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The Hotel Donaldson

101 Broadway, Fargo, ND 58102
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Ranked #11 of 40 hotels in Fargo
4.0 of 5 stars 42 Reviews
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anasoll
Golden, Colorado
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

Seasoned travelers generally know what to expect when traveling to destinations in the outer reaches of sparsely populated states...sparsely "decorated" rooms, few if any amenities and dreadful dining. Check into the Donaldson in downtown Fargo and prepare to be shocked. This boutique hotel in the heart of Fargo would be at home in New York, on the Mile in Chicago... More

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Brian H
Fargo
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012

The hotel is nice. You will pay a lot for your room. There is no parking lot, you will need to find a spot to park on the street. Rooms are very nice. The building smells old. More

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marriedtenplusyrs
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5 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

Hubby and I have been to the Hotel Donaldson a handful of times. Love the road trip from Mpls, not too close, not too far. It's still one our all time favs although it looked a little neglected this trip around. Arrived at 10:10 just after room service had closed. But this is the HoDo where over the top amazing... More

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rburdmd
Fargo, North Dakota
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6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

Ho Do is incredible. Each room different and awesome. All the little details like thread count that my wife notices set it apart for her. For me, its the other things like service, electronics, atmosphere. Went here for an anniversary. Started in the restaurant and had a fantastic duck combination and an escolar/buffalo tenderloin. Winter menu is new and not... More

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slopephil
Brooklyn, New York
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7 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2011

Had a terrific visit to Fargo that included staying at the Hotel Donaldson. Each room is unique designed and adorned with the work of a local artist. The rooms large, comfortable, well appointed, and sleek. The conversion of a historic building into this boutique hotel is extraordinarily well done. And as an added bonus, there had been a special art... More

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Phunnyone
Minneapolis, MN
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3 reviews
43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011
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My wife and I are from Minneapolis and went to the Hotel Donaldson for a one night getaway, and it was the best decision we've ever made! Instead of flying to NYC or San Francisco (which we've done before), we decided to save a little coin and just make the drive up 94 to Fargo and stay at the HoDo... More

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travelcrazyguy
Spingfield, Illinois
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13 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 August 2011

I stayed here one night on my way to Bismarck for business travel. I had heard of this place from a colleague that lives in the area, and I have to say I was very pleased. Although my overnight was on a Sunday, there was still the chance to walk around the area and see some sights. The hotel itself... More

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rachaelericson
Wimbledon, ND
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3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 July 2011

My husband & I stayed at this hotel in December and LOVED it! We would stay here more often if the prices were a little cheaper... we really liked the hotel but it was a little expensive compared to other hotels in the FM area. But a very clean room! The only issue was that the heated floor didn't seem... More

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dagas
Warren, Michigan
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6 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 July 2011

We chose to stay here as something different, local and upscale in Fargo. We were just passing through. I loved it. I really did not hear the noise others mentioned but then I was tired and live in a city myself. Hope I have to pass through again! Valet parking was $!5 so that is always an option if you... More

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Anoini2
North Pole, Alaska
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59 reviews
86 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2011

I really like this boutique hotel. Nice, minimalist and clean. We checked in late and had to ask one of the servers at the restaurant to let us in the hotel area. Check in was great and the front desk actually took and showed us to our room. That was very nice and brought us chocolate truffles which was sooooo... More

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