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Balsam Lake Lodge

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A rustic lodge with a stone facade, wooden beams, and a covered entrance. - Balsam Lake Lodge (Balsam Lake)
A bedroom with a stone fireplace, a bed with multiple pillows, a chair, and a window with a view. - Balsam Lake Lodge (Balsam Lake)
A rustic dining area with wooden walls, a stone fireplace, and large windows. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining. - Balsam Lake Lodge (Balsam Lake)
An outdoor patio with stone seating, tables, and chairs, overlooking a lake. - Balsam Lake Lodge (Balsam Lake)
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink with toiletries, a bathtub, and a shower area. - Balsam Lake Lodge (Balsam Lake)
At Balsam Lake Lodge, you can look forward to a firepit, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Room options

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A bedroom with two beds, a desk with a coffee machine, a TV on the wall, and framed pictures.

Basic Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a staircase.

Basic Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, and framed pictures.

Basic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a stone accent wall, and a view through a glass door.

Premium Single Room, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a fire extinguisher, and framed pictures on the wall.

Premium Single Room, Lake View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Balsam Lake Village, a neighborhood in Balsam Lake, is home to Balsam Lake Lodge. Dancing Dragonfly Winery and Luck Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Trap Rock Ridge Plaza and Heritage Mall. Fawn Doe Rosa Wildlife Educational Park and Polk County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Visit our Balsam Lake travel guide
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264 County Rd I, Balsam Lake, WI, 54810

What's nearby

  • A river surrounded by dense forest and rocky cliffs.
    Interstate State Park
    20 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Balsam Lake
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Saint Croix River
    20 min drive - 18.5 miles
  • Trollhaugen
    23 min drive - 20.5 miles
  • St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake
    25 min drive - 24.3 miles

Restaurants

  • Eagle Lounge
    11 min drive
  • Balsam Lake Lodge & Supper Club
    1 min walk
  • Thirsty Otter
    2 min drive
  • McKenzie Lanes
    14 min drive
  • Blacksmith Shop Bar
    8 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (3:00 PM - 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Frequently asked questions

Is Balsam Lake Lodge 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 Balsam Lake Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Balsam Lake Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Balsam Lake Lodge located?

Located in Balsam Lake Village, this hotel is steps from Balsam Lake, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Wild Goose Lake and East Lake. Apple River and Long Lake are also within 6 mi (10 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

Balsam Lake Lodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 67 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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This was such an amazing find. The rooms are beautiful and had the best sleep ever in a hotel. The beds are so comfortable, our family is still talking about the beds. Add in an amazing lake view and the property is gorgeous. We really want to come back and stay longer on the next trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Overall it was a fantastic stay. Room was just what I needed. The Restaurant was easy to get in and out of, plus it had Bingo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean, spacious and comfortable. The staff was awesome and the lake is beautiful! Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great view
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff was nice, room was spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place. Ive stayed here multiple times. Staff, food, service is always great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms are always wonderful!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, comfy bed! Nice place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

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It was a great location on the lake. The food was good and prices were reasonable. The room we selected did not have any windows which we were unable to determine from the website at time of reservation. We also did not realize that breakfasts are only served on the weekends.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was nice. We could hear some noise from the bar until 8pm, then a little noise from staff cleaning up. After 10 pm it was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Balsam Lake Resort is a great place to do everything Wisconsin, eat at a Supperclub, drink at many establishments, and have a great time with friends!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a lovely room with a fireplace.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Easy place to land for the night. All the amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Despite a glitch with our reservation via Expedia the staff went above and beyond to find us alternative lodging which was wonderful! We stayed for dinner in the restaurant and the meal and service was just as good, thank you all we will certainly be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was shared a wall with the hotel bar. There was live music till 10PM, then the crowd got louder as the night went on. The bar closed at 1AM but We could hear loud talking well past 2AM outside our rooms door! If you can sleep through the noise the room was clean, and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Didn’t any staff Beds very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful lake, the food was pretty good, the room didn't have a window but the bed was comfy. Bathroom door squeaked pretty loud. Perch dinner Friday night was excellent. Prime Rib Saturday was good but was just served warm. Live music Friday was excellent. Outdoor fire pit was beautiful. There are some nice wineries close by and a few neat spots in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

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This room is a very nice. It felt clean & quality. Great size for a large family to be cozy & close together, yet have enough space for everyone to sleep and some small areas for kids to play. As a designer I loved the way this room was finished. However, this room is located next to the bar/restaurant. The stage was on the other side of the wall to our room. We stayed on a Friday night/Karaoke night and were able to hear every song & sing along. Fortunately this only lasted until 10pm and bar closed at 11. The door to this room is next to the check-in counter which also felt a bit odd, but the room helped make up for it. All in all, I enjoyed my stay here. It is larger than your average hotel room and nicer than most as well for about the same price. If you are staying on a weekend you may want to call and find out what event might be going on. However, if you turn up the TV volume and plan on not going to sleep until after 10pm this will work for you. This lodge is not that large. Maybe a max of 10 rooms...? It would be a great place to have a small wedding where everyone is able to rent a room and have the whole lodge to yourselves.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Balsam Lake Lodge is a beautiful property and the room was lovely. However, when we arrived at the 3 pm check-in time they were short staffed and they could not login to the computer for check-in. They had to call the manager who was off-duty and did not answer or return the call. We waited for 45 minutes before they said our room was being cleaned and would be ready in about 20 minutes. The 3 young women who were trying their best to perform all the necessary duties were not at fault. They did their best. The problem was poor management.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

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Everything was good. Checking was very easy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Make sure you arrive on time because this is not a 24 hr facility - nonetheless staff went over and above to help me out with a lockout. Lol
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property and lovely lakeside views. Very helpful, friendly, accommodating staff. Cute merch to boot!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I booked the Boston Bay Suite for a bachelorette party. The atmosphere was so welcoming and the room was perfectly laid out. I would 10/10 recommend this facility for any girls trips!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Business friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026