other amenities include an indoor pool, a lively lobby bar, a fitness center and a coin-operated laundry. hot breakfast, parking and all-day coffee are complimentary. off i-35, this modern, mountain lodge-style hotel overlooking lake superior provides direct access to canal park and the duluth lakewalk, and is an 11-minute walk from the great lakes aquarium. casual rooms feature flat-screen tvs and free wi-fi, plus coffeemakers, minifridges and microwaves. upgraded rooms have sofabeds, balconies and/or lake views. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. airy 1-bedroom suites add in-room hot tubs Duluth International Airport 17 min
Bayfront Festival Park (17 min) This public plaza next to Lake Superior offers views, summer festivals & winter ice skating. Enger Park (10 min) Attraction featuring a stone tower with panoramic views, a Japanese peace garden & walking paths. Great Lakes Aquarium (13 min) Waterfront aquarium displaying fish, reptiles, birds & other animals, plus hands-on touch tanks. Aerial Lift Bridge (7 min) Landmark 1905 steel bridge whose deck can be lifted 135 ft. to allow for the passage of large ships. Lake Superior Railroad Museum (12 min) Exhibits of historic railcars & equipment in a former depot, plus excursions & regional history. Lake Superior Zoo (10 min) Indoor/outdoor zoo with big cats, primates & a barnyard, plus tours on a mini train & a cafe. Glensheen (6 min) Tours of a historic 39-room mansion with its original furnishings intact, plus extensive grounds. Duluth Children's Museum (6 min) Longtime center with creative & educational exhibits, programs & activities for children. William A Irvin Museum (7 min) Launched in 1937, this flagship iron ore & coal freight vessel offers daily guided tours. Enger Tower (10 min) Built in 1939, this 5-story stone tower features lookouts with views of the Twin Ports. North Shore Scenic Railroad (12 min) Seasonal narrated train tours follow a historic transport corridor for short, long & themed rides. Leif Erikson Park (3 min) Popular park along the Lakewalk featuring a small stage for events, a rose garden & water views. Minnesota Point (14 min) Beach and lighthouse Lake Superior Marine Museum (7 min) Exhibits documenting & preserving the heritage of this maritime region are displayed at this museum. Spirit Mountain Recreation Area (14 min) Recreational mountain featuring wintertime downhill skiing & a summertime adventure park. |