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Rainbow Motel

2.5 star property

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Outdoor spa tub
Indoor pool
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub
Courtyard
Point of interest

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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602 South Huron Avenue, Mackinaw City, MI, 49701
  • Place, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mackinaw City Dock
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Rainbow Motel

Motel with 2 hot tubs, near Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum
This motel features an indoor pool, coffee/tea in a common area, and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Rainbow Motel offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Mackinaw City motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

2 hot tubs are on site along with an indoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Rainbow Motel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lake Huron. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free ferry terminal shuttle are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the 2 hot tubs
  • Amenities include coffee/tea in a common area
  • Onsite recreation includes basketball and a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
  • 11 minutes by foot from Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum and a 2-minute drive from Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle service
Rainbow Motel offers its guests 2 hot tubs and an indoor pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Rainbow Motel also features a picnic area and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Basketball
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Rainbow Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 525 out of 812 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 812 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 812 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 812 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 812 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located for our trip. Host was nice and check-in /check-out was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed with this motel. The room was exceptionally clean. The property was also outstanding. I would recommend this motel to everyone. Another plus it is privately owned, which is a plus considering most hotel in Mackinac City are owed by one person. I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean and welcoming, althought quite small rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rainbow motel has exactly the amenities senior like myself enjoys, 1/clean basic room c/w parking right out side my door. 2/Spacious well groomed grounds for sitting and visiting other travelers. And mostly walking distance to dam near everything! 3/ Family owned and operated c/w hospitality!! 4/ definitely returning in fall of 2026 Ron and Sandra Amherstburg ontario
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Erika

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and convenient location! Room was a little outdated but great for what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Loved the stay at the Rainbow

The managers were very friendly and accommodating as we decided to add an additional day to this quaint motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHERYL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walkable very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

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

A+

Always a good choice. Always.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terese

Liked: Amenities
Room, grounds, pool all well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

Good Place to stay

This place is a little dated but is super clean. The couple that own it are very friendly. We enjoyed are stay and it was very reasonably priced.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

NORMAN

Liked: Cleanliness
It was musty, bath was old and and had no counter space. The beds were hard and lumpy. Staff was friendly and helpful. The grounds were attractive. It would be nice if they had a coffee malt in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We selected the Rainbow Motel for its high rating but after checking in, it became apparent that the rating system needs to be updated to enable a higher rating. This motel is in the style of a 1960’s roadside motel but I feel like I was the first person to stay in it. So clean and well maintained. Laura, who checked us in was a sweetheart.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vito

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice old fashion motel. Good for place to rest overnight. Room was clean and mattress nice and firm.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Grand Haven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the fourth consecutive year we've stayed here on our journey north. This is a classic old motel, very well kept and very well run.b process are reasonable in the area, and it's easily walkable to dining or shopping. The owners are very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

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

Amazing service and convenient location

The owner was incredibly helpful and saved us money! We were able to walk to the ferry and could have saved $3 on tickets if only we'd had cash! She had tons of tips for us and gave us coupons and suggestions for local eats--that's on top of the reasonable price and clean, comfortable room!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This older, neat, and tidy motel was perfect for us while we were traveling through Mackinaw. An easy walk to downtown and all the restaurants available in the city. The staff was friendly and helpful. This property is was super clean and quiet. We will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here before twice and it's still the same...highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully maintained retro property with pink doors and also green soap to match the green tile bathroom. Comfy bed and pillows. Table and chairs. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Keegan, Hobart

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute quiet motel. Dirty sock under bed. And black specs floating in indoor hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James W Waltrip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed several times
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice folks, pretty plantings, fun bridge replica in the little garden. Excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025