb Heritage Inn

Motel in Sandusky with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is available daily. Thumb Heritage Inn also features a vending machine and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

This Sandusky motel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Thumb Heritage Inn offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 30
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night plus a one-off USD 30 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Thumb Heritage Inn
Thumb Heritage Sandusky
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Thumb Heritage Inn Sandusky
Thumb Heritage Inn Motel
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Thumb Heritage Inn Motel Sandusky

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thumb Heritage Inn?

Thumb Heritage Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Thumb Heritage Inn?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thumb Heritage Inn on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$155.10, including 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 parking available at Thumb Heritage Inn?

Yep, Thumb Heritage Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Thumb Heritage Inn?

The closest beach to Thumb Heritage Inn is Bathing Beach Park (49.2 km).

Does Thumb Heritage Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thumb Heritage Inn?

No, Thumb Heritage Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thumb Heritage Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Thumb Heritage Inn?

There isn't one on site, but Woodland Hills Golf Club is a short 18-minute walk away.

Reviews

Thumb Heritage Inn Reviews

6.4

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 160 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jodi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap

The room had empty beer cans in the corner, and hair all over the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Only good: Comfortable beds, clean room, bathroom.

Waited in small boxy room, rang silver bell to the right. Waited a couple minutes and voice said coming downstairs soon. Waited about 5 mins. Checked in, got key. No parking near our room. In room, tv did not work. Tried to dial 0 on room phone but that was dead. Called their # on my phone, got someone who booked us, but was not at that location. They called someone at our location and someone did come in and fix tv. They said breakfast 6-9 am. We got down there during that time, no breakfast. Found a room w chairs on top of tables, no one there, just some bagels available. Just use this place to come in, got to bed, get up and go. No kleenex in bathroom, but clean and there was a tub. Beds were comforable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nothing fancy but room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds were uncomfortable Hard Only negative Friendly, helpful secuce
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was as advertised
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bryon

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The building was under construction so the room selection was limited. The bathroom towels in my unit had stains and hair on them. When the air conditioner was used a funky smell came blew in to the room. I used a flashlight to look into the front of it and realized the filter has never been changed and the inside coils had A LOT of crud on them. The refrigerator mad a dripping noise all night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel, A little slow to check in. Did not like the bed mattress was too firm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice and the staff here was very nice and professional and helpful and I would highly recommend it to anyone who needs a little vacation to stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No issues
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

william

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dated furnishings. Horrible bed. Not a great check in experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
This is the closest option we had to the city we needed to work at! It is clean but outdated. This is a good place to stay overnight. Not extended stays
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
We got the physical key, and were only there for one night. The continental breakfast leaves alot to be desired.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice desk personnel. Quiet area. Clean room and bath.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nibras

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall was a decent day!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was like it hadn't been touched since 1974 and the whole place smelled like grandma's dirt-floor basement. Whoever took the photos of the place deserves an award for making it look a hundred times better than real life. I paid for a king suite and got what looked like a prison cell.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really reasonably priced motel. It needs new beds for sure, but for the price I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kylie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Chris

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room, not like pictures. Noisy box spring in bed. Not well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ameen, Hamtramck

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Rooms are nicely cleaned but needs ventelation. Breakfast was very limited to only three types of cereal and some yogurt.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
old motel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024