Must-see hotels in Northern Minnesota

  • Hungry Hippie Farm & Hostel

    Northern Minnesota

    If you've ever dreamt of escaping and just getting away from it all, this remote farmhouse-hostel, 8 miles east of Grand Marais, is the place to indulge…

  • Northern Rail Traincar Inn

    Northern Minnesota

    It doesn't get much cooler than 17 rooms built into renovated train boxcars. Rooms are on the small side, but quaintly furnished by theme (Victorian, golf…

  • Lutsen Resort

    Northern Minnesota

    The resort, perched on Lake Superior, offers upmarket accommodation in townhouses, sea villas, log cabins and at a toney Scandinavian lodge sporting the…

  • Park Point Marina Inn

    Northern Minnesota

    This immaculate property is located south of the Aerial Lift Bridge on the point that juts out into Lake Superior. Don't expect luxury, but rather tidy,…

  • Naniboujou Lodge

    Northern Minnesota

    Built in the 1920s, the property was once a private club for Babe Ruth and his contemporaries, who smoked cigars in the Great Hall, warmed by the 20ft…

  • Kohl's Resort

    Northern Minnesota

    This lakeside retreat is situated 12 miles north of Bemidji, on the eastern shore of Big Turtle Lake. Accommodation is in individual cabins that are…

  • Mitchell-Tappan House

    Northern Minnesota

    This Victorian home, set in a pretty residential area close to central E Howard St, once belonged to an iron-ore honcho. Accommodation is in one of two…

  • Aspen Lodge

    Northern Minnesota

    This modest roadside motel, a little under a mile east of the downtown waterfront, offers good value. The rooms are simple but clean; some rooms on the…

  • A Stay Inn Ely

    Northern Minnesota

    This modest property in downtown Ely lies somewhere between inn and hostel. It's five smallish but tidy rooms, all with private baths, connected to a…

  • Willard Munger Inn

    Northern Minnesota

    Family-owned Munger Inn offers a fine variety of rooms (budget to Jacuzzi suites), along with perks for outdoor enthusiasts, such as hiking and biking…

  • HI Mississippi Headwaters Hostel

    Northern Minnesota

    This 31-bed log hostel sits in Itasca State Park; winter hours vary, so call ahead. The tidy dorms each have six beds and are separated by gender. It's a…

  • Fitger's Inn

    Northern Minnesota

    Fitger's created its 62 large rooms, each with slightly varied decor, from an old brewery. Located on the Lakewalk, the pricier rooms have great water…

  • Lighthouse B&B

    Northern Minnesota

    You can't beat this real-deal lighthouse for nautical ambience and lake views. Three rooms share a bathroom; there's a fourth en suite room in a separate…

  • Douglas Lodge

    Northern Minnesota

    If you want a little rustic luxury, try the venerable Douglas Lodge, operated by Itasca State Park. The facility also has cabins and two good dining rooms.

  • Nelson's Resort

    Northern Minnesota

    The 27 pine-log cabins fringing Crane Lake are a winner for hiking, fishing and relaxing under blue skies.

  • Adventure Inn

    Northern Minnesota

    The motel-like rooms are not big or fancy, but they're well-kept and have comfy beds with downy comforters. The friendly owners provide free coffee and…

  • Hampton Inn

    Northern Minnesota

    This mid-market Hilton-run chain is one of only a handful of decent lodging options in Hibbing. The rack rates are probably higher than the property…

  • Kettle Falls Hotel

    Northern Minnesota

    The 12-room, shared-bath Kettle Falls Hotel is located inside Voyageurs National Park and is accessible only by boat; make arrangements with the owners…

  • Harbor Inn

    Northern Minnesota

    A decent last-resort option, the Harbor Inn offers plain-Jane rooms, but they're comfy. The location is within easy walking distance of downtown…

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