The Washburn Inn - On the Lake

Hotels
Independent
8.4 (293 reviews)
123 Harbor View Drive, Washburn, Wisconsin, 54891 , Washburn , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Express check-out
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Express check-in/check-out
Picnic area
Downhill skiing nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Scenic location
Cons:
Room cleanliness issues
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.93
Clean rooms reported, but some guests mentioned issues with room odors and pests.
Service
9.4
Guests praised the helpful staff, with one example being assistance with battery issues.
Location
9.44
Beautiful location on the lake with access to hiking trails and nearby amenities.
Room Quality
7.89
Mixed feedback: decent comfort, but some issues like temperature and lack of amenities noted.
Amenities
7.42
Limited amenities reported; no breakfast and basic facilities provided.
Value for Money
7.88
Some guests felt the pricing was high compared to offerings.
Food and Beverage
8.43
On-site restaurant praised for food quality, though not always available.
Overall Experience
8.8
Overall positive stay, despite some issues with facilities and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 00:44

Property Description

Lakefront Location with Stunning Views:
Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Superior from the terrace and garden, creating a serene and picturesque setting for your stay.

Dining and Leisure Options:
Indulge in delicious meals at the hotel's restaurant or grab a quick bite at the snack bar/deli. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge after a long day of exploring.

Convenient Amenities:
Benefit from amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk for a hassle-free stay. Plus, take advantage of free parking and coffee/tea in the common area.

Don't miss out on a relaxing stay at The Washburn Inn - On the Lake. Book now to experience comfort and convenience by Lake Superior.

Important information:

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DLH

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 293 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.93
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.44
Room Quality: 7.89
Amenities: 7.42
Value for Money: 7.88
Food and Beverage: 8.43
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Susan friends
10
Pros:

Wonderful and friendly staff. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Beautiful location. Very affordable rates.

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
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steve
10
Pros:

NICE HOTEL, RIGHT ON THE BAY. RESTAURANT NEXT DOOR VERY GOOD.

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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Mary
10
Pros:

Nice, clean hotel with nice restaurant on site.

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
E
Eric
8
Pros:

Short walk (1/4mi) to Washburn marina, restaurants, bars, and historic sites.

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
D
Denise
8
Pros:

Nice area to walk pets. Beautiful view. Adding at least a granola bar with coffee would be nice. No breakfast.

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
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Jim and Karrene partner
8
Pros:

Good location clean and comfortable room. Friendly staff. Would definitely say there again.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Kathleen
8
Pros:

Excellent stay. Our room was clean, well stocked, and quiet.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
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Melanie
6
Pros:

Hotel overall was average. Description online listed the property as pet friendly, which it is not as suggested. There is no designated area outside to take pets for relief, no bags for clean-up and no trash can to dispose of waste. The area around the hotel is private residences, other rental properties and a marina with a restaurant. In my opinion, these not acceptable areas to walk pets and then not provide places to dispose of waste. The hotel website also does not specify that your pet is not allowed to be in the room unattended. We were surprised by the hotel mgr/owner following us to our car, as we were unloading our bags to ask us if we had our pet with us, as pets are not to be left unattended.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
J
John
6
Pros:

Bed was not comfortable.

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
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Cheryl partner
8
Pros:

The hotel is dated, no microwave, had a funny smell. Women at check in wasn’t very friendly.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
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james family
2
Pros:

This was the absolute worst hotel we have ever stayed at. First there was no maid service which should have been disclosed when booking. The bathroom lights power went out in the middle of 2 different morning showers. There were cob webs on the ceiling. Multiple spider webs in the window sill. We paid $200/night to stay in absolute trash. Avoid at all costs. They couldnt even fill the kleenex box....

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
B
Brittany
8
Pros:

Clean room

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
R
Roberta family
8
Pros:

Excellent staff

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
J
Jordan
10
Pros:

This was a good cheap clean option. It was exactly what we wanted. Bang for buck!!

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
M
Michael friends
10
Pros:

Very clean, safe room, excellent sleeping/matress, very good customer service!

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
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Paula partner
8
Pros:

Nice location with pretty harbor view. Restaurant next door was good. No breakfast onsite but Coco cafe a few blocks away was excellent. Only negative was noisy air conditioner.

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
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Ronald partner
10
Pros:

Lovely place, well kept… only complaint is there is no elevator… we are retired and stayed for three nights. Good thing we are in pretty good shape so we could take our luggage up the stairs.

2025-09-27 via Nuitee
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Diana family
10
Pros:

Very helpful staff. Nice place & very comfortable for us.

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
M
Mark
8
Pros:

The room was nice. The staff was friendly.

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
D
Debra
10
What a wonderful place to stay... Going Again
Pros:

Hotel had trolley service to the concert I was attending. Front desk called it in because the location to make reservations was closed. Also helped printing my tickets. The WIFI is not very good WAY UP NORTH :)

2025-09-25 via Nuitee