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Northwinds Motel

2.5 star property
Relax in comfort after a day exploring Straits State Park. Refresh at the nearby pools or unwind in your cozy room.

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Located near Straits State Park, Northwinds Motel offers a cozy retreat with outdoor pool access nearby and indoor pool privileges. Enjoy the comforts of home with 32-inch TVs, bathrooms featuring showers, and daily housekeeping.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
The current price is P4,134
P4,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13

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1 Queen Lakefront with Private Deck

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a chair.

2 Queen Lakefront with Private Deck

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Mackinaw City, Northwinds Motel is in the historical district and on the waterfront. Mackinac Bridge and Mission Church are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Straits State Park and Wilderness State Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Deer Ranch. Visit our Mackinaw City travel guide
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11472 W US 23, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701

What's nearby

  • A snowy landscape with leafless trees and a bridge in the background.
    Mackinaw Crossings
    2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Edgewater Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Edgewater Beach
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion
    3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Animal Tracks Adventure Golf
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Keyhole Bar & Grill
    3 min drive
  • Dixie Saloon
    3 min drive
  • Clyde's Place
    10 min drive
  • Audie's Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • Wienerlicious
    2 min drive

About this property

Northwinds Motel

  • Motel near Mackinac Bridge
  • Located close to Straits State Park, Northwinds Motel has plenty to offer.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Outdoor pool access nearby
    • Free self parking
    • Access to a nearby indoor pool, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers
    • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
    • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [11416 US Highway 23, Mackinaw City, MI 49701]
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does Northwinds Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

How much does it cost to stay at Northwinds Motel?

As of Jul 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northwinds Motel on Jul 12, 2026 start from P4,134, excluding 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 Northwinds Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Northwinds Motel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Northwinds Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Northwinds Motel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this motel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Straits State Park, Wilderness State Park, and Mackinac Bridge. Deer Ranch and Mystery Spot are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Northwinds Motel Reviews

5.8

6.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

6.8

Staff & service

5.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 458 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 458 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 458 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 458 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 111 out of 458 reviews

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am a former Boy Scout mom, so not much phases me, but this place? What a dump. The pictures have either been doctored or are very old. The carpet and linoleum looked to be original, beer caps on the top of the faucet, and the screen on the patio door was bent and would not properly open and close. They clearly took the time to put new siding on the outside, but that is no different that putting lipstick on a pig. The positive(s) include the location - down far enough from crowds, and the sunrise was spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful spot!

Wonderful little motel right on the beach. Great fire pit and beach. Shower was very nice with strong pressure and plenty hot. Bed was very comfortable. Excellent accommodations for the price. We'll stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet location with a nice view of the water and the bridge. Nice accomodation at a very reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again

We really enjoyed our stay, the young lady at the desk was super nice and actually straightened out our check in that never went through.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jason

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Simple older but clean motel. Great place to rest your head
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kari

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no hot water, the water pressure was non existent. The mini fridge took forever to get cold. However the bed was comfortable and the staff was very nice. Would stay again if only for a short stay. Location was also very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in. Multiple little cabin, lake front properties. Small, cozy rooms. Super comfy beds! Great views and great location to Mackinaw City and the bridge.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kelsey

Liked: Staff & service
You get what you get for the price. $70 a night is a great price. Beds are comfy.... some of other issues people listed we did not encounter. Water was fine, ac was good, tv worked. Sure it could use renovations but then the price would go up. Decent for the price, maybe im just a simple person.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy Gravel parking lot
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very upbeat and happy staff very helpful. Lots of fresh towels. Room was very clean. Had a wonderful view of the lake. Would come back again :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tayler

Liked: Staff & service
Overall it was a good time. Wish they would update the rooms and maybe make the beach more accommodating. Add more chairs. The staff were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very quiet and peaceful. It was perfect for me to sit outside, read a book, and listen to the waves hit the shore. Motel is a little dated but quaint. Needs a little updating but it was clean. New refrigerator, ac and microwave.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tessa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The cutest little room. Nothing super fancy but got the job done. BUT OUR FAVORITE THING. Is the Lake is only 100 feet from our door, you could walk forever up and down the beach. Staff was very friendly and helpful! Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Hank

We had a problem with the condition of our room and when I brought it to their attention we were promptly offered another room at one of their other properties. Excellent customer service!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem on Lake Huron

The building is unassuming—don’t let that fool you. The room was immaculate, the bed comfortable, and the shower hot. Walk out your door right onto the beach of Lake Huron, with a view of the bridge and Mackinac Island. The Crown Jewels, however, are Tracy and Monique in the office. They went above and beyond to help us. From straightening out our reservation to helping arrange activities to offering discount tickets. They were FABULOUS!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

A little rough but super clean!

The carpet was ripped & the room was a little shabby but it was super clean. My husband took his ultraviolet light to it & found very little to worry about. The house keeper was super nice. It is old & has not been updated probably ever but $59 a night on the beach, can't beat the price. It was pretty sound proof, we never heard our neighbors. If you don't need luxury it's a great place! We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
When you first pull in you, you feel like you’re in the ghetto. You have to go down to another property to check in. The motel rooms are very outdated. But they were clean and the bed was comfortable. Old-fashioned window air conditioning. There’s a beach and you can swim in Lake Huron. But the pool and hot tub were not at this property. Pictures are deceiving.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jason

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Monique was the best! We got moved to bells melody, instead of northwinds. The pluses are the staff is friendly. The room smelled clean, and the beds were nice. The property needs maintenance badly. Basic things like a broom to the outside, and paint on the heater vents. The windows and door jams need cleaning and the smooched bugs on the walls need to be cleaned up. There are some electrical issues that should be addressed. We had room 23, so it’s right on the beach, but the deck is in disarray, and the spiders are awful. We will never stay there again, but hopefully they put a little bit of work into it. It has potential to be a nice establishment.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jody

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom was in very poor condition. Surround shower tiles around the tub was separating from the wall. No curtain in the bathroom for privacy. I had to put up a beach towel for privacy. Other than that, it was clean and everything did work. No coffee maker. For what we paid for it work for us. Good location. Beach was nice but had a lot of geese droppings. Some children did get the swimmers itch due to the geese droppings. So beware.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

This was an adventure

I don’t like to complain. I hope this is taken as constructive criticism. It was a great location. Unfortunately I didn’t stay at Northwinds. When I arrived, I had to check in at a nearby motel (Sunrise). Then, I was given another room at another motel (Bells). When I arrived, the inside appeared clean. Bathroom was very clean. However, there were spiders. They don’t bother me too much but if my wife would have been with me, she would have slept in the car. The outside deck had a plastic table. No chairs. I borrowed one from next door. On the table was a half used bottle of charcoal lighter fluid. Paint was chipping off the deck, there were cobwebs and other debris all over the outside part of the cabin, and the previous tenants left pistachio shells all over the deck (look at pic). I’m not positive, but I think there was a homeless guy sleeping on the beach. A little paint, a broom, some dusting would fix all these issues. Would I stay here again? I think so. But I would bring cleaning supplies and camp chairs with me.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ginny

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here recently and had a mixed experience. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the location is excellent. However, the property is older and could use quite a bit of maintenance and upkeep. While my room was clean for the most part, it felt run down. The floor had a soft spot that made me a little nervous, and the bed sagged due to a lack of support, making it uncomfortable to sleep. I also felt the room was overpriced considering its condition. There isn't an ice machine on-site, so you have to drive to a nearby property if you need ice, which was inconvenient. The beach area was much smaller than expected and was overgrown with weeds. Overall, this property has a lot of potential because of its great location and friendly staff. With some repairs, updates, and better maintenance, it could be a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been using the same owners for 21 years and it is a wonderful location and view of the bridge and the Grand hotel on the island
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was right on the ocean!! It was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M Kay

Great beach and place to watch the fireworks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Nice hotel with a great view. Definitely recommend the balcony room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022