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Blue Wave Inn

3.0 star property
Travelers can find peaceful lakeside relaxation or thrilling slope adventures at Blue Wave Inn, where each day begins with a steaming cup of fresh coffee

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Blue Wave Inn sits on the lake, offering tranquility. Guests start their day at the on-site cafe, then browse designer stores or enjoy ski-in/ski-out access. The hotel provides bike rentals and snow sports equipment for outdoor enthusiasts.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Design Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Sailor's Retreat #2) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Design Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Sailor's Retreat #2)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Design Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Sandbar Vista #1) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Design Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Sandbar Vista #1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Murphy Beds

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Design Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Northland Voyageur #4) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Design Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Northland Voyageur #4)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Design Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View (Flowing Waters #3) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Design Suite, 1 King Bed, Lake View (Flowing Waters #3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Design Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (5 Captains Quarters) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Design Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (5 Captains Quarters)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Ashland, Blue Wave Inn is on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Houghton Falls Nature Preserve, while Ashland Historical Museum and Soo Line Locomotive 950 are cultural highlights. Ashland Mural Walk and Bayfield Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, a ski area, and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing. Visit our Ashland travel guide
Map
2521 Lake Shore Dr W, Ashland, WI, 54806

What's nearby

  • View of Bayfield Wisconsin from the water
    Apostle Islands Marina
    27 min drive - 26.3 miles
  • Maslowski Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ashland Mural Walk
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Chequamegon Bay Golf Course
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ashland Historical Museum
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)
    88 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Culver's
    8 min drive
  • Ashland Family Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Taqueria La Monarca
    5 min drive
  • Neighborly Bar
    18 min walk

About this property

Blue Wave Inn

Hotel near Lake Superior
Take advantage of a terrace, designer stores on site, and a coffee shop/cafe at Blue Wave Inn. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, an elevator, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, 1 meeting room, and snow sports gear
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like safes and minibars.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Designer stores
  • Shopping
  • Snow sports gear

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Blue Wave Inn Ashland
Blue Wave Ashland
Blue Wave Inn Hotel
Blue Wave Inn Ashland
Blue Wave Inn Hotel Ashland

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Wave Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Wave Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Blue Wave Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Blue Wave Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ashland hotel is just steps from Lake Superior and Chequamegon Bay. Maslowski Beach and Ashland Mural Walk are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Blue Wave Inn Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 532 out of 618 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 618 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 618 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 618 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 618 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hot tub, nice restaurant on site with seasonal specials. Amazing views from room #3! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and fun decor right next to my favorite lake!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place on Lake Superior.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent view and a nice clean room! Happy hour at the Sandbar was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel with awesome lake views
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well appointed rooms. Very clean and welcoming. Rooms are all different and very cool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, generous amenities, spacious, very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms with a beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles H

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great view, large shower
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a charming place. Clean room, cozy comfy bed, great breakfast spot with superb view.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice unique hotel right on Lake Superior. The room was excellent and had a balcony overlooking the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The proximity to the water was amazing, literally right outside the door. Our room was spacious and clean. No microwave in the room itself but there was one right outside our room for guest to share. I’m sure the staff are great but we stayed during a time when staff was scarce but we still had everything we needed. I wish we could’ve enjoyed the sandbar cafe but again it was closed until the day we checked out.
The view from our room was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved the place. The view was spectacular!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the self check-in and the privacy of a boutique hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unique, on the lake, great location, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Lake Superior view

The view of Lake superior from the balcony were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here on our way snowmobiling. We love the easy after hour check in. It works out great as we arrive late in the evening. No worrying we're going to miss our check in. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room, lots of extra bonuses that came with the room (wine glasses, bottle openers, nice shampoos, great view of the lake, large open spaces). Felt like a pampered experience. Great large shower with two showerheads. Would go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and friendly. Great view on the lake
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room overlooked the water. Bed was comfortable. Onset bar and restaurant were decently priced and had delicious food.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful, rooms were super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Went on a lake trip stayed lake front found good places for dinner
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and a great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful and welcoming staff. Room is very clean and comfortable. Feels cozy and safe. I'd definitely come back. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025