Horseshoe Bay Lodge

Hotels
Independent
7.6 (24 reviews)
8098 Hawthorn Trail N.W., Walker, Minnesota, 56484 , Walker , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Conference space
Television in common areas
Arcade/game room
Front desk (limited hours)
Snowmobiling nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Marina on site
Meeting rooms
Billiards or pool table
Wheelchair accessible parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent food in the bar
Nice staff
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Dated room and amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.06
The pool looked as if it had never been cleaned in years; hot tub was full of rust.
Service
8.03
Standard service quality for this hotel tier.
Location
8.07
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
6.02
Room was very dated, and carpets seem very dirty.
Amenities
8.05
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
7.51
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.06
The food in the bar is excellent.
Overall Experience
8.03
Positive experiences with staff and entertainment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 07:36

Property Description

Recreational Amenities
Indoor pool, spa tub, and sauna for relaxation
Complimentary casino shuttle for guests

Dining and Drinking
Iron Fire Bar & Grill for satisfying meals
Bar/lounge for favorite drinks

Other Amenities
Laundry facilities and coffee/tea in common area
Conference space and meeting rooms for events

Enjoy a stay at Horseshoe Bay Lodge, the perfect lakeside retreat! Make your booking now to experience the ultimate relaxation and entertainment facilities.

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 09:00 AM
Airport code: BJI

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Pets

    Only dogs are allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 24 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.06
Service: 8.03
Location: 8.07
Room Quality: 6.02
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 7.51
Food and Beverage: 9.06
Overall Experience: 8.03
J
John
4
Pros:

Terrible smell coming throughout the hallways. Hot tub wasn't working till the last day we left. The toilet in our room ran the whole time constant noise. Will not stay here again

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
K
Kent
2
Pros:

Room was very dated, TV was the size of our very first computer monitor in the 1990's. The pool looked as if it had never been cleaned in years, the lake was probably cleaner and the hot tub was full of rust, at first I thought it was terracotta tile, it was supposed to be light blue/green.

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
K
Kimberly
8
Pros:

The smell of pot smoke coming into our room on Friday night was horrible and gave us both headaches. It wasn’t as bad Saturday night but would be nice to have smoking further away from the building. The room was large but needs some updates. Carpet seems very dirty, shower and sink faucets both leak, the TV is tiny. The food in the bar is excellent as well as the entertainment.

2025-09-22 via Nuitee
M
Marcelia
10
Nice Birthday
Pros:

I had a good time there the people really nice.

2025-08-31 via Nuitee
K
Kelly friends
8
Pros:

The property was beautiful outside. Fall is a great time to go to Walker. When we checked in the receptionist, she was nice and bubbly. However, when we went to the restaurant/bar for dinner, it was closed. Nothing was mentioned when we booked it. That was one of the main reasons we wanted to stay there. There was another party wanting to know when breakfast is served and they laughed and said no breakfast. It is 10 miles or so into town. The rooms were nice and large. Called and Asked for More cups and coffee in the morning and said they would bring us some. Never did.

2019-09-30 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler self
8
Pros:

The property is on a beautiful area of Leech Lake. The room was spacious and gad great view.
There was no restaurant service on Saturday or Sunday.

2019-08-27 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler family
8
Pros:

We really liked the setting and the accommodations. The grounds and rooms were very nice. There really were no staff around-the restaurant was closed due to no cook. Office was not open during office hours posted. We had everything we needed but it would have been nice to have staff available and the restaurant open.

2019-08-26 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler family
10
Pros:

Management was so incredibly friendly. Beautiful location. Great amenities. Very quiet and family oriented.

2019-08-10 via Nuitee
L
Linda
6
Pros:

No restaurant was a big disappointment and steps could use a railing to upper level rooms

2019-08-02 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler family
2
Pros:

They did not provide clean towels every day their restaurant service was horrible I had to wait a hour for a frozen pizza

2019-07-30 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler family_with_children
4
Pros:

All the staff quit.. There was no food anywhere no pop in pop machines NOTHING!! Just really sucked with 2 small kids and NO food. FILL ALL THOSE VENDING MACHINES WE NEED TO EAT!!!!

2019-07-29 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler friends
6
Pros:

There was some issue with their reservation system. It amounted to us waiting nearly an hour to get checked in. The room was OK. The vending machines were completely empty.

2019-07-26 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler partner
10
Pros:

The grounds on this property are very well taken care of. We love the easy access to the beach.

2019-07-16 via Nuitee
K
Keith
10
Leech Lake Fishing
Pros:

Horseshoe Lodge and surrounding area were beautiful with very friendly staff and harbor crew. Was a shame that the town of Walker had yet to awaken from the winter break.

2019-05-22 via Nuitee
B
BrentKastner family
10
Pros:

We were looking for a fun mid-winter getaway into the northern parts of minnesota. I think we might have been the only guests on the property but everything was great. I love the small towns near Walker, great breakfasts, and the pool was nice and relaxing in the evening. Brent Kastner

2019-04-19 via Nuitee
D
Diane
10
Wedding weekend
Pros:

Amazing view of Leech Lake in Walker, MN!

2019-03-25 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler family
8
Pros:

liked the location. consider coming back to see in the summer

2019-02-25 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler partner
10
Pros:

it has a Bar Restaurant on site. staff very pleasant

2019-02-25 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Pros:

Nice location. Gross smells. But overall fantastic

2018-09-10 via Nuitee
A
AMD
8
Pros:

Nice, spacious hotel room overlooking the lake; fireplace was a nice touch. Food in restaurant was good but coffee was luke warm at best even after asking for a different cup. Wait staff were difficult to understand due to foreign accents. Overall a pleasant trip and the resort is lovely.

2018-08-29 via Nuitee