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3.0/5
Based on 952 guest reviews
- Includes an indoor pool
- Comp. Breakfast
- 48 rooms in hotel
- 2 floors in property
- 2 suites in property
- Check-in time: 4:00pm
- Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
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Local Attractions
This award winning property offers an indoor pool, for your relaxing pleasure! Located in the heart of Mackinaw City, within walking distance to downtown. Free shuttle service to the ferry lines and discount tickets for the ferry lines as well.
Map & Landmarks: Thunderbird Inn
Verified Reviews of Thunderbird Inn
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Great Accommodations!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great Accommodations!
Pamela B. (Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from 
22-Sep-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 20 to Sat Sep 23 2023 at a $72.96 average nightly rate. 
Property Description
Featuring 100% nonsmoking hotel in Mackinaw City, the Thunderbird Inn has everything you could want from a hotel and more. A sparkling indoor pool that is open until 11:00pm for your comfort and enjoyment. Immaculate rooms, Refrigerators, complimentary WIFI access and a hot breakfast are just a few of the wonderful amenities we offer here in Michigan's Crown Jewel. Come see for yourself!
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00pm |
| Check Out: | 11:00am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2001 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 48 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 48 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 0 |
| Suites: | 2 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 1 View Spaces |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.5 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 1.0 Mi |
Policies / Expenses
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Total Taxes: | 11.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 6.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 3.00% |
| City Tax: | 2.00% |
| Cleaning Fee: | 500.00 Per Stay (smoking in the room) |
| Additional Room Fees: | 25.00 Per Stay (pet fee) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary breakfast
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Electronic key card
- Fax available
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Laundry facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- Travellers cheques accepted
Airport & Shuttle Information
15 Miles from PLN
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.We do except pets with one stay fee of $25 unless there is damage to the room then it is additional $100 fee.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Mackinaw Pastie & Cookie Co. - Start your day with freshly baked pasties and cookies. Located 0.2 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
- Lunch: Keyhole Bar & Grill - Savor tasty burgers and sandwiches in a cozy setting. Located 0.3 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
- Dinner: Dixie Saloon - Enjoy delicious American cuisine in a lively atmosphere. Located 0.5 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
- Activity: Mackinaw Bridge Museum - Explore the history of the Mackinac Bridge through exhibits and interactive displays. Located 0.4 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
- Breakfast: Anna's Country Buffet - Start your day with a hearty breakfast buffet featuring a variety of dishes. Located 0.6 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
- Lunch: The Pink Pony - Delight in delicious sandwiches and salads at this waterfront restaurant. Located 0.8 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
- Dinner: The Lighthouse Restaurant - Indulge in seafood specialties while enjoying stunning views of Lake Huron. Located 1.2 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
- Activity: Mackinaw City Trolley Tour - Hop on a trolley and explore the scenic beauty and historic sites of Mackinaw City. Located 0.2 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
- Breakfast: Pancake Chef - Start your day with fluffy pancakes and other breakfast favorites. Located 0.3 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
- Lunch: Audie's Restaurant - Taste delicious homemade soups, sandwiches, and desserts at this local favorite. Located 0.5 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
- Dinner: The Depot - Enjoy a fine dining experience with a diverse menu of gourmet dishes. Located 0.7 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
- Activity: Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - Visit this historic lighthouse and learn about its role in maritime history. Located 1.1 miles from Thunderbird Inn.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Thunderbird Inn
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Thunderbird Inn.
Feel free to use the Thunderbird Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Mackinaw City event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Breakfast room | 100 x 10 x 10 | 1000 | 50/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Breakfast roomThis is a beautiful all tile floor breakfast room, surrounded by sliding glass doors for lots of natural light to shine in. Room Type: Restaurant / Lounge Total Size: 1000 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 100 x 10 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 10 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
Half Day Rental: $25.00 USD Full Day Rental: $75.00 USD Evening Rental: $25.00 USD 24 Hr. Hold Rental: $25.00 USD no charge for registered groups at our hotel to use the meeting space.  | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about Thunderbird Inn
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Thunderbird Inn have?
There are 48 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Thunderbird Inn?
Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.
Can I get a AAA rate at Thunderbird Inn?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Thunderbird Inn?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a pool at Thunderbird Inn?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..
Testimonials:
"I really enjoyed utilizing this service because it did all of the work for me. It provided several great options for our group which gave us an affordable rate with great ammenities. Luccio Pelloso is a wonderful sales manager and did everything he could to accomodate us. Thanks for everything." K.S. - Chicago, IL
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