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Caribou Highlands Lodge

2.5 star property
Family-friendly slopeside fun with indoor pool

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
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Caribou Highlands Lodge in the Lutsen Mountains offers amenities like a grocery store and terrace. Guests relax in the spa tub, stay fit at the gym, and dine at Moguls Grille & Tap Room. Enjoy snowshoeing, an indoor pool, and attentive staff who enhance the experience.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant

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Villager Condo

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Townhome, 4 Bedrooms (Poplar Ridge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
3 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds, 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Townhome, 2 Bedrooms (Timber) | WiFi, bed sheets

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms (Timber)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Townhome | WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Townhome

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
3 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Alpine Condo | WiFi, bed sheets

Alpine Condo

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Lodge Room Mountain View Whirlpool King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Room Mountain View King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Room Mountain View Doubles

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Room, Northwoods View King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Room Northwoods View Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Townhome, 3 Bedrooms | Living room | Flat-screen TV, table tennis, books, video library

Superior Townhome, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Nordic Whirlpool Condo

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Nordic Studio Condo

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
371 Ski Hill Road, Lutsen, MN, 55612

What's nearby

  • Alpine Slide - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lutsen Mountains - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • North Shore Winery - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Superior National Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Caribou Lake - 18 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moguls Grille and Tap Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lockport Marketplace - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lofty Gondola - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Rosie's Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Caribou Highlands Lodge

Family-friendly hotel near Lake Superior
An adjacent golf course, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Caribou Highlands Lodge. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel offering ski-in/ski-out access, a free ski shuttle, and ski passes. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Moguls Grille & Tap Room, offers lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like snowshoeing. In addition to shopping on site and a firepit, guests can connect to in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sun loungers
  • Express check-out, golf cart on site, and outdoor furniture
  • Meeting rooms, books, and barbecue grills
  • A banquet hall, a video library, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 118 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free ski shuttle
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Moguls Grille & Tap Room

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf carts
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowshoeing
  • Table tennis
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1980
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: 10 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • Lending library access
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Ski storage
  • Hot tub access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Caribou Highlands
Caribou Highlands Lodge
Caribou Highlands Lodge Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Lutsen
Caribou Lodge
Caribou Highlands Hotel Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Resort
Caribou Highlands Resort
Caribou Highlands Lodge Hotel
Caribou Highlands Hotel Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Lodge Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Lodge Hotel Lutsen

Frequently asked questions

Does Caribou Highlands Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Caribou Highlands Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Caribou Highlands Lodge located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this hotel in Lutsen is next to a golf course, within a 10-minute walk of Superior National Forest and Lutsen Mountains, and close to winter activities such as cross-country skiing. Alpine Slide and North Shore Winery are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Caribou Highlands Lodge Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 657 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 657 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 657 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 657 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 657 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay close to the Lutsen Mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The scenery is wonderful. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome Stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice resort! Restaurant has great service and food. Rooms are clean and area is picturesque.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall a nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! Loved the beautiful surroundings, enjoyed the two pools, hot tub and gondola ride!
View from our balcony.
Pool view from our balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in Summer, not ski season. Decent hotel centrally located on the north shore
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to celebrate our anniversary!! Wonderful location and loved the summer vibes. A little dated but checked out a DVD and soaked it in. Awesome vaca spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel was ok, in area without many options. Enjoyed the nearby North Shore Wonwry. Seemed expensive and didn’t get value from the resort fee.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Serene location….. very nice accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities, loved our condo, close to hiking and activities Property is clean and well maintained Friendly, helpful staff Restaurant options
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Very cozy and charming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just enjoyed the young families having fun and enjoying the safe environment of the whole place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Amenities
Great location next door to the mountain. Summer bonfires with law games were great and the pools were clean. Perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazingly kid friendly. My kids all had a blast. It was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurants were a little bit more expensive for what you got and the taste of the food however, at the end of a long day, the bartenders did a good job of keeping positive vibes and a good atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would like too see a breakfast option …… Bed was comfy - pillow were nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Cozy townhouse.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ray

Liked: Amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean,staff pleasant. Wish we had gotten clean towels. We didn’t ask but was there 3 days. Grounds beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
gorgeous views from this place. my friends and i had an excellent time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful mountain resort getaway. Very comfortable for larger parties. Would be awesome for ski season.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and the entire facility was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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