Located in a scenic area near Lake Michigan, Sunrise Beach Motel offers a warm atmosphere with free WiFi and amenities like the firepit. Unwind by the pool or connect with nature at the nearby reserve.
Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Mackinaw City Dock - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 21 min drive
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Keyhole Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
Dixie Saloon - 3 min drive
Wienerlicious - 3 min drive
Darrow's Family Restaurant - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
About this property
Sunrise Beach Motel
When you stay at Sunrise Beach Motel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lake Huron and Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, Lake Michigan and Headlands International Dark Sky Park are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Fence around the pool
What to do
On a private beach
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Access to nearby indoor pool
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Picnic area
Seasonal outdoor pool
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Firepit
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator (on request)
More
LED light bulbs
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between November 1 and May 1.
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from June 01 to September 30
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Also known as
Sunrise Beach Mackinaw City
Sunrise Beach Motel
Sunrise Beach Motel Mackinaw City
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Sunrise Beach Motel Mackinaw City
Sunrise Beach Motel Motel Mackinaw City
Frequently asked questions
Is Sunrise Beach Motel currently open?
The property is closed between November 1 and May 1.
Does Sunrise Beach Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sunrise Beach 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.
Is there a pool at Sunrise Beach Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Sunrise Beach Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sunrise Beach Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sunrise Beach Motel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Sunrise Beach Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (17-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Sunrise Beach Motel and nearby?
Sunrise Beach Motel has a private beach and a seasonal outdoor pool, as well as a picnic area and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
What's the area around Sunrise Beach Motel like?
Sunrise Beach Motel is a short 1-minute walk from Lake Huron and 14 minutes' walk from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.
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Sunrise Beach Motel Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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6.6/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
5.4/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
Love Sunrise Beach Motel!
My husband and I enjoyed our stay at Sunrise. Loved our view from the balcony it was just beautiful to have the window open at night and morning. Room and bathroom were nice and clean. Staff was nice as well. I will consider Sunrise Beach Motel in the future and will highly recommended to family and friends if they ever visit Mackinac Island.
Marlem
Marlem, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 24, 2025
Nice view
Like the upgraded room but looks like they weren't done. Excellent room to view the fireworks as well.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 5, 2025
Needs repair
We stayed in the little single ground level motel part. So the two level hotel rooms on the beach might be nicer. In our room, the internet didn’t work. The bed sheets were clean and was comfortable. However, the room had a musty smell. The bathroom was in need of repairs and had mildew in the shower and a very loose toilet seat.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 19, 2025
Not Worth the Price
Not worth the price. Several little things could have been done to improve the place such as replacing the old mismatched plastic balcony chairs, sweeping the balcony, cleaning the glass doors. There was no hair dryer, iron, instructions for the WiFi and the unusual shower set up. We've stayed at many better rooms for half the price. The view was very nice and the pictures are just nice enough to make it appear better than it is.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 11, 2025
Disappointed in Mackinac City
Disappointed in the room we had. They had new wall covering and floor but the room was in poor repair. The bathroom window was broken and covered with duct tape to keep the glass in place. The patio was dirty and couldn’t be used due trash on floor. The sliding door handle was broken and the screen was torn. Mold in the AC unit. The outside was dark, with two lights in the parking lot being out and the solar lights on the wooden stairs were very dim causing me to miss a step and fall.
Rita
Rita, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Cute remodled rooms with water view
The room we stayed in was recently remodled. Very cute. Beds were really nice. Considerably comfortable for a hotel bed. Sheets were crisp and clean. The manager check on us every time he saw us to see how everything was going. The girls at the desk were very friendly and helpful. Will definetly stay again.
Verified traveler
5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 29, 2025
Need to work hard at cleaning up goose poop around property, pool needs to be cleaned .
barb
barb, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 21, 2025
no limpian
no limpian los cuartos en tu estancia! ni siquiera t dejan toallas limpias, ni sacan basura!, la playa huele mal y no hay sillas para sentarse en la playa, el cuarto demasiado pequeño y sin lugar o closet para poner la ropa, lo unico q me gusto fue la vista desde mi cuarto
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Upon checking in the suggestion was made to upgrade which I chose to do. I am so happy I did. Got a freshly renovated room overlooking the water. The bed was so comfortable and the view of the bridge was phenomenal. If I ever went back to Mackinaw City. I would definitely stay here again.
Debra
Debra, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 16, 2025
Beautiful view
View was amazing. We had a waterfront room and the view was beautiful. Our first room had a toilet that was not working and the staff was able to quickly move us to another room.
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 21, 2025
Sewage back up in first room and then the second room they moved us too stunk like sewage bad all night will never stay again
Brock
Brock, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 31, 2025
Construction work on road make it hard to get in and out.
Russell
Russell, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 15, 2025
We arrived and checked in to be notified we’d gotten an upgrade which was very pleasant, but added an extra hour to be able to check into our room from it getting cleaned as we arrived. There were minor safety concerns around the property such as electrical equipment just hanging on the wall… pool area towels were absolutely covered in bugs, even for what was protected by just a towel for partial coverage. We loved that fire pits were an option right outside the room!
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 22, 2025
Room was clean and newly remodeled. However, the sliding glass door handle was broken and the heavy drapes had holes in them you could see when they were closed at night. Everyone was friendly, but no amenities. No hair dryer, no iron etc…
Holly
Holly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
Great place to stay on the beach.
sheri
sheri, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 16, 2025
Dirty floors, shower, toilet. Dusty. Bent screen door off and leaning against outside wall. Front door did not close all of the way, leaving about an inch gap allowing light, cold air and mosquitoes in. Filled the gaps with hand towels and washcloths. Coffee, but no pot.
Minnie
Minnie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 27, 2025
Everything fine, unless the internet.
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 24, 2025
We stayed here last time in the lake side rooms. It was dated but fine. Good for the value. We returned but took a court side room. They were awful. Dead spiders on the wall, lights didn't work in the room, no heat, poor plumbing. It's 30 years past an update.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Great stay especially for the price. Location is perfect for exploring the area and the view of the bridge and sunrise are great
Tyler
Tyler, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2024
Very pleased with the stay
Carmel
Carmel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2024
Lovely hotel
Would stay again
Christina
Christina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
Nice place
Was very nice rooms have been updated everything was great
James
James, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 31, 2025
Needs work
The first room we were given had no water to the toilet. We were moved to another which had a broken screen door so we could not open it. The main door didn't close tightly so the room filled up with insects (fortunately not mosquitos) Broken siding was hanging in a tree outside our room. The front desk staff was very pleasant and tried to help, but this facility is undergoing remodeling and has a ways to go.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2024
Great stay! Monique at the front desk was very friendly!