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The Shoreline Inn

2.0 star property
Beachside fun near Grand Marais Art Colony

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The Shoreline Inn, steps from Lake Superior, blends comfort and natural beauty. Guests enjoy a snack bar, terrace with outdoor furniture, and in-room WiFi. The Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House are a short walk away.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lakeside | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Lakeside

7.4 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Room, Lakeside (1 Double & 1 Twin Room ) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Lakeside (1 Double & 1 Twin Room )

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Village King | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Village King

7.8 out of 10
Good
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Village Queen | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Village Queen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Village 1 Double & 1 Twin Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Village 1 Double & 1 Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lakeside | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lakeside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
20 Broadway, Grand Marais, MN, 55604

What's nearby

  • Sivertson Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cook County Court House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cook County Public Tennis Courts - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • North Shore Health - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Fish Market - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Fisherman’s Daughter - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Java Moose Espresso Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Shoreline Inn

Hotel near Lake Superior
Located close to Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House, The Shoreline Inn provides free continental breakfast and a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, a vending machine, and games
  • A TV in the lobby, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Shoreline Inn feature comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and digital channels

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Children's games
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 dogs reside at this property
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

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 day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Shoreline Inn Grand Marais
Shoreline Grand Marais
The Shoreline Inn Hotel
The Shoreline Inn Grand Marais
The Shoreline Inn Hotel Grand Marais

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shoreline Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Shoreline Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shoreline Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Shoreline Inn located?

Located in Grand Marais, this beachfront hotel is in the city center, just steps from Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House are also within 10 minutes.

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The Shoreline Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 232 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 155 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 71 out of 1002 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room is dated but the location is perfect! Desk staff was very nice and they had a very good continental breakfast choices!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Gretchen

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Coffee was fresh, need gluten free options, daily light housekeeping(4 day stay)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was safe, room was very clean and roomy, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel is located near all the shops and lake. We were able to walk to all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra K

Liked: Staff & service
We have stayed here multiple times over the past 15-20 years. The staff members were helpful and friendly.The Shoreline is an older hotel and has become a bit worn, but it is a good bargain for Grand Marais: comfy bed, quiet, safe, and right on the beautiful shoreline of Lake Superior.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent for continental. Property has huge deferred maintenance. There were dirty tissues and other debris under the bed and the ceiling light didn’t work. The location is excellent. Parking on site.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

thomas

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is fantastic. Prices are reasonable. The building needs tremendous amount of maintenance and upkeep, which is not being done after numerous stays at this property.? Don’t understand why they don’t fix basic things here!?
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Oaster

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful experience at the Shoreline Inn! The location in downtown Grand Marais right on the water was lovely and convenient to shops, restaurants, and a bookstore! Staff members Monica and Carmen were so helpful. I look forward to staying here again in the future! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was run down, not clean, broken windows, swarm of flies in the lobby. Not the kind of hotel Expedia should be using.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Georgette

Beautiful views..good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
We felt the biggest asset to this hotel was the outside patio facing Lake Superior. unfortunately, we never sat out there because it was generally unkept and lots of bird droppings. The windows in our room were also so full of bird droppings, so disgusting we were reluctant to open our drapes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

2/10 Terrible

Nathaniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
place was moldy and needed repairs everywhere. place should not be available to rent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tom

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was nice, and location is great. The building needs a lot of work. Our bathroom sink was clogged the whole time despite several efforts to fix. There were buckets in the hallway to catch the water from the leaking roof. Looks like general maintenance has been neglected. Liked that it was dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quaint hotel that felt like home right on the shoreline in Grand Marais. The staff was fantastic and accommodating. Lovely place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My go to place, it’s funky and outdated, but I love that about this place. It just has a 1960-79’s vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Liked location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Elaine

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very outdated. The room would have had a great view of the lake if it had new or clean windows. One window we couldn't open because there was no screen. The main window was so old it had condensation and really couldn't look out. There was cobwebs and spiders in the window. The one chair in the room looked like it had been there for 20 years. The carpet was stained. We were there for 4 nights and had no housekeeping whatsoever. The place had an amazing patio but again the outside furniture looked like it has been there 20 years. On the patio it would have been nice to have some type of heat. Either a firepit or propane heater. The front desk staff was very nice. Adequate continental breakfast and hot coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Tonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean and the staff were very friendly! Great location and beautiful lake views. Hotel definitely needs a some work.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here over the past four years and always have a good experience here. The breakfasts are always good and filling. Very easy to move round to the lake and other places.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, close to everything. Could’ve been cleaner. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Danny

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
location,location,location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The view is everything!! Very friendly helpful staff as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Laura

Disliked: Amenities
If you don’t mind stained carpet and dated furniture, no air conditioning and a very packaged food breakfast, the location and terrace were great for visiting Grand Marais
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Janice

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The windows to see the lake view was clouded over. The room was dirty. There is no A/C, they said the sea breeze cools down the room. That is not true, because there was only one small window that had a screen. Also, if people have a bon fire outside the window you can't have the window open. The person checking us in was helpful and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025