Northwoods Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Ely motel

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Hair dryer, towels
Breakfast area
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1605 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN, 55731
  • Place, Dorothy Molter Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, International Wolf Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Vermilion
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Kitchenette

  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

About the neighborhood

Ely

In Ely .Within a 10-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Superior National Forest and Dorothy Molter Museum. White Iron Lake and Little Long Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Superior National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dorothy Molter Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • International Wolf Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Eagles Nest Lake Number Three - 28 min drive - 18.8 miles
  • Lake Vermilion - 31 min drive - 20.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Antlers Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Silver Rapids Lodge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kwazy Wabbitt - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Northwoods Inn & Suites

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Ely motel
Northwoods Inn & Suites offers its guests a vending machine. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Ely motel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Northwoods Inn & Suites offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 46-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

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
  • 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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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; 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, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Comfort Plus Ely
Comfort Plus Motel
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Comfort Plus
Northwoods Inn & Suites Ely
Northwoods Inn & Suites Motel
Northwoods Inn & Suites Motel Ely

Frequently asked questions

How close is Northwoods Inn & Suites to the airport?

Northwoods Inn & Suites is 70.1 mi (92-min drive) away from the Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Northwoods Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Northwoods Inn & Suites.

Does Northwoods Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

Northwoods Inn & Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Northwoods Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Northwoods Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Northwoods Inn & Suites?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Northwoods Inn & Suites have a pool?

Northwoods Inn & Suites does not have a pool.

Does Northwoods Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Northwoods Inn & Suites to downtown Ely?

Northwoods Inn & Suites is 1.1 mi away from Ely.

Northwoods Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 224 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David, MARBLEHEAD

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. I forgot my phone charger in the room when I left. Owner immediately called me so that I was able to return and pick it up.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was a little uncomfortable but the room was immaculately clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

D S

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 5 nights (extended 3 night original booking to 5) when dropping my son off at college. Beds were very comfortable, spacious rooms, decent breakfast, very clean rooms and public areas. Management were very friendly and kind. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice accommodation in a wonderful area. A bit pricey for what you get. But worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We would stay here again . It was very clean and quiet. The continental breakfast was pretty weak . Had juice and a coffee . Everything else was nice in hotel .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julius

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room. Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Devin

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

10/10 Excellent

Bettina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great rooms and services.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

David, Burlingame

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

10/10 Excellent

Norbert

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a comfortable place to stay when we were in Ely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great launchpad for BWCA exploration
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie, Coon Rapids

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kerwin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was not much to choose from in this town so we ended up with this one. Its old and out dated. The bed wasn't bad but needed more pillows, and it didn't have the bedspread that can be taken off and washed after ever stay, so you just have a sheet and blanket that I'm pretty sure doesn't get washed after every stay. I would not stay there again. Breakfast was pretty awful too, not much to choose from just sausage and some kind of flat eggs. I hate giving bad reviews but this is not the kind of place you want to stay in when you're on vacation and the cost was outrageous! It was a hundred dollars more than any other night! Never again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025