Caribou Highlands Lodge

Property class: 2.5
Ski-in/ski-out hotel near Lake Superior

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A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a modern light installation.
A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a mountainous backdrop.
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a picnic table in a landscaped yard with a mountain backdrop.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A restaurant with stone walls, large windows, and a high ceiling. Tables are set with red glasses and silverware.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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371 Ski Hill Road, Lutsen, MN, 55612
  • Place, Lutsen Mountains
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, North Shore Winery
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Oberg Mountain Loop
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Alpine Condo

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Townhome

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 4 Twin Beds

Lodge Room Mountain View Doubles

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Lodge Room Mountain View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Lodge Room Mountain View Whirlpool King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Lodge Room Northwoods View Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Lodge Room, Northwoods View King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Nordic Studio Condo

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

Nordic Whirlpool Condo

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Townhome, 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms (Timber)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Townhome, 4 Bedrooms (Poplar Ridge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds, 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Villager Condo

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Condo, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

House, 5 Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 14
  • 4 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Townhome, 3 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Townhome, 3 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Townhome, 3 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Lutsen

Near the slopes.Your stay at this Lutsen hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Superior National Forest and Lutsen Mountains. Alpine Slide and North Shore Winery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lutsen Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • North Shore Winery - 1 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Superior National Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Caribou Lake - 11 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Oberg Mountain Loop - 14 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moguls Grille and Tap Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lockport Marketplace - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Dining Room - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪North Shore Winery - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Caribou Highlands Lodge

Ski-in/ski-out hotel near Lake Superior
After a day on the snow, enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor swimming pool. Getting to the slopes is a breeze with the hotel's complimentary ski shuttle. Conveniences like ski storage, ski passes, and shopping on site allow you to spend less time with logistics and more time on the slopes. At the end of the day, order après-ski drinks at the hotel's bar.

There's a restaurant on site.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lutsen hotel.

  • 118 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1980
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Caribou Highlands Lodge offers 118 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free ski shuttle
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf carts
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowshoeing
  • Table tennis
  • Video library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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 following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 9 2026 to November 16 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: 10 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • Lending library access
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Ski storage
  • Hot tub access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Caribou Highlands
Caribou Highlands Lodge
Caribou Highlands Lodge Lutsen
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Caribou Lodge
Caribou Highlands Hotel Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Resort
Caribou Highlands Resort
Caribou Highlands Lodge Hotel
Caribou Highlands Hotel Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Lodge Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Lodge Hotel Lutsen

Frequently asked questions

How close is Caribou Highlands Lodge to the airport?

Caribou Highlands Lodge is 95.7 mi (131-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 Caribou Highlands Lodge?

As of Nov 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caribou Highlands Lodge on Nov 15, 2026 start from $122, 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 Caribou Highlands Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Caribou Highlands Lodge.

How close is Caribou Highlands Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 13 mi (18-min drive) from Big Beach.

Does Caribou Highlands Lodge offer free breakfast?

Caribou Highlands Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Caribou Highlands Lodge have a pool?

Caribou Highlands Lodge features an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.One of the pools will be unavailable from November 9 2026 to November 16 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Caribou Highlands Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Caribou Highlands Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Caribou Highlands Lodge to downtown Lutsen?

Caribou Highlands Lodge is 1.9 mi away from Lutsen.

Caribou Highlands Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 433 out of 912 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 912 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 912 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 912 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 912 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place and stay here anytime we are up north!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Vary good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Beds and pillows were super comfy. Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and pleasant. Fun area to explore and easy access to bike trails, etc. fair price for great accommodations - summer or winter fun.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and the place was very clean. There were lots of activities provided by the lodge and the restaurant was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, had a good stay. Close to things to do. The onsite restaurant menu could some additional menu items.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Scenic views
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good restaurant and bar
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would like yo stay for my next visist
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here on a trip to the North Shore. After a day of hiking and exploring, it was great to come back and relax or head down to the pool. We also enjoyed the Moguls restaurant right there on the property and enjoyed an evening around the fire pit with the delicious s'mores kit provided. We have older teenagers and all enjoyed this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I was impressed on how new the room was and how clean and maintained the property was. Enjoyed hanging at the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying at Caribou Highlands Lodge, and it was just as good as the first. We were in 122A this time, and it was the perfect size for our family of 5. We enjoyed both pools and the hot tub. The best part is the location is pretty central to all the stops and towns we like to frequent. We can't recommend this place enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean and very nice! The staff was wonderful we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Good for families. Close to all the scenic fun. Could be cleaner. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Kids loved both pools!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, very well kept, very friendly, very clean. Would come back anytime.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the main living room area of our townhome. It was clean and well appropriated with all kitchen necessities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice resort but AC was very weak
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the free s’mores kits
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breathtaking views, endless hiking, the calm of the North, the wood burning fireplace, the people...everything and everyone is better out of the cities and up North. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many of the amenities are in different buildings which is fine when the weather is nice. However, the front desk is not staffed overnight. Nice location for visiting state parks.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel. Excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026