After about a week on the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA), part of our paddling team stayed here…read moreonce we finished and drove down to Duluth for the night. I always knew that this Hampton Inn was in Wisconsin, and chose it because it was the cheapest deal I could find at the time. And no, I'm not sure why Duluth hotel properties are so relatively expensive. We found the Hotel relatively easy to find, although the adjacent building/road construction made the directions (and turns) a little more challenging. Getting back into Duluth Minnesota (for Dinner later) was fairly easy and port/lake scenic. If there's a next time, I'll continue up the North Shore and make my stop more that a one night visit. The Hampton property reflects the modern refurbishments within the chain, which I found clean, comfortable and welcoming. Upon check-in, the most important tasks were: 1. Shower (!) 2. Change into Clean Clothes (Yes, the ride down from Ely was a little "ripe") 3. Separate and Pack Up the "Canoe Clothes" 4. Make Dinner Reservations (Grandma's) 5. Chat with Gayle again (the first call upon return from the Lake) I also got a good night sleep, enjoyed the free hot breakfast (and friendly staff) in the morning, and hung out with Bob/Bird and Jeff before we all went our separate ways.

Great location, close to a nice park to sit by the lake! Dunkin Donuts in the parking lot!…read more Not far from the University and lots of shops. Quiet though on a busy street.

My kids love swimming so we rented a poolside suite. The pool area is nice but the room not so…read moremuch. We got the suite cause we needed the pull out bed. As you can see in the pictures, it could not be used because it was broken and would not pull out all the way. Questionable stains on the couch and the carpet and the ceiling is falling apart. Couldn't flush the toilet at night cause it's louder than a 747. Fridge was warm. We told them about the broken pull out and they just offered to move us. We had a lot of stuff in the room and it was not worth moving. Could have offered some money off the room.

We were on a 9 hour drive home and our car starting having issues ( on a Saturday) , so we were…read morestranded till a shop could open Monday ... Monday morning we added another night to be safe if our car wasn't ready . Turns out our car was ready a half hour after check out . We contacted Expedia to see our options as we booked this hotel through them . I have in a chat that Expedia would cancel with hotels permission. I walked down to front desk and was explaining the situation... the manager Michael said no we will not cancel this reservation ... I again explained the situation thinking maybe he would have some sort of compassion, But No he again repeated himself in a very rude tone ... I said Wow and walked away . I called best western customer service and they even tried to talk to the manager to see if they could make an exception. NOPE he stuck to his decision. DO NOT STAY HERE !!!

General - I've stayed here on numerous occasions in 2025 during different times of the year. Some…read morewas for work while other times it was with family. Basically, if the price is right, we will stay here. Location - The hotel is located in the bay/harbor area right off of Lake Superior which gives it some very nice views of the surrounding area and wildlife. There isn't much on the island but you are only a few miles away from Superior which offers numerous shops and restaurants. There is a nice little park at the entrance of the island that you can walk to. The trail is nice to walk when the weather is nice out, they have done a lot of native restoration in the area and it is full of wild flowers during that time. Also, go and see the last remaining whaleback boat - the SS Meteor. You can walk around the vessel for free or tour inside for a small entrance fee. Rooms & Building - Let's get it out of the way right now, the resort is older and dated. Is it in terrible condition? No. But it isn't brand new either. The rooms are at least clean and comfortable. It probably depends on what room you get but the rooms I have gotten have always been in good shape and clean. The beds have been comfortable and everything in the room has been in good working order. There are signs of wear and tear inside and outside but keep in mind (especially the outside) that Lake Superior winters are absolutely brutal and beat the tar out of everything in its wake. Amenities - The hotel has a large pool/hot tub area in the middle of the building. The pool is usually heated to a nice temp and the hot tub has good jets. There is a small arcade attached to the pool area. Lots of table seating for group gatherings. Food - There is no free breakfast options available but there is a restaurant/bar onsite. I have never tried it out but I have heard good things from the locals. Vibe - Easy going and super friendly staff. No complaints. Reality vs. Online - Pictures that I saw on their website and online matched the quality and condition of the hotel and rooms in-person. No surprises. Price & Final Verdict - Once again, if the price is right (I normally try to stay here around the $100 a night mark), then my family will choose this place. We have enjoyed our stays here. Although not the flashiest place to stay in the Duluth area, it is one of the more affordable options out there that offers a nice setting and amenities list.

This property was probably nice in the 70's but has been neglected since. The construction workers…read morethat stay here leave their work boots in the hallways telling you what this location has become. We also noticed lots of construction workers in the parking lots drinking at night. Not a big deal but could be intimidating to some travelers out on a walk or arriving after dark. Maintenance is lacking. The old carrier ac units are noisy and would freeze up regularly. Rooms are older and in a semi maintained state. Old furniture showing wear and definitely not a white glove clean experience. Breakfast is no longer included but available for purchase. This is a property that is right at the point of needing to be demolished vs repaired. Sad as it is a pretty location with the marina and water on two sides. Overall this would be like an interstate Super 8 property for comparison. Adequate for a nights rest but if vacationing with a family I would suggest looking at a nicer property on the Duluth side.

It's okay at best, the 3.5 star average (I see Sept 2023) seems fair for my experience…read more Seems like it was recently remodeled. Staff was helpful. Room was clean-ish. Beds were comfy. However, my biggest complaint is that the walls are thin and you can hear EVERY door slam, pounding feet, etc... If you're noise sensitive, beware and ask for a room on the third floor and away from stairs and elevator. #INeedToSleep Overall, I'd entertain coming back if I needed a one night cheaper place to sleep near Duluth but definitely wouldn't stay long term.

Not a new hotel by any stretch but fairly recently remodeled so you get the larger rooms with a…read moresmaller bathroom and ethernet connectivity lol. Comfy oversized bed. Small TV they do everything possible to keep you from connecting your devices to; took half an hour but I was able to do it. Cat6 didn't work. had to log in with another device and force the login with the IP address and then use that MAC in my Xbox. Not for the faint of heart. The parking lot sucks and you'll see what I mean when you stay here. Stupid slow elevator.

Reviewing the hotel, I was in town for two nights at the same time as a teacher convention, and…read moremost everything was either booked or unreasonably priced. After my stay, I don't regret my decision. Opened in 1924, the hotel has hosted many US presidents, but JFK as the last. The rooms has been updated and are both clean and well kept. They have the requisite mini frig and microwave, current model TV. No in room coffee, no complimentary breakfast, but there is a restaurant in the lobby open for breakfast and lunch six days and dinner or Friday. More paperwork to check in than there would be a a Ritz Carlton, but they operate in an old-timey way, and what's wrong with that? A choice of bars and restaurants on Tower Avenue which runs in front of the hotel. Yes, I'd stay there again.

Had a great stay. Nice old fashioned hotel with rooms that were basic, comfortable, and pleasant…read more We even got to use an actual key for the door! It worked well for our stay and was budget friendly.

Don't let the parking lot and the lack of bricks on part of the building scare you away! This super…read more8 was clean and quiet with friendly staff and decent size rooms. Free breakfast and 4 cup coffee maker in room is a plus. The location was easy to find and just a few minutes from Canal Park over "the high bridge". There is a couple of restaurants steps from the door and a good sized gas/convenience store next door. Being from Seattle we loved the seagulls on the roof! Some people may not like that. It's only two stories but lugging luggage up the stairs was not fun. Other than that we enjoyed our two days here.

My husband has a service dog and we called ahead to verify because the signs on the building state…read morea no pets policy. We were told they cannot refuse a service dog. We stayed for 3 days in July and the service was great, nice room, and the staff was very accommodating. We booked for 4 nights in August and the staff treated us like we had the plague. The carpet in our room was damp. Our bathroom door did not shut. The staff was not friendly or kind to us. We were told we could not refuse housekeeping services and that the Do Not Disturb sign was just a suggestion. Apparently, they could come into our room any time. My husband works as a care taker of an apartment and had just passed his Fair Housing exam and knew all those things were untrue. We'll never stay there again.

Came here for Grandma's marathon, and was able to get a room for two nights for a half decent…read moreprice, specifically for Grandma's weekend. It was really close to busing to and from Duluth and overall a decent experience. I don't think that I would personally stay here if I was doing a Duluth trip just because it is around 20 to 25 minutes out of the city... But specifically for Grandma's weekend it was great!

The Seven Fires Steakhouse in the Black Bear Casino (Carlton MN) has excellent food and service. My…read moresister and I visited on August 5, 2026, and we were very happy with everything we ordered (it's rare for us to love everything we order). I had the chicken wild rice soup (best I've ever had) and their house salad (more like a dinner salad with a variety of cherry tomatoes and homemade croutons). My sister had a side salad (about 1/3 the size of mine but still a good size) and an 8 oz. steak. She ordered it medium rare, more on the rare side, and was so happy when that was exactly what she got. It almost always is straight up medium - and she said it was perfect. We splurged and shared a piece of tiramisu which was also delicious. With drinks (an ice tea and a cocktail), the bill was about $50 (minus tip). We are happy to recommend this restaurant. We even complimented the chefs afterwards.

Room with a fantastic view ! We stayed in a 2 bedroom room, the bathroom was huge and it was so…read morenice to have a full kitchen and a full size refrigerator!!! We will definitely be back !

Beacon Pointe I have been and try to be a frequent traveler…read more Through my professional activity and vacations with my family, I have had the opportunity and blessing to travel around many parts of the world. I can speak and offer opinions with particularity and knowledge about hospitality. Unfortunately, lately, service and attention to detail have declined significantly. Perhaps due to cutting corners and not giving travelers what they deserve. Remember, people look for that little corner that somehow makes them feel close to home. I was very surprised and delighted to find this place. I didn't expect such personalized, friendly, and professional service. When I checked into the condo, I was pleasantly surprised. Large, comfortable, well-appointed, and with very tasteful details in the decor. Very well thought out. The privacy of the unit (305B) is excellent. The kitchenware and utensils are of very high quality. But the most important thing is the cleanliness and hygiene. A very rare bird, or Rara Avis, to find. I hope they continue like this. Especially with the bedding and towels. I wish them the best. Just one detail. They should have at least one unit with a shower for disabled guests, not for me, but for other people. Thank you.

The hotel wasn't worth the $200+ per night price tag. The common areas seemed neglected. The walls…read moreare paper thin and unfortunately the guests next to us were very loud at times. Scuffed and stained elevators, peeling paint, and rusty bathtub drained. For the price point, I expected at least better cleanliness. I'm glad I only stayed one night. I wouldn't be writing a two-star review if this was like $75 per night, because you know, you get what you pay for. Even so though, in a popular place like Duluth, you'd think you'd take a little more pride in your accommodations.

Great view and where flexible with us staying longer. But the elevators seem like they are on their…read morelast stretch. Also we had no room service over our 5+ day stay. Also every door handle will shock you. If you're a tourist please be careful downtown Duluth is full of homeless.

I gotta start with the fact that I kinda hate all hotels, even nice ones. When I stayed at the Ritz…read morein Chicago or the Parker Meridien in NYC, despite the high design and luxurious touches, they still just felt like hotels. Meh. That said, the South Pier Inn was a remarkable surprise. To be fair, we sprung for one of the large rooms that was adjacent to the Aerial Lift Bridge. The room wasn't cheap, but there is nothing like looking at your window and seeing a thousand foot tanker sailing by a stone's throw away. Amazingly, the rooms are so well insulated from noise you could miss the whole thing. Fortunately, the hotel offers ship spotting calls, even in the wee hours of the morning so you don't miss a passing vessel (if that's your thing). The front desk staff was a textbook example of Minnesota nice. Such lovely people! And the simple continental breakfast (which I also usually hate) included wild rice cranberry bread made at an 80 year old institution. We even had the misfortune of booking a room when the small parking lot was being redone. However, the hotel managed that escapade very well, providing off site parking and a shuttle service to our car. It was such a treat to be able to walk over the bridge into the canal district, for a quick dinner without a drive, and to have such a well kept home base for our Minnesota adventure. Thank you for a lovely stay. I sincerely hope we get to return.

What a stunning surprise in our cross country trip!!! A wonderful staff provided us with comfort…read moreand welcome. The bed had the most amazing sheets!!! So soft and comfortable I didn't want to leave and the jacuzzi tub had a 3D view of the channel. It was an amazing wonderful stay. My husband and I have stayed at 5 star hotels all over this country on the 4 month journey and I can honestly say this is the only one I could come back to.