South Pier Inn – A Favorite for Families in Duluth
About the Hotel
Waterfront Suites & Rooms
South Pier Inn offers 20 waterfront suites with whirlpools, fireplaces, and private balconies overlooking either the Aerial Lift Bridge or Duluth/Superior Harbor. Rooms include 40-inch HDTVs, DVD players, binoculars, and cotton terry bathrobes. Well-appointed guest rooms provide an economical option with refrigerators and free WiFi. All accommodations feature soundproof walls and air conditioning.
Complimentary Breakfast Service
Guests receive a continental breakfast with fresh baked goods from Johnson's Bakery, Duluth Coffee Company coffee, Positively Third Street Bakery granola, yogurt parfaits, fresh fruit, hard-boiled eggs, and oatmeal. Breakfast is served seven days a week and can be enjoyed on the outdoor patio overlooking the ship canal.
Lakeside Recreation Areas
The hotel features 400 feet of private shoreline with Adirondack chairs and blankets for ship watching. An outdoor patio with firepit sits beneath the Aerial Lift Bridge. Gardens with 175 feet of annuals, perennials, and a Japanese zen garden are maintained from May through October. Guided morning history tours depart from the patio at 9:00 AM based on weather.
Canal Park Location
Situated at the foot of the Aerial Lift Bridge on Park Point, the hotel provides direct access to seven miles of sandy beaches. It is within walking distance of Canal Park's shops, restaurants, and attractions including Lake Superior Art Glass and Adventure Zone. The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center is 1.5 km away, and Great Lakes Aquarium is 1.5 km from the property.
Guest Services & Policies
Services include complimentary WiFi, electric vehicle charging stations (120v, 20 amp), and discounted admission to area attractions. The hotel is pet-free but welcomes ADA-compliant service animals. One parking space per room is provided free of charge. Smoking incurs a $500 cleaning fee. Room rates are based on double occupancy with fees for additional guests.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Allergy-free rooms
- Vending machines
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Fishing
Services
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor