Is Starlite Budget Inn currently open?

The property is closed between October 21 and May 10.

Does Starlite Budget Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Starlite Budget Inn 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.

Is there a pool at Starlite Budget Inn?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Starlite Budget Inn?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 27.75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Starlite Budget Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Starlite Budget Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Starlite Budget Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Starlite Budget Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and parasailing, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a picnic area.

What's the area around Starlite Budget Inn like?

Starlite Budget Inn is in the heart of Mackinaw City, a short 9-minute walk from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and 12 minutes' walk from Lake Huron.

Starlite Budget Inn, Mackinaw City: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 15, 2025

See you soon. Thank you !

Quick check in, easy access , friendly staff quiet stay.

Audie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 9, 2025

We liked our stay!

Stephen’s room door has a hole in it, but everything else was great!!

Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 8, 2025

This is a good place to stay when somebody is trying to go for Mackinac Island. It's a place where you can stay overnight and go next day morning

Tauheed, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 13, 2025

Nice to stay

OK place. Pretty friendly.

Gerald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 2, 2025

Very good and budget friendly

Madhu, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 21, 2025

It is a dated place but many hotels in the area are. It was a good place to sleep and grab a shower. We didn’t spend much time in the room so for the price it can’t be beat!

Dr. Sarah, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Sep 14, 2025

Choose something else

This was a terrible stay from start to finish. The room reeked of a foul odor covered with men’s cologne, the soaking tub was full of sediment, and the bed was uncomfortable. On top of that, the office was closed so check-in had to be done at another hotel. Absolutely not worth any money.

Brandi, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Jul 13, 2025

The stay its self was good! They were very nice and allowed us to check in early. If you are not staying longer than two nights they need you to call for room service the room was good! Walk isn’t to bad, only thing I will say was negative was the pools, the two indoor pools are yellow and brown, the outdoor one was blue, but had a lot of stuff at the bottom and the hot tub smells like chemicals, overall the experience was decent!

2-night trip

6/10 Good

Jun 28, 2025

Traveling by motorcycle stated this place so we can catch the boat ride The pool was not an option as it was green and nasty and hadn't been cleaned in a while nor the hot tub that was in the building or pool whatever it was you can see he was nasty for the price the room was a good room to catch some sleep and in rest

brad, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Jun 29, 2025

Very inconvenient check-in process. Check in is at a different building off-site. Very old facility.

Rory, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 22, 2025

Kinda wierd with no staff on site but the desk person two hotels down did fine.

Ted, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Jun 30, 2025

Room dated musty and in disrepair

Michael, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Jun 28, 2025

Check in process is extremely inconvenient.

Scott, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Jul 6, 2025

Room was decent,bathroom tub/shower area needs improvement. A/C to small for unit

Warner, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 21, 2024

good short term stay

Brian, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Jul 4, 2025

They never serviced the room during the three days. I half expected it, given the price. Clean towels would've been nice.

MICHAEL, 4-night trip

2/10 Poor

Jun 23, 2025

Do not stay here! Found live cockroaches, dead Beatles, holes in blankets, outlet exposed with broken cover, dead bugs on the floor. One staff was nice the other refused to do anything for us.

Thomas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jan 5, 2025

It was exactly what I expected for the price cheap and convenient we stayed one night

jeff, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

May 27, 2025

Overall, for the price we made it was alright. Stayed here for two nights. Check in was good, however checking out there was no one at the desk. The sheets still had hair, water smelled like rust and there was mold on the vents in the bathroom. I give it a 3/10.

Sharon, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Jul 9, 2025

No check in on site. Had to go to a different motel to check in. Room smelled bad. Looked dirty. There was no chain lock on the door. Next door neighbors were outside smoking our door smoking weed.

Paula, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Jun 16, 2025

Very dated. Old bed. TV did not work

Roman, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Aug 6, 2025

Worst motel ever

In my MANY years of traveling, I have probably stayed at a few hundred low-cot motels. This wa the worst. Several things did not work, but the worst of all was that the carpeted floor was sopping wet in places. I have no idea how long it had been wet, or what mold was growing in that water.. Also, there was no one in the office, so check-in was done off site. On the other hand, the woman who came to help was very effective and pleasant. Kudos to her!

2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Jun 22, 2025

Grungy looking room with assorted lighting fixtures that were interesting; as well as crooked shelves holding the refrigerator and microwave. There was an interesting wardrobe that gave the room a lower qualizty vibe.

Erin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 16, 2024

It was a nice room for the price. The staff was friendly and helpful.

Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 28, 2024

I recommend this hotel.

It was a great value. The people were friendly. Comfortable and quiet rooms.

1-night trip

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