Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star Tuscan hotel near University of Minnesota Duluth

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Coachman's Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Coachman's Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Equestrian Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Interior
Equestrian Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2309 E 1st St, Duluth, MN, 55812
  • Place, University of Minnesota Duluth
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Glensheen Historic Estate
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Aerial Lift Bridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Terrace Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Selina Louis Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Park Avenue Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Mary & Josephine Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Billiards Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1100 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

J.D. Rockefeller Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Equestrian Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 750 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Speakeasy Suite

  • 900 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Murphy Bed

Coachman's Suite

  • 750 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Aquitainia Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Vermilion Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Roosevelt Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Duluth

Endion stay.Your stay at this Endion hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Minnesota Duluth and Lake Superior. Glensheen Historic Estate and Duluth Entertainment Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Glensheen Historic Estate - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wired Whiskers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burrito Union - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mount Royal Fine Foods - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel

3-star Tuscan hotel near University of Minnesota Duluth
Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel offers its guests a library, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel was completed in October 2023.

This 3-star Duluth hotel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1906
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 45-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 15 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 15 are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, mobile payments, and Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 15 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Cotton Mansion Hotel
Cotton Mansion Duluth
Cotton Mansion Hotel Duluth

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel to the airport?

Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel is 6.7 mi (13-min drive) away from the Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel?

As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel on Oct 26, 2025 start from $90.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel.

How close is Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 4.5 mi (12-min drive) from Park Point Beach.

Does Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel offer free breakfast?

Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Fond-du-Luth Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel to downtown Duluth?

Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel is 2.1 mi away from Duluth.

Historic Cotton Mansion Duluth Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 148 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JOSETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with immense historic charm. Very clean and welcoming. Virtual brochure is provided upon stay (no staff on premises). Door code check-
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love the Cotton Mansion

We've stayed at the Ctton Masion before in the Terrace Suite and enjoyed it so we wanted to check out another room. The equestrian suite is beautiful and very comfortable. Its the perfect spacious place for a couple to get away. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Isaac

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was nice for an antique mansion but if you’re looking for a place with many amenities, I wouldn’t stay here. The sliding door to the bathroom was kinda hard to open and close and the room never really got cold from the AC provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Niki

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was a lovely property but we used the hot tub in our room and it was disgusting! There was absolutely no staff on-site either. Then out our window there was a balcony type of thing with pieces of the building, gloves and tools. I get it is an old building but maybe just clean that up.
Dirty Hot Tub/Spa
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful place to stay in a quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Beautiful property!

It was an amazing property! I gave comfort a 1 star because the bed was a hide a bed and it was sooooo uncomfortable!!!! I have back problems so it definitely did not feel good. You could feel the bars and springs underneath. We stayed in the speakeasy room. Otherwise the room was amazing! Loved the decor and the bathroom was amazing!! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Honeymoon Revisted

We stayed here for a quick anniversary trip; we honeymooned in Duluth (just a block away) almost 29 years ago. Despite the bad weather we had a lovely time, and especially the Terrance Suite at The Historic Cotton Mansion. We enjoyed the space the room offered, including the seating area, bar, and balcony. The light breakfast and coffee offering in downstairs was a nice surprise too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlea

Liked: Amenities
Nice place, quiet, easy check in, clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britani

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The history and mansion decor elevated the experience for us. The hosts/management helped us organize our trip and answer all our questions
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Len

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything about the property is great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Must stay

Amazing hotel, beautiful, and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great historic property. The speakeasy suite won’t disappoint
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you're looking for a unique and interesting place to stay in Duluth this is a great fit! The staff went above and beyond to make us comfortable and it is located in a beautiful and historic area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was fantastic and common areas were superb to relax, to read or lounge. Loved our room the Terrace Suite and know anyone would surely enjoy there stay in any of the rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

You can do better

The house is beautiful, the wood work is stunning, the room and bed very cozy, very quiet, nice view However next time i stay i will not do add ons we got the brunch box and is was nothing like the picture i figured a few changes but there was no meat no cheese no bread there were 2 muffins 2 orange juice 2 yogurt 2 hand size pancakes with a tiny jar of jam grapes and blueberries which was found after 40 minutes in the fridge, was not set up There was no bottled water anywhere the 2 days we were there not even in the room when i asked they basically said drink tap, sorry but no, we stayed in the park avenue suit do not touch the bed post dang thing almost killed me they are not attached. The ice machine needs to be replaced from not properly cleaning it, it's gross. I will be back because we did have a great time just gonna do things different
Dirty
Not stocked the 2 days we were there and the ice maker is gross
Bed post at the bottom DON'T TOUCH IT'S NOT ATTACHED
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The mansion was super pretty, all the rooms were designed well and the bed was comfortable and the room was clean and more than big enough for me, definitely worth it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

MURPHY BED. DONT BOOK!

MURPHY BED, DO NOT BOOK!! Worst bed I have ever stayed on in a hotel or BnB. Our backs were toast after 2 nights! Floors were uneven and had large gaps in the hardwood. The bed had a negative incline toward your head, so while sleeping the blood would rush to your head, we slept upside down to avoid this. False advertising with the pictures showing a regular bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Hans

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Too far from everything

The place is nice...but it's far from everything if you don't have a car you'll have to walk everywhere because transportation in Duluth is horrible. The breakfast was poor and very disappointed. There's no staff to answer questions, you have to call a phen number...also very disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025