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Blue Wave Inn

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Lake Superior

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Situated on a rocky shoreline, this building offers scenic views and a tranquil environment.
Enjoy water activities on this serene beach with kayaks and a canoe, surrounded by a natural shoreline and trees.
Stairs lead to an upper floor, flanked by walls with a textured finish, and natural light enters through large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
Enjoy meals with a view of the water from this spacious dining area.
Relax in the outdoor seating area with comfortable chairs and tables on a gravel surface, overlooking a balcony with a view.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2521 Lake Shore Dr W, Ashland, WI, 54806
  • Ashland Mural Walk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Chequamegon Bay Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Design Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (5 Captains Quarters) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Design Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (5 Captains Quarters)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Design Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Sandbar Vista #1) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Design Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Sandbar Vista #1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Murphy Beds

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Design Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View (Flowing Waters #3) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Design Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View (Flowing Waters #3)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Design Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Sailor's Retreat #2) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Design Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Sailor's Retreat #2)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Design Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Northland Voyageur #4)

Design Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Northland Voyageur #4) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Design Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Northland Voyageur #4)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Ashland

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lake Superior and Maslowski Beach. Ashland Mural Walk and Ashland Historical Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Maslowski Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ashland Mural Walk - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Chequamegon Bay Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ashland Historical Museum - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ashland Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪South Shore Brewery Taphouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Pub - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Blue Wave Inn

3-star beachfront hotel near Lake Superior
A private beach is featured. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Ski-in/ski-out access, a terrace, and a picnic area are also featured at Blue Wave Inn. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Ashland hotel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Blue Wave Inn offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. 47-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • 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

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snow sports gear

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

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 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, debit cards, and cash
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.

Property is also known as

Blue Wave Inn Ashland
Blue Wave Ashland
Blue Wave Inn Hotel
Blue Wave Inn Ashland
Blue Wave Inn Hotel Ashland

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Wave Inn to the airport?

Blue Wave Inn is 74.7 mi (88-min drive) away from the Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blue Wave Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Blue Wave Inn.

How close is Blue Wave Inn to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Wave Inn offer free breakfast?

Blue Wave Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Wave Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Bad River Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Blue Wave Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Blue Wave Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Blue Wave Inn have a pool?

Blue Wave Inn does not have a pool.

Does Blue Wave Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Blue Wave Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Blue Wave Inn to downtown Ashland?

Blue Wave Inn is 1.6 mi away from Ashland.

Blue Wave Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 540 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 540 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 540 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 540 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 540 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Blue Wave Inn was exquisite
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was going to try and scam me for a $100 dollar lots key fee. They use traditional keys and have a notice that if a key is lost that they charge $100. They also instruct you leave keys in room upon checkout. Luckily I took pictures of the keys when i left. They contacted me 5 days after my stay and asked me about the missing key. I responded with the picture of the keys and told them to not bother scamming me to which they responded "okay"

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very nice place!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L

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

You’ll be hooked!

Love this property, inside and out! Unique and unparalleled Lake Superior shoreline experience.
Sunset
Aurora from balcony
Sunrise
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only t
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

Getaway

Check in was quick and easy. Very clean room and comfortable. Would definitely recommend and stay again. The only downside is that shop and bar area closed at 4 pm. Would recommend staying open a little longer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a peaceful stay for my boyfriend’s birthday, we were even blessed to see the northern light on our balcony at night! Great price for a great room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Would recommend to everyone. Beautiful place and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful, rooms were super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Blue wave inn is such a gem! I’ve been wanting to stay for a while and so happy for the lovely experience on the shore of Lake Superior. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, La Motte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a unique property with only 5 rooms. Beautiful property. The elevator is glacially slow but clean and maintained. The coffee shop and store on the first floor were very convenient and comfortable. The rooms are spacious and lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I visit the area, I find that the Blue wave inn is very unique and I like the idea of the Inn bringing in the history of Ashland throughout the inn.. I always mention the Blue wave to friends when they go to the Ashland area to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

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

Fabulous!

Blue Wave is a fabulous place to stay. We were torn between going out and doing stuff or staying in the beautiful room just looking out at the lake. So peaceful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Green Bay

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at this wonderful place for a business trip that lasted two nights, and I must say, it truly is a gem. The location is beautiful, offering stunning views that added to the experience. The rooms were tastefully decorated, spacious, comfortable, quiet, and impeccably clean, which made my stay very enjoyable. Additionally, I want to highlight the exceptional service provided by Katie, who was incredibly accommodating. Given my positive experience, I am now planning on returning for a leisure trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the design and the esthetics of our room and the facilty in general. All staff were pleasant and accommodating. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I truly love this place! Feeling the need to introvert after experiencing 3 significant deaths in a 5 week timeframe I headed to my favorite getaway - I have stayed in all 5 rooms and am starting over 1 down 4 to go - here's to a New Year! Thank you Katie and Dave
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of Lake Superior. Rooms are very comfortable with fireplace and huge walk in rain shower! Very quiet place especially during winter months
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Excellent stay

We loved our one night stay at the Blue Wave Inn. Such a unique property right on the water. We stayed in December so we couldn’t really enjoy our patio or the other outdoor sitting area, but we were still able to enjoy the beautiful view! Our room was very clean & bed was comfortable. Check in was easy & the staff at Solstice Outdoors were very friendly. We had one small issue & the owners were super responsive & quick. We also loved the convenience of the coffee shop/cafe right downstairs. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! It’s our 4th year and we’re never disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful owners and outstanding room with views to die for.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024