Hotel Rapids

Property class: 2.5
Grand Rapids hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Hotel Rapids offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Mississippi River. After relaxing in the sauna, guests can grab a bite to eat at HR Bar and Bistro, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Sauna
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Premium bedding
  • Limited housekeeping

Room options

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 743 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bunk Bed, 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(68 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a wall mural, a dark wooden dresser, and a carpeted floor.

Comfort Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area.

Family Suite, Multiple Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread and a grey skirted duvet. There are two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, and a window with blinds.

Junior Single Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bunk bed with a white mattress, orange blanket, and striped pillows.

Comfort Double Room, Multiple Beds

  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
680 US Hwy 2 East, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744

What's nearby

  • Veterans Memorial Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Itasca County Historical Society Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Old Central School - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oakland Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Gilbert Mansion - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Smoke On The Water - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Florio's Grill and Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Hotel Rapids

  • Hotel Rapids offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Mississippi River. After relaxing in the sauna, guests can grab a bite to eat at HR Bar and Bistro, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only. Pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation; restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Off-leash area available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children's games

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1950
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Sauna
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

HR Bar and Bistro - This bistro serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 1 to 10 for adults, and USD 1 to 10 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Hotel Rapids Grand Rapids
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Rapids Grand Rapids
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Rapids offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Rapids does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Rapids?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Rapids?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Rapids?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Hotel Rapids and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Hotel Rapids also has a sauna.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Rapids?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, HR Bar and Bistro.

What's the area around Hotel Rapids like?

Hotel Rapids is a short 1-minute walk from Mississippi River and 18 minutes' walk from The Gilbert Mansion.

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Reviews

Hotel Rapids Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant offered delicious food, great breakfast options, and creative cocktails in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. (45 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were delicious and varied, with many guests enjoying the crepes and other offerings. (44 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff, and the breakfast was great
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4/10 Fair

Beautiful room, great service 10/10 would stay again
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, spacious room, renovated, delicious breakfast!
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing and the room was perfect!
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10/10 Exceptional

Fun place to stay! Chloe was friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very attentive to requests and all staff was very friendly!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, comfortable and exactly what I was looking for: charming, easy to access, family owned.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room had lovely little touches, and the staff were beyond welcoming. I would definitely stay again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great, place was really cute, and who else has a yurt?
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is always so helpful and kind.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room and the food and little bar.
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8/10 Very good

Location was very convenient.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was great and the food was fantastic. We can’t say enough about the staff and can’t wait to stay there again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel Rapids Stay

Very friendly staff, beautiful place.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the atmosphere and every single staff person had a smile!
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10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay

We always enjoy our stay at the Hotel Rapids. The staff is so friendly, the rooms are nice and the crepes are delicious.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean place and good food
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms are clean and the staff is friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was beautiful and clean, staff were so friendly! Thank you for your services! I’ll definitely come again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, Great staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Renovations at hotel are real nice, coffee and breakfast in am were delicious!
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved this place! Great accommodations, interesting food choices, helpful staff … NO complaints at all! Would stay again
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were great, funny, and informed about their town.
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10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was great!!! Staff was amazing and room was very comfortable!! We will definitely be back!!!