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The Washburn Inn - On the Lake

2.5 star property
Lakefront Washburn hotel connected to the convention center, steps from Lake Superior

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Located close to StageNorth and Houghton Falls Nature Preserve, The Washburn Inn - On the Lake provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, The Harbor View, features a beachfront location. In addition to a bar and a conference center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 20 bedrooms, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

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8.2 out of 10
Very good
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Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
20 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 20 bedrooms, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(122 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
20 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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20 bedrooms, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
20 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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20 bedrooms, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Traditional Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Futon

About the neighborhood

Located in Washburn, The Washburn Inn - On the Lake is connected to the convention center. StageNorth and Madeline Island Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mount Ashwabay Ski and Recreation Area and Apostle Islands Cruises. Lake Superior and Houghton Falls Nature Preserve are two other places to visit that come recommended. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby. Visit our Washburn travel guide
Map
123 Harbor View Drive, Washburn, WI, 54891

What's nearby

  • View of Bayfield Wisconsin from the water
    Apostle Islands Marina
    17 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • StageNorth
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bayfield County Courthouse
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Apostle Islands Cruises
    17 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Madeline Island Museum
    27 min drive - 18.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    17 min drive
  • Culver's
    22 min drive
  • Ashland Family Restaurant
    19 min drive
  • Frankie's Pizza
    20 min drive
  • Taqueria La Monarca
    19 min drive

About this property

The Washburn Inn - On the Lake

Hotel near Lake Superior
Located close to StageNorth and Houghton Falls Nature Preserve, The Washburn Inn - On the Lake provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, The Harbor View, features a beachfront location. In addition to a bar and a conference center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, freezers, and free extra beds

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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
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • The Harbor View

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

Washburn Inn Lake
Super 8 Washburn WI
Inn Washburn
Super 8 Washburn
Washburn Super 8
Washburn Lake
The Washburn On The Washburn
The Washburn Inn - On the Lake Hotel
The Washburn Inn - On the Lake Washburn
The Washburn Inn - On the Lake Hotel Washburn

Frequently asked questions

Is The Washburn Inn - On the Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Washburn Inn - On the Lake?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Washburn Inn - On the Lake?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Washburn Inn - On the Lake located?

Situated in Washburn, this golf hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Superior and StageNorth. Houghton Falls Nature Preserve and Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Washburn Inn - On the Lake Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 491 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accomodations and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, clean hotel with nice restaurant on site.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The front desk worker was kind, the hotel was a great location. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really welcoming friendly staff. Beautiful location. Room was very clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, super comfortable bed, beautiful location with a walking trail next to the lake. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Our room was clean, well stocked, and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

darcie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very friendly & Accommodating staff, allows dogs for a charge, room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Short walk (1/4mi) to Washburn marina, restaurants, bars, and historic sites.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay! Loved the views and hiking trail. Wish the restaurant was open Sunday evening though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and hosts were very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and friendly. A nice clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the fact that there was a restaurant right in the parking lot of the hotel. The food was, the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very large room and so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and.clean, beds super comfy. Short walk to the water as well as their onsite bar/restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and friendly staff. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Beautiful location. Very affordable rates.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Very clean, safe room, excellent sleeping/matress, very good customer service!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valorie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean room with awesome staff!! Modern rooms, no tub only a shower, but that worked for my needs. No breakfast, but otherwise, microwave and fridge in room was handy!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, staff was super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NICE HOTEL, RIGHT ON THE BAY. RESTAURANT NEXT DOOR VERY GOOD.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property on the lake is beautiful. You can take a nice walk around after a great dinner at the restaurant/bar on the property. Perfect one night stay while doing the Lake Superior Circle Tour
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room. Exceedingly helpful staff. Very comfortable bed. No complaints at all.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

The facility was clean, and the staff was very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Expensive for just Basic hotel without pool or breakfast and out of season. It is a nice location near Lake Superior.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property fronted one of the hiking trails liked and had a beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025