Play by day, sleep by night
From houseboats to resorts, franchises to private residences--the Rainy Lake area offers lodging and day-time activities for everyone.
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Looking for a place to stay and play?
We invite you to visit the Rainy Lake area and enjoy one of our many places to stay and play!
Jacuzzi Suites
Continental Breakfast Pets Allowed |
America Best Value Inn
Highway 53 South
International Falls, MN 56649 (218) 283-8811 With locations across the nation, stay with pride at Americas Best Value Inn. Not only will you get the best bang for your buck. You are choosing to stay at a locally owned and operated hotel, which provides an honest stay and reliable service. A good stay doesn’t require any complicated formula. We focus on a comfortable bed to sleep in, complimentary breakfast each morning and the promise of a great day ahead. It is that simple. We wish you safe travels and fun adventures. |
Indoor Pool
Sauna/Hot Tub Airport Shuttle |
AmericInn
Highway 11 West
International Falls, MN 56649 218-283-8000 218-283-3774 Located on Highway 11 West, just minutes from the airport, close to various restaurants and shopping. Indoor pool, kids pool, sauna, hot tub, game room, pool tables, lounge, restaurant, exercise room, conference rooms, banquet facilities, handicap accessible, pets allowed in smoking rooms, airport shuttle, breakfast perk. |
In-room Refrigerators
Handicap Accessible Continental Breakfast |
Days Inn
Highway 53 South International Falls, MN 56649
218-283-9441 800-329-7466 At Days Inn, we focus on the little things that surprise and delight to help you enjoy your stay and kick off each day with a little extra oomph. Like the sun, we are energized to provide a warm smile and great service to our guests every time they stay with us. |
Snowmobiling
Hunting WiFi |
Falls Motel
2101 2nd Ave W (Hwy 53 South) International Falls, Minnesota 56649
1-800-328-8435 218-283-8434 Email Us! Here you'll find some of the most clean and spacious accommodations in International Falls, offering up to four beds per motel room. We also offer pet-friendly lodging to guests with four-legged family members and a pick-up service for those arriving at the Falls International Airport. Our large parking lot provides easy access for guests pulling trailers, whether you're towing a fishing boat or several snowmobiles. |
Air Conditioning
Breakfast Voyageurs National Park |
Hilltop Motel
2002 2nd Avenue West International Falls, Minnesota 56649
218-283-2505 800-322-6671 Located on the south side of town as you enter International Falls, Hilltop Motel is ranked #1 on Trip Advisor and is conveniently located at U.S. Highway 53 and 20th Street, 1-1/2 miles from the U.S.-Canadian border crossing. Rick and Barb offer many wonderful amenities to make your stay more comfortable as well as provide you with old-fashioned customer service. All rooms and cabins are clean, comfortable and specially decorated to make your overnight experience pleasant and restful. We have tourist information available as well as fax and copy services. All rooms and cabins also have air conditioning and 70 channel cable TV with remote. |
Air Conditioning
Breakfast Voyageurs National Park |
Northern Lights Motel
1602 2nd Ave. W. Hwy. 53 International Falls, MN 56649
218-283-2508 800-889-6009 218-240-1930 We have so many different styles of rooms you're bound to like one of them. Our rooms are clean and comfortable 72 channels of cable, local calls are free. We are within walking distance of many restaurants, Laundromat, convenience stores bait shops, lounges and the liquor store. We're open all year with special seasonal prices, Outdoor plugins and we're near to the snowmobile trail. We are across the road from Domino's pizza and the BP Gas Station. Come and stay with us. We treat people in so many different ways you're sure to be happy. We are minutes from Rainy Lake and Voyageurs National Park and Biking, Hiking, and Snowmobiling Trails. |
WiFi
Refrigerators Snowmobiles welcome |
Voyageur Motel
1210 3rd Ave International Falls, MN 56649
218-283-9424 877-283-9424 The Voyageur Motel in International Falls, MN is a family owned and operated motel located less than one mile from the Rainy River and the Canadian Border, and just 10 minutes from beautiful Rainy Lake and Voyageurs National Park. Conveniently located on Highway 53, the Voyageur motel is next to the ATV/Snowmobile Trail within walking distance to Holiday Gas and Convenience Store, The Jug Liquor Store, The Outdoorsman Sporting Goods, restaurants, and a laundromat. The Voyageur Motel has a friendly, small-motel atmosphere with large-hotel amenities. Our rooms are clean, comfortable, and well equipped for your lodging comfort and convenience. |
Campfire
Family Vacation Boating |
Bushman Family Island Cabin
(773) 636-2022
Three-bedroom, one-family cabin on island in Rainy Lake near International Falls, Minnesota. Decks and patio overlooking gorgeous view. Northern Lights are often enchanting from the front deck chairs looking toward Canada around 11:30 PM. Fishing, swimming, and boating on beautiful Rainy Lake. Close to nature and ideal for star watching. Four acres of beautiful views and quiet reflection. Great for families with teenagers and grade school children. Sand Beach for swimming and a Baby Beach for small children. Two docks for boats and a Baby Island for campfires. Perfect for an old-fashioned Northwoods Minnesota family vacation. Please no pets. |
Golf
Snowmobiling Cross-Country Skiing |
Casa Loma
2043 County Road 102 International Falls, MN 56649
1-800-554-9188 218-286-5391 Relax on spacious decks, enjoy the clear skies and starlit nights in your own hot tub. Boat, shop, golf, fish, hike, dine-out, and bike all while staying on fabulous Rainy Lake. You have your own private dock to either keep your own boat or a rental boat of your choice. Fishing is superb, Black Bay is two miles to the east, walleyes and world famous Rainy Lake crappies abound. Venture further and explore Rainy Lake’s 225,000 acres and 1600 islands. |
Swimming
Private Beach Family Vacation |
Davis House | Lakeshore Cottage
Ranier, MN
952-215-4098 This rustic cottage on the shore of Rainy Lake in Ranier is the perfect base camp for exploring the natural wonders of Rainy Lake and Voyageur's National Park--or just hanging out with the locals in the quirky town of Ranier. It features a living room with a huge window overlooking the lake, a deck and a wonderful lawn that runs down to the water. It's a great place to spend a week or two (or the whole summer!) with your family. Kids love the beach--just steps away--and swimming off the breakwater. And if you just want solitude or a quiet place to write your memoirs, Ranier has long been a haven for writers and painters and artists of every kind. |
Swimming
Private Beach Family Vacation |
The House on Rainy Lake
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Contact us on Facebook Nestled on beautiful Rainy Lake, on the US/Canadian border, is The Lake House. Owned by Bill and Terry Lahmayer since 1983, this very unique home is situated in the quaint, historic, lakeside village of Ranier, MN, just two miles east of International Falls. Just 50 feet from the water's edge, The Lake House offers stunning sunsets and lake views. Directly across the lake is Ontario Canada. A private, 44ft. dock, lakeside fire pit, and sand-bottom swimming are yours to enjoy. Built in 1936, The Lake House is tastefully decorated in a mix of traditional and vintage furnishings and comfortably accommodates 6-10 guests. |
Fishing
Ice Cream Family Vacation |
Mermaid Landing
Ranier, MN
404-694-6221 With sweeping views from the deck or dock, the Mermaid Landing (1/2 of the Shabby Chic Lake House) is sure to be your favorite spot for relaxation and fun. This downstairs unit has one tub/shower bathroom and an additional 1/2 bath. It sleeps up to 6 on three double beds in three separate rooms. There's also a large corner sofa that could sleep a couple kids. It has a full gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances, glassware and dishes and any thing you need to cook, Keurig coffee maker with variety of pods, grill, patio furniture and umbrella, deck and dock, sand beach, free wifi, cable, smart tv's, wireless printer upon request, two nice high end bikes, two kayaks, two stand up paddle boards, fishing rods and tackle (you'll need to get a fishing license), 100% cotton bed linens and bath towels, beach towels, dock blankets, fire pit, washer and dryer in house, and more. Just step off the rocking chair porch and you're almost at Loony's Brew Pub (formerly Woody's). The Rainy Lake Grill Restaurant is 1 block and the Ranier Municipality (on and off sale) is 2 blocks. Your stay will include one daily coupon per person for ice cream (in season) at the shop next door. |
Fishing
Private Dock Family Vacation |
Tremolo Cove
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218-417-0053 Tremolo Cove is your private vacation home on the shore of Rainy Lake, a large, prime fishing lake on the US-Canada Border. Find your peace outside among the beautiful, old white and red pine, cedar and birch and natural rock outcroppings. Relax in the private cove with a family-sized sand beach. On the rocky point, the fire pit is waiting for your hot-dogs, s'mores and conversation. Right out the door, there is ample, private docking for three or more fishing boats, protected from 99% of Rainy Lake storms. The Rainy Lake Marina boat launch is right across the street, yet hidden by the ridge, trees and fence. |
Lake Views
Fishing Family Vacation |
Bear Ridge Guest House
1841 MN-11 International Falls, MN 56649
218-286-5710 218-340-4274 Luxury apartment sized 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites with full kitchens on Rainy Lake. Wireless internet, satellite tv, central air, on site laundry and barbecue center. Suites include dock space. |
Lake Views
Fishing Family Vacation |
Camp Idlewood
3033 County Road 20 International Falls, MN 56649-8702
218-286-5551 888-741-1228 On beautiful Rainy Lake, Camp Idlewood offers everything you need to enjoy your family vacation. Located just six miles east of International Falls, Minnesota, our nine fully furnished, newly remodeled cabins are equipped with all of the comforts of home. Enjoy our beach, sauna, and canoe or rent a boat and motor to experience the natural beauty of this spectacular lake. |
Lake Views
Fishing Family Vacation |
Island View Lodge & Cabins
1817 Hwy 11 East International Falls, MN 56649
800-777-7856 218-286-3511 Our Lodge is nestled in Northern Minnesota on the shores of beautiful Rainy Lake. We overlook majestic Voyageurs National Park and are located just 12 miles East of International Falls. Our cabins range in size from a quaint one bedroom log cabin up to a large 6 bedroom 2 bath retreat. We also offer lodge rooms and have a full service restaurant over looking beautiful Rainy Lake. We also offer a full service marina with floating docks and boat rentals with prime access to great fishing on Rainy Lake. |
Events
Sandbay Sweets Family Vacation |
Tara's Wharf | Rainy Lake Inn and Suites
2065 Spruce Street Landing, Ranier, Minnesota 56668
218-286-5699 Tara’s Wharf is an ideal space for family vacations and celebrations as well as for professionally catered events. Bask in the sun on our spacious semi-private deck or relax in the shade of our two-bedroom Spruce Suite. Being just steps away from Rainy Lake gives easy access for boat launching or dock fishing. Tackle the terrain on foot, bicycle or even snowmobile…the best trails begin here! Check out the village boutiques and local festivals occurring year round. As an irresistible bonus, Sandbay Sweets at Tara’s Wharf is a definite crowd pleaser! |
Bar & Grill
Gift Shop Family Vacation |
Sha Sha Resort on Rainy Lake
1664 Highway 11 East International Falls, MN 56649
218-286-3241 800-685-2776 Located 10 miles east of International Falls, Minnesota, on spectacular Rainy Lake, Sha Sha Resort is nestled on the tip of a wooded island named for Chief Sha Sha who fished and hunted in the area during the days of the Voyageurs. Spanning 73 miles in one direction with more than 200,000 total surface acres and 1,600 islands to explore, Rainy Lake is a popular destination for fisherman looking to catch some of the lake's countless walleye, small mouth bass, northern pike, and crappie. In addition to providing direct access to one of the premiere walleye fishing lakes in the United States, swimming, boating, sunbathing, and waterskiing are just a few of the other outdoor recreational activities available at Sha Sha Resort. Whether you are enjoying the pristine wilderness, relaxing in one of our 9 comfortable cabins, admiring the abundant wildlife and stunning views, finding the perfect souvenir in our gift shop, enjoying a delicious meal at Sha Sha Bar and Grill, or exploring the area's attractions, a stay at Sha Sha Resort offers a unique vacation experience unlike anywhere else in the world. |
Banquets & Meetings
Fishing Snowmobiling |
Thunderbird Lodge
2170 County Road 139 International Falls, MN 56649
800-351-5133 218-286-3151 Welcome to our paradise. The Thunderbird Lodge on Rainy Lake offers you true wilderness and a world class fishery. Rainy Lake has over 212,000 acres of waterways with 929 miles of shoreline with another 635 miles around 1,600 islands. The Thunderbird Lodge is only 1/2 mile from the entrance to Voyageurs National Park. We are a Full Service Resort offering lodging accommodations - both rooms and cabins, fishing, snowmobiling and a Marina, and a Dining Room and Lounge with services for Banquets & Group Meetings. |
Lake Views
Fishing Family Vacation |
WoodsPort Cottages
3484 Duluth St. Ranier, MN 56668
218-286-4034 Our unique cottages are located two miles east of International Falls in the small village of Ranier where a historical cantilevered bridge is the meeting place of Rainy River and Rainy Lake - truly the gateway to Voyageurs National Park. Choose a vintage cottage located in the quaint village of Ranier, Minnesota, two miles east of International Falls and uniquely bordered by Rainy Lake and Rainy River. The cottages are within a short walk to the best lake access and public beaches in the area. We have four cabins available for short term and long term rental. All cabins include Free Wi-Fi, A/C, and TV. Our affordably priced cottages have a historical and traditional Rainy Lake feel. Enjoy the comfort of your clean, cozy, charming cottage to relax, enjoy cocktail hour and have dinner. |
Lake Views
Fishing Guide Family Vacation |
Woody's Fairly Reliable Guide Service
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218-286-5001 866-410-5001 Whether you're fishing, biking, snowmobiling, ice fishing, cross-country skiing, hiking we're confident you will have no better vacation experience anywhere else in the world. (Or at least Northern Minnesota!) The area's natural beauty is so captivating that if the charming little town of Ranier (Pop. 199) doesn't steal your heart the scenery will. Woody’s Rainy Lake Resort is located on Rainy Lake in Ranier, near dining, shopping, cottages, pubs, and beaches, B&B’s. Each unit has a full kitchen, bedrooms, bathroom. Guide service, fuel, dining, boat rental, pub in resort, partly handicap accessible. |
Swimming
Fishing Family Vacation |
Northernaire Houseboats
2690 County Road 94 International Falls, MN 56649
218-286-5221 800-854-7958 Northernaire Houseboats specializes in Rainy Lake Houseboat vacation rentals in Minnesota. Houseboating on Rainy Lake is truly unique as it is a scenic border lake located in Voyageurs National Park. Rainy Lake's waters are both in Minnesota and Ontario, Canada. It is the largest lake in Voyageurs National Park spanning 73 miles in one direction. Voyageurs National Park is strewn with glacial rock, rugged terrain, scattered beaches, abundant wildlife... and no roads! A Minnesota Houseboat rental vacation can offer you the perfect combination of excitement and solitude. |
Swimming
Fishing Family Vacation |
Rainy Lake Houseboats
2031 County Road 102 International Falls, MN 56649
1-800-554-9188 Rainy Lake Houseboats is located on the Minnesota/Ontario border on magnificent Rainy Lake. It’s where the highways end and the ancient waterways begin. We offer amazing Minnesota houseboat vacations on Rainy Lake in Voyageurs National Park – the only inland water-based park in the National Park System. You’ll even have access to first-rate freshwater fishing for walleye, smallmouth bass, northern pike, crappie, and musky. |
