Vindel Motel near Lake Huron offers a relaxing retreat with a seasonal outdoor pool and high-speed WiFi. Unwind by the water or take advantage of the free ferry terminal shuttle, helpful staff, and convenient self parking.
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Mackinaw City Dock - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 29 min drive
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 31 min drive
Free ferry terminal shuttle
Restaurants
Keyhole Bar & Grill - 10 min walk
Dixie Saloon - 12 min walk
Wienerlicious - 5 min walk
Starbucks - 13 min walk
Darrow's Family Restaurant - 6 min walk
About this property
Vindel Motel
At Vindel Motel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and snowmobiling. Also, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Headlands International Dark Sky Park are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
16 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Transfers
Free ferry terminal shuttle
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Facilities
Picnic area
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
35-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 15 to May 15:
Swimming pool
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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Frequently asked questions
Does Vindel Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Vindel Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Vindel Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Vindel Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Vindel Motel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25.
Is there an onsite casino at Vindel Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (15-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Vindel Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like snowmobiling. Vindel Motel also has a picnic area.
What's the area around Vindel Motel like?
Vindel Motel is a short 7-minute walk from Lake Huron and 8 minutes' walk from Mackinaw Bridge Museum.
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Vindel Motel Reviews
Reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Ferry
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Cleanliness
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What guests liked
Parking was convenient and easily accessible with helpful staff guidance. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2025
Great location
Convenient and comfortable place to stay in Mackinaw City.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2025
The room was clean and comfortable. Check-in was simple and easy. Wish they had an iron.
Asandi
Asandi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2025
Great lodging
My sister was skeptical about staying there. She wanted to stay in a Brand name hotel. She was pleasant surprised at how clean everything was. We both have back issues and the beds were awesome. Would definitely stay again.
Judith
Judith, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
This hotel was retro and quaint. The room was very clean and well kept. It was convenient to everything we wanted to do.
Wendy
Wendy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Better than any hotel in Mackinac city.
Shubham
Shubham, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 7, 2025
Great location.
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 29, 2025
We were on vacation. The rooms are in very good shape. Beds were pretty hard and there was hair(a lot of hair) in the bathtub. The pool is also permanently closed.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Clean, affordable and convenient to downtown!
Tricia
Tricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
This place is the best
Super convenient location. Incredibly quiet. Clean and comfortable. We will be back the next time we atay in Mackinac City . Yall rock
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Great place. Very clean and quiet. Will definitely stay again
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 10, 2025
Dated but clean
Very dated but also great efforts at cleanliness
albert
albert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Better than any other hotels in the area . Very convenient easy access to mackinaw city ,loved the lodge hope to come again in future
Syed Arif
Syed Arif, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 10, 2025
Call me
Decent price for what we got.
Curt
Curt, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
The hotel was very clean. It was a nice little property.
Angela
Angela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
Very nice and clean! Enjoyed our stay!
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 16, 2025
The check-in is super convenient. The only problem with a motel with a front desk is that they have to be available via text/phone/internet. Also, the wifi didn’t work
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Great property. Very well kept. Hits all the wickets. Quiet, comfortable, clean. Great access to food and dining.
Augie
Augie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
Staff was super kind and friendly! The rooms are really comfy and clean!! I would definitely come stay again!!
Heather
Heather, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2025
I enjoyed the fact we could get in when ever we nededed to without visiting the front desk. The beds are rock hard but it was ok for the time we needed it for.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
It was a great experience
Fahmi
Fahmi, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 3, 2025
Good for the price
Check in was very easy and the room was clean. The only issue was that it was hotter than we would have liked and it was not possible to adjust the AC. Also- the pool is not working and that would have been to have known ahead of time. Otherwise the room was exactly as advertised.
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Great clean room for a decent price. Just outside downtown, but still quiet. Will stay again.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2025
Place was great! Clean and affordable.
Jerod
Jerod, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2025
Efficient
They don't have a typical motel office. They email your room number and door code before you arrive. It's actually pretty efficient. The room was nice, clean, walking distance to the ferry. We were very pleased with it.
John
John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2025
Basic, clean room in a tourist town
Basic, clean room. Communications were excellent.
The bed was soft (uncomfortably) and squeaked a lot! The sheets were paper thin. The walls are thin; I could hear our next door neighbors phone alerts. WIFI was not dependable.
I know Mackinaw City is a tourist town but it is not a great value to pay $200/night (in September after the summer season with all fees/taxes included) for such a basic room.
FYI the pool is closed due to storm damage. The sign gave the impression that it will not be being fixed any time soon.