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The Great North Inn & Suites

Property class: 2
Enjoy free breakfast at this Grand Rapids hotel

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Dining
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
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Exterior
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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2601 US Hwy 169, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744
  • Place, Judy Garland Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, McGowan Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Maplewood Park
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • 160 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 378 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 228 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Presidential Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Presidential Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Grand Rapids

In Grand Rapids .You'll be steps from Judy Garland Museum and within a 15-minute walk of McGowan Park. Maplewood Park and Mississippi River are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Judy Garland Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • McGowan Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Maplewood Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Pokegama Lake - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Pokegama Golf Course - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Florio's Grill and Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Great North Inn & Suites

Enjoy free breakfast at this Grand Rapids hotel
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Great North Inn & Suites also features a vending machine, an ATM, and a water dispenser. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
The Great North Inn & Suites offers 58 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 36-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Grand Rapids hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways (30 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (37 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from August 21 2026 to December 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
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, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Great North Inn & Suites to the airport?

The Great North Inn & Suites is 78.4 mi (90-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 The Great North Inn & Suites?

As of Sep 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great North Inn & Suites on Sep 5, 2026 start from $152, including 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 The Great North Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Great North Inn & Suites.

How close is The Great North Inn & Suites to the beach?

This hotel is 2.8 mi (4-min drive) from Blandin Beach and 7 mi (15-min drive) from Tioga Beach and Picnic Area. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Great North Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

The Great North Inn & Suites offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Great North Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Great North Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Great North Inn & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Great North Inn & Suites have a pool?

The Great North Inn & Suites does not have a pool.

Does The Great North Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Great North Inn & Suites to downtown Grand Rapids?

The Great North Inn & Suites is 2.1 mi away from Grand Rapids.

The Great North Inn & Suites Reviews

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Property conditions & facilities

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8/10 Good

KELVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and staff very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026