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South Pier Inn

2.5 star property
Beach fun, near Aerial Lift Bridge

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Waterfront hotel with balconies and stunning views of the adjacent body of water.
Enjoy a serene view of the water and city from the comfort of this room, featuring a bed, armchair, and desk with a coffee maker.
Relax in style on this rooftop patio with a fire pit and Adirondack chairs, overlooking a scenic metal structure.
Relax in a stylish office space with a leather sofa, ottoman, and bookshelf.
Relax in our inviting lobby with comfortable seating, a fireplace, and stunning views.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P12,738
P14,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20

Room options

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

Enjoy a serene view of the water from the large window, with a comfortable sitting area and a fireplace.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Relax in comfort with a fireplace, scenic views, and a cozy seating area.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Enjoy a serene view of the water from the comfort of this room, featuring a plush bed and cozy seating area.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Enjoy a serene view of the water and city from the comfort of this room, featuring a bed, armchair, and desk with a coffee maker.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Bay View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV, plus a balcony with a view of the surrounding area.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Cozy retreat with a bed, desk, and flat-screen TV, plus a window with curtains and framed artwork.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (no water view)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Cozy living room with a fireplace, flat-screen TV, and a sofa, offering a view of a body of water.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
701 S Lake Ave, Duluth, MN, 55802

What's nearby

  • Aerial Lift Bridge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Great Lakes Aquarium - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bayfront Festival Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Duluth Entertainment Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grandma's Saloon & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lyric Kitchen Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hoops Brewing - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Lucé Duluth - ‬15 min walk

About this property

South Pier Inn

Hotel near Aerial Lift Bridge
Located close to Great Lakes Aquarium and Bayfront Festival Park, South Pier Inn provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A nature reserve, a video library, and a vending machine
  • Games, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and walkable location
Room features
All guestrooms at South Pier Inn feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 (32 inches 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available

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
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Frequently asked questions

Is South Pier Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at South Pier Inn?

As of Aug 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Pier Inn on Aug 19, 2025 start from P 12,737.92, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at South Pier Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at South Pier Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at South Pier Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is South Pier Inn located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Park Point hotel is in the historical district and within a 10-minute walk of Aerial Lift Bridge and Great Lakes Aquarium. Bayfront Festival Park and Lakewalk are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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South Pier Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 822 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our go-to place to stay in Duluth. Great location, always clean, excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was fantastic! Walkable to shopping, dining, and water views.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved watching the ships come through the canal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite a lovely place to stay Very hospitable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a fabulous place to stay. Even the breakfast pastries were made from a local bakery. Delicious...and special.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff that checked us in, was very helpful on where to eat and And things to see and do in the area and about the ships coming through the channel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the view of this location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property! Very clean and well stocked. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of the bridge was awesome! We liked that we were within walking distance of the canal and many places were just across the bridge.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Watching the 1,000 foot ore boats go by in the channel,very clean and well cared for property,like our stay,just very pricey.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful to be so close to the ships coming in the canal
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the lake. Quiet area, perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We came to Duluth for a concert and the location worked great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
By far one of the best hotels I've ever stayed in. The view from the Jacuzzi suite room is breathtaking and canal park is right across the bridge.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideally located

Ideally set directly next to the lift bridge and minutes drive to the Aquarium and Train Museum! Easy in and out and lots of dining just over the bridge! Our second stay here! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

olney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place ! Unique in that it is right by the bridge. You just walk over for eating, shopping and things to do. Get to watch the bridge. If you are in a hurry , you may get caught by the bridge being lifted, but that is a minor inconvenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great; quiet and relaxing. Able to walk to restaurants and bars. Could easily watch the ships come down the canal.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Duluth fun!

Always a great spot in Duluth, walkable, views, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great service and cleanliness. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odelis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loves it. Nice clean rooms. Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely perfect

We had a great stay, everyone including all the people visiting were wonderful. It’s a great location at the bottom of the lift bridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can't get a better location if you are a ship nerd, or just like to be near the water. Great views, convenient location for the Canal Park area, and pleasant, attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025