Located close to Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House, Aspen Lodge provides a firepit, laundry facilities, and a sauna. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Located in Grand Marais, Aspen Lodge is in the business district and on a lake. Pincushion Mountain and Gunflint Hills Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Superior National Forest. Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Visit our Grand Marais travel guide
208 East Hwy 61, Grand Marais, MN, 55604
What's nearby
Sivertson Gallery
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Visit Cook County Visitor Information Center
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Grand Marais Art Colony
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Cook County Court House
8 min walk - 0.7 km
North House Folk School
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
135 min drive
Restaurants
Up Yonder
2 min drive
Java Moose Espresso Cafe
8 min walk
The Fisherman’s Daughter
11 min walk
Gun Flint Tavern
8 min walk
Dairy Queen
7 min walk
About this property
Aspen Lodge
Hotel near Superior National Forest
Located close to Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House, Aspen Lodge provides a firepit, laundry facilities, and a sauna. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
An indoor pool along with sun loungers
A vending machine, a TV in the lobby, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Aspen Lodge offer thoughtful touches such as private indoor hot tubs and air conditioning, as well as amenities like desk chairs and dining tables. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Sauna
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Dining table
In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Shared microwave
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Firepit
On a lake
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
Frequently asked questions
Does Aspen Lodge have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Aspen Lodge?
As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aspen Lodge on 20 September 2026 start from AED 731, 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.
Is Aspen Lodge pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
What time is check-in at Aspen Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Aspen Lodge?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Aspen Lodge located?
Situated on a lake, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Superior National Forest, Grand Marais Art Colony, and Cook County Court House. Pincushion Mountain and Gunflint Hills Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Aspen Lodge Reviews
8.2
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.4
Cleanliness
7.4
Amenities
8.4
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 386 out of 1003 reviews
10 - Excellent
386
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1003 reviews
8 - Good
356
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1003 reviews
6 - Okay
174
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1003 reviews
4 - Poor
61
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1003 reviews
2 - Terrible
26
Reviews
Verified review
8/10 Good
Julianne
16 September 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Grayden
5 September 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were nice. Building needs a facelift
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Stephanie
1 August 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's a pretty outdated hotel, but we were able to walk to the shops downtown, which was the best part. The staff was super friendly.
Parking felt safe. Staff were helpful and friendly. Room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
RHODELLA
14 August 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel had a great view of the lake, which was definitely a highlight of our stay. However, the property itself felt quite dated and could use some updates and improvements.
Loved everything about Aspen Lodge! Little outdated rooms! Our granddaughters loved the pool and hot tub!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Steven
27 August 2026
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The sheets were clean and the blankets and carpeting needed to be replaced (a few years ago).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Terrence
24 August 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The kid at check in couldn't answer any questions other than how to get a clean towel. Our room was clean with a great lake view. We did not use the pool. Good location. Breakfast was minimal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Pam
21 August 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great view of the lake was a wonderful plus. Our room was on the third floor, which made our view spectacular, but there are no elevators. We saw this in three of the hotels we stayed in on this trip. This is an interestingly designed hotel with much potential. But it needs some TLC.
The room was very clean and it was quiet. A really nice view. I personally didn't care for climbing stairs to the third floor. Would be fine for a young person. And no coffee till after 7am...
I'm an early riser.
But, it was overall a good stay.
We really enjoyed our room on third floor with a spa tub and the views of lake Superior, however, the bath towel rack fell down and the curtain rod completely fell down and took the curtains with it twice due to them being cheap. The hotel is certainly dated. I had an issue with Expedia and had to contact them because a fire pit was specified and it turns out there's a fire pit a few blocks away, The staff had no idea what they were talking about when I confronted them about this issue otherwise great location. Nice pool area breakfast with horrible. We bought our own
Older lodge for all
Your basic needs. The pool was so fun for the kids and the hot tub was relaxing for parents. Smaller than pictured but still nice. Clean but older set up. There was breakfast (bagels, cereal, coffee etc.) very basic but so kind to have it out. Location is amazing- close to Lake Superior. Quick drive to the peninsula to explore. Overall lovely and homey. Could use a cosmetic upgrade but our needs were met staying at the Aspen Lodge!
So I rated this at 5 stars for everything because I can’t help but consider price in my ratings. This place is one of the very few affordable places in Grand Marais. I was very impressed by how clean everything was and great the amenities were. My family had so much fun in the pool (three teenagers) and we were in walking distance to everything in Grand Marais. The breakfast was bagels, (actually pretty good) bread, cereal, oatmeal. No proteins but it’s a free breakfast with the room. The coffee was good, not the instant crap some hotels have. The view from out room was pretty. Yes, it is dated. But please, keep it dated and the prices as they are!!!
There is no television or elevator at this property. Our room was clean and the continental breakfast minimal - no OJ. And no bathroom other than in your room. The restaurant, My Sister's Place, is an easy walk from the hotel and all we needed. At $186 per night, they should buy new full size smart TVs so we can at least mirror our devices.
People were nice, pool and hot tub were great. Location was super pretty. Not a world class stay with ultra fancy amenities, but for the money, it's like a 9 out of 10.
Best bidget hotel in Grand Marais with a pool and continental breakfast. We stayed 3 nights and the pool was closed the first night because they just added chemicals. The carpet is getting very stained and worn, and the staff no longer stocks enough pool towels in the pool area, so we had to ask for towels in order to use the pool. The room decor and layout is standard 1990's. But overall everything is in good shape, functional, and decently clean. The A/C, heat, TV, and fridges always work to ensure comfort during our stay. We played games at night around the included table in our room and the 3 room chairs served well for that purpose. There is a huge foyer table we could place all our luggage on for easy access without bending over. The views of the lake were spectacular from the 3rd floor and the location was convenient for accessing all the in-town attractions. This hotel always meets our expectations year after year with no regrets or unwanted surprises..