I wouldn't have known about The Metropolitan Bed & Breakfast if I hadn't been caught in a very…read moresudden whiteout blizzard while driving by the New Salem, ND exit off I94. We weren't the only drivers seeking refuge that night, and the first hotel we called was full but referred us to The Metropolitan. I am very happy our first option was not available because The Metropolitan was an exceptional experience. The staff was flexible, courteous, communicative, and welcoming. I was completely rattled (due to the snowstorm, no visibility while driving, and worry about spending the night in our vehicle - either at a gas station or in the ditch (we weren't sure which it would be)) but the owner was patient through my inability to immediately find a credit card, forgetting my friend's last name and address (we were using her credit card), and my continual dropping of my cell phone because my mittens were too bulky. When we finally made it to The Metropolitan, we found an antique and very charming brick building with large windows, a cheery glow, and beautifully finished wood floors. Our room was easy to find as well as warm, well-lit, extremely clean, organized (plenty of toilet paper and towels), and ready for us to drop our bags and relax. The room also included a deep bathtub, microwave, and mini refrigerator. While I hope to not be caught in a whiteout again, I am hopeful that I will have an opportunity to spend more time at The Metropolitan and for a longer stay. I'm not sure what there is to do in New Salem (we left very early the next morning) but I would recommend going to the B & B just to enjoy the rooms, peace and warmth.

Great place! If you tire of the monotony of the bland hotels on the highway, but wonder if an…read moreindependent, local hotel will have what you need for creature comforts, look no further! This place is a rare gem, a legit local building on Main Street has been gutted and turned into a handful of tasteful and very comfortable rooms with wonderful beds, nice shower and cool industrial chic decor. Don't you want to sleep right downtown across the street from the grain elevator in a small dairy town (the same one with "Salem Sue" the giant Holstein cow.) we took a nice evening walk around town, several nice bars and a couple of bakeries. Things only got better the next morning when the first floor cafe opened with yummy coffee drinks, paninis and nice looking waffles. Though there were also lots of nice free goodies in the hotel lobby for a free breakfast too. Take a risk, you'll leave with a happy heart and more of a connection to the land you're traveling through.