Boutique Boudoir - Bemidji

We decided to have our wedding in the BSU Ballroom which meant we were required to use Aramark for…read moreour catering, and we are so incredibly grateful for that fact. For some reason we were (embarrassingly) incorrectly imagining typical lunchroom type food, but what we got was like something out of a five-star restaurant. (One guest even said, "The green beans were, like, REAL!") David, the Executive Chef, is extraordinary, both as chef and as a person. Neither my husband nor I are the best at making decisions so we explained to David what type of food we were looking for and he created 3-4 options in every category for us to choose from. We had a private tasting (fancy!) and I can honestly say they were ALL some of the best dishes I've ever had. (If you ever get the chance to have his "wedding potatoes," DO IT. I will forever be depressed that I cannot order them at a restaurant.) In addition to David's jaw-dropping skill, Susan, the Catering Coordinator, was incredible in helping us organize our options and in easing our anxieties. There's no way to justifiably explain how grateful we were to have her in our "wedding lives," but just know that she is the EXACT type of person you want in charge of something so important. Not only did she go above and beyond without us even asking, she was also fun and genuinely supportive. To round everything out, we were also impressed and very appreciative with the professionalism and kindness of the student staff during the day of our event. (As this usually always matters, it is important to note that their prices more than fair. We had TONS of extras, including coffee, hot chocolate, cider, pre and post meal snacks, and the total cost (including linen and everything) still averaged what a restaurant might charge for just a plated meal.) If you ever use Aramark to cater your event, please invite me. I want to eat more of this food.

Susan and her staff catered my daughter's wedding. It was perfect. Their customer service was…read moreamazing. They accommodated special dietary needs of our guest, filled in on things we had forgotten, displayed the food in a gorgeous manner and their chef is amazing. The food was fantastic. We were lucky to have Susan at our side during this special day.

Oak Haven Resort & Campground

The owners of this place are super awesome. They have a great place to stay here in the Bemidji…read morearea they provide an excellent experience as well. The check in process was super easy and we were able to split the cost of the cabin ! This place gets it...super chill super awesome. The cabin we had number 11 was nothing short of a mansion! 3 couches, 3 recliners. Feast family table that seats at least 9..... Two refrigerators nice kitchen, two bathrooms, two picnic tables on the deck, a Weber grill, washer and dryer, 5 bedrooms with multiple bed options from King to queen to a room with dbl twins. We cooked we ate and we socialized...we also caught some fish!!! The heated pool was a short walk (steps from our cabin). The boat dock was a short walk as well. I am super glad we came up this way to get some fishing in ! I can't wait to return! Respectfully, Bryan Moore, Oklahoma

Cass Lake Rest Area

Nice modern rest stop. Visitors information part may not be open at all times but there are racks…read morewith brochures available. Nice walking area for a stretch and a view of the lake.

South Shore

3.5

We were visiting some state parks in the area and also wanted to play a round of golf at the…read moreBemidji Country Club. This was a great place to stay. Our room was spacious and clean. Beds were comfy and nice and cool and dark for sleeping. The views from the main lobby were beautiful. Huge picture windows allow you to enjoy the views from a shared area. There is also a wonderful beach and doc to enjoy the lake views in the fresh air. We were there on July 4. Lots of families staying there. Parking was a bit of a nightmare as non-guests were parking in the lot to get a fireworks spot, but the front desk was helpful in accommodating their guests. The staff was fabulous. Breakfast was delicious. We got up early and found a nice table with lake views to enjoy our breakfast. Great experience!

The rooms are good, coffee great, hosts wonderful, clean. Breakfast great…read more Except at 5 Am there is a garbage truck parked out front with his engine at 80% from 5 to 5:37am. It just stopped as I'm writing this.. I'm not sure how this is allowed.

Ojibway Resort

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Beautiful secluded place. Very nice clean cabins, fresh fish fry every Tuesday, and to top it off…read morethe owners 2 wonderful dogs come to visit, get a treat hang out for a while. Can't wait to go back next year.

Ojibway Resort is the perfect place to go if you are looking for a quiet relaxing vacation. The…read morecabins are clean, the owners are friendly, the lake is beautiful, and the weather is usually nice. The beach is perfect with the nice soft sand. The sounds of animals in the Chippewa National Forest add to the serenity of it all. Thank you for a wonderful time!

Kitchi Landing Resort

We love this place! Val and Steve have done a fantastic job with the resort. The bar is the perfect…read moreplace for catching up, pizza and cold beer! The cabins are cute, homey and clean. Bring your fishing gear and try your luck.

Americlnn of Blackduck

Great hotel, free hot breakfast with waffles, eggs, and sausage. Very clean rooms pool, convenient…read moreparking for all types of vehicles, great dining and entertainment within walking distance.

The Black Lantern Resort

Loved the Rustic cabin, I spent several days end of June & beginning of July. Very comfortable,…read morefelt like a little piece of heaven to me. Such an amazing country location. Cabin very clean and furnished with all the kitchen amenities necessary, a real plus for a Rustic cabin, plus air conditioning! Annie & her mom Sally wonderful hosts, thought of everything to make stay great at Rustic. And, drive in just beautiful, as is everything on this property, talented artists involved in making anyone's stay the best. At night beautiful mini-lights decorate trees, plants, driveways, and even outside Rustic cabin's porch and under it, plus mini-lights at outdoor biffy! What more could one want ... Many thanks from this 74 year old gal!

I was married at Black Lantern last summer (2015) and I have so many good things to say I can't…read morepossibly say them all here. First and foremost, I've heard from an overwhelming number of guests how much they enjoyed the grounds and the beauty of the area, so much that they didn't mind the 4hr drive from the cities. The natural beauty of the area is emphasized here: native species surround you whether you are at the pavilion area, the campgrounds up around the loop, or even the open area of the RV park. There are also pretty little "hidden" places all over. Our photographers were thrilled about all the places to take photos- rock chairs, opennings in the woods, flowers planted here and there, sweet antique-looking benches, etc. The best part of Black Lantern though is the owner, Annie. She is just incredible. She was so thoughtful throughout the process and she was pretty much a wedding planner. She didn't mind talking to me about how weddings are put together and gave me contact info for decently priced vendors in the area. That was especially helpful as I am from Minneapolis and was contacting all the expensive vendors- oops. Annie took time to understand our style and vibe so that she could best help me plan an event that we wanted. She offered so much of her time before we even met to answer questions. She also has the uncanny ability to pop in at the right time- every time I needed her, she was there. She helped problem-solve for those things you don't plan on and offered a helping hand whenever it was needed. She chops all the wood and builds things, including amazing heart-shaped fires. What a badass woman! There was only one thing that was a disappointment at first- but then ended up being a blessing in disguise- we couldn't have our guests camp at the "campsites." Darn MN regulations. There isn't running water close enough to the loop to allow for campfires. Instead, we had all our guests camp in the RV park. It worked out wonderfully. This also allowed us to use one of the campsites as our ceremony site. Best decision we made. It couldn't have been a more perfect location for us. I didn't want to get married indoors, or even standing on cement. The clearing in the woods was large enough for 100 chairs and standing room for the other 60 people. The forest provided a breathtaking backdrop. Even a year later, when wedding-talk comes up, other people still bring up what an amazing venue Black Lantern is.

Pioneer Resort

If there is a Heaven on earth, this is my Heaven. I've been going to this resort for over 50…read moreyears. It is a very small, quaint home away from home. A place you can just get away from everyday stress. No TV's, no telephones. Just quietness. Listen to the loons, fish or play games. This resort holds thousands of memories for hundreds of families. Happiness is ...... Campbell Lake.

Drake Motel