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Northwoods Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Travelers recharge with complimentary in-room WiFi at this welcoming motel where convenience meets comfort, with snacks available from the vending machine

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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels - Northwoods Inn & Suites (Ely)
Northwoods Inn & Suites offers a practical retreat with free WiFi in every room. Guests appreciate the on-site vending machine for quick snacks. The attentive 24-hour front desk staff ensures assistance is always available, and the smoke-free environment maintains freshness.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Kitchenette | Living room | 46-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, Kitchenette

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ely is home to Northwoods Inn & Suites. Dorothy Molter Museum and Soudan Underground Mine State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bear Head Lake State Park and Superior National Forest. Visit our Ely travel guide
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1605 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN, 55731

What's nearby

  • Dorothy Molter Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • International Wolf Center
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Eagles Nest Lake Number Three
    20 min drive - 18.8 miles
  • Fortune Bay Casino
    41 min drive - 38.6 miles
  • Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort
    53 min drive - 49.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing)
    92 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • Antlers Lounge
    4 min drive
  • Silver Rapids Lodge
    8 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    3 min walk
  • Frisky Otter
    19 min walk

About this property

Northwoods Inn & Suites

Property highlights
Northwoods Inn & Suites provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Northwoods Inn & Suites feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • 46-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Northwoods Inn & Suites 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 Northwoods Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Northwoods Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Northwoods Inn & Suites located?

Situated in Ely, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Superior National Forest and Dorothy Molter Museum. White Iron Lake and Little 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

Northwoods Inn & Suites Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 226 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a comfortable place to stay when we were in Ely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is always clean and staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check-in to check-out, every interaction with staff was pleasant and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Management was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was a little uncomfortable but the room was immaculately clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic hotel but sheets were clean, good water pressure, room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Carver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good choice for the traveler. Clean, well appointed and spacious rooms. Breakfast options were limited unfortunately
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We would stay here again . It was very clean and quiet. The continental breakfast was pretty weak . Had juice and a coffee . Everything else was nice in hotel .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

VIVIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and quiet. the staff was very friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price , our stay was good. We had the kitchenette and everything worked and was clean. However the futon in the room needs replacing badly as well as the mattress in bedroom. Also there was noTV in the main room, only in the bedroom. Best parking of any hotel in Ely proper
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maja

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

Nice place

Nice place. The reception was very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was good. The room is clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

jayantha Nimal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a decent place and we stayed 2 nights. If i go back to Ely again, i would rather stay there. It's a family run operation and they were extremely helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

It's a review

A nice place to stay, very friendly. Second time we've stayed here and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room! My only suggestion would be more breakfast options available.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was nice and extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy as the check in. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great launchpad for BWCA exploration
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great simple breakfast, and clean facility!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

D S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 5 nights (extended 3 night original booking to 5) when dropping my son off at college. Beds were very comfortable, spacious rooms, decent breakfast, very clean rooms and public areas. Management were very friendly and kind. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice accommodation in a wonderful area. A bit pricey for what you get. But worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in/out; friendly staff; clean quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023