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Blue Wave Inn

3.0 star property
Slopeside fun with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Water view
Interior entrance
Restaurant
Private beach
Property amenity
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

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • On private beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
Beach

On the beach

This hotel has a private beach. Head outdoors and bask in the sun on the sandy beach.

Room options

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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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Partial lake view
  • 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
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Murphy Beds

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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)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa 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.
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2521 Lake Shore Dr W, Ashland, WI, 54806

What's nearby

  • Maslowski Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ashland Mural Walk - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Chequamegon Bay Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ashland Historical Museum - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ashland Family Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fat Radish - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Breakwater Restaurant - ‬7 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. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel featuring ski-in/ski-out access. 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, 1 meeting room, and smoke-free premises
  • Snow sports gear, an elevator, and a front-desk safe
  • 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

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
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • 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

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 at Blue Wave Inn?

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 within a 5-minute walk of Lake Superior and Maslowski Beach. Chequamegon Bay Golf Course and Ashland Mural Walk are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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