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Aurora Staples Inn

3.0 star property
Travelers find peaceful moments at this historic inn, where a crackling fireplace welcomes after days spent exploring the natural beauty of the St. Croix Valley

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Aurora Staples Inn blends historic charm with comfort near Lowell Park. Warm up by the lobby fireplace after visiting Saint Croix Vineyards or walk to the seasonal Ice Castle. Relax in the garden between river adventures.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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8.0 out of 10
Very good
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  • Garden view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • River view
  • 34 sq m
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About the neighborhood

Located in Stillwater, Aurora Staples Inn is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lowell Park and Willow River State Park, while Ice Castle and Knoke's Chocolates are popular area attractions. Don't miss out on a visit to Pine Tree Apple Orchard. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, sailing, and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Stillwater travel guide
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Map
303 N. Fourth Street, Stillwater, MN, 55082

What's nearby

  • Stillwater Minnesota Cityscape view of the flooded Lowell Park in autumn. Historic Stillwater Lift Bridge under construction, over the St Croix River
    Lowell Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ice Castle just outside of the Twin Cities Minnesota in Stillwater, Wisconsin
    Ice Castle
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Warden's House Museum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Saint Croix River
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Saint Paul Union Depot
    27 min drive
  • St. Paul, MN (STP-St. Paul Downtown)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ziggy's
    7 min walk
  • The Freight House
    11 min walk
  • P.D. Pappy's
    7 min walk
  • River Siren Brewing
    5 min walk
  • Charlie's Restaurant & Irish Pub
    8 min walk

About this property

Aurora Staples Inn

Guesthouse near Ice Castle
Located close to Lowell Park and Saint Croix Vineyards, Aurora Staples Inn provides a garden and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and wedding services
  • 1 meeting room
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1892
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods

Access code

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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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, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aurora Staples Inn 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 Aurora Staples Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Aurora Staples Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Aurora Staples Inn located?

Located in the heart of Stillwater, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Ice Castle and Lowell Park. Saint Croix Vineyards and Willow River State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Aurora Staples Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 250 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was great ! Owner greeted us and let us know if we needed anything to call ….. Room was very clean, nice and quiet , very comfortable place ! Would stay again . Thanks for a great stay !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Aurora Staples Inn is a fantastic B&B, one of the best. The accommodations in the St. Croix Suite is spectacular, with antique furniture, in room fireplace, huge suite space, and amazing linens and decor. We appreciate the hassle-free checkin, host greeting, and the ease of parking and location to downtown. We will stay here every time we visit Stillwater.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

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

Aurora Staples Inn was a great stay

Very clean accommodations, quiet and comfortable. Breakfast at the Lowell Inn was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Homey bed and breakfast feel without the early communal breakfast meal. Absolutely loved our time there!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great one night stay to celebrate our Anniversary. The Gvierney room was so comfortable, the bed was soft and we enjoyed the jetted bathtub. Would definitely book it again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is such a cute place. Check in was super easy, and we're loving it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the jetted tub.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love old houses This one is a meticulously kept architectural dream . Well kept and wonderfully decorated. Bed was comfy. Breakfast at the Lowel inn was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
steeped in history the in lay wood work is spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful large rooms - amazing space
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet and comfortable

Super comfortable room. Beautiful house. Everyone was quiet the night I stayed there. Walking distance to the central district. The sun room off the Riverside Suite has a nice table for work and the territorial view is quite pleasant. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Thao

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Cute inn

This is our second stay here with my daughter as a mom-daughter overnight. The inn is pleasant and the location is great. The room was too hot, which made it difficult to sleep at times. The St. Croix suite was lovely. Would stay there again. I do miss the morning breakfast as the breakfast at the nearby restaurant was lacking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful visit to the Aurora Staples. It was just a little away from the main area, so it was quiet and convenient. Very Charming. We stayed in the Riverview room which had a small porch and a hanging swing. Very nicely decorated. Touchless entry was convenient and flexible.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Contactless entry was easy with passcode. Only available beverages were a kureg coffee maker and bottled water in fridge. Did get voucher for breakfast at a nearby restaurant. Recommend for those who like victorian style B&Bs. Lovely old furniture and decor. Bed was king and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded our expectations! The photos do not do justice! After staying here, I could never go back to a traditional hotel. We didn’t want to leave our room! The views, the character, and cozy atmosphere were out of this world. The complimentary breakfast was at a separate location, but was the cherry on top of an amazing stay! WE CANT WAIT TO VISIT AGAIN!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Lovely carriage house!

The carriage house was very spacious with a lovely tub and shower. The bed was very comfy. We never met the owners. That part felt kind of impersonal. They were out of ice (per text) and there was no water supplied in our room like there was in the house. Otherwise, the room had most of what we needed. The breakfast coupon was for a truly spectacular restaurant with incredible service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

Nice place, and would stay again!

Stay was very good. The hot tub in the room is actually a luke warm tub. However I kind of understand, as hot water would probably create moisture problems in the room over time. Very well kept historic house. The chocolates when entering, and in the room are a nice touch. Nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This establishment is situated in an old restored home. It still has the original wooden floors, doors and fixtures. Internet access was very simple and worked perfectly. Location of this house is within walking distance of Main Street, home to many restaurants and antique shops. A walkable linear path over the lift bridge. Very good customer service. We experienced a power outage which lasted 5 hours. We received a partial refund. Even though it did not affect us, a tree was blown down during this recent storm. It was clear out before midday. Would recommend this place for quiet stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois

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

Perfect Getaway

We booked the St Croix Suite to celebrate a milestone birthday with mom/adult daughter. The room was lovely with a seating area and fireplace, so we settled in before walking to a nearby restaurant for dinner. It was dark, but we felt safe. A good hill climb, and more time relaxing. We didn't use the hot tub, but it is big enough for two. The bed was a King, and very comfortable. You do not feel movement of the other person, and we slept great. I would definitely book here again!! Also breakfast at the Lowell inn, just down the hill was delicious. We both ordered the eggs benedict and were not disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Carriage House and it was awesome! Very private, clean, bed was comfy. Three sided fireplace and jacuzzi tub made the night. The house was nice and were able to see 3 of the 4 suites which was nice. The only thing that was different from the dozens of other B7B's or Inns we have stayed at is there is no interaction/getting to know the owners.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely home.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a beautiful inn. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

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

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming house
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025