马琪那堡

Although ‘soap’ was included in the bathroom, no shower soap, nor shampoo, was available….handsoap only. This unit is probably OK for a single traveler, but not for couples. Cheap furnishings and poor craftsmanship of finish work…trim, flooring, paint, etc. No air conditioning…just a small ceiling fan, with the pull-chain out of reach to adjust the speed. Regular size bed was mattress only, no box springs. Price was unreasonable for this property. Not impressed and will not return.

Older but nicely remodeled motel, with lovely grounds. Bed was comfortable, bathroom was very small but clean and functional (seemed like they saved money by not remodeling that). Several firepits with comfy chairs (and firewood to build your own fire). Convenient location close to the ferries to Mackinaw Island (and shuttles available if you don't want to pay to park your car). Only downside is the free breakfast, which was quite basic. No oatmeal (instant or made), two kinds of sugar cereal (no non-sugar varieties), whole milk only (no low fat or skim), .... There's a nice cafe across the road that has many good choices, but obviously not free.

Everything was amazing