Forest Lake Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Grand Rapids motel

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Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
1215 NW 4th st, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744
  • Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Judy Garland Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Pokegama Golf Course
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Room, Multiple Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Grand Rapids

In Grand Rapids .Within a 5-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Mississippi River and Blandin Beach. Also, Blandin Beach Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Central Square Mall is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • The Myles Reif Center Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Judy Garland Museum - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Pokegama Lake - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Pokegama Golf Course - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Forest Lake Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Grand Rapids motel
As a guest of Forest Lake Motel, you'll find laundry facilities and dry cleaning/laundry services. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Grand Rapids motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Forest Lake Motel offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Grand Rapids motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Forest Lake Motel Grand Rapids
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Forest Lake Motel to the airport?

Forest Lake Motel is 77.5 mi (85-min drive) away from the Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Forest Lake Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Forest Lake Motel.

How close is Forest Lake Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 5-minute walk from Blandin Beach and 4 mi (8-min drive) from Tioga Beach and Picnic Area. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Forest Lake Motel offer free breakfast?

Forest Lake Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Forest Lake Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Forest Lake Motel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Forest Lake Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Forest Lake Motel have a pool?

Forest Lake Motel does not have a pool.

Does Forest Lake Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Forest Lake Motel to downtown Grand Rapids?

Forest Lake Motel is 0.8 mi away from Grand Rapids.

Forest Lake Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 247 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 247 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 247 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 247 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 247 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only reasonable motel/hotel in the area. Other are só over priced. Even though we really like this cute little motel. And would stay there even if another hotel cheaper
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First of all your hotel was the only afforadable hotel in GR. I want to express my gratitude . Secondly i appreciated the call and ability to just go to our room. Lastly i love your motel. It is só cute and compfy. We would definitely stay there again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene, Greene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have a new favorite motel in GR! The full size fridge is a game changer. The room was great, big, comfy bed, tub and shower, microwave worked beautifully, fridge kept stuff nice and cold. Staff were all friendly. Didn’t need much from housekeeping but they checked in daily. They alerted me when they had to plow. Oh yeah and it was cold out but the room stayed warm. There is a nice restaurant in walking distance if it’s not January and gusting wind. I will definitely be a repeat customer.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bathroom dated , shower / tub tile caulk worn out . Cold water faucet handle broken . Coffee maker looked good but there were no cups available for hot drinks . Huge refrigerator was a pleasant surprise. Staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Melvin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While the property is on the older side, my room was very clean, spacious, and comfortable. The clerk was friendly and food at the adjacent restaurant was excellent and not expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here twice (so far) while passing through for Christmas holidays. The rooms are always super clean, smell fresh, and are toasty warm for the winter. Forest Lake Restaurant is a quick walk from the rooms (2 minutes) and has excellent food. We love stopping here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ALWAYS A GOOD STOPPING SPOT BEFORE THE BIG FISHING TRIP. LOVE THE VFW
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Roger

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was my wife Elizabeth and my local motel we stayed at. She is gone now but i stayed in her honor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

Forest Lake

An amazing quaint motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Weizhi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Luc

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean , cozy , affordable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the staff were very nice. The rooms themselves need some updating and sprucing up.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean operation. Shower was devine..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jim

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Caren

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we were on a sight seeing tour of the area so we spent very little time in our rooms access to businesses that we were interested in were convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

devain

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024