Holiday Inn Detroit Lakes - Lakefront by IHG

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Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
8.3 (256 reviews)
1155 Highway 10 East , Detroit Lakes , US
+1 218-847-2121

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Lakefront / waterfront location and views
Friendly, helpful staff
Good breakfast and on-site restaurant
Comfortable beds; some rooms spacious
Pet-friendly
Family-friendly entertainment
Cons:
Cleanliness issues: bugs, odors, dirty surfaces
No free breakfast for some bookings / breakfast not included
Rooms described as dated, run-down or overpriced
Requests (e.g., top floor) not always honored; smelly/dark hallways
Bathroom/safety issues (no grab bars, poor shower head, no exhaust fan)
Occasional service follow-up lapses (manager not calling back)

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Multiple reviews call out cleanliness problems: dead bugs on ceilings/headboards, finger marks, dirty windows, patio table grime, strong room odors, and generally run-down condition.
Service
9.1
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful; a few service lapses noted (manager not returning a call, front desk occasionally stretched thin), but overall service sentiment is positive.
Location
9.9
Location is repeatedly praised — lakefront/waterfront views, great scenery, and a central spot guests appreciate.
Room Quality
7.2
Mixed room quality: some guests found rooms spacious and beds comfortable, while others reported dated, tired rooms, unpleasant odors, bugs, and poor fixtures (shower head, exhaust).
Amenities
8.6
Amenities include lake access, on-site restaurant, entertainment and pet-friendly options; some guests noted no complimentary breakfast and overall facility aging.
Value for Money
8
Value impressions are mixed — several guests felt the lakeview offered good value or low price, while others described the property as overpriced given its condition or lack of included breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Breakfast and restaurant food received positive mentions (breakfast often called great, menu praised though buffet described as so-so).
Overall Experience
8.3
Overall experience leans positive due to excellent location and generally friendly staff, tempered by recurring cleanliness and some room-quality issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:22

Property Description

Convenient Location

Just a short walk from Saint Marys Innovis Health Center in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, the Holiday Inn Detroit Lakes offers a prime location for both leisure and business travelers.

Comfortable Accommodations

Each guest room is thoughtfully furnished with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee making facilities. The lake-inspired art and cozy seating area create a relaxing atmosphere for guests to unwind.

On-Site Dining and Recreation

Guests can indulge in delicious American cuisine at The Ice House Restaurant or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. The sauna provides the perfect way to relax after a day of exploring nearby attractions.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience at the Holiday Inn Detroit Lakes? Book your stay now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 AM
Airport code: DTL

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 256 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Elora Wolden • family_with_children • us
8
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Breanna • couple • us
8
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Kirsten • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Krista • family_with_children • us
7
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Dustin • family_with_children • us
9
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Eva • family_with_children • us
7
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Darlene • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • family_with_children • us
5
rooms were clean and beds comfortable. Never really interacted with staff.
Pros:

They did not offer free breakfast

Cons:

No free breakfast

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • us
8
Pros:

breakfast was great, staff was great

Cons:

you should put grab bars in the bathroom showers

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Beverly • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

Lakeside

Cons:

Was told my request of a top floor was honored. Was not assigned top floor. Hallways smelly and dark. Room not very clean. Finger marks on surfaces. Bugs in radiator. Patio table dirty. Would not stay again.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • couple • us
10
We will be back! Such an amazing little town and the hotel was great!!
Pros:

Beautiful location!

Cons:

The Bertie view from our window was a concrete wall, as we were on the pool side.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Landry • family_with_children • us
5
Great breakfast and friendly staff. Room 310 had an unpleasant odor that needs attention.
Pros:

The breakfast was great and so the location. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Cons:

The Room we stayed in 310 has a very strong and unpleasant odor that is noticeable immediately upon entering the room. The smell may be coming from the carpet and should be inspected and addressed.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • family_with_children • us
9
Fun time with grandkids
Pros:

Location

Cons:

It was fine

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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WL • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • couple • us
4
Pros:

Lakefront was pretty.

Cons:

The facility was very run down. No breakfast included for the price.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Fancy • solo_traveller • us
10
Places along the way
Pros:

The view was amazing to wake up to, rooms are nice and spacious! Beds are comfy as well 😊 staff were friendly and helpful

Cons:

That we only were passing through and couldn't stay longer

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Emily • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

Right in the beach and the lake view

Cons:

N/A

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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PHILLIP • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • extended_group • us
6
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • us
8
I’d stay here again. Nice I was able to have my dog with me too.
Pros:

Being right in the lake
Meals were really good in their restaurant.

Cons:

A little dated.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee