Located near Lake Huron, Wayside Motel offers a peaceful retreat with in-room WiFi. Enjoy express check-out and on-site parking while exploring the area's natural beauty.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (4)
Daily housekeeping
Air conditioning
Vending machine
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Cable TV service
Free self parking
Room options
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
300 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 5 min walk
Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce - 7 min walk
Museum of Ojibwa Culture - 8 min walk
Castle Rock - 4 min drive
Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 6 min drive
Getting around
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 21 min drive
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 32 min drive
Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Zodiac Party Store - 5 min drive
Great Turtle Brewery
Clyde's Drive-In - 5 min drive
The Wild Blueberry - 4 min drive
About this property
Wayside Motel
When you stay at Wayside Motel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between November 1 and April 15.
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Wayside Motel St Ignace
Wayside St Ignace
Wayside Motel Motel
Wayside Motel St Ignace
Wayside Motel Motel St Ignace
Frequently asked questions
Is Wayside Motel currently open?
The property is closed between November 1 and April 15.
Does Wayside Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Wayside 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.
Are pets allowed at Wayside Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Wayside Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wayside Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Wayside Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (6-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Wayside Motel like?
Wayside Motel is a short 7-minute walk from Lake Huron and 5 minutes' walk from Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace. Travelers give top marks for the motel's prime location.
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Wayside Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
Very nice clean comfortable place to stay.
Janice
Janice, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Location was perfect. Room cost fit our budget but was still very nice.
Lorri Jean
Lorri Jean, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
The Wayside Motel is always clean and quiet.
Marissa
Marissa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2024
It was a great location. Close to the ferry.
And clean hotel.
Jenny
Jenny, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 28, 2024
Owner was so helpful and friendly. Made our short stay very nice.
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2024
This was our 3rd stay Always clean and staff very friendly
Tricia
Tricia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2024
Nice property with owner pride showing. Comfy and perfect for a restful night with great shower.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Nice quaint motel walkable to downtown st ignace and the marina. Great customer service.
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
The room was very clean and it was very quiet and safe feeling. The staff was very friendly and everything we need was close by.
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
Excellent place
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 1, 2024
Basic, older motel but somewhat updated. Clean, comfortable, friendly owner, convenient location to ferry and restaurants.
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2024
Excellent
We spent two nights here. It was a wonderful stay. Walking distance to the Ferry to Mackinac Island. Our room was very clean, comfortable beds, clean bathroom and nice hot shower. Highly recommend and would stay again if we get back up there again.
Debra
Debra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
It was very clean, quiet, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Also it was very easily accessible to the ferries and restaurants, either by veicke or walking.
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Excellent
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2024
Friendly staff.
Keith
Keith, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2024
Exceptional!
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2024
Nice option in St Ignace.
Very nice Motel very close to the Mackinac Ferries. You could walk from the Motel to the Ferries without too much trouble. Room was clean and check on was easy and friendly.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Comfortable rooms
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2024
Great place
Very nice hotel at a great rate. Check in was a breeze and desk very helpful, Room was clean and comfortable. Highly recommend
Gregg
Gregg, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
We had such a great visit and will be coming back. Having never been to St Ignace, we read reviews of this motel and went for it.
We had a friendly, informative check in, a super clean room and were pleasantly surprised with the chairs that let us relax after a long day of driving on the main road. The property was kept up and I wish we lived closer to return on a regular basis. Thank you, we had a wonderful stay!
Alana
Alana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
Rwcommend
This place was a gem. It was very clean and quiet. Location was perfect and check in was a breeze. Staff was friendly and helpful. I would absolutely return again.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2023
Nice St. Ignace Motel
A nice clean and comfortable place to stay and close to attractions..
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
Rooms are not cramped. There is a coffee pot, microwave and fridge. Right off the main street through town. A small hotel that isn't crammed full of people.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
This is an old-school motel that we always stay at when in St. Ignace. Don't let the outside looks fool you. Even though it looks outdated, the rooms are very spacious, clean, and comfortable.
Kerry
Kerry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2024
Hidden gem
This place was a gem. The motel was very clean and the staff were friendly. I woild recommend this place to anyone in the area. Great price and great place.