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South Pier Inn

2.5 star property
Beach hotel near Bayfront Festival Park

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Lake
Property grounds
Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area
Aerial view
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
701 S Lake Ave, Duluth, MN, 55802
  • Popular LocationAerial Lift Bridge1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBayfront Festival Park13 min walk
  • Popular LocationLakewalk3 min drive
  • AirportDuluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)13 min drive

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Bay View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Bay View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 308 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub, Canal View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub, Canal View

9.8/10 Exceptional
  • 503 sq ft
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Canal View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Canal View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 308 sq ft
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bay View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bay View

9/10 Wonderful
  • 308 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony (no water view) | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony (no water view)

9.5/10 Exceptional
  • 266 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (no water view) | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (no water view)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 266 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub, Bay View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub, Bay View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 503 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Duluth

Steps from the beach.You'll be steps from Aerial Lift Bridge and within a 10-minute walk of Great Lakes Aquarium with a stay at this Park Point hotel. Bayfront Festival Park and Lakewalk are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 1 min walk
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 13 min walk
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 16 min walk
  • Lakewalk - 3 min drive
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Grandma's Saloon & Grill - 4 min walk
  • Lyric Kitchen Bar - 17 min walk
  • R.T. Quinlan's Saloon - 17 min walk
  • Dubh Linn Pub & Billiards - 16 min walk
  • Pizza Lucé Duluth - 15 min walk

About this property

South Pier Inn

Beach hotel near Bayfront Festival Park
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at South Pier Inn. Self parking is free.

This Duluth hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2002
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
South Pier Inn offers 29 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Duluth hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Games
  • Library
  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (32 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
A valid credit card must be presented at check-in, and the hotel will place a pre-authorization on cards.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. 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, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

South Pier Inn Duluth
South Pier Inn
South Pier Duluth
South Pier
South Pier Inn On The Canal Hotel Duluth
South Pier Inn Hotel
South Pier Inn Duluth
South Pier Inn Hotel Duluth

Frequently asked questions

How close is South Pier Inn to the airport?

South Pier Inn is 7.2 mi (14-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 South Pier Inn?

As of Jun 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Pier Inn on Jun 4, 2024 start from $161.49, excluding 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 South Pier Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at South Pier Inn.

How close is South Pier Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 1.4 mi (3-min drive) from Park Point Beach.

Does South Pier Inn offer free breakfast?

South Pier Inn offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at South Pier Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Fond-du-Luth Casino (18-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at South Pier Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at South Pier Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does South Pier Inn have a pool?

South Pier Inn does not have a pool.

Does South Pier Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is South Pier Inn to downtown Duluth?

South Pier Inn is 0.8 mi away from Duluth.

South Pier Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 784 out of 980 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 980 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 980 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 980 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 980 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front row seat to the aerial bridge! Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room. Couldn't get closer to the water. The room was quiet. You couldn't hear the other guests. I will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the lake. Shopping was within walking. The room was quite. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

XINYI

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I asbolutely enjoyed the stay with my husband and my 16mo old baby. Very nice staff. We were luck to meet owner at the lobby after breakfast. He told us more stories about this property and the waves at Canal Park from a photo book. I love how these stories were put together and ready to be shared with guests. I feel bad that if we didn’t have the unexpected encounter in the morning, we would have missed these stories. We never thought of opening those photo books in the lobby or really paying much attention to what was presented to us silently. Now I realized that so many things were so carefully put together and well thought out. I loved our stay, service offered and the wonderful cranberry wild rice toast served as breakfast. :) we will come back. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What an amazing place to stay!
Always an amazing time. Quiet, comfy, clean and the most amazing service!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place right on the water, beautiful rooms, close to Canal Park. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Shawn

Traveled with partner
I didn’t like that we didn’t have hot water the night of our stay, which means we couldn’t use the hot tub or the shower, I would’ve appreciated a heads up at arrival since they knew there was a water issue, and didn’t mention it to us, and I would’ve appreciated some communication back when I called the evening of our day to find out what was going on. We didn’t have water until the morning. We were leaving this frustrating after traveling a great distance and spending a lot of money to stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024