We finally got up there for dinner - we didn't stay in the lodge…read more WOW! What a cool and funky place. Very colorful, spacious, and quiet. The history is interesting and it was so much fun just exist in the space for a couple hours. Very friendly staff, too. The menu for each meal is fixed and everybody eats the same thing, which seems to be made from scratch. Very good food, but nothing fancy. You go there for the atmosphere!

We came to Naniboujou Lodge for lunch one day, and I'll be the first to admit - I was most excited…read moreto see the interior! We didn't stay at the property, but explored their outdoor area for a bit before doors opened for lunch. They have a nice lawn with beach view and access. The swing onsite was quite rickety and could have used more outdoor seating. But the outside of the building is so pretty! When we walked inside, we were blown away - all of our eyes went straight up to the ceiling. It is so bright and vibrant inside! There is a gift shop and the check-in desk at the entrance, and the doors lead to a lounge area and the restaurant. It was pretty quiet for lunch, but that worked well for our large group! There is quite a bit of seating, and all have awesome views of the space. I opted for wild rice soup and a unique club sandwich with brie and jam and enjoyed both. The soup could have been a bit hotter and more spiced, but still great. Other folks in our group were so-so on their meals - not life-changing, but still a good lunch!

Clean roadside motel with super friendly owners. As you would expect with a roadside motel, the…read morerooms are small and functional. The bed was very comfortable. My only criticism is that the window didn't open. The only fresh air comes from the screw door which you couldn't really keep open all night.

Very reasonable price, friendly owner & very clean room. There isn't any cell phone service in the…read morearea, but they have great WiFi, it was strong enough to work across the road while enjoying the beach. We found lots of awesome rocks at the beach too if I'm ever in the area again, I'd definitely stay there again!

This is a great place to stay in Grand Marias town. Everyjis walkable to dt , restaurants/bars, gas…read morestations, etc. beautiful art galleries are also part of the charm and Ben Franklin along with Swen and Ollie pizza parlor. Step back in time. The hotel has comfy rooms and nicely decorated.

Very helpful staff, sadly I had miss typed the text number for MY actual resort hence a bit of…read moreconfusion ensued as TMM does not have a room 11.

Cute lodging right on Lake Superior! You get your own balcony that overlooks the water and it's…read morereally quite breathtaking. Nothing to obstruct your view! The heat definitely works in the winter in this little room so don't even worry about getting cold! Very simple little hotel room, nothing fancy, no extra amenities but it's clean! The only thing that got bothersome was that it's right on the road and you can hear the loud whoosh of a semi driving by as there's no hallways or trees to block the noise.

Small, cozy place (22 rooms) right on Lake Superior, all rooms have a view of the lake. Simple…read moremotel, but clean and comfortable, exactly as it advertises. The natural wooden paneling gives a feel of home away from home. While some may find it expensive, it was much more reasonably priced than other options on the North Shore in high season (September weekend). The breakfast formerly provided is now an unfortunate casualty of C19 but a few grab and go items are still available in the sunroom.

This is my second time at the Mayhew Inn, and it was just as awesome as the first time! The whole…read moreplace is beautifully designed, the rooms are super cozy and comfortable, and the location is just perfect. Just cross the street and you're right at the water's edge. Go left, Ben Franklin's, and go right, you'll find a great bar for pizza and beer, and farther on, you'll find the Java Moose. The decor in the room was picked out by some design genius, and the selection of records to choose from was just incredible. Thanks for making our stay even better than we thought!

Really cool stay, I love the design of the Mayhew Inn, there are variety of rooms, layouts, and…read moredecor. They have really maximized space and made something unique and beautiful. This would be the perfect place to book out completely for wedding parties, family reunions, or any place you're hoping to gather with friends. Excellent all around.

My wife and MIL have had a tradition of meeting in Grand Marais for Thanksgiving for a number of…read moreyears, and I've joined in as I've been absorbed into the family. We've most often stayed at the Croftville Road Cottages, and have never been disappointed. The cabins are always clean, and everything is in good repair. There is plenty of room to work in the kitchen, and it's well-stocked with basic tools; adding some special items from home (favorite knives, strainers, etc.) we've even cooked full-on holiday meals. Heat is provided by two gas stoves, as well as a spot heater in the bathroom. The second bedroom is not directly heated, unfortunately, so that's a consideration in colder months. Each unit has dedicated parking (enough to squeeze in two compact cars), and there are fire pits and swing benches to enjoy. There is easy access to the shoreline, and if you want alternate views of Superior, there are plenty along the titular road. If you are looking for comfortable, consistent (and competitively priced!) lodging in the Grand Marais area, these cabins are tough to beat.

It was the perfect getaway! The property was clean and comfortable. The owners were very friendly…read more I can't wait to go back!

Old hotel, smoky. Only slots in the casino. The room was okay. We were hiking at Isle Royale and…read morestayed the night before we left. The dining room was so boring. No music, very quiet.

I found the best broasted chicken in the state at this casino. It's stopped me at my tracks for…read moresure so I don't jump ship into Canada. This is a very good reason to visit Grand Portage again. If you do it gamble like me, just come here for the chicken which is available for take out everyday. It does take half hour to prepare fresh so if you are in time crunch, do not order this. The broasted chicken is so moist on the inside and so crunchy on the outside. It is perfectly seasoned. I think I had tears in my eyes when I ate it because of pure joy. The casino is also very nice laid out with ample of parking. It is very laid back and the people are nice so respect this reservation land.

We booked Klarhet in April for leaf peeping for my birthday weekend and it was absolutely perfect!…read more I can't say enough about how amazing this place is. Just know you will get woken up before dawn by roosters, but you can handle it! All worth it!

The best of both worlds…read more The best of camping. The best of a hotel. There is a neat place in northern Minnesota just a rock's throw from Lutsen that you've never heard of, but that you will never forget once you've visited. They have these super cool Dome Shaped cabins (I don't know what else to call them) in the middle of the forest. Once you are inside it, think part OmniMax theater screen on one side that you look out into the forest and get to overlook beautiful Lake Superior. It is a view you will never forget, and an experience that is hard to describe to others. It's a fully functional unit or small apartment: King size bed, full bathroom with shower, kitchen with everything but an oven (but had a stove top) including all dishes and utensils, heated floors, neat eco-friendly wood pellet heater/stove/furnace, a queen size bed in the loft, and a view to die for. The King Size bed was oh so comfortable (better than home) and the unit was super clean. The staff, Nicole and Emma, were super friendly, accommodating and so easy to work with. It almost felt like you were working with your best friends. This is a family business and located in their eco-friendly sustainable plot of land. They have chickens, goats and a large garden or small farm, where they grow things in a eco-friendly, sustainable fashion. They encourage guests to compost their leftovers, but to be mindful not to throw certain items in the compost (like Avocado skins and pits) as their chickens, who eventually eat the compost, don't particularly like Avocoados :-). There are four domes total at Klarhet, all available to book. Each has a King-Sized Bed on the main level, with a Queen-Sized Bed on the loft. Each dome has a different theme. We had friends in another Dome at the same time, so this made it double the fun. Klarhet mans "Clear Mind" in Scandinavian. And you can definitely do it here at Klarhet. It's a fantastic place, but don't go expecting 5-Star Hotel amenities (no TV, no pool, no ice maker, no vending machine, no land line phone, no Wi-Fi but you will get cell phone reception and data from your own cell phone provider). This is a place to unwind, and disconnect. (Think luxurious cabin with an amazing view!) They also have chickens and goats on the property that are part of the ambience of the place (they all have names too). You will be give fresh eggs from these chickens to eat too. Nicole gives a farm talk to any interested about how they are creating a sustainable food forest on their 26 acres. (Take it - Nicole is a great speaker and very passionate about what they are trying to create here.) You can bring food and prepare it yourself in the kitchen, or you can go out to eat at nearby restaurants. You can go hiking, biking or skiing nearby, depending on the season you attend. Now, if I can only figure out how that bear got in my bed next to me last night, because she snored awfully loud all night long :-).