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Blue Moon Resort and Motel

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a marina and a private beach

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Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Grand Cabin, Multiple Beds) | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Children's area
Private beach, kayaking, fishing
Traditional Tent | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Located near the Judy Garland Museum, Blue Moon Resort and Motel offers families plenty of outdoor fun. Visitors can fish and canoe right on the property, gather around the firepit for marshmallow roasting, enjoy the arcade/game room, and stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
Beach

On the beach

This hotel has a private beach. Take advantage of the beach toys at the sandy beach. Several on-site activities to enjoy during your visit include kayaking, canoeing, and fishing.

Beach

Room options

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Sep 9 - Sep 10
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Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Motel Rooms, 2 Queen Beds)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Grand Cabin, Multiple Beds) | Terrace/patio

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Grand Cabin, Multiple Beds)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 5 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Mobile Home

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Cabin 2, Multiple Beds) | Balcony

Standard Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom (Cabin 2, Multiple Beds)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
68584 US-HWY 169, Hill City, MN, 55748

What's nearby

  • Hill Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Hill City Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Pokegama Lake - 22 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Judy Garland Museum - 26 min drive - 19.0 miles
  • Big Sandy Lake - 50 min drive - 42.5 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Knuckleheads Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Harry's Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Blue Moon Resort - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hill Lake Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cozy Cove - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Blue Moon Resort and Motel

Family-friendly hotel near Judy Garland Museum
You can look forward to a marina, a firepit, and a playground at Blue Moon Resort and Motel. Adventurous travelers may like the fishing and canoeing at this hotel. In addition to an arcade/game room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, a dock, and smoke-free premises
  • Barbecue grills, a gift shop, and water sports equipment
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Private yards, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Playground
  • Water sports equipment
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Marina
  • On a lake
  • On a private beach
  • 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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

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: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Blue Moon Resort And Hill City
Blue Moon Resort and Motel Hotel
Blue Moon Resort and Motel Hill City
Blue Moon Resort and Motel Hotel Hill City

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Moon Resort and Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Blue Moon Resort and Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Moon Resort and Motel?

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 Blue Moon Resort and Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Moon Resort and Motel located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly hotel is 14.5 mi (23.4 km) from Judy Garland Museum and 16.6 mi (26.7 km) from Mississippi River.

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Blue Moon Resort and Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 133 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed while traveling two nights. We stayed in the hotel room and the beds were amazing. Very clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice room and the beds were very comfortable. Also, appreciated being able to swim in the lake and that they allow pets. I also liked that the rooms had an electric fireplace. Would definintely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hesham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you love nature this is the most affordable resort.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like the rustic look. Bed and pillows very comfortable. Best sleep we have had in nights. Nice lake view. Beautiful sunrise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel rooms have fireplace and a deck that has a view of the lake!! Only bad thing was no ice machine but it’s northern MN so no biggie. Kayaks, pedal boat and canoes were super fun and easy to enjoy! Staff is awesome and very accommodating! We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint little resort for a weekend getaway. Staff was very accommodating with check-in and check-out. Lovely view of the lake. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was not kept up. We checked in and looked at our room and decided to get in the car and drive an hour further west to find a nicer place to stay. For us it just was not a very nice place. The man checking us in was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lake and snowmobile trail access as well as parking were great, room view and fireplace were nice extras
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

J Carleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so fun to be on the water. We had access to kayaks, a canoe, rowboats, and a paddleboat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I enjoyed my stay except the fact I ever saw or had any contact with the owner or person working. I thought it was quite impersonal.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived and to our surprise we were upgraded to a cabin instead of a hotel room. Nice by the lake. Cabin was clean and had dishes and cookware to use.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular Lake Views
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the price and veiw
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Glamping. No frills. Peaceful, Quiet. Stayed at the motel. 4 rooms. Very reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Rob

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Quite nice overall, but curly hair in the tub and dripping tap, could have been easily fixed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice rural lake-side stay

Nice multi-use accommodations depending on your need.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good choice for a 3-day weekend!

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness
I think the property was sufficient for what we needed for one night. Walls were really thin, could hear the whole conversation at 4:00 AM in the next room. Patio door was really had to open. All was clean though. Check in was a quick phone call.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Things seem laid back here. People are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cost effective as well as clean spacious. Will definitely stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little spot by a small lake. Very comfy and homey
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Blue Moon was a good stopover for us on a long trip. Owner was very friendly as were others we met there. It's a good place for families!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect cozy stay!!!! Loved the fireplace and high ceilings!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Shana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such beautiful views, clean property, the only thing I’d change is having blow drier in the rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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