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Afton House Inn

3.0 star property
3-star beach B&B with 2 restaurants

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Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed (1st Floor) | Private spa tub
2 bars/lounges
Walk-Out, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub & Fireplace (1st Floor) | Terrace/patio
Outdoor banquet area
Property amenity

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

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3291 St. Croix Tr. S, Afton, MN, 55001
  • Place, The Belwin Conservancy
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Afton State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Afton Alps Ski Area
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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River Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

River Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Walk-Out, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub & Fireplace (1st Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Walk-Out, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub & Fireplace (1st Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (3rd Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (3rd Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Trundle Beds

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub & Fireplace (1st Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub & Fireplace (1st Floor)

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (2nd Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (2nd Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed (1st Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed (1st Floor)

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (2nd Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (2nd Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1000 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Luxury Single Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Afton

On river.A stay at this B&B places you within half a mile (1 km) of Saint Croix River and 3 miles (5 km) of Afton State Park. Afton Alps Golf Course and Lakefront Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Belwin Conservancy - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Afton State Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Afton Alps Ski Area - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Hudson Hospital & Clinic - 11 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Seasons on St. Croix Gallery - 11 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 24 min drive
  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ALDI - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Danny's Kitchen + Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Afton House Inn

3-star beach B&B with 2 restaurants
A winery is on site. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

2 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. Event space at this bed & breakfast measures 509 square feet (47 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Afton House Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Afton bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 509 sq ft of conference space
  • 47 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1867
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Winery on site
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Afton House Inn offers 25 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

This Afton bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Winery

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 7.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Afton House
Afton House Inn
Afton Inn
Afton House Hotel Afton
Afton House Hotel
The Afton House Inn
Afton House Inn Afton
Afton House Inn Bed & breakfast
Afton House Inn Bed & breakfast Afton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Afton House Inn to the airport?

Afton House Inn is 22.1 mi (27-min drive) away from the St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Afton House Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Afton House Inn.

How close is Afton House Inn to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 8.2 mi (15-min drive) from Brown's Beach.

Does Afton House Inn offer free breakfast?

Afton House Inn offers free full breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Afton House Inn?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Afton House Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Afton House Inn?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Afton House Inn have a pool?

Afton House Inn does not have a pool.

Does Afton House Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Afton House Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Afton House Inn to downtown Afton?

Afton House Inn is 0.1 mi away from Afton.

Afton House Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 246 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff and dinner was super good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I picked this place for the jacuzzi tub but it was really small and only one person at a time. The shower was also reallllly small. The building is very old and shows its age but very clean. We weren't impressed for the price but it was an okay place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

josh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

NormaJean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint Inn. The staff were all very kind and went out of their way to make me feel welcome. Peggy is great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Strawberry Fest!

Strawberry Fest! What a perfect place to stay to help our daughter set up her paintings at the festival!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lester

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were amazing! The breakfast was excellent! We really enjoyed our entire stay. The water pressure was poor, but understandable on the historic side.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

Perfect location, charming hospitality

This is a historical building (built during civil war) that is charming, comfy and clean. The staff were great and everything about it is easy- parking, food, coffee, ice cream, strolls outside. Perfect for my needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nadia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

CHARLOTTE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great. Bed was hard as a rock and in poor condition. No soap in bathroom. Water reeked of sulfur. Paid for 2 nights, but only stayed for 1 night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Afton Inn. The employees were all so sweet and helpful! It definitely gave the vibe of a bed and breakfast, more of the homey feel. The restaurants were fun, the coffee shop had a great coffee, and the breakfast was good. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcellus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
I love the historic property the staff member Shane was extremely nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phylis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small town feel, friendly & helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

josh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous as always Afton is a gem so is Peggy at the front desk the wind was nuts whipping the sign all night otherwise our room was spectacular nice big bed fireplace🔥 and hot tub great 🌊 company makes this one of the most romantic places in Minnesota we are life long customers thank you for making us feel so comfortable just like our own home and a family as well the restaurants all serve great food whether you want fine dining or anything in-between they accommodate we appreciate all everyone does to make this a special place and memorable experience thank you 🌹
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
very rustic and old.. very friendly.. nice free breakfast Inn more favorable for Marina use. rooms and bathroom very small.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

josh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peggy is a gem in her industry the entire staff was fabulous so was our couples romantic stay room was great hot tub and fireplace digital cable four poster bed patio off side bathroom was great too altogether I could not rave enough three restaurants onsite fabulous food a coffee shop champagne packages and cruises starting in April two bars in town if you want pub food holiday gas station nice little general store 🏪 a mile from inn beaches and state parks to hike in or Afton alps to ski at Little for everyone would recommend for those looking to turn up the heat we will be customers for life now for sure
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice peaceful and romantic with the tub. Did not like we could hear people below us through the fireplace area we think.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooklynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, quiet and secluded, beds soft and comfortable- not stiff like most places. The breakfast was flavorful and cozy! Will be staying here next time for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBIN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the staff. Peggy made the inn truly feel like home. All of our needs were met. The food including the breakfast buffet was great. Huge assortment at wine bar. Easy parking. Hometown feel. The rooms are spacious. The historic feel was maintained as well. A
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice historic Inn. Staff was friendly. Nice clean room and good breakfast. There was a very good coffee shop you can access from in the Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025