Harbor Inn Self Check-In Hotel, Grand Marais

Harbor Inn Self Check-In Hotel - A 2-star lakefront hotel with self check-in and downtown access

Located on the north side of Grand Marais Harbor in the heart of downtown, this 2-star hotel provides walking access to festivals, unique shops, and destination restaurants. All rooms at Harbor Inn feature views of Lake Superior, comfortable bedding with pillow top mattresses, flat screen cable TVs, free WiFi, and seating areas. The property operates with self check-in via text message instructions on arrival day without a front desk. Nearby landmarks include Grand Marais Court House (0.5 miles), Grand Marais Lighthouse (0.5 miles), and various galleries within 0.5 miles. Outdoor activities accessible from Harbor Inn Self Check-In Hotel include kayaking, fishing on Gunflint Trail lakes, and hiking the Superior Hiking Trail. The hotel is not pet-friendly and charges $350 for deep cleaning if pets or smoking are detected in rooms. Room capacities range from 2 to 6 persons depending on room type.

Pros

Direct views of Lake Superior from all rooms

Walking distance to downtown festivals, shops, and restaurants

Free WiFi available in all guestrooms

Pillow top mattresses and comfortable bedding in each room

Cons

No on-site dining options or restaurant

Self check-in process requires mobile phone access