The Shoreline Inn

Hotels
Independent
7 (163 reviews)
12 South Broadway, Grand Marais, Minnesota, 55604 , Grand Marais , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Downhill skiing nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Sailing nearby
Television in common areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Snowmobiling nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Smoke-free property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable bed
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated facilities
Need for major upgrades

Categories

Cleanliness
5.08
Multiple complaints about cleanliness and maintenance issues in guest rooms.
Service
8.55
Staff is frequently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.09
Excellent location with easy access to the lake and surrounding areas.
Room Quality
6.04
Rooms need repairs and upgrades, described as dated and sometimes dirty.
Amenities
6.07
Basic amenities present but insufficient maintenance and updates noted.
Value for Money
7.03
Overall value is reasonable considering the location, but maintenance issues present.
Food and Beverage
7.08
Continental breakfast was satisfactory but not a highlight.
Overall Experience
7.05
Mixed experience; great location and service, but significant maintenance issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:42

Property Description

Unwind in Comfort & Style
Make your stay at The Shoreline Inn truly memorable by enjoying the stunning views from our terrace. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet and catch up on your favorite shows on a flat-screen TV in our common area.

Delightful Culinary & Relaxing Amenities
Indulge in delicious snacks from our on-site snack bar/deli, and help yourself to coffee/tea available in the common area. For added convenience, we offer a microwave and a vending machine for all our guests to use.

Explore the Best of Grand Marais
Centrally located steps away from Lake Superior and Superior National Forest, The Shoreline Inn provides easy access to popular attractions like Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Pets

    Pets cannot be left unattended

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

7
Based on 163 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.08
Service: 8.55
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 6.04
Amenities: 6.07
Value for Money: 7.03
Food and Beverage: 7.08
Overall Experience: 7.05
J
James partner
6
Pros:

The breakfast was excellent for continental. Property has huge deferred maintenance. There were dirty tissues and other debris under the bed and the ceiling light didn’t work. The location is excellent. Parking on site.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
D
diane
2
Don’t stay here other than the location
Pros:

Ok

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
C
Cammy partner
4
Pros:

Place in dire need of remodeling. Burnt area on our carpet covered with throw rug. Curtains not functional. Bathroom was dirty. Only positive was the location.

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
K
Kayla
10
Pros:

I was very nervous after reading the reviews but we had a great stay. It's nothing fancy but the staff was great, the room had a beautiful view and it served its purpose. This location alone is worth the price we paid, which you're not going to find cheaper in Grand Marais. I mean, you're next door to World's Greatest Doughnuts! Maybe we just got lucky with our specific room but I think alot of the people in these reviews expected a 5 Star resort and just love to complain, but you get what you pay for! I would stay again!

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
M
Michael friends
10
Pros:

Outstanding check-in and helpful staff!!! Wonderful location facing the lake. Safe and very quiet.

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
M
Michael
8
Pros:

It has a great location. It is an older building with some need of repair. My room was nice and clean. The staff were friendly. The continental breakfast was satisfactory. I would staying there again.

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
S
Sandra K
6
Pros:

We have stayed here multiple times over the past 15-20 years. The staff members were helpful and friendly.The Shoreline is an older hotel and has become a bit worn, but it is a good bargain for Grand Marais: comfy bed, quiet, safe, and right on the beautiful shoreline of Lake Superior.

2025-09-27 via Nuitee
D
Dianne
10
Pros:

Parking was safe, room was very clean and roomy, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel is located near all the shops and lake. We were able to walk to all.

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
L
lisa
4
Pros:

Cleaning & maintenance were needed!

2025-09-24 via Nuitee
M
Monica
4
Outdated and in rough condition
Pros:

Needs major updates. Ceiling in hallway was leaking and carpet was wet and stained badly. No elevator. One accessible plug in bedroom. Great location and patio overlooking the lake. The whole place seems like it should be closed down fo a major update.

2025-09-24 via Nuitee
J
James
4
Pros:

Location was great. The room was not clean. Ceiling in our room was old office style panels with one old fluorescent light bulb working, and water stains. Spider webs in windows. Fan had not been cleaned in sometime.

2025-09-24 via Nuitee
M
mike partner
6
Pros:

The Shoreline Inn is located in an excellent place very walkable around around grandma. Marie employees are nice. The hotel needs a major upgrade.

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
K
Kelli
6
Pros:

The staff was friendly, the room was clean, but the water was freezing in the shower and I feel some upgrades are needed

2025-09-22 via Nuitee
R
Richard family
8
Pros:

Lake view.

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
M
Michelle
2
Pros:

There were crusty parts on the floor. Pretty sure in the room there was dried blood. The whole faucet would come out while trying to wash my hands. Missing a window screen so we weren’t able to open a window to try and air out the room when it got hot. I have video documentation. My tv was being held up by a rock.. There were stains on the sheets.

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
B
Brent partner
6
Pros:

Excellent location right in the middle of the Grand Marais with easy access to everything! Welcomed our service dog with no issues;
2 complaints: blackout curtain doesn't cover all of window; beds are a bit too soft and uncomfortable
Overall, had a nice stay for our 2 nights

2025-09-13 via Nuitee
C
Chris family
2
Pros:

This place is pretty run down. Besides just being dated, the bed was uncomfortable, the bathroom floor was sticky, and the door could see light through the side with the security device also being broken. Icing on the cake was the credit card fee thrown on at the end.

The positive is the location is great and view out the back was great. It pretty much ends there, though.

2025-09-13 via Nuitee
J
Jason family
8
Pros:

Great location 👌 beautiful views of lake superior, Rooms just a little outdated. For the price and everything else would definitely stay there again.

2025-09-08 via Nuitee
M
Madeline family
8
Pros:

A little dated but quaint and quiet. Staff is helpful and kind. Will we staying again

2025-09-03 via Nuitee
T
thomas
6
Pros:

The location is fantastic. Prices are reasonable. The building needs tremendous amount of maintenance and upkeep, which is not being done after numerous stays at this property.? Don’t understand why they don’t fix basic things here!?

2025-09-02 via Nuitee