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Bad Axe Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Bad Axe with free parking

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Explore the area

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1595 S. Van Dyke Rd, Bad Axe, MI, 48413
  • McLaren Thumb Region
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bad Axe Fairgrounds
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Port Crescent State Park
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Bad Axe

At Bad Axe Motel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from McLaren Thumb Region and 5.7 km (3.6 mi) from Allen House Museum. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and a picnic area. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Bad Axe motel include Pioneer Log Village and Bad Axe Fairgrounds.
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What's nearby

  • McLaren Thumb Region - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Bad Axe Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Huron County Expo Center - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Port Crescent State Park - 38 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Sandy Dunes Adventure Golf - 40 min drive - 43.7 km

Getting around

  • Saginaw, MI (MBS-MBS Intl.) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • ‪Rachel's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Peppermill Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Murphy's Bakery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Bad Axe Motel

Motel in Bad Axe with free parking
As a guest of Bad Axe Motel, you'll find barbecue grills, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bad Axe motel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bad Axe Motel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Rooms open to patios. Kitchenettes offer fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Bad Axe Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge Bad Axe
Bad Axe Motel Motel
Bad Axe Motel Bad Axe
Bad Axe Motel Motel Bad Axe

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Bad Axe Motel?

Yep, Bad Axe Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Bad Axe Motel?

As of 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bad Axe Motel on 20 Aug 2025 start from NZ$195.10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Bad Axe Motel?

The closest beach to Bad Axe Motel is Rubicon Beach (33 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bad Axe Motel?

No, Bad Axe Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bad Axe Motel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bad Axe Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Bad Axe Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 143 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laudi

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Clyde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We appreciated the help Mike gave us during check in and our stay. He was very responsive to our needs. Thank you Mike! The room was good!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew, Lansing

Liked: Staff & service
Very plain but gets the job done. Room has a somewhat musty smell but seemed clean otherwise.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Phillip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The room was Sparkling clean. Beds were comfortable and made up excellently! Refrigerator, Microwave, Coffee pot (coffee, cream, sugar provided) were all in good working order and very clean. The kitchenware, plates, cups, silverware were also very clean. There is No Maid Service at this motel. Not a problem. Manager provided his number and any fresh towels, linens, soap, shampoo, dish washing liquid, coffee required were delivered on the spot. Kind of unique, but the system was run smoothly. Would stay there again. Very peaceful and quiet. No problems at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Fred

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice,clean Room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay. It was a very clean and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Leah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
For a motel my partner and I had a pretty great experience! We were impressed by the nice and clean beds, kitchenette, and bathroom. We wish the water didn't smell like city water though, and the floors were swept but it seemed like they weren't mopped very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s an older model motel. But has been updated to a degree, the rooms are tiny, not close to anything in walking distance , there’s no one at the desk you have to call the number and the manager lives a few minutes away, he’s polite but the whole experience made working out there much less exciting.. I recommend this place if your only staying one night and your desperate. I hate leaving a bad review and I understand that it’s an old school establishment but when I’d ponder sleeping in my car. That’s not good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Chan

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bradley

We were there at 8 o’clock. There was no one there to check us in and to this point my people have not been checked in. I want my money back. There is no hotel that should be closed at 8 o’clock.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy, Fenton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Out of the way place right off main road
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice local motel. Very clean and just a couple of minutes from town. Mike the proprietor was very accommodating nice and quiet. Loved the kitchenette. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

GEORGE, LOUISVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The motel was in a reasonable location relative to the town of Bad Axe. The room was clean, comfortable and remarkably well appointed for its size. It had a fridge and microwave and even a small hotplate for cooking, along with various utensils. My only real concern about the accommodation has to do with security. The door lock to the room did not seem especially substantial, and there was no security lock. I'd suggest that security locks be installed on all the doors.

6/10 Okay

Lloyd

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Branden

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

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

great stay

Very clean and updated rooms. I will recommend the Bad Axe Motel to all my family and friends.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
No problems, good little motel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Shiu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unassuming property with quaint rooms and many amenities, including microwave, kitchen-style sink in room, fridge, DishTV, and even a hot plate and toaster! A pleasant surprise for the accommodation! Manager was very friendly and attentive, even walking guests to their rooms to ensure everything is proper when checking-in. Motel location is just outside of town, with access to various restaurants, grocery stores, and entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Gregg

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel is exceptionally clean. Great location if you like the quiet country side not too far out of town. I highly recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maryann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is central if you are doing activities in various locations in the northern thumb. The rooms have recently been redone and are very nice and clean with fresh paint, new vanities, and new flooring. The beds were very comfortable. It would be nice if small bar of soap was provided and kleenex (small things, but can make a big difference when you don't pack your own :)). It was very reasonably priced and I was glad there was NOT a two night minimum stay required.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023