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Silver Rapids Lodge

2.5 star property

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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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459 Kawishiwi Trail, Ely, MN, 55731
  • White Iron Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • International Wolf Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Dorothy Molter Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬

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  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
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  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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  • 4 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Large Single Beds, 1 Single Bed and 3 Double Beds

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Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
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Retreat Cabin - 8 bdrms, Lakeside w/Dock | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

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  • 8 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 18
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 12 Single Beds

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Lakeside King | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Lakeside King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Lakeside Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Lakeside Double Room | 1 bedroom, bed sheets

Lakeside Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
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  • Lake view
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10.0 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 4
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About this property

Silver Rapids Lodge

Beachfront lodge for sun and fun
At Silver Rapids Lodge, hit the beach where you can enjoy motor boating, then dine on-site at Rusty Cup. Housekeeping is not available.
Silver Rapids Lodge offers 26 accommodations with free toiletries. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Silver Rapids Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Superior National Forest. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a bar.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include a meeting room, a gift shop and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes rowing/canoeing, motor boating and kayaking
  • Steps from Superior National Forest and a 3-minute drive from White Iron Lake
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
As a guest of Silver Rapids Lodge, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Silver Rapids Lodge also features gift shops/newsstands, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Ely lodge.

Rusty Cup – On-site bar.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Rusty Cup

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Property is also known as

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Silver Rapids Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 171 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mary

Travelled with group
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outside of some newer carpet, it didn't look like the place had been updated since the 1960's. NO TV or WIIFI. Lumpy old beds (probably original mattress), Old uncomfortable chairs and sofa/sleeper bed, Worst night of sleep I've had in a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roz

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the fire pit a lot. The room was satisfactory, missed having a tv, a little bit. The ceiling tile in the bathroom kept falling down. We would probably stay here again, though. Its a beautiful spot and close to Ely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great traditional lake resort in between two nice lakes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Was ok - stayed 2 nights but no breakfast/food despite a restaurant on the property. Had to walk down cement stairs to get to room. Could not enjoy view or open windows due to heavy smokers being outside quite frequently. There are talks about this property being torn down this fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Heidi

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Berlin M

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very rustic and everyone was so nice. The boys loved fishing and hanging out!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never at that place again

The place was supposed to be cabin but was old motel , no a/c no tv one little fan in room. Never again was misarable in 89 degree weather
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Debra

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Curt

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Celeste

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no hand soap in bathroom or ANY soap for that matter. It was very dusty and odorous. Their website claims amenities that are either non-existent or not working. There is no sauna, no restaurant, no homemade pizzas. It was so bad we did not stay our second night even though we paid for it. My husband is such a grace giving man, he asked me not to say anything to the attendant and simply thank her. So we did. Please update website. This was super disappointing and it could all be remedied. What awesome potential and prime location. I hope my feedback is used constructively.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location and it was quiet and close to the river! Parking was a little cramped and our coffee pot was broken. Other than that it was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Auscearl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location by the lake, outside views were lovely. Inside of cabin was very neat, clean and comfortable. Outside of cabin was rustic and showed a lot of weather wear but did not affect the inside ambiance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Carrie, Coon Rapids

Travelled with family
they advertise Internet, but there is no Internet in the rooms. They should clearly state that. They could easily update the furniture and carpeting in the rooms. Also the steps leading down to the bottom level of the building needs to be replaced for safety reasons.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never Again

The pictures of the room showed a stove and full size refrigerator -- the reality is a small refrigerator and no stove. The carpet was peeling up from the floor and we were lucky it wasn't hot out because the air conditioner is missing the control knob. There is no wifi, no TV and no landline in the room. Some of their docks were partially submerged and very difficult to traverse from shore. There are campsites almost right outside the door of the room and no soundproofing -- you can hear everything in the rooms next door and outside. The drop ceiling is in pretty rough shape and virtually zero water pressure in the shower. Will not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024