Sunset Motel at Armand's Gardens
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About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Additional features at this motel include a picnic area and a vending machine. Guests can catch a ride to n...
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Additional features at this motel include a picnic area and a vending machine. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the complimentary area shuttle.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At Sunset Motel at Armand's Gardens , enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Sunset Motel at Armand's Gardens in St Ignace, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Totem Village. This motel is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from The Jewel at the Grand Hotel and 1 mi (1.6 km) from St. Ignace Golf and Country Club.
What's nearby
Totem Village(0.9 Miles)
St. Ignace Golf and Country Club(1 Miles)
Father Marquette National Memorial(1.2 Miles)
Lake Michigan(1.4 Miles)
Bridge View Park(1.7 Miles)
Lake Huron(2.3 Miles)
Murdick's Fudge - St. Ignace(2.4 Miles)
Huron Village(2.4 Miles)
Fort de Baude Museum(2.4 Miles)
Wawatam Lighthouse(2.4 Miles)
Museum of Ojibwa Culture(2.5 Miles)
Marquette Mission Park(2.5 Miles)
Saint Ignace Chamber of Commerce(2.6 Miles)
Straits State Park(2.6 Miles)
Star Line Mackinac Island Main Dock - St. Ignace(2.6 Miles)
Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)(7.3 Miles)
Pellston, MI (PLN-Pellston Regional)(22.6 Miles)
Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)(37.5 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Location
W786 US Hwy 2 W, St Ignace, Michigan, United States of America
Totem Village (0.9 Miles)
St. Ignace Golf and Country Club (1 Miles)
Father Marquette National Memorial (1.2 Miles)
Lake Michigan (1.4 Miles)
Bridge View Park (1.7 Miles)
Lake Huron (2.3 Miles)
Room options
3
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Microwave
8
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Microwave
5
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Microwave
Guest reviews of Sunset Motel at Armand's Gardens
9.4
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At Sunset Motel at Armand's Gardens, travelers consistently praise spotless rooms, genuine owner-run hospitality, and the beautifully maintained flower-filled grounds, while noting the classic roadside-motel tradeoffs of smaller rooms and bathrooms, limited amenities, and occasional firmness of beds.
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At Sunset Motel at Armand's Gardens, travelers consistently praise spotless rooms, genuine owner-run hospitality, and the beautifully maintained flower-filled grounds, while noting the classic roadside-motel tradeoffs of smaller rooms and bathrooms, limited amenities, and occasional firmness of beds.
Rooms feel cozy with knotty-pine style and sensible updates like modern lighting, power outlets, and drive-up convenience. The location is a short drive to downtown St. Ignace and ferry docks, but being right on Highway 2 brings some road noise, especially in the front rooms. Amenities are basic and there is no on-site breakfast; several guests used the adjacent restaurant instead. Expect a warm, well-kept, no-frills stay.
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Facilities
Simple, no-frills property with drive-up parking and exceptionally well-kept flower gardens and seating outside rooms. No on-site breakfast; several guests used the restaurant/bar next door.
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Donna Beyer
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is not a 5 star hotel. It is a small motel but it was immaculately clean and well maintained. The room was big enough but on the smaller side, and had a TV, fridge, coffee maker etc. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was not cramped. The staff was very friendly and check out was quick and easy. The only complaint is that parking was a little tight. We would definitely stay here again.
This is not a 5 star hotel. It is a small motel but it was immaculately clean and well maintained. The room was big enough but on the smaller side, and had a TV, fridge, coffee maker etc. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was not cramped. The staff was very friendly and check out was quick and easy. The only complaint is that parking was a little tight. We would definitely stay here again.
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Kenneth
8 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Classic Up North motel with specular grounds, clean and well appointed rooms with good food next door! What’s not to like!
Classic Up North motel with specular grounds, clean and well appointed rooms with good food next door! What’s not to like!
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Amber
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cute place. Very clean, good service and pretty quiet other than the passing cars on the highway but not much to be done about that. There is a restaruant/ bar right next door with good service as well.
Cute place. Very clean, good service and pretty quiet other than the passing cars on the highway but not much to be done about that. There is a restaruant/ bar right next door with good service as well.
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lori
27 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful flower gardens on motel property, room very clean. Motel owner was very helpful and accommodating. Recommend the restaurant next door (Johnny’s) for a hearty breakfast. I would highly recommend the Sunset Motel.
Beautiful flower gardens on motel property, room very clean. Motel owner was very helpful and accommodating. Recommend the restaurant next door (Johnny’s) for a hearty breakfast. I would highly recommend the Sunset Motel.
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Linda
28 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Well appointed drive up motel. No frills but that was what we were looking for. No breakfast service. Grounds are pretty.
Well appointed drive up motel. No frills but that was what we were looking for. No breakfast service. Grounds are pretty.
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Shirley
20 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. An old motel that has been completely updated. So comfortable. So homey. The gardens around the property were absolutely lovely. Multiple plugs on both sides of a king bed to accommodate multiple devices. And, very, very clean. Such care is taken to make this a comfortable stay. My one suggestion would be to put a tabletop ironing board and iron in the room.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. An old motel that has been completely updated. So comfortable. So homey. The gardens around the property were absolutely lovely. Multiple plugs on both sides of a king bed to accommodate multiple devices. And, very, very clean. Such care is taken to make this a comfortable stay. My one suggestion would be to put a tabletop ironing board and iron in the room.
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Diego
28 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The flowers on-site were stunning! Rooms old but clean! Photos showed pool table and bar area. It was next store but easy to get to
The flowers on-site were stunning! Rooms old but clean! Photos showed pool table and bar area. It was next store but easy to get to
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WILLIAM
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Old style drive up to your door…beautiful flowers everywhere and benches outside your door to enjoy the view…nice host, clean rooms, and close to everything nearby 👍😀
Old style drive up to your door…beautiful flowers everywhere and benches outside your door to enjoy the view…nice host, clean rooms, and close to everything nearby 👍😀
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Darrell
7 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It's a rather small property. If you're looking for a nice, quiet, clean place to stay this is it. You will have to drive if you need anything. One restaurant close by that is not open for breakfast.
It's a rather small property. If you're looking for a nice, quiet, clean place to stay this is it. You will have to drive if you need anything. One restaurant close by that is not open for breakfast.
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Deborah
19 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Newly renovated large room. Comfortable, with attention to detail (plenty of plug ins, ambient lighting, large TV, love seat, tv trays), good restaurant/bar walking distance next door. Beautiful flowers and plants outside, quiet setting. Would definitely stay again. Very welcoming friendly owners on site.
Newly renovated large room. Comfortable, with attention to detail (plenty of plug ins, ambient lighting, large TV, love seat, tv trays), good restaurant/bar walking distance next door. Beautiful flowers and plants outside, quiet setting. Would definitely stay again. Very welcoming friendly owners on site.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a standout across rooms and grounds, with many reviews calling them spotless and well maintained. A few isolated issues were noted, such as a dirty floor or strong fragrance.
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Rebecca
31 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I was pleased to receive a personal phone call to ask about my approximate arrival time. Owner was friendly and helpful with all inquiries- restaurant recommendations, ferry info. Room was spotless, seemed newly updated, comfortable.
I was pleased to receive a personal phone call to ask about my approximate arrival time. Owner was friendly and helpful with all inquiries- restaurant recommendations, ferry info. Room was spotless, seemed newly updated, comfortable.
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Andrew
24 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean! Had a soap oder
Very clean! Had a soap oder
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Neil
15 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The bed was not comfortable for me. It was very firm. The floor was pretty dirty. The noise from the highway was extremely loud. If you stay in the room 1,2,3 and are a light or not so light sleeper unless you run the air conditioner all night it will keep you up. The property is beautiful outside. The owner is extremely kind and helpful.
The bed was not comfortable for me. It was very firm. The floor was pretty dirty. The noise from the highway was extremely loud. If you stay in the room 1,2,3 and are a light or not so light sleeper unless you run the air conditioner all night it will keep you up. The property is beautiful outside. The owner is extremely kind and helpful.
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Kathryn
23 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Spotlessly clean. Definitely enjoyed our stay and would stay there again
Spotlessly clean. Definitely enjoyed our stay and would stay there again
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Peter
24 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Terrific renos with exactly the right choices for paint finishes and amenities (room #9 is where we stayed). Lots of USB outlets for phones and tablets, lots of towels, pillows might have been a little better but overall excellent room and great staff. Cannot say enough about the cleanliness both inside and out. Beautifil.landscaping and flowers
Terrific renos with exactly the right choices for paint finishes and amenities (room #9 is where we stayed). Lots of USB outlets for phones and tablets, lots of towels, pillows might have been a little better but overall excellent room and great staff. Cannot say enough about the cleanliness both inside and out. Beautifil.landscaping and flowers
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Vicki
19 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and fresh room! Roomy bathroom. Gorgeous flowers all over the property! Highly recommend!
Clean and fresh room! Roomy bathroom. Gorgeous flowers all over the property! Highly recommend!
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Bonnie
14 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean inside and outside
Very clean inside and outside
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Michelle
17 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Our room was VERY clean. I’ve never stayed in a roadside motel, but I was impressed with the cleanliness of the entire facility.
Our room was VERY clean. I’ve never stayed in a roadside motel, but I was impressed with the cleanliness of the entire facility.
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Robert
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was very clean as well as the grounds. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Room was very clean as well as the grounds. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
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Kurt
7 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was small but very clean, Happy with the room and staff. Would definitely stay there again.
The room was small but very clean, Happy with the room and staff. Would definitely stay there again.
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Rooms
Rooms are small and cozy with rustic knotty-pine character, many refreshed with modern touches like lighting, outlets, TVs, mini-fridges, and Keurigs. Some guests found beds firm; bathrooms and showers are tight, and front rooms may get highway noise.
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Kay
12 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Just a great stay.Room was very clean, big sink to share , great lighting and even tray tables to use while sitting on the coach instead of the bed. They thought of everything you would need in your room especially if you were bringing in food.
Just a great stay.Room was very clean, big sink to share , great lighting and even tray tables to use while sitting on the coach instead of the bed. They thought of everything you would need in your room especially if you were bringing in food.
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Larry
8 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Small room and bathroom. Very clean. Great options for the money.
Small room and bathroom. Very clean. Great options for the money.
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Donna Beyer
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is not a 5 star hotel. It is a small motel but it was immaculately clean and well maintained. The room was big enough but on the smaller side, and had a TV, fridge, coffee maker etc. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was not cramped. The staff was very friendly and check out was quick and easy. The only complaint is that parking was a little tight. We would definitely stay here again.
This is not a 5 star hotel. It is a small motel but it was immaculately clean and well maintained. The room was big enough but on the smaller side, and had a TV, fridge, coffee maker etc. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was not cramped. The staff was very friendly and check out was quick and easy. The only complaint is that parking was a little tight. We would definitely stay here again.
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Lawrence
16 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Old school type motel about a mile from Mackinaw bridge. Great bed. Everything we needed for the night. Small bathroom and shower.
Old school type motel about a mile from Mackinaw bridge. Great bed. Everything we needed for the night. Small bathroom and shower.
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joyce a
29 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Sunset Motel was an excellent choice for a stop at Mackinac Island, much more affordable than island lodging. Take a short ride to the island on the ferry. When preparing to return, we happily discovered that people staying in Mackinaw City had a long ferry wait line while we just got on board. The owner of the Sunset was very helpful & does a wonderful job of keeping the motor & the grounds in great condition. While our room was small, it had everything we needed, including a Keurig and small fridge. The bed was also very comfortable.
Sunset Motel was an excellent choice for a stop at Mackinac Island, much more affordable than island lodging. Take a short ride to the island on the ferry. When preparing to return, we happily discovered that people staying in Mackinaw City had a long ferry wait line while we just got on board. The owner of the Sunset was very helpful & does a wonderful job of keeping the motor & the grounds in great condition. While our room was small, it had everything we needed, including a Keurig and small fridge. The bed was also very comfortable.
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Brian
11 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I originally booked the St. Ignace Holiday Inn Express for a one-day stay before taking the ferry to the island. But I saw all the 10 star reviews for this place, so I decided to give it a try. This is nothing more than an old roadside motel with a few minor upgrades (flowers, Keurigs, touch-lighted mirrors, millennial-grey linoleum floors). There's no flickering "vacancy" or "Free HBO" sign out front. But the rooms are tiny, the walls are thin, the pillows are thinner, and the mattresses are like straw. Multiple times I rapped my knuckles on the walls as I thrashed around the bed. Once I was able to fall asleep, the people coming out of the bar/restaurant at close (2:00) woke me up. Then the neighbor's 5:15 alarm. Then the guy with the dually and boat trailer starting up his truck at 6:00. Everything came right through the walls. The bathroom is about the size of that on an airplane. The shower is the size of a vertical coffin. I had to shut off the water and step out to lather up. The restaurant next door was a bust. We sat down for dinner after arriving, waited 20 minutes, then gave up and left. It was obviously understaffed, and the few servers working seemed to be catering to their locals. We didn't bother trying breakfast there the next morning. If you want the retro experience of a roadside motel, then have at it. I'll happily spend the extra $50-$100 to stay at a modern hotel with quiet rooms, comfortable beds and free hot breakfast.
I originally booked the St. Ignace Holiday Inn Express for a one-day stay before taking the ferry to the island. But I saw all the 10 star reviews for this place, so I decided to give it a try. This is nothing more than an old roadside motel with a few minor upgrades (flowers, Keurigs, touch-lighted mirrors, millennial-grey linoleum floors). There's no flickering "vacancy" or "Free HBO" sign out front. But the rooms are tiny, the walls are thin, the pillows are thinner, and the mattresses are like straw. Multiple times I rapped my knuckles on the walls as I thrashed around the bed. Once I was able to fall asleep, the people coming out of the bar/restaurant at close (2:00) woke me up. Then the neighbor's 5:15 alarm. Then the guy with the dually and boat trailer starting up his truck at 6:00. Everything came right through the walls. The bathroom is about the size of that on an airplane. The shower is the size of a vertical coffin. I had to shut off the water and step out to lather up. The restaurant next door was a bust. We sat down for dinner after arriving, waited 20 minutes, then gave up and left. It was obviously understaffed, and the few servers working seemed to be catering to their locals. We didn't bother trying breakfast there the next morning. If you want the retro experience of a roadside motel, then have at it. I'll happily spend the extra $50-$100 to stay at a modern hotel with quiet rooms, comfortable beds and free hot breakfast.
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James
23 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed our stay at a small motel. It was a up north 60’s building with pine walls and ceiling and a cottage feel . Bathroom is small but functional. It was spotless and beds were comfortable. Grounds had flowers everywhere. Will stay again next fall but will get another room. Room 1 was too close to highway and a little noisy.
Enjoyed our stay at a small motel. It was a up north 60’s building with pine walls and ceiling and a cottage feel . Bathroom is small but functional. It was spotless and beds were comfortable. Grounds had flowers everywhere. Will stay again next fall but will get another room. Room 1 was too close to highway and a little noisy.
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Holly
12 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I don’t normally pick a roadside motel for any stay, but after reading the reviews I gave it a try. This is probably the cleanest room I have ever stayed in anywhere. Yes, it’s a little cramped inside and the ceilings are a little low, but I was happy to trade that for clean and comfortable. It has what you need and is so well maintained. Restaurant next door makes it a perfect spot to stop.
I don’t normally pick a roadside motel for any stay, but after reading the reviews I gave it a try. This is probably the cleanest room I have ever stayed in anywhere. Yes, it’s a little cramped inside and the ceilings are a little low, but I was happy to trade that for clean and comfortable. It has what you need and is so well maintained. Restaurant next door makes it a perfect spot to stop.
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Emily
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This motel is right off the highway. The room was very clean, quite dark with the paneling. TV worked. Beds were comfortable.
This motel is right off the highway. The room was very clean, quite dark with the paneling. TV worked. Beds were comfortable.
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Deborah
19 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Newly renovated large room. Comfortable, with attention to detail (plenty of plug ins, ambient lighting, large TV, love seat, tv trays), good restaurant/bar walking distance next door. Beautiful flowers and plants outside, quiet setting. Would definitely stay again. Very welcoming friendly owners on site.
Newly renovated large room. Comfortable, with attention to detail (plenty of plug ins, ambient lighting, large TV, love seat, tv trays), good restaurant/bar walking distance next door. Beautiful flowers and plants outside, quiet setting. Would definitely stay again. Very welcoming friendly owners on site.
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Service
Owners and staff earn strong praise for being friendly, helpful, and responsive, offering local tips and quick check-in. Several mention thoughtful, above-and-beyond assistance.
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Kristina
12 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The host was very friendly and helpful. Check-in was quick and easy, and room was extremely clean.
The host was very friendly and helpful. Check-in was quick and easy, and room was extremely clean.
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rachel
15 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We will definitely stay again. The owner is really friendly and super helpful. The room was extremely clean and updated. Close to downtown too. I would highly recommend!!
We will definitely stay again. The owner is really friendly and super helpful. The room was extremely clean and updated. Close to downtown too. I would highly recommend!!
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Rebecca
31 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I was pleased to receive a personal phone call to ask about my approximate arrival time. Owner was friendly and helpful with all inquiries- restaurant recommendations, ferry info. Room was spotless, seemed newly updated, comfortable.
I was pleased to receive a personal phone call to ask about my approximate arrival time. Owner was friendly and helpful with all inquiries- restaurant recommendations, ferry info. Room was spotless, seemed newly updated, comfortable.
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joyce a
29 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Sunset Motel was an excellent choice for a stop at Mackinac Island, much more affordable than island lodging. Take a short ride to the island on the ferry. When preparing to return, we happily discovered that people staying in Mackinaw City had a long ferry wait line while we just got on board. The owner of the Sunset was very helpful & does a wonderful job of keeping the motor & the grounds in great condition. While our room was small, it had everything we needed, including a Keurig and small fridge. The bed was also very comfortable.
Sunset Motel was an excellent choice for a stop at Mackinac Island, much more affordable than island lodging. Take a short ride to the island on the ferry. When preparing to return, we happily discovered that people staying in Mackinaw City had a long ferry wait line while we just got on board. The owner of the Sunset was very helpful & does a wonderful job of keeping the motor & the grounds in great condition. While our room was small, it had everything we needed, including a Keurig and small fridge. The bed was also very comfortable.
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Terri
26 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This place is amazing. Beautiful flowers covering the yard. The owners were so friendly and made sure we enjoyed our stay. Would definitely stay again.
This place is amazing. Beautiful flowers covering the yard. The owners were so friendly and made sure we enjoyed our stay. Would definitely stay again.
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Rebecca
30 Jul 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
CLEAN property and a quick 3 min. drive into St. Ignace and the ferry boats to Mackinac Island. Staff is very FRIENDLY and attentive. Highly recommend.
CLEAN property and a quick 3 min. drive into St. Ignace and the ferry boats to Mackinac Island. Staff is very FRIENDLY and attentive. Highly recommend.
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Paula
18 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely motel. Clean and tidy. The owners live on the property and our television broke in the evening. The owner took his own television and replaced ours so that we would not be inconvenienced. Extremely nice people!
A lovely motel. Clean and tidy. The owners live on the property and our television broke in the evening. The owner took his own television and replaced ours so that we would not be inconvenienced. Extremely nice people!
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Evy
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Such a quaint little place! Check in was a breeze- the people working there are so genuine and helpful. The beds are sooo comfy! They gave us extra coffee pods- plenty of towels too. The grounds are immaculately kept with so many flowers. Only 2 miles from town. We will definitely stay here again. I honestly can’t say enough good things about Sunset Motel. A great find for the price.
Such a quaint little place! Check in was a breeze- the people working there are so genuine and helpful. The beds are sooo comfy! They gave us extra coffee pods- plenty of towels too. The grounds are immaculately kept with so many flowers. Only 2 miles from town. We will definitely stay here again. I honestly can’t say enough good things about Sunset Motel. A great find for the price.
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Mary
22 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly check-in. Clean and comfortable room. Would definitely book again!
Very friendly check-in. Clean and comfortable room. Would definitely book again!
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Robert
19 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was very clean as well as the grounds. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Room was very clean as well as the grounds. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
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Location
Right off Highway 2, a short drive to downtown St. Ignace, the bridge, and ferry docks. Convenient access comes with some road noise for rooms closest to the highway.
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Trisha
21 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful little cabin like rooms The flowers and grounds were beautiful Amazing staff Close to Mackinaw Island and Bridge Great restaurant and bar in walking distance Definitely would go back in an instant
Beautiful little cabin like rooms The flowers and grounds were beautiful Amazing staff Close to Mackinaw Island and Bridge Great restaurant and bar in walking distance Definitely would go back in an instant
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Mark
13 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This throwback roadside motel appears to have been recently renovated. The rooms are very clean and comfortable About 1-2 miles out of town so a short drive to town is necessary Ferry company does provide a free shuttle to and from the dock All things considered, a good stay at a decent price
This throwback roadside motel appears to have been recently renovated. The rooms are very clean and comfortable About 1-2 miles out of town so a short drive to town is necessary Ferry company does provide a free shuttle to and from the dock All things considered, a good stay at a decent price
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Jessica
14 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This is the cutest little motel! The staff is very friendly, check in was a breeze, was asked if we needed any breakfast or dinner recommendations which I thought was very nice and the property is so pretty and full of the most beautiful flowers and hanging baskets. It’s a cozy little spot right near the bridge!
This is the cutest little motel! The staff is very friendly, check in was a breeze, was asked if we needed any breakfast or dinner recommendations which I thought was very nice and the property is so pretty and full of the most beautiful flowers and hanging baskets. It’s a cozy little spot right near the bridge!
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Amber
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cute place. Very clean, good service and pretty quiet other than the passing cars on the highway but not much to be done about that. There is a restaruant/ bar right next door with good service as well.
Cute place. Very clean, good service and pretty quiet other than the passing cars on the highway but not much to be done about that. There is a restaruant/ bar right next door with good service as well.
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Elizabeth
14 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A great little roadside motel which is a short drive to the ferry to Mackinac Island. Owner was very friendly and provided great recommendations.
A great little roadside motel which is a short drive to the ferry to Mackinac Island. Owner was very friendly and provided great recommendations.
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april
24 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely garden area around motel. Drive up to room. Small and out of city. Close to scenic areas.
Lovely garden area around motel. Drive up to room. Small and out of city. Close to scenic areas.
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Kathleen
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our room was very clean and the owners were wonderful. It is outside of town a couple of miles and is right on hwy 2 for easy access.
Our room was very clean and the owners were wonderful. It is outside of town a couple of miles and is right on hwy 2 for easy access.
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keith
8 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great motel,excellent location and great staff. Would definitely recommend!
Great motel,excellent location and great staff. Would definitely recommend!
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WILLIAM
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Old style drive up to your door…beautiful flowers everywhere and benches outside your door to enjoy the view…nice host, clean rooms, and close to everything nearby 👍😀
Old style drive up to your door…beautiful flowers everywhere and benches outside your door to enjoy the view…nice host, clean rooms, and close to everything nearby 👍😀
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Darrell
7 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It's a rather small property. If you're looking for a nice, quiet, clean place to stay this is it. You will have to drive if you need anything. One restaurant close by that is not open for breakfast.
It's a rather small property. If you're looking for a nice, quiet, clean place to stay this is it. You will have to drive if you need anything. One restaurant close by that is not open for breakfast.
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Dining
No on-site breakfast is provided. Many guests mention the restaurant/bar next door for meals, with mostly positive feedback and an occasional slow service experience.
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Kenneth
8 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Classic Up North motel with specular grounds, clean and well appointed rooms with good food next door! What’s not to like!
Classic Up North motel with specular grounds, clean and well appointed rooms with good food next door! What’s not to like!
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Amber
20 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cute place. Very clean, good service and pretty quiet other than the passing cars on the highway but not much to be done about that. There is a restaruant/ bar right next door with good service as well.
Cute place. Very clean, good service and pretty quiet other than the passing cars on the highway but not much to be done about that. There is a restaruant/ bar right next door with good service as well.
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Brian
11 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I originally booked the St. Ignace Holiday Inn Express for a one-day stay before taking the ferry to the island. But I saw all the 10 star reviews for this place, so I decided to give it a try. This is nothing more than an old roadside motel with a few minor upgrades (flowers, Keurigs, touch-lighted mirrors, millennial-grey linoleum floors). There's no flickering "vacancy" or "Free HBO" sign out front. But the rooms are tiny, the walls are thin, the pillows are thinner, and the mattresses are like straw. Multiple times I rapped my knuckles on the walls as I thrashed around the bed. Once I was able to fall asleep, the people coming out of the bar/restaurant at close (2:00) woke me up. Then the neighbor's 5:15 alarm. Then the guy with the dually and boat trailer starting up his truck at 6:00. Everything came right through the walls. The bathroom is about the size of that on an airplane. The shower is the size of a vertical coffin. I had to shut off the water and step out to lather up. The restaurant next door was a bust. We sat down for dinner after arriving, waited 20 minutes, then gave up and left. It was obviously understaffed, and the few servers working seemed to be catering to their locals. We didn't bother trying breakfast there the next morning. If you want the retro experience of a roadside motel, then have at it. I'll happily spend the extra $50-$100 to stay at a modern hotel with quiet rooms, comfortable beds and free hot breakfast.
I originally booked the St. Ignace Holiday Inn Express for a one-day stay before taking the ferry to the island. But I saw all the 10 star reviews for this place, so I decided to give it a try. This is nothing more than an old roadside motel with a few minor upgrades (flowers, Keurigs, touch-lighted mirrors, millennial-grey linoleum floors). There's no flickering "vacancy" or "Free HBO" sign out front. But the rooms are tiny, the walls are thin, the pillows are thinner, and the mattresses are like straw. Multiple times I rapped my knuckles on the walls as I thrashed around the bed. Once I was able to fall asleep, the people coming out of the bar/restaurant at close (2:00) woke me up. Then the neighbor's 5:15 alarm. Then the guy with the dually and boat trailer starting up his truck at 6:00. Everything came right through the walls. The bathroom is about the size of that on an airplane. The shower is the size of a vertical coffin. I had to shut off the water and step out to lather up. The restaurant next door was a bust. We sat down for dinner after arriving, waited 20 minutes, then gave up and left. It was obviously understaffed, and the few servers working seemed to be catering to their locals. We didn't bother trying breakfast there the next morning. If you want the retro experience of a roadside motel, then have at it. I'll happily spend the extra $50-$100 to stay at a modern hotel with quiet rooms, comfortable beds and free hot breakfast.
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lori
27 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful flower gardens on motel property, room very clean. Motel owner was very helpful and accommodating. Recommend the restaurant next door (Johnny’s) for a hearty breakfast. I would highly recommend the Sunset Motel.
Beautiful flower gardens on motel property, room very clean. Motel owner was very helpful and accommodating. Recommend the restaurant next door (Johnny’s) for a hearty breakfast. I would highly recommend the Sunset Motel.
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Nancy
11 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in a double that had a separate room with a door which was a pleasant surprise. Everything was nice and new, very clean. Very Nice and helpful staff. Restaurant next door is convenient. It’s mainly fried food but their salads are good and big!
We stayed in a double that had a separate room with a door which was a pleasant surprise. Everything was nice and new, very clean. Very Nice and helpful staff. Restaurant next door is convenient. It’s mainly fried food but their salads are good and big!
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Linda
28 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Well appointed drive up motel. No frills but that was what we were looking for. No breakfast service. Grounds are pretty.
Well appointed drive up motel. No frills but that was what we were looking for. No breakfast service. Grounds are pretty.
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Darrell
7 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It's a rather small property. If you're looking for a nice, quiet, clean place to stay this is it. You will have to drive if you need anything. One restaurant close by that is not open for breakfast.
It's a rather small property. If you're looking for a nice, quiet, clean place to stay this is it. You will have to drive if you need anything. One restaurant close by that is not open for breakfast.
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Marcia
25 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
So clean! Everything inside and out felt freshly painted. Restaurant next door was awesome as well.
So clean! Everything inside and out felt freshly painted. Restaurant next door was awesome as well.
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Deborah
19 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Newly renovated large room. Comfortable, with attention to detail (plenty of plug ins, ambient lighting, large TV, love seat, tv trays), good restaurant/bar walking distance next door. Beautiful flowers and plants outside, quiet setting. Would definitely stay again. Very welcoming friendly owners on site.
Newly renovated large room. Comfortable, with attention to detail (plenty of plug ins, ambient lighting, large TV, love seat, tv trays), good restaurant/bar walking distance next door. Beautiful flowers and plants outside, quiet setting. Would definitely stay again. Very welcoming friendly owners on site.
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D
13 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This is an updated roadside motel that retains some oold school charm like knotty pine paneling and parking right outside your door. The proprieter has the most amazing knack with flowers you will ever see. The gardens are spectacular. There is a little pub next door with great food, drinks and service.
This is an updated roadside motel that retains some oold school charm like knotty pine paneling and parking right outside your door. The proprieter has the most amazing knack with flowers you will ever see. The gardens are spectacular. There is a little pub next door with great food, drinks and service.
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Heather
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Nice
Nice
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Lori
5 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful flowers surround the whole grounds. Staff was very friendly and room was clean
Beautiful flowers surround the whole grounds. Staff was very friendly and room was clean
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Christine
6 Oct 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A nicely refurbished older motel with the most beautiful gardens. Great pub/ restaurant right next door.
A nicely refurbished older motel with the most beautiful gardens. Great pub/ restaurant right next door.
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Melinda
24 Sept 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The owner could not have been more charming. The flowers and grounds were gorgeous. The rooms had recently been updated and were lovely. Centrally located for our needs. Will definitely stay here again.
The owner could not have been more charming. The flowers and grounds were gorgeous. The rooms had recently been updated and were lovely. Centrally located for our needs. Will definitely stay here again.
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Russell
22 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The sunset motel was a quaint motel just outside of st ignace. Great place to stat when you don’t want to be in town. There were so many beautiful flowers on the property. The restaurant next to the motel is a bonus for convenience.
The sunset motel was a quaint motel just outside of st ignace. Great place to stat when you don’t want to be in town. There were so many beautiful flowers on the property. The restaurant next to the motel is a bonus for convenience.
FAQs about Sunset Motel at Armand's Gardens
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but cannot be guaranteed.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located a 4-minute drive from Lake Michigan and a 6-minute drive from Lake Huron. It is 7.8 miles from Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and 9.4 miles from The Jewel at the Grand Hotel.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.
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The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
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