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River View Lodge

2.0 star property
Riverside hotel in Aitkin with free parking

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Standard Studio, 1 King Bed
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchenette
Property grounds
Family Studio, 2 Queen Beds
Front of property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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701 Minnesota Ave S, Aitkin, MN, 56431
  • Place, Aitkin City Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Northern Pacific Depot
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverwood Healthcare Center Hospital
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio, 1 King Bed

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Studio, 2 Queen Beds

Family Studio, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

About the area

Aitkin

At River View Lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Northern Pacific Depot and Aitkin City Park. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Aitkin hotel include Depot Museum and Aitkin Public Library.

What's nearby

  • Aitkin City Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Northern Pacific Depot - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Aitkin Public Library - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Depot Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Riverwood Healthcare Center Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Landing - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪40 Club Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪American Legion Post 86 - Aitkin - ‬16 min walk

About this property

River View Lodge

Riverside hotel in Aitkin with free parking
Self parking is free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
River View Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. Digital televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

River View Lodge Hotel
River View Lodge Aitkin
River View Lodge Hotel Aitkin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at River View Lodge?

River View Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at River View Lodge?

As of 19 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River View Lodge on 31 Dec 2025 start from NZ$295.38, including 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.

Is parking available at River View Lodge?

Yep, River View Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at River View Lodge?

No, River View Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at River View Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

River View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Darcy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good motel in Aitkin.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Travelled with partner
Was very disappointed , the sound on the TV did not work , called the manager and she worked hard over the phone to try to get it to work but to no results . Nothing to do when we got there and the tv wouldn’t work 😩
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, The Villages

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property. Worth staying at if you’re in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love it

Very quite. Very clean. The check in was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

krystle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

The place must have just been renovated. It was beautiful, very clean and quiet. Roomy. I liked the separate bedroom for the kids. Close enough to walk into town. Jackie was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely updated decor and comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Amenities
Wonderful place to lay our heads down and get a good nights rest. Will be heading back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024