Bayside Inn is a charming destination near Lake Michigan, where you can unwind with rooftop views and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Take advantage of convenient amenities like free self parking, outdoor furniture, and a vending machine. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.
Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Fort de Baude Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Straits State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 30 min drive
Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 35 min drive
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 4.2 miles/6.8 km
Free casino shuttle
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Kewadin Shores Hotel and Casino - 8 min drive
Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - 3 min drive
Burger King - 3 min drive
BC Pizza - 6 min walk
About this property
Bayside Inn
Featuring a rooftop terrace, Bayside Inn puts you within a 10-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.
At a glance
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Hotel size
34 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Offsite
Free casino shuttle
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Rooftop terrace
Picnic area
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
3 on-site accessible parking spaces
Front entrance ramp
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 31 and May 5.
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Also known as
Northern Lakes Inn St Ignace
Northern Lakes Inn
Northern Lakes St Ignace
Thunderbird Motor Inn St Ignace
Thunderbird Motor St Ignace
Bayside Inn Motel
Thunderbird Motor Inn
Bayside Inn St Ignace
Bayside Inn Motel St Ignace
Frequently asked questions
Is Bayside Inn currently open?
The property is closed between October 31 and May 5.
Does Bayside Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bayside Inn 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 Bayside Inn ?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Bayside Inn ?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bayside Inn ?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Bayside Inn ?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (7-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Bayside Inn and nearby?
Bayside Inn has a picnic area.
What's the area around Bayside Inn like?
Bayside Inn is a short 17-minute walk from Lake Huron and 14 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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Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
7.4
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2025
A great place to stay!
Great location, friendly staff, comfortable room and close to the ferry and food and drink.
Sherri
Sherri, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 2, 2025
Great location.
Bhaskar
Bhaskar, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Great location, nice room
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2025
Nice location.
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2025
Easy nice quiet place
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
Great place .. will stay again
Great location .. 1/2 mile walk to the boats or take shuttle , good food near by , good hot water in the shower BUT takes about 3 min of running before it gets there (at least to our room) so turn it a few min before getting in ..
William
William, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2025
Nice places nearby to eat and drink.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2025
Very nice area and clean reasonable rooms.
No vineyard or views, it's a place that sells wine.
Room was clean and smelled clean, staff was friendly and helpful. There are some cute shops nearby and the water and dock across the street were handy. Very nice area as well.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2024
Good location, clean rooms, nice staff we enjoyed our stay.
Kyle
Kyle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Very nice front desk staff. Beds a little hard but the amazing water pressure in the shower felt good the next morning.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 9, 2025
Clean, nice staff
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2023
Great location and staff was excellent!
Darrell
Darrell, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2024
Nice place to stay!
Nothing fancy, but has everything you need!,reasonably priced, and a great location!
Robin
Robin, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 11, 2025
No hanging closets or for towels?!? Clean spaces and friendly staff. Parking included.
Kurt
Kurt, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Our room was clean, quiet, and my bed was comfortable. Staff were very friendly, and I was grateful they allowed us to check in a couple hours early.
Honor
Honor, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 1, 2024
Close to many shops and restaurants.
Zakary
Zakary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
The staff was nice and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable but there was a dampness that could have been better taken care of. We like that the Bayside is in town so we can walk to shop and eat.
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2024
Very friendly staff, close to everything.
Beth
Beth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Great customer Service and Location!
Great location right across form the marina and walking distance to lots of shops, restaurants and the ferry to Mac Island. We arrived super late after sailing across the lake and the staff made sure we could still check in even though their office was closed.
Dustin
Dustin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
Cute little property. Very clean & a solid place to lay our heads for the night. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Kristi
Kristi, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 3, 2024
Wonderful staff at front desk.
Glynn
Glynn, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 2, 2025
Older property that needs some room updates. Clean and comfortable but seems to rely on the tourist location.
Kenneth R
Kenneth R, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Nice and friendly place to stay with a decent service
steven
steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2024
Located within easy walking distance to restaurants and ferry.