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The Shoreline Inn

2.0 star property
Lake Superior's retreat offers waterside relaxation, a deli for snacks, and a peaceful patio for unwinding after exploring.

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The Shoreline Inn, steps from Lake Superior, blends comfort and natural beauty. Guests enjoy a snack bar, terrace with outdoor furniture, and in-room WiFi. The Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House are a short walk away.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room options

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Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Lakeside

7.4 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds OR 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Lakeside (1 Double & 1 Twin Room )

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Village King

7.8 out of 10
Good
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Village Queen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Village 1 Double & 1 Twin Room

Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Village 1 Double & 1 Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lakeside

Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lakeside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Grand Marais, The Shoreline Inn is in the city centre and on the beach. Cook County Public Tennis Courts and Pincushion Mountain are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging.
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Map
12 South Broadway, Grand Marais, MN, 55604

What's nearby

  • Sivertson Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grand Marais Art Colony - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cook County Court House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cook County Public Tennis Courts - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • North Shore Health - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Voyageur Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Fish Market - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Fisherman’s Daughter - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Java Moose Espresso Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Water Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Shoreline Inn

Hotel near Lake Superior
Located close to Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House, The Shoreline Inn provides free continental breakfast and a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, outdoor furniture and games
  • Books, secured bike storage and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Shoreline Inn offer comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and digital channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Children's games
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 dogs reside at this property
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Shoreline Inn Grand Marais
Shoreline Grand Marais
The Shoreline Inn Hotel
The Shoreline Inn Grand Marais
The Shoreline Inn Hotel Grand Marais

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shoreline Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Shoreline Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Shoreline Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shoreline Inn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Shoreline Inn located?

Located in Grand Marais, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre, just steps away from Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. Grand Marais Art Colony and Cook County Court House are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Shoreline Inn Reviews

7.0

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 232 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 155 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
breakfast was spartan. parking was great. clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding check-in and helpful staff!!! Wonderful location facing the lake. Safe and very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location 👌 beautiful views of lake superior, Rooms just a little outdated. For the price and everything else would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra K

Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

mike

The Shoreline Inn is located in an excellent place very walkable around around grandma. Marie employees are nice. The hotel needs a major upgrade.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, neat, safe, quiet location and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little dated but quaint and quiet. Staff is helpful and kind. Will we staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and view, but everything else wasn't.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was friendly, the room was clean, but the water was freezing in the shower and I feel some upgrades are needed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is amazing! Small older motel was perfect for our stay and price. Could use some TLC in areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Talmadge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Right off the lake, walkable to the various shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely nice staff. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

thomas

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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!?
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This right on Lake Superior with great views!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Monica

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Outdated and in rough condition

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location! Staff was very knowledgable about the are.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Georgette

Beautiful views..good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nancu

Disliked: Amenities
The water was hot, They need vase improvements on repairs. Staff was very friendly out of their control for conditions of the building and rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular sunrise
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025