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Itascan Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Mississippi River

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Free self parking
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
The Itascan Motel sits within a regional park, making it an ideal base for nature enthusiasts. Guests appreciate the practical laundry facilities after a day outdoors, while free in-room WiFi keeps them connected despite the peaceful natural setting.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (3 Double Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (3 Double Beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
610 S. Pokegama Ave, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744

What's nearby

  • Grand Rapids Public Library - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Judy Garland Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • The Myles Reif Center Performing Arts Center - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Pokegama Lake - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Pokegama Golf Course - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Itascan Motel

Motel near Mississippi River
Itascan Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Itascan Motel include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a regional park

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving after 11 PM should ring the bell for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per stay
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Itascan Motel Grand Rapids
Itascan Motel
Itascan Grand Rapids
Itascan
Itascan Hotel Grand Rapids
Itascan Motel Motel
Itascan Motel Grand Rapids
Itascan Motel Motel Grand Rapids

Frequently asked questions

Is Itascan Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Itascan Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Itascan Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Itascan Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Itascan Motel located?

Situated in a regional park, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Mississippi River, Itasca County Historical Society Museum, and McGowan Park. Grand Rapids Public Library and Maplewood Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Itascan Motel Reviews

6.0

6.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.0

Staff & service

5.8

Eco-friendliness

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 185 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed a last minute place to stay with reasonable rates! Staff were so very nice and amazing and the beds were super comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not the fanciest but very clean and welcoming. Staff were very nice and pleasant. Check in was very easy and so was check out. I’ll definitely be renting from them again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Nice place to stay. Will book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jerre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was acceptable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliest, most personable hotel keeper I've met in ages.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jo Ann

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have never stayed at a hotel as dirty as this one in my life
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Staff & service
It did have a full refrigerator.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
nothing to add
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good place to sleep only complaint would be shower head was low and I had to squat to wash my hair.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not too bad!👍

Pleasant stay at an iconic GR fixture. Room exuded a 1960s vibe. Could do with minor touch-up. But PLEASE, value and retain the classic old school motel experience. Thank you!👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and huge rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jodi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very filthy. Dirty...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Barely acceptable. The room smelled. We got one towel for two of us. Went to the front desk and the owner couldn't/wouldn't provide a second one. Crazy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita louse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was clean staff was very personable .
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was wonderful. Great place for an overnight. Was a bit humid, could hear other rooms TVs, but all in all great for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner very nice!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

not great but cheap and convenient.

the toilet wasn’t fully clean and the sink drain plug wouldn’t UNplug. in the freezer i found a package of banana popsicles and there was a water supply hose in a drawer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great pit stop for the price. I would return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient place to stay as I journey along the MRT - Mississippi River Trailway
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

loren

Liked: Staff & service
the room was very affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Hair on sheets. Hair on toilet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Location had easy access to my event , price was economical . Musty , Room needs upgrade carpet is long past its prime - worn & needs a good cleaning better yet replace it . Shower very small and built for short people at 6’ I had to struggle to wash my hair .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alexander

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Will not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

Love time on the island

Beautiful view, gps wanted me to walk on water to get here. Ate at Anchor Bar close, great burger.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

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