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South Pier Inn

4.7 (740 reviews) Hand-verified for 2026
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Why we picked it

"Travelers looking for a relaxing getaway in Duluth will love this hidden gem. The South Pier Inn offers something special that sets it apart from other hotels: private in-room hot tubs with amazing Lake Superior views."

At a glance
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In-Room Jacuzzi
Private whirlpool tub located directly in your suite.
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Top Ranking
Currently #1 of 34 hotels in Duluth on TripAdvisor.
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Guest Favorite 4.8 / 5 stars by travelers on TripAdvisor.

About The Hotel

Travelers looking for a relaxing getaway in Duluth will love this hidden gem. The South Pier Inn offers something special that sets it apart from other hotels: private in-room hot tubs with amazing Lake Superior views. Each room’s Jacuzzi lets you soak while watching waves crash right outside your window - a truly unique experience.

Guests really love this place, ranking it #1 out of 34 Duluth hotels on TripAdvisor with an impressive 4.8 rating. The hot tubs are perfect for couples wanting a romantic escape or travelers needing to unwind after exploring the North Shore. Each tub is clean, well-maintained, and positioned perfectly to enjoy stunning waterfront scenery.

Beyond the hot tubs, the hotel offers great extras like free parking, WiFi, and included breakfast. Its beachfront location means you can jump from your in-room Jacuzzi right to Lake Superior’s shoreline. Whether you’re visiting in summer or watching winter storms roll in, this hotel provides a cozy, relaxing base for your Duluth adventure. The private hot tubs make every stay feel like a special treat.

The Location

South Pier Inn is situated at 701 S Lake Ave, Duluth, MN 55802-2401. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.

What's at the hotel
newspaper Newspaper
king_bed Suites
wifi WiFi
wifi Internet
local_parking Free Parking
beach_access Beachfront
hotel Beach Access
free_breakfast Breakfast
smoke_free Non-Smoking
ac_unit A/C
accessible Accessible
microwave Microwave
Location & neighborhood

Duluth,
Duluth.

701 S Lake Ave, Duluth, MN 55802-2401
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Guest reviews

What guests are saying about South Pier Inn.

4.7 out of 5· 740 reviews
★★★★★
5/5
a month ago
"This place has it all! So wonderful I dont want others to know about it! Hahah! We came up for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. We stayed in the Executive Suite and the view was perfection of the harbor and Bentleyville when it was lit up! This room was so clean, I didnt use 1 Lysol wipe(which i bring to all hotels just in case)! The woman working the nightshift, Marjorie, made the cutest prepped hot cocoa cups with extras on the side ready to add! The best touch on a cold day! She also looked up and called around, to see what restaurants may be open Christmas for us! So above and beyond. The guy in the day shift was also super nice! The hotel is so cute, awesome location, and wonderful all around! It was a perfect Christmas getaway for our family of 3!"

— Rebekah Lynch

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★★★★★
5/5
3 months ago
"My boyfriend and I recently stayed in the executive suite here and it was great! Very clean, great view, and great location. They had many small touches in our room I was impressed by. The umbrella, extra pillows and blankets, books to read, and my favorite was the binoculars. They even supplied a shoe horn which just shows the thought they put into the place.The breakfast had many great options for a quick bite as well. Watching the ships was really neat to see, they even had an option to get a call from the hotel when a ship was going to be coming through. I cant say enough good things about this hotel. We will definitely be back!"

— Leslie Koehnen

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★★★★★
5/5
a month ago
"Second time staying at the South Pier Inn. This time to see the Bentleyville Xmas Lights Tour (an easy walk from the hotel). The Inn is simply great. Lovely room (with hot tub and fireplace!). Very friendly folks at the counter. Free cookies, fruit and hot chocolate. How could it be any better? Well, how about the spectacular vertically rising bridge and giant ships passing by? And on the other side of the bridge, all sorts of restaurants, etc. We will be back! Soon!"

— Mark Hobson

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