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South Pier Inn

2.5 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Canal View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Bay View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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701 S Lake Ave, Duluth, MN, 55802
  • Place, Aerial Lift Bridge
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Lakes Aquarium
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bayfront Festival Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony (no water view)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Canal View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Canal View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub, Canal View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub, Canal View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub, Bay View

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub, Bay View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub, Bay View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Bay View

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Bay View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Hot Tub, Bay View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Bay View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Bay View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed (no water view) | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (no water view)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony (no water view)

Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony (no water view)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
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includes taxes & fees
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About this property

South Pier Inn

Coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area and a 24-hour front desk are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, tour/ticket assistance and a garden are on-site.
South Pier Inn offers 29 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
South Pier Inn's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Aerial Lift Bridge. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a gift shop, a terrace and library
  • Guests have great things to say about the area's walkability and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Aerial Lift Bridge and 8 minutes on foot from Great Lakes Aquarium
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at South Pier Inn. Self parking is free.

This Duluth hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Games
  • Library
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (81 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2002
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
A valid credit card must be presented at check-in, and the hotel will place a pre-authorization on cards.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

South Pier Inn Duluth
South Pier Inn
South Pier Duluth
South Pier
South Pier Inn On The Canal Hotel Duluth
South Pier Inn Hotel
South Pier Inn Duluth
South Pier Inn Hotel Duluth

South Pier Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 846 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1007 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at this quiet, convenient and scenic place!
Sunset from room 701
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erich

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, within walking distance to all the attractions..i will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was wonderful, the view awesome, and the staff courteous and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

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Very clean and loved the staff and view from our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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Wonderful place to stay.very clean and well kept. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Beautiful view of the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally clean room and lobby area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Breanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy rooms and bed, friendly staff, beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leonard J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, quiet, very roomy and airy , lots of unusual incidentals. Favorite place in Canal Park !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great check in experience and beds are phenomenal
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, private and the view was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place, great location, very comfortable bed. Would definitely stay here again. Make sure your fridge is plugged in
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

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The view was amazing and the room was super clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne M

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Courteous staff, very welcoming and suggestions for dinner! I will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

The room was spotless, the staff was uniformly courteous and the stay was very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Room was really nice clean and comfortable. Location was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was incredibly clean for how many amenities that were in it. The balcony would be perfect during summer and fall trips. The Inn is dated, but it has so much charm and character. I’d 100% take this over a Hampton inn.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay in Duluth, clean and the views of the canal/lake are spectacular
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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Very nice on all, highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, clean rooms, quiet, great hot tub and fireplace. Comfortable bed and pillows. Very cute place. Simple continental breakfast, but good coffee :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, clean and comfortable with good coffee and nice pastries
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. The room was awesome, very clean and comfortable. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fabulous hotel at a perfect location. Room had so many nice touches. High ceilings, fireplace, ceiling fan, and a perfect continental breakfast. Could sit in the hot tub and look out massive windows over the bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026