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Mackinac Lake Trail Motel

2.5 star property

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Lake
Garden
Seasonal outdoor pool
Property amenity
Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July

Explore the area

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9730 US Hwy 23, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Jack Pine Lumberjack Show
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Headlands International Dark Sky Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed

Motel Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Mackinaw City

At Mackinac Lake Trail Motel, you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and 19.3 km (12 mi) from Mackinac Bridge. Highlights at this beach motel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Mackinaw City motel, you'll be 26.4 km (16.4 mi) from Mission Church and 26.7 km (16.6 mi) from Haunted Theatre.
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What's nearby

  • Historic Mill Creek Discovery Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Jack Pine Lumberjack Show - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Mackinac Bridge - 8 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 9 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keyhole Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bière de Mac Brew Works - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Audie's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wienerlicious - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Mackinac Lake Trail Motel

Mackinac Lake Trail Motel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Mackinaw City motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Mackinac Lake Trail Motel offers 12 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping, 9730 US Hwy 23, Mackinaw City]
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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 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; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping Motel
Mill Creek Camping Motel
Mill Creek Camping
Mackinac Lake Trail
Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping
Mackinac Lake Trail Motel Motel
Mackinac Lake Trail Motel Mackinaw City
Mackinac Lake Trail Motel Motel Mackinaw City

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Mackinac Lake Trail Motel?

Yep, Mackinac Lake Trail Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Mackinac Lake Trail Motel?

As of 1 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mackinac Lake Trail Motel on 7 July 2026 start from AU$216, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Mackinac Lake Trail Motel?

The closest beach to Mackinac Lake Trail Motel is Edgewater Beach (3.4 km).

Does Mackinac Lake Trail Motel have a pool?

Mackinac Lake Trail Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May to September.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mackinac Lake Trail Motel?

No, Mackinac Lake Trail Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mackinac Lake Trail Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Mackinac Lake Trail Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Mackinac Lake Trail Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 109 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Piper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint. Close to all attractions and close to other local areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Amenities
Great place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice little find… Close to Mackinac City and great for an overnight before heading to Mackinac Island.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great….really enjoyed our stay Thx Kevin
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
nice clean motel. we would stay again and we would recommend to our friends
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Vernell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the woodsy location and lake within walking distance yet everything that I needed was a close drive
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

KENYA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Coffee Hut is a good option, instead of having individual coffee pots in each individual room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting, heated pool, amazing beach with a fantastic view of the Mighty Mac!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

john E

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It had beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the quiet atmosphere. It was a little further from the restaurants and attractions than I wanted but it was still a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Duane

It was great. Easily will stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect motel just outside of town. Beautiful private beach coffee hut too. Friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little small but nicely decorated and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, quiet little motel. Wonderful walk down to lake huron to have a lake front view of the Mackinaw Bridge. Bare basics and exactly what we expected. We will be giving the cabins a try next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the setting of this motel! Very tranquil!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is absolutely the cleanest hotel/motel I have ever stayed. Staff is super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Exceptionally Wonderful!

Exceptionally clean, very friendly staff, nice location! Will definitely be staying there again!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean & friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was adequate at fitting our need for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

AMANDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely stay here again. Great staff and friendly. Minutes from town. Nice and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Thumbs up!

Great stay, nice clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely remodeled motel. Rooms were clean nice accommodations. Bed comfortable. Property was clean path to get to Great Lake was short well maintained
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024