North Winds Motel
5.3
(86 Ratings)
"The beach was very close and wonderful for when my toddler got up early. I could sit out there and drink my coffee and he had a blast in the sand. The AC blew ice cold, beds were comfortable and clean..."
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Just a half-mile from the Mackinac Island Ferry, this motel is near Interstate 75 in Mackinaw City. It features an indoor and outdoor pool as well as a daily continental breakfast.
Shuttle available
Free shuttle available
Golf course (within 2 mi)
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Heating
WiFi/Internet
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Private beach access
Beach access
Beach front
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Housekeeping available
Cleaning products
7 / 10Good·Jul 2026
Location
No chairs near the beach
7 / 10Good·Jul 2026
The view of the Mackinaw Bridge, along with the beach and excellent sunsets were our favorites.
We had to switch to a different room because of low water pressure, the staff was excellent in providing us a new room. I recommend Room 10, spacious, comfortable and a better room all together. But, the shower doesn’t drain well. Bonus, better water pressure at certain times and bed comforts.
8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2025
Lake
Sweet little place to stay.
5 / 10·Jul 2026
This was a last second trip to celebrate the 4th up north. The location on the beach with view of the bridge was great and seeing several different cities' fireworks from the beach was fabulous. It had aspects of a nostalgic roadside motel that I remembered as a kid and was glad to share that with my family. We liked the little beach and nice sidewalk for our son to ride his little bike. The beds weren't too bad. One of the rooms had a toilet that wouldn't fill with water and the maintenance guy (very nice) did come late and fixed it.
Overall if the rooms got a good deep cleaning and some updates to the carpet and bathroom it would be a gem. It doesn't need to be fancy but should be clean. There was a noticeable musty smell in both rooms we rented. One of the rooms didn't seem prepped all the way as the toilet seat was removed and the lamp was on the floor. The staff wasn't unfriendly but didn't seem overly excited to help either. For example, we arrived about 2:30 for a 4pm check in. I didn't necessarily expect to get in but decided to check with the office. They said the rooms weren't ready but to come back in about 45 mins, which was good with me. We went to our motel (one office for 4 different locations) and decided to stretch our legs on the beach while we waited. There was 1 other car in the parking lot and we never saw another person on the property in the 45 mins we waited. I thought that was odd given I was told they were still working on the rooms. I went back to the office and they were magically now ready. That wasn't the end of the world for me, but definitely didn't start things out on the best of terms.
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5.3
(86 Ratings)
"The beach was very close and wonderful for when my toddler got up early. I could sit out there and drink my coffee and he had a blast in the sand. The AC blew ice cold, beds were comfortable and clean..."
Verified guestDon't miss out! Price and availability may change
FAQs
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this motel has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this motel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at North Winds Motel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at North Winds Motel. Enjoy the water!
Is North Winds Motel pet friendly?
Yes! This motel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at North Winds Motel?
We found 19 amenities for this rental. This includes shuttle available, free shuttle available, golf course (within 2 mi), free wifi/internet, and free parking.
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