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Northwoods Inn & Suites

Property class: 2.5
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Ely motel

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A lobby with a staircase, wooden furniture, a lamp, and a view of the outside.
A reception area with a counter, a clock, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, a desk with a lamp, and wall art.
A two-story building with a covered porch and a large barn-like structure.
A kitchen with a coffee machine, a microwave, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1605 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN, 55731
  • Place, Superior National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorothy Molter Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, International Wolf Center
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, a desk with a lamp, and wall art.

Basic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, air conditioning unit, and a large window.

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, air conditioning unit, and a large window.

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, stove, and wooden cabinets.

Suite, Kitchenette

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

About the area

Ely

In Ely .Within a 10-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Superior National Forest and Dorothy Molter Museum. Also, Shagawa Lake is within 2 miles (3 km) and White Iron Lake is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Superior National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dorothy Molter Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • International Wolf Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Shagawa Lake - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort - 53 min drive - 79.9 km

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frisky Otter - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Britton's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Northern Grounds - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Evergreen Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Northwoods Inn & Suites

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Ely motel
Northwoods Inn & Suites offers its guests a vending machine and express check-out. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Ely motel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
Northwoods Inn & Suites offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 46-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Comfort Plus Ely
Comfort Plus Motel
Comfort Plus Motel Ely
Comfort Plus
Northwoods Inn & Suites Ely
Northwoods Inn & Suites Motel
Northwoods Inn & Suites Motel Ely

Frequently asked questions

How close is Northwoods Inn & Suites to the airport?

Northwoods Inn & Suites is 70.1 mi (92-min drive) away from the Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Northwoods Inn & Suites?

As of Oct 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northwoods Inn & Suites on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $120, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Northwoods Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Northwoods Inn & Suites.

Does Northwoods Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

Northwoods Inn & Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Northwoods Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Northwoods Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Northwoods Inn & Suites?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Northwoods Inn & Suites have a pool?

Northwoods Inn & Suites does not have a pool.

Does Northwoods Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Northwoods Inn & Suites to downtown Ely?

Northwoods Inn & Suites is 1.1 mi away from Ely.

Northwoods Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 274 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All in all it was an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly staff. Great location and nicely updated and clean. I will definitely stay here again and recommend to friends! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good, clean, and quiet place to stay. Polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were a little firm for my taste, but they had a good breakfast the next morning! Everyone one was nice and good location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing special but a nice clean and quiet stay. Breakfast didn't have waffles or a lot of fruit, but had toast, cereal, muffins, yogurt, coffee, juice, oatmeal
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The motel was convenient but could use a refresh.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great rooms and services.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean. The pic from the reservation information looked different than seeing in person. The pic was much nicer than in person. It was a nice stay, I felt safe and it was a nice area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is always clean and staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a comfortable place to stay when we were in Ely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was nice and extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check-in to check-out, every interaction with staff was pleasant and professional.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great simple breakfast, and clean facility!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic motel, but really annoying they only run breakfast 6-8am. At least you could go till 9am at a minimum. The window in room 201 (farthest room at the end of the hall) doesn’t fullly lock properly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in/out; friendly staff; clean quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great launchpad for BWCA exploration
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy as the check in. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic hotel but sheets were clean, good water pressure, room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Northwoods Inn was clean and staff were friendly. We enjoyed our room with a hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location before heading into the Boundary Waters.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night as a jumping off point for a BWCA trip. We found the staff very helpful and the room very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022