Sunset Motel

Hotels
Independent
8.6 (75 reviews)
1515 N Lakeshore Dr, Lake City, Minnesota, 55041 , Lake City , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor pool - seasonal
Free self parking
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly owners
Beautiful views
Cons:
Thin walls
Air conditioning issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.06
The property was very clean. Our room was clean and nice.
Service
9.03
The owners were super kind and let us have a late check out.
Location
9.07
Great view of Lake Pepin & Mississippi River. Convenient to everything.
Room Quality
8.52
Room was decorated nicely; overall comfortable for a couple of nights.
Amenities
8.55
Pool was fun for the kids; pet-friendly a bonus.
Value for Money
8.51
A wonderful spot on Lake Pepin that didn’t break the bank.
Food and Beverage
8.56
We ate dinner at Big Bear pizza and breakfast at Heidi's Hugga-Mugga cafe.
Overall Experience
8.53
Really nice place; would definitely stay again.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 12:22

Property Description

Relax by the Pool: Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool during your stay at Sunset Motel.

Stay Connected: Utilize complimentary wireless internet access available throughout the property.

Convenient Location: Explore nearby attractions like Lake Pepin and Mayo Clinic Health System within walking distance.

Book your stay at Sunset Motel in Lake City for a relaxing getaway near the Mississippi River and other local points of interest.

Important information:

  • The seasonal pool will be open from June 01 to September 30.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

See all policies

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 75 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.06
Service: 9.03
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 8.52
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.51
Food and Beverage: 8.56
Overall Experience: 8.53
B
Brenda
10
Pros:

Room was clean, bed was comfy
Had a cute little retro fridge and microwave
Sufficient amount of towels

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Abby
10
Pros:

Sunset Motel exceeded my expectations! The property is clean with a great view of the lake just across the street. Check in is a breeze and staff is very communicative. Highly recommend!

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
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Joshua
10
Beautiful sta, Clean, Simple and affordable!
Pros:

This beautiful remodel in process is a wonderful spot on Lake Pepin that didn’t break the bank. The owners were super kind and we think they’ve done a nice job with this Motel rehab! We are definitely going to stay again. Thanks to Doug, his wife and the Sunset Motel!!

2025-09-27 via Nuitee
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Rochelle
8
Pros:

Beautiful view of sunrise and sunset. Room was decorated nice and cute details. Would be nice to have a table in the room. The air stopped working the last night and the sink could use repair. Overall though, it was comfortable for a couple nights and convenient to everything. Friendly and easy access. Let us have a late check out as well. Pet friendly a bonus and pool was nice.

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
B
Brenda
10
Pros:

Quiet and ver nice!!

2025-09-24 via Nuitee
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John
8
Nice!
Pros:

Really nice place, with a nice view of the lake. The walls are pretty thin and our neighbors were banging doors late into the evening, but we would definitely stay again.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
A
Annette family
10
Pros:

The property was very clean. Our room was clean and nice. Pool was fun for the kids.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
D
Dennis
10
Pros:

Great view of Lake Pepin & Mississippi River. Hotel has lawn chairs to watch the wide riverfront view. We didn't use the outdoor pool, but several guests without any issues. We ate dinner at Big Bear pizza and breakfast at Heidi's Hugga-Mugga cafe. We went to the city's dog-park with Rocky and visited the beach & fountains by the marina.

2025-08-21 via Nuitee
P
Pamela
10
Pros:

Super clean. Nice people. Nice stay!

2025-07-25 via Nuitee
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Michele family
8
Pros:

Cute little motel right off the main road. Stayed on a Saturday night & it was quiet! It's a bit rustic/a bit updated, a bit mid-century & it works. It's as charming as the town it's set in.

2025-07-21 via Nuitee
L
Leslie
10
Friendly and Very Popular
Pros:

Great place to stay!!! Clean and nice pool! Very friendly owners. It was a very popular place! See you soon!

2025-07-13 via Nuitee
R
Robert partner
8
Pros:

We liked the cleanliness and decor of the room.

2025-06-08 via Nuitee
G
greg family
8
Pros:

It's quiet and comfortable

2025-05-26 via Nuitee
T
Todd
10
Excellent Place To Stay.....
Pros:

No doubt I would stay here again, had the opportunity to meet the owner, he was a pleasure to talk with.

I would rate it a 10 plus.

2025-05-19 via Nuitee
D
Debra
10
Great Lake View
Pros:

Most beautiful view! Clean inside and out! Nice people. Loved it here!

2025-05-18 via Nuitee
D
Diane
10
Pros:

Comfortable, convent, and cute

2025-05-12 via Nuitee
A
Anna partner
8
Pros:

Sunset Motel was clean and nicely decorated. The location was perfect for the activities we came to do in Lake City. Thanks for the great communication! The only negative with the room was the blinds being too long to completely close and block out the light from the outdoor lighting fixture outside our door. Perhaps adding curtains would help darken the room for sleeping.

2025-05-12 via Nuitee
C
Caroline partner
10
Pros:

Extremely clean and such an easy check in process! Beds very comfortable!

2025-05-11 via Nuitee
J
Jack family
6
Pros:

Hotel nice rooms clean needs a little work no tables in room had to eat on the bed and not a towel rack in bathroom to hang up wet towels over all had a nice stay not a place for a week end stay

2025-05-03 via Nuitee
M
Margaret
10
Great place!
Pros:

Our stay was absolutely amazing! Our family can spread out in the bungalow!! Great location too!! This was our second time there, we will be back for sure!!!!

2025-05-03 via Nuitee