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Aspen Inn

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Grand Marais motel

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Free daily continental breakfast
Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1711 West Hwy. 61á, Grand Marais, MN, 55604
  • Place, Grand Marais Art Colony
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cook County Court House
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, North Shore Health
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(58 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Grand Marais

In Grand Marais .Your stay at this Grand Marais motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Also, Grand Marais Golf 'n' Stuff is within half a mile (1 km) and North House Folk School is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Cook County Court House - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Cook County Public Tennis Courts - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • North Shore Health - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Pincushion Mountain - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside Fish Market - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪The Fisherman’s Daughter - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Java Moose Espresso Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Aspen Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Grand Marais motel
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A nightclub, karaoke, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Aspen Inn. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This Grand Marais motel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Karaoke
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Aspen Inn offers 30 accommodations with portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Grand Marais motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Karaoke
  • Nightclub
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that cats reside at this property
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include 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, and cash. Air conditioning is not provided. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Aspen Inn Grand Marais
Aspen Inn
Aspen Grand Marais
Aspen Inn Motel
Aspen Inn Grand Marais
Aspen Inn Motel Grand Marais

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aspen Inn to the airport?

Aspen Inn is 112.5 mi (154-min drive) away from the Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Aspen Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aspen Inn.

Does Aspen Inn offer free breakfast?

Aspen Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Aspen Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Aspen Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Aspen Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Aspen Inn have a pool?

Aspen Inn does not have a pool, but guests have access to a nearby indoor pool.

Does Aspen Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Aspen Inn to downtown Grand Marais?

Aspen Inn is 1.2 mi away from Grand Marais.

Reviews

Aspen Inn Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 229 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 125 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 81 out of 1015 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pros: It is often the cheapest place to stay in Grand Marais and was quiet. The breakfast was very simple, but was well-stocked. Cons: It is about a mile from downtown and the harbor, so have a car or be okay with the walk. The rooms do not have refrigerators or microwaves if this is important to you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a SLIGHTLY run down hotel. HOWEVER - the staff is WONDERFUL, the price is GREAT, location very good - just a couple of minutes from town. Grand Marais has gotten so expensive that it was nice to find a very reasonably priced hotel. The staff at the hotel makes it worth staying at.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dianne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
A no frills place to stay while visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Great overnighter

Nice little place with great staff and a good breakfast bar. We suggested a nightlight and grab bars be installed in the shower for safety though
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Carey

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Aspen Inn really needs some updating. The carpet is disgusting and I think the bedspreads, etc. are from 1985. I won't be coming back unless they make some major updates. The area is beautiful, so they really should consider renovations so they don't lose all future customers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

4/10 Poor

Skylar

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Breanna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For this price range, was excellent. Location was great. The customer service was top notch. The woman at the front desk was so helpful and accomodating. Would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No comment
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing room for a great price

We were going on vacation for the first time with our baby and the staff there were very accommodating and gave us a room that was massive and a perfect size to help us accommodate a packn' play. I have used this hotel many times and this was the best room I have had by far.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Howard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were looking for a reasonable place to stay for two days while we were doing some work in the area. Came across Aspen Inn, and reserved two rooms. Rooms were nice, clean, well equipped. If you’re looking for a 5 Star place to stay this is probably not the place. If you are looking for a nice clean place to sleep, watch some TV, this is it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap price but not very clean carpet needs to be shapooed &. Vacuumed bathroom door was not done found hair all over when asked housekeeper male to clean it he never did windows hard to open & close Need coffee pots & microwave in rooms no reason just too cheap to put in get refrigerator off floor & put on table how gross to be on floor some rooms not even open cause so bad . Know it’s old but no excuse not to at least update owner just greedy no ice machine except a potable on a table Housekeeper on phone lots when he should be doing his job
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and convenient. Could use some updating, but cleanliness is much more important!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Thuyeng

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A little outdated but overall stay was good. No complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Juana L

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I expect something better, the only good thing it was the lady in the front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
This property was exactly what we needed - a place to get some rest on a busy race weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

M

Traveled with pets
Great for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Aspen Inn - should be Aspen Stay out

Checked in at around 4ish and went to family event and never wen to the room. After event went to room and found that we could not get the door to open. Had to REALLY push the door to get it open. I mean push. The locking mechanism did not pull the latch back all the way. Lift up the handle and it worked fine, but it was a major pain. Worst part was it was 10:30 at night when we actually got to the room and lobby was closed. Beds were not comfortable. There was a lot of hair in the bath tub making you wonder if they cleaned it after the last use. Did they vacuum the carpet? Did they replace the sheets? Parking lot looks like the surface of the moon. Better have a good suspension to navigate it. Very disappointing for the $150 a night we paid. Wasn't worth $50 a night. Will not be returning there to stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Traveled with family
Breakfast was good & location was perfect. Room felt old & musty. Requested non smoking and room smelled of smoke. Window A/C didn’t work and only one window would open so room was hot at night, thankfully a fan helped. Front desk staff was helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025