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The Shoreline Inn

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel within walking distance of Grand Marais Art Colony

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Superior Triple Room | Lake view
Village King | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
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Room, Lakeside (1 Double & 1 Twin Room ) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Superior Triple Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Perched near Lake Superior, The Shoreline Inn offers a warm welcome with its snack bar and outdoor furniture. Guests can unwind on the charming terrace, connect to in-room WiFi, or explore the nearby Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • On the beach
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Limited housekeeping

Room options

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Village Queen | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Village Queen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Village 1 Double & 1 Twin Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Village 1 Double & 1 Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lakeside | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lakeside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Lakeside (1 Double & 1 Twin Room ) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, Lakeside (1 Double & 1 Twin Room )

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lakeside | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Lakeside

7.4 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Village King | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Village King

7.8 out of 10
Good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
20 Broadway, Grand Marais, MN, 55604

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Pincushion Mountain - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Gunflint Hills Golf Course - 10 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Angry Trout Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Fish Market - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Fisherman’s Daughter - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gun Flint Tavern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Shoreline Inn

The Shoreline Inn offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Superior. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and cross-country skiing, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 29 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave

Traveling with children

  • Children's games

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Bike storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 5 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Does The Shoreline Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Shoreline Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Shoreline Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Shoreline Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Shoreline Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Shoreline Inn and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for boat tours and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. The Shoreline Inn also has access to a nearby indoor pool.

What's the area around The Shoreline Inn like?

The Shoreline Inn is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Lake Superior and 6 minutes' walk from Grand Marais Art Colony. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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The Shoreline Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
View
Breakfast
Lake
Water
Bed
Patios
Shower

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clean, neat, safe, quiet location and friendly staff.
Dan, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

great location and very nice staff
Terry, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Karla, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

The location is amazing! Small older motel was perfect for our stay and price. Could use some TLC in areas.
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great experience, but could use some updates.
Ashley, 3-night trip

4/10 Poor

Very outdated and run down property. The location is great but not enough to save this place. The smells were really the hardest part to get over. Very stinky, stained carpets and just plain filthy!
Gillian, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Right in downtown. Great location!
Lucas, 2-night trip

4/10 Poor

Hotel is in a great location with great views of the lake. Right in town so walkable to shops and restaurants and harbor. Hotel is old (1950’s) and is in disrepair. Buckets in hallway to catch rainwater from leaking roof. Room doors are loose from the hinges and need to be lifted to close them.
Gregory, 3-night trip

4/10 Poor

Hotel was run down, not clean, broken windows, swarm of flies in the lobby. Not the kind of hotel Expedia should be using.
James, 3-night trip

2/10 Terrible

The water was hot, They need vase improvements on repairs. Staff was very friendly out of their control for conditions of the building and rooms!
Nancu, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

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.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice.
Grant, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely
travis, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

There is no air-conditioning. This was fine as it cooled off in the evenings while we were there. Hopefully it does for you as well. Very friendly Staff. No issues at all. Its not up to date. Its perfect! Maybe a bit over priced. Worlds greatest doughnuts right next door. 😋
Vincent, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Patricia Oaster, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Nice to find a lower price than other hotels and to be right on Lake Superior. It’s an older building with leaks and some issues. But the bed was comfortable, and it helps to have a fridge and microwave available.
Margaret, 3-night trip

2/10 Terrible

The bedding was from the late 1980’s. After taking to a handful of local community business owners I learned the owner of this property also owns three more in town. The conditions were appalling- mold, dirt, furnishings broken, and luke warm water and way to drain tub. I met former staff who informed me that the owner resides out of state and never checks in. I am appalled that state and city allows these buildings to be operational. To top it off I heard from three sources that the local food pantry has been used at times to provide breakfast items for guests. This is outrageous.
Patio furniture that was mismatched, in disrepair and dilapidated. Ruined the natural beauty and overall tidiness of this amazing community.
Missing door knob on hotel room. Falling ceiling tiles and water stain molded carpets.
Tiny Blow dryer that barely worked and falling apart notebook. Board games, books and furniture throughout falling apart.
Squatter like conditions in a hotel with paying guests.
Angela, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

This right on Lake Superior with great views!
Rodney E, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Great location,that’s it. It was an old property, not kept up. Our faucet in the bathroom was loose, floors weren’t clean. Ceiling in hallway falling in…. It’s lakefront but forget that.. the picture showing the lakefront patio must have been 20 years old. It was disgusting! Seagull poop everywhere, dirty and all the lounge chair cushions should have been replaced 10 years ago. Do yourself a favor, spend a little more money and stay elsewhere.
Spence, 2-night trip

4/10 Poor

Staff were nice, and the location was excellent. Great water views. Easy walk to everything in Grand Marais. However, carpeting was too old to look clean, there were two wet towels from previous guests hanging on the back of the bathroom door. Towels were frayed. Found mouldy bread in the breakfast area, where both coffee carafes had orange handles marked "not decaf." Again, nice staff, but the place needs a re-do.
David, 3-night trip

4/10 Poor

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.
Tom, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

Was fine for a night stay, but the property, room and amenities feel old. Breakfast was somewhat limited and felt it could have started earlier. Staff was friendly, but this place needs some TLC.
Nick, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Spectacular sunrise
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice place, great view
Craig, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

My go to place, it’s funky and outdated, but I love that about this place. It just has a 1960-79’s vibe.
Mary, 2-night trip