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Aurora Borealis Motel

2.5 star property
Motel near Wawatam Lighthouse in St Ignace

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Aurora Borealis Motel

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Exterior
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Aurora Borealis Motel

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
635 Business Loop I-75, St Ignace, MI, 49781
  • Popular LocationStar Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace2 min drive
  • Popular LocationCastle Rock5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMackinac Bridge5 min drive
  • AirportPellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)28 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

St Ignace

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.You'll find Wawatam Lighthouse and Fort de Baude Museum within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Museum of Ojibwa Culture and Bridge View Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 2 min drive
  • Castle Rock - 5 min drive
  • Mackinac Bridge - 5 min drive
  • Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 8 min drive
  • The Jewel at the Grand Hotel - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 2 min drive
  • Clyde's Drive-In - 18 min walk
  • Driftwood Restaurant & Sports Bar - 3 min drive
  • Mackinac Grille - 10 min walk
  • Horn's Gas Light Bar - 27 min drive

About this property

Aurora Borealis Motel

Motel near Wawatam Lighthouse in St Ignace
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine are also featured at Aurora Borealis Motel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this St Ignace motel.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Aurora Borealis Motel offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This St Ignace motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and May 3.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Aurora Borealis Motel to the airport?

Aurora Borealis Motel is 1.2 mi (5-min drive) away from the Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aurora Borealis Motel?

As of Apr 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aurora Borealis Motel on May 3, 2024 start from $69.0, 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.

Does Aurora Borealis Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aurora Borealis Motel.

Does Aurora Borealis Motel offer free breakfast?

Aurora Borealis Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Aurora Borealis Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Aurora Borealis Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Aurora Borealis Motel have a pool?

Aurora Borealis Motel does not have a pool.

Does Aurora Borealis Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Aurora Borealis Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Aurora Borealis Motel to downtown St Ignace?

Aurora Borealis Motel is 0.8 mi away from St Ignace.

Aurora Borealis Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 931 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 931 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 931 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 931 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 931 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

terry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
up trip
nice clean room , good price excellent service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary Jo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Carlton

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well..., It Is A Motel! Learned My Lesson!
The staff was friendly and welcoming. The building and location is dated and in need of a little TLC. I can't say it was clean, but I can't say that it wasn't clean. I can say..., there's room for improvement.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
100%
From check in to breakfast the next morning, everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Milissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really pleasant. Great restaurant nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small room.
Room was very small. Thin walls, could hear the couple next door till 3.00am. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023