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South Pier Inn

Property class: 2.5

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Lake
Lobby sitting area
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hot Tub, Bay View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Bay View | Premium bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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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

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

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

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

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
(11 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed (no water view)

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

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  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
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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. 839 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1000 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Very clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, very welcoming and suggestions for dinner! I will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing and the room was super clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place is a beautiful getaway. The room was very clean and smelled nice. I loved the view of the bridge and how there was even a little balcony to hang out on and watch the ships come to port. The fireplace puts out a ton of heat which was amazing. The breakfast was a collaboration of local vendors and the food was fresh and delicious. Even the coffee was on point. The staff was courtious and knowledgeable about the surrounding area. This place has a lot to offer. 10 out of 10 would visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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

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

10/10 Excellent

kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Incredible room with an amazing views of the city and tankers going through lift bridge. Wonderful staff and healthy breakfast. Four enthusiastic thumbs up!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty great quiet place. Got a junior sweet. Had an awesome view. Easy parking. Easy check in and out. Fireplace and Jacuzzi were very fun. WiFi wasn’t the best. Would definitely book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Room was beautiful. There were rose petals all around and the view of the bridge and canal were amazing. Briefly met a couple of the owners and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view, cozy room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great check in experience and beds are phenomenal
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

8/10 Good

Paige

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was absolutely amazing! Very clean and fresh smelling. The view was BEAUTIFUL! I couldn't have asked for a better experience when it came to the room. The reason for the 4 stars- the breakfast was bare minimum. The "parfait bar" consisted of half frozen yogurt with a couple toppings to choose from. Coffee was not the greatest either. But other than that. Room was spectacular!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its cool
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane, Stevens Point

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time there. Enjoyed walking everywhere and relaxing by the outdoor fire.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the check in was smooth. It had more amenities than we used, due to it being -10 F. I imagine this place is gorgeous In the summer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy rooms and bed, friendly staff, beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025