Lift Bridge Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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Ascend Collection
9 (1154 reviews)
408 Canal Park Drive , Duluth , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean pool area
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Noisy environment
Breakfast quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Leftover food and used contact lenses found in the room indicate issues with cleanliness.
Service
9.43
Generally positive sentiments about staff from multiple reviews.
Location
9.47
Many reviews highlight the location as perfect and convenient.
Room Quality
8.92
Rooms generally described as clean and cozy, though some comments on discomfort.
Amenities
8.95
Amenities such as the pool and breakfast were positively mentioned but with some drawbacks.
Value for Money
8.91
Some expectations about value were not fully met, especially regarding breakfast quality.
Food and Beverage
8.46
Concerns about the quality of breakfast options provided.
Overall Experience
9.43
Overall positive experiences reported, with minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 10:27

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located near Lake Superior and popular attractions like Canal Park and the Aerial Lift Bridge, Lift Bridge Lodge, Ascend Hotel Collection offers easy access to the best of Duluth.

Comfortable Amenities
Enjoy a free hot breakfast, relax in the indoor heated pool and hot tub, and stay connected with complimentary high-speed Internet. The rooms are equipped with everything you need, from refrigerators to cable television with HBO.

Nearby Attractions
Explore the area's top sights such as the Lake Superior Marine Museum and the Great Lakes Floating Maritime Museum. With Spirit Mountain and Duluth International Airport just a short drive away, adventure is always within reach.

Book your stay now at Lift Bridge Lodge for a memorable experience in Duluth.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in.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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DLH

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

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Based on 1154 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.92
Amenities: 8.95
Value for Money: 8.91
Food and Beverage: 8.46
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Chris • couple • us
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Severts • extended_group • us
9
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • us
9
It was great for what we needed and reflected Duluth perfectly.
Pros:

Location was amazing!

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Grotte • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Jon • family_with_children • us
6
It was ok
Pros:

Access to the beach nice views

Cons:

Bed and pillows uncomfortable staff handling breakfast seemed so crabby all the time

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Roxanne • couple • us
10
Pros:

Great location to lift bridge and canal walkway

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • family_with_children • us
9
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • solo_traveller • us
10
Girls overnight getaway.
Pros:

Clean, comfortable and great location.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Ginny • couple • us
10
Great and comfortable place.
Pros:

Beautiful location. Large corner room with wrap around balcony and view of the Lift Bridge. Shower larger than ours at home plus jacuzzi tub. Convenient to many shops and restaurants. Good breakfat at the hotel.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Vickie • extended_group • us
8
Very nice. Beds were not to comfortable, very lumpy.
Pros:

Breakfast was great with lots of options. Coffee was really good!

Cons:

Beds were a little uncomfortable. Did not know you need to contact desk or whomever to have housekeeping. When asked the desk person said we needed to see the sign on the back if the door which was covered by the do not disturb sign. Also the message I was texted stated what housekeeping items they do but nothing about having to contact them about wanting new towels, trash removed etc. Or at check-in it should have been mentioned.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Emmy • extended_group • us
8
Very good restful stay. I would absolutely stay there again.
Pros:

We attended a convention and it was really nice to be able to walk to the DEC. The beds were comfortable and the room was a nice size. We had breakfast with a beautiful view of the water. The staff were pleasant and everything was clean. I would recommend.

Cons:

Price was high, but it was expected with the area.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • us
10
Nice hotel, great location, a lot of neat shops and eateries real close (walking distance)
Pros:

Location. Very nice room and clean. Breakfast was good

Cons:

There was that we didn’t like

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Taina • solo_traveller • fi
9
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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koehn • solo_traveller • us
9
Enjoyed our stay at Liftbridge Lodge ..
Pros:

Nice location.. close to the piers...
Enjoy the lakeside decks..

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Marlene • family_with_children • us
9
Very nice. Beautiful location.
Pros:

The motel was wonderful. BUT, due to BOOKING.COM, It was a huge disappointment as far as the way it was presented online. We booked through Booking.com and it was NOTHING like the way they presented it. Booking made it appear to be a 2 bedroom suite with 2 rooms and a deluxe tub separate from the bathroom along with a large sitting room. I talked with the gentleman who checked us in and he was very understanding. The staff was very nice.

Cons:

The way BOOKING.com presented it. Checkout time was 11, but breakfast was only until 10.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • family_with_children • us
9
Cons:

the room with a picture of a wrap around balcony wasn't the room we got. wrong picture for the room that we got

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • us
10
Great experience.
Pros:

Location was great. So close to the pier. We watched a ship come in from our balcony.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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charles • couple • us
10
Wonderful
Pros:

The corner room had spectacular views
Loved the pancakes and waffles for breakfast
Staff was friendly and helpful

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Kate • family_with_children • us
7
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee