The Best Hotels Closest to St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area in Minneapolis - St. Paul for 2026

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A spacious cafe with large windows, wooden tables, and a stone wall.

A lobby with stone walls, a fireplace, seating areas, and a bar.

A spacious lobby with a modern interior, featuring a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee table with books, and large windows offering a view of the street outside.

A spacious lobby with a large sofa, two armchairs, and a coffee table. There are large windows with arched tops, a stone wall, and a view of the outside.

1. Lora

3.1 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Leanne

AED 632

AED 707 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A view through a window of a parking lot with a building in the background.

A white double door with two wreaths, a statue, and Christmas lights.

A restaurant with a checkered floor, red curtains, and chandeliers. Tables are set with white tablecloths and red napkins.

A lobby with a chandelier, a red armchair, a statue, and an 'EXIT' sign.

2. Lowell Inn

2.9 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Joshua

AED 523

AED 590 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.

A reception desk with a sign reading "WATER STREET" and a digital display.

A bar with Guinness and Harp beer signs, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A brick building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a Christmas tree.

3. Water Street Inn

2.9 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

patricia

AED 438

AED 490 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Comfort Suites hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A modern dining area with yellow and blue chairs, wooden tables, and a counter with a blue accent wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a yellow ottoman.

A spacious living area with a blue sofa, a coffee table, and a stone accent wall.

4. Comfort Suites Hudson I-94

14.8 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Rebecca

AED 372

AED 403 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a sign above the desk that says "Royal Inn Welcome".

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a sign for Royal Inn.

A hotel room with a desk, a telephone, a lamp, and a television displaying a welcome message.

A showerhead with water flowing from it.

5. Royal Inn - Hudson I-94 (Self Check-In)

13.8 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Tom Van

AED 273

AED 309 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a covered entrance.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

A modern hotel corridor with wooden paneling, a staircase, and a snack bar with various packaged goods.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hudson I-94 by IHG

13.6 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Marla

AED 408

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A restaurant with a stone facade and a red entrance.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a console table with decorative items.

An outdoor patio with seating, umbrellas, and a stone fireplace.

7. Best Western Plus White Bear Country Inn

16.7 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Betsy

AED 355

AED 385 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet setup with various food items and a beverage station.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, and a wall-mounted shelf.

A modern hotel with a brick facade, multiple parking spaces, and a welcoming entrance.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a patterned rug, and a wall with a large 'explore.' sign.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Paul Oakdale/Woodbury

18.1 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

rich

AED 340

AED 371 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a couch, and a large window with curtains.

A swimming pool area with a lifeguard stand, chairs, and spa rules sign.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a signboard.

A hotel room with a checkered carpet, a desk with a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a door leading to a kitchenette.

9. Comfort Inn Saint Paul East

18.2 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Song

AED 327

AED 356 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and blue umbrellas.

A modern kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a wooden table, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a dresser, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a framed floral artwork on the wall.

A brick building with a covered entrance and a sign for AmeriInn Motel & Suites.

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Stillwater

6.3 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Amy

AED 314

AED 350 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered lobby, multiple floors, and a prominent 'La Quinta' sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a large 'WOODBURY' sign on the wall, a staircase, and two reception desks.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a green cushioned bench, and a large window offering a view of the cityscape.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham St. Paul-Woodbury

20.2 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Jackson

AED 378

AED 423 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, green walls, and framed pictures of landscapes.

A compact living space with a blue armchair, a microwave, a refrigerator, wooden cabinets, and a lamp.

A two-story building with a red exterior and a small tower-like structure.

A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and fireplace.

12. Hudson Inn & Suites

14 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Terry

AED 300

AED 354 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a round table with a lamp, a chair, and a large mirror on the wall.

A living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee table with decorative items.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a sign that reads 'LODGING'.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

13. Ironwood Lodge, Lake Elmo, Series by Marriott

18 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Angela

AED 492

AED 533 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Stillwater MN

5.7 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Anna

AED 308

AED 345 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, a separate hot tub area, and lounge chairs along the poolside.

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking area.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, seating area, and a Starbucks coffee machine.

15. Courtyard by Marriott St Paul Woodbury

18.4 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Viktoriia

AED 418

AED 468 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with orange chairs.

A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a patterned carpet.

A courtyard with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a brick building in the background.

A modern lounge area with comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a large TV screen.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott St. Paul Woodbury

18.5 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Sara

AED 525

AED 588 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, air conditioning units, and a sign reading "Best Western PLUS".

A hotel lobby with a coffee station, a snack bar, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and two framed pictures on the walls.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a coffee machine, and a sign indicating an exit.

17. Best Western Plus Hudson I-94

14.8 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Miriam

AED 343

AED 372 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, brick facade, and snow-covered surroundings.

A formal dining area with round tables, white tablecloths, and black napkins.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, a lifeguard chair, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small side table, a chair, and a wall-mounted artwork.

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites St. Paul-Woodbury by IHG

17.3 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Denise

AED 419

AED 510 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a wine rack, and a bar area.

A hotel with a brick facade, a flag, and a parking lot with cars.

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, two armchairs, a small table, and a bookshelf.

A sign for 'SWiRL WINE CLUB SHOP BAR' with a flower bed in front.

19. Afton House Inn

20 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

DIANE

AED 496

AED 563 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a ceiling fan.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent American Inn by Wyndham sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a sofa.

A reception desk with a wooden panel design, a clock, and a sign reading "AmericInn by Wyndham".

20. AmericInn by Wyndham Hudson

14.8 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

John

AED 303

AED 329 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lora	9.4 Exceptional 792 reviews	View
Lowell Inn	8.8 Excellent 519 reviews	View
Water Street Inn	8.2 Very good 1,009 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Hudson I-94	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Royal Inn - Hudson I-94 (Self Check-In)	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View

Top St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown

8/10 Good

"Nice property, wonderful staff but gym not so much. Overall a great stay."

Celeste of St Paul

10/10 Excellent

"I love how unique the Celeste is. I have stayed here 3x and each has been good. The room is clean and I love the location. I have yet to have a drink in the bar, but, have heard they are great! And I have not had haunted experiences. It’s simple yet full of character."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Roseville - St. Paul

10/10 Excellent

"quick trip to mpls - location easy to access"

Water Street Inn

10/10 Excellent

"N/A"

Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was weak. Night staff was very helpful!"

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

10/10 Excellent

"Walking distance to the mall of America. Can catch the blue line at Mall of America and it will bring you to the us bank stadium for the football game for only $4 return. I liked that items were labeled in the breakfast with gluten free items available."

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This was one of the nicest hotels I have ever stayed at in St. Paul. My son has appts at Children's Hospital every 2 weeks for heart failure so this will be our new place to stay. You cannot beat the ammenities. They had a free dinner of chicken tacos and they were divine. Helpful, friendly staff and very clean hotel/rooms A+++!"

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown St. Paul

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice staff."

DoubleTree by Hilton St. Paul East

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed the weekend at the hotel. It was absolutely perfect.We ordered room service.We were going to dine in and then decided to have the meal in the room.You have to order the mozzarella curds, only 11 bucks.You don't even get that price at a bar and grill. The ranch is homemade. The beds were clean and comfortable. When you walked in the room , it smelled amazing. My husband tried out the pool in hot tub and said it was great. We will definitely stay again say gon."

Other attractions near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

A wooden bench overlooking a calm lake surrounded by trees.

St. Croix State Park

9.6/10 (60 reviews)

You can take time to visit St. Croix State Park during your travels to Stillwater. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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A bridge with two towers, a crane, and a netted area by the water.

Lowell Park

9.4/10 (101 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lowell Park, a lovely green space in Stillwater. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum

9.0/10 (46 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum in Stillwater. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Warden's House Museum

8.6/10 (28 reviews)

Find out about the history of Stillwater with a stop at Warden's House Museum. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Lift Bridge Brewing Company

9.4/10 (138 reviews)

You can take time to visit Lift Bridge Brewing Company during your travels to Stillwater. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Loggers Trail Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Grant at Loggers Trail Golf Course. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Long Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Lake during your travels in Stillwater. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Saint Croix Vineyards

9.0/10 (11 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Saint Croix Vineyards during your travels to Grant. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area?

St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area is located in Stillwater. Travelers like this family-friendly area for its restaurants and bars. You'll find 86 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area?

Water Street Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and a fitness center. It's located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area. Other good options in the area include Wingate by Wyndham St. Paul/Oakdale/Woodbury and DoubleTree by Hilton St. Paul East.

How many hotels can I expect to find near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area?

Expedia has 86 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area?

Explore nature at Lowell Park and Long Lake. St. Croix State Park, Saint Croix Vineyards, and Lift Bridge Brewing Company are worth a stop while you're in the area. Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum, Warden's House Museum, and Loggers Trail Golf Course are a few additional nearby sights.

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Our top choices for St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area hotels

1. Lora

2. Lowell Inn

3. Water Street Inn

4. Comfort Suites Hudson I-94

5. Royal Inn - Hudson I-94 (Self Check-In)

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hudson I-94 by IHG

7. Best Western Plus White Bear Country Inn

8. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Paul Oakdale/Woodbury

9. Comfort Inn Saint Paul East

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Stillwater

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham St. Paul-Woodbury

12. Hudson Inn & Suites

13. Ironwood Lodge, Lake Elmo, Series by Marriott

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Stillwater MN

15. Courtyard by Marriott St Paul Woodbury

16. Residence Inn by Marriott St. Paul Woodbury

17. Best Western Plus Hudson I-94

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites St. Paul-Woodbury by IHG

19. Afton House Inn

20. AmericInn by Wyndham Hudson

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Top St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown

Celeste of St Paul

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Roseville - St. Paul

Water Street Inn

Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown St. Paul

DoubleTree by Hilton St. Paul East

Other attractions near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

St. Croix State Park

Lowell Park

Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum

Warden's House Museum

Lift Bridge Brewing Company

Loggers Trail Golf Course

Long Lake

Saint Croix Vineyards

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