The Cliff Dweller Inn, in itself, is a very average property. The rooms are decent sized, but they do show age. Also, the balconies of each room are packed in pretty tightly with little privacy. You feel as though you can see all of the rooms, and they can see you, when you sit out on the balcony. With that... More

I've been to Lutsen numerous times- some for family trips and I spent an entire spring, summer, and fall here for work, staying at the various hotels. This is by far the best. The continental breakfast is the best offered of the six different hotels we stayed at for work, and the rooms are great. They keep the doors in... More

We were greeted by "Buddy", a very well behaved dog upon arrival. We did not have a prior reservation but the management showed us several rooms before we agreed upon a first floor room with a refrigerator and microwave. The price was reasonable. The view of Lake Superior was fantastic both in the evening as well as sunrise the next... More

We stayed here on our way to Canada, and found the hotel very well suited to our needs. It could hardly be closer to the lake, and when we sat out on our small second floor balcony the view was peaceful and stunning at the same time. The breakfast area faced the water as well, and there was also a... More

We stayed here two nights for a Spring break ski trip at Lutsen. Our room was very clean with easy parking right outside the door. Nice little balcony overlooking Lake Superior. Nice breakfast and the owner and staff (and dog) are all very friendly and helpful. If you're looking for a nice room, close to Lutsen, at a good rate,... More

I would easily recommend anyone to stay here at the Cliff Dweller in Tofte. I was a very late arrival (after coming from North Dakota). The room was exceptionally clean, really comfortable bed, attractive room, and woke up to a great view of Lake Superior. Beautiful breakfast the next morning and easy drive to all the North Shore's attractions. My... More

We stayed at the Cliff Dweller on the way to Canada with our kids. We had a standard size (they are all the same I think) room with an amazing view of Lake Superior. It was as though you were being dangled off the cliff and no one was around. The staff was comprised of exchange (students?) from all over... More

This has to be one of the best-priced stays on the North Shore for the time of year we went ($59 midweek/off-season). The room was clean and comfortable, free breakfast was involved, and both the evening and morning staff were very friendly and helpful. It was an easy drive into Grand Marais, and convenient to many hiking trails. Watching the... More

I don't think we could have been any closer to the lake! Each room has a private balcony overlooking the lake. With the door open you can listen to the sounds of the waves crashing. The staff is mostly international students, and the one who checked us in was very efficient and friendly. The room was clean and we had... More