Aurora Borealis Motel

Motel with restaurant, near Wawatam Lighthouse

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Close to the shores of Lake Michigan, Aurora Borealis Motel offers a convenient retreat with free in-room WiFi and parking. Enjoy delicious meals at the restaurant or grab a snack from the vending machine. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Very good

Popular amenities

Free breakfast
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant
Free area shuttle
Free casino shuttle
Coffee shop/cafe
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Vending machine
Limited hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

Television
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Free self parking
Free area shuttle
Free toiletries

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Tomorrow

Oct 30 - Oct 31

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Heating

TV

Separate bedroom

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Shower/tub combination

27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Heating

TV

Separate bedroom

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

27 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Shower/tub combination

27 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Heating

TV

Separate bedroom

2 bathrooms

Hair dryer

Shower/tub combination

1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Pool
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking

$104 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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About the neighborhood

635 Business Loop I-75, St Ignace, MI, 49781

What's nearby

Bridge View Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
Mackinac Bridge - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace - 6 min drive - 9.8 km
Fort Mackinac - 41 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional) - 28 min drive
Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 35 min drive
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD) - 4 miles/6.4 km
Free area shuttle
Free casino shuttle

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬18 min walk
‪Homemade Pasties / Zodiac Party Store - ‬2 min drive
‪The Wild Blueberry - ‬1 min walk
‪Driftwood Restaurant & Sportsbar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Aurora Borealis Motel

At Aurora Borealis Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Also, Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and Headlands International Dark Sky Park are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 56 rooms

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
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
- Front desk staffed during limited hours

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 uncovered onsite self parking

Offsite

- Free area shuttle
- Free casino shuttle

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

Free local shuttle

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance

Room amenities

Be entertained

Television
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Balcony or patio

Freshen up

Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls

More

Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

Wild Blueberry - Onsite restaurant.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and May 3.

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aurora Borealis Motel currently open?

The property is closed between October 29 and May 3.

Does Aurora Borealis Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Aurora Borealis 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 Aurora Borealis Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Aurora Borealis Motel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Aurora Borealis Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Kewadin Casino - St. Ignace (8-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Aurora Borealis Motel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Wawatam Lighthouse (12-min walk) and Fort de Baude Museum (1 mi), along with Museum of Ojibwa Culture (1.3 mi) and Bridge View Park (1.7 mi).