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Afton House Inn

3.0 star property
Riverfront bed & breakfast with 2 restaurants and a winery

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Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed (1st Floor) | Private spa tub
2 bars/lounges
Lobby
Walk-Out, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub & Fireplace (1st Floor) | Terrace/patio
Property amenity
Afton House Inn sits riverside, offering a peaceful getaway with full breakfast included. Guests can visit the attached winery, book spa treatments, or admire garden views. Two on-site restaurants serve fine dining options, while free WiFi and concierge services enhance the stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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River Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

River Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (2nd Floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Walk-Out, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub & Fireplace (1st Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Walk-Out, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub & Fireplace (1st Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (3rd Floor)

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (3rd Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (3rd Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - single
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub & Fireplace (1st Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub & Fireplace (1st Floor)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (1st Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (1st Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed (1st Floor)

Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed (1st Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Suite, 1 Queen Bed (1st Floor)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (2nd Floor)

Luxury Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (2nd Floor) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (2nd Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 93 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
3291 St. Croix Tr. S, Afton, MN, 55001

What's nearby

  • Afton State Park - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Afton Alps Ski Area - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Troy Burne Golf Club - 20 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • University of Wisconsin River Falls - 26 min drive - 19.9 miles
  • Grand Casino Arena - 29 min drive - 23.9 miles

Getting around

  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 24 min drive
  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aldi's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Danny's Kitchen + Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Afton House Inn

Bed & breakfast by the river
Consider a stay at Afton House Inn and take advantage of free full breakfast, an attached winery, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a garden and a hair salon, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Meeting rooms, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

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  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Winery

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 509 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open select days

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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1867
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 11 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM 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 50.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 7.00 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Afton House
Afton House Inn
Afton Inn
Afton House Hotel Afton
Afton House Hotel
The Afton House Inn
Afton House Inn Afton
Afton House Inn Bed & breakfast
Afton House Inn Bed & breakfast Afton

Frequently asked questions

Is Afton House Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay and a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Afton House Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Afton House Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Afton House Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Afton House Inn located?

Situated in the historical district, this spa bed & breakfast is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Saint Croix River and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Afton State Park. Afton Alps Golf Course and Lakefront Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Afton House Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 244 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredible, very historic pace, and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was huge and perfect for a family of four. Everything was clean and the staff that we encountered were all helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Terry

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
When we got back to the room after dinner there was a 4x 4 area near the hot tub going into the restroom that the floor was wet. We called management but they did not detect where the issue was from. They gave us a box fan to run to try to dry it out. They did not have another room available.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I picked this place for the jacuzzi tub but it was really small and only one person at a time. The shower was also reallllly small. The building is very old and shows its age but very clean. We weren't impressed for the price but it was an okay place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

CHARLOTTE

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great. Bed was hard as a rock and in poor condition. No soap in bathroom. Water reeked of sulfur. Paid for 2 nights, but only stayed for 1 night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
very rustic and old.. very friendly.. nice free breakfast Inn more favorable for Marina use. rooms and bathroom very small.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

Very nice

Very neat historic building. Room was very nice and clean. I liked having the walk out and the tub was great. Breakfast was very good too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous as always Afton is a gem so is Peggy at the front desk the wind was nuts whipping the sign all night otherwise our room was spectacular nice big bed fireplace🔥 and hot tub great 🌊 company makes this one of the most romantic places in Minnesota we are life long customers thank you for making us feel so comfortable just like our own home and a family as well the restaurants all serve great food whether you want fine dining or anything in-between they accommodate we appreciate all everyone does to make this a special place and memorable experience thank you 🌹
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John-Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Time

Enjoyable time spent at the Afton. My girlfriend and l thoroughly loved the experience. Will be back soon!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute, clean, and charming! Peggy was so friendly and welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute and cozy....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. However the property needs updating. It might have been great in 1980, but it looks like it hasn't had any work done since. Breakfast buffet was ok but nothing special.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Under staffed. Had to wait awhile to check in, and forever at the restaurant. Place was clean, but not worth the cost.

4/10 Poor

KRISTIN

Liked: Cleanliness
The noise during the night was bad. Didn’t get much sleep. Unless you’re lucky enough to get people in the rooms next to you that respect rule and common sense
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Best place to stay in Afton, Minnesota

I love the historic aspect of it, and Peggy was amazing with her fine dining experience and told us the history of the Afton historical in. Everyone was so happy and wonderful, and the rooms were very clean. They really know how to make cocktails in the bar and they have a wide variety of wines at swirl. The food was amazing not that much attention to the morning breakfast we had to get our own stuff like coffee cups and silverware and dishes. They weren’t so great at replenishing breakfast but that’s OK. The rest of the state made it more than worthwhile and the views are beautiful of the marina and Saint Croix river and your Jean at the front desk is amazing at up selling, so that’s awesome, she gave us so many ideas of things to do in the area as we came down for the strawberry festival, but weren’t as many strawberry things as I anticipated with the vendors should be more strawberry things. It is a great place to go and relax and unwind, and be together .
Afton Apple Strawberries
Afton apple strawberries
Find dining room, and this is the mushroom risotto. Amazing.
Fine dining the steak is to die, for it was a Sirloin
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Stevy

Liked: Cleanliness

Disappointing experience

Our room was taken by someone else when we got there. We were given another room which was an "upgrade" but it faced the street, did not have a balcony or patio. The hot tub had missing and broken parts. It was a terrible experience. Once we found the 1 person who works her butt off there, she got us into a better room, actually it was our favorite room. She goes above and beyond. She even gave us some truffles. She also gave us 10% off Dinner, but then the hotel closed everything dude to weather (which didnt get bad until much later). We were told we were the only guests. We didn't get to use our discount, we didnt get to relax at all with all the changes. I get rooms like this when I am suffering from Burnout and need to relax and just get away. I was at a conference the week before and really just needed to relax. It was also my Huband's birthday present and it was ruined. Except for our wonderful lady! She is amazing or I would have given all 1 star for this trip, which was quite the opposite review we gave last time. If there are only 2 people in the hotel and you offer add ons, they should still be available to the 2 guests. Im not sure we will ever come back, cause if it snows it closes, its like you have to look forward in the weather to know if they will randomly close everything. This was a waste of 600.00 dollars and that's a shame, we were going to hold events here. I'm the VP for a company, and we wanted to do retreats here and such.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen Van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Afton House Inn amenities, ambience & staff exceeded our expectations. We couldn't hve picked a more suitable plce to decompress.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Safe, yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

adam

Neat place. Good burger in the resturant, rooms still use a physical key. I like that
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff and dinner was super good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

NormaJean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint Inn. The staff were all very kind and went out of their way to make me feel welcome. Peggy is great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Strawberry Fest!

Strawberry Fest! What a perfect place to stay to help our daughter set up her paintings at the festival!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were amazing! The breakfast was excellent! We really enjoyed our entire stay. The water pressure was poor, but understandable on the historic side.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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