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Aurora Borealis Motel

Property class: 2.5

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A grassy area with a sign for Mackinac Island Ferry, a body of water, and a distant view of a lighthouse.
A view from a balcony with a metal railing, overlooking a parking lot and buildings.
A motel with a signboard, a stop sign, and a building with a balcony.
A bakery display case with various baked goods like muffins, pastries, and bread.
A roadside diner named "The Wild Blueberry Breakfast & Bakery" with outdoor seating and a parked truck.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Explore the area

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635 Business Loop I-75, St Ignace, MI, 49781
  • Place, Straits State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bridge View Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Ignace Golf and Country Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, and a chair.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

St Ignace

At Aurora Borealis Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Wawatam Lighthouse and Fort de Baude Museum. Highlights at this motel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of a free area shuttle. .With a stay at this St Ignace motel, you'll be 2 km (1.2 mi) from Museum of Ojibwa Culture and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Bridge View Park.
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What's nearby

  • Straits State Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wawatam Lighthouse - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bridge View Park - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • St. Ignace Golf and Country Club - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • Mary's Bistro Draught House
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬18 min walk
  • Jockey Club
  • ‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Aurora Borealis Motel

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Aurora Borealis Motel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this St Ignace motel.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Aurora Borealis Motel offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This St Ignace motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Wild Blueberry

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 29 October and 3 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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, 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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
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. 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, Discover, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Aurora Borealis Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Aurora Borealis Motel?

As of 16 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aurora Borealis Motel on 27 Sept 2026 start from AU$117, 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 Aurora Borealis Motel?

Yep, Aurora Borealis Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Aurora Borealis Motel?

The closest beach to Aurora Borealis Motel is Edgewater Beach (10.1 km).

Does Aurora Borealis Motel serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aurora Borealis Motel?

No, Aurora Borealis Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Aurora Borealis Motel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Aurora Borealis Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Aurora Borealis Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and staff were very attentive,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful, quiet night very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Was great stay would go back any time clean and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is convenient to get to. It is clean and is in a safe area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older but clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean simple overnight sleeping room. Very spotless! Next to nice breakfast spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing friendly and very helpful. O ly stayed overnight but was made to feel very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is convenient and close to Mackinac. Room is small but fairly clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed for 3 nights and the property was very clean and within walking distance to many sites and local shops near the lakes. The contiental breakfast was adequate for my needs and room was very clean and staff including housekeeping was performed well! I just wish that the weather would have been better during my visit during the latter part of May.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were not informed of the breakfast. Nice views from the back building
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MARISHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was easy to access and clean . I wish the check in was earlier than 4:00 pm. The staff were pleasant .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laverne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We booked rooms that said they had queen beds, but they were only full size. I would not have booked had i known. The rooms were tiny and the shower was sub par. I will say it was scrupulously clean and people were polite and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price I paid, I can’t complain. It was clean. Just older. Breakfast was SUPER small, but it wasn’t a dealbreaker. Overall I don’t have any complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Shaindy

Disliked: Staff & service
No one was there to check us in. Horrible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Manoj

Disliked: Amenities
The property location is ok. It’s an old motel. The room we had has 3 things to connect to the 2 power jacks. So we could only connect 2 with a fair bit of efforts as the power points were behind the refrigerator. The office has limited open hours time and they serve muffins and doughnuts for breakfast only from 8 AM. Just a basic motel nothing fancy about it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome restaurant on property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and inexpensive, decent bed, good bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marta Ivette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient place, clean, included breakfast, staff very friendly, restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly, clean rooms, easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The desk staff was very pleasant and the room was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025