Caribou Highlands Lodge

Property class: 2.5

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A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a mountainous backdrop.
A window seat with a cushion that reads "SLEEP EAT SKILL REPEAT" and a view of a snowy mountain landscape.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a large window, and a comfortable seating area.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with pillows, a nightstand with lamps, and a window with a view of trees.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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371 Ski Hill Road, Lutsen, MN, 55612
  • Place, Lutsen Mountains
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, North Shore Winery
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Superior National Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Townhome

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
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  • 3 Queen Beds and 4 Single Beds

Lodge Room Mountain View Doubles

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Lodge Room Mountain View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Lodge Room Mountain View Whirlpool King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Lodge Room Northwoods View Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Nordic Studio Condo

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

Nordic Whirlpool Condo

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Townhome, 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms (Timber)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Townhome, 4 Bedrooms (Poplar Ridge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds, 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Villager Condo

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Condo, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

House, 5 Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 14
  • 4 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Townhome, 3 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Townhome, 3 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 3 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Townhome, 3 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Lutsen

A family-friendly stay in Lutsen awaits you at Caribou Highlands Lodge. Within steps you'll find Superior National Forest and Lutsen Mountains within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this ski hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .The family restaurant, Moguls Grille & Tap Room, is open for lunch and dinner. Along with ski-in ski-out access, this hotel offers on-site ski storage and ski passes. Additionally, you'll find a gym, a hot tub and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of a free ski shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Lutsen hotel include North Shore Winery and Alpine Slide.

What's nearby

  • Lutsen Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • North Shore Winery - 1 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Superior National Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Caribou Lake - 11 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Oberg Mountain Loop - 14 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lockport Marketplace - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moguls Grille and Tap Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kappa Alpha House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪PBL - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Caribou Highlands Lodge

After a day on the snow, enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor swimming pool. Getting to the slopes is a breeze with the hotel's complimentary ski shuttle. Conveniences like ski storage, ski passes and shopping on site allow you to spend less time with logistics and more time on the slopes. At the end of the day, order après-ski drinks at the hotel's bar.

There's a restaurant on site.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lutsen hotel.

  • 118 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1980
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Caribou Highlands Lodge offers 118 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • Free ski shuttle
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Moguls Grille & Tap Room

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf carts
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowshoeing
  • Table tennis
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1980
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 9 2026 to November 16 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: 10 per cent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness centre access
  • Lending library access
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self-parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Ski storage
  • Hot tub access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Caribou Highlands
Caribou Highlands Lodge
Caribou Highlands Lodge Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Lutsen
Caribou Lodge
Caribou Highlands Hotel Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Resort
Caribou Highlands Resort
Caribou Highlands Lodge Hotel
Caribou Highlands Hotel Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Lodge Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Lodge Hotel Lutsen

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

How much does it cost to stay at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caribou Highlands Lodge on 1 Nov 2026 start from NZ$215, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Caribou Highlands Lodge?

The closest beach to Caribou Highlands Lodge is Big Beach (19.4 km).

Does Caribou Highlands Lodge have a pool?

Caribou Highlands Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to October). One of the swimming pools will be unavailable from November 9 2026 to November 16 2026 (dates subject to change).

Is Caribou Highlands Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, a playground and a corner/local shop, it's no surprise that Caribou Highlands Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

No, Caribou Highlands Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner. The dining venue is closed on Monday and Tuesday.

What time are check-in & check-out at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

There is a golf course next to Caribou Highlands Lodge.

Caribou Highlands Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 424 out of 901 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 901 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 901 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 901 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 901 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place and stay here anytime we are up north!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and the place was very clean. There were lots of activities provided by the lodge and the restaurant was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good restaurant and bar
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would like yo stay for my next visist
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean and very nice! The staff was wonderful we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Good for families. Close to all the scenic fun. Could be cleaner. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Kids loved both pools!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere, very well kept, very friendly, very clean. Would come back anytime.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the free s’mores kits
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel. Excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff go above and beyond and the location is great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, great service; they need to add a sauna
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except no place to eat. Fortunately they had a few items to purchase.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location with very helpful and friendly staff. There is general wear and tear as expected from places. Has the classic no water pressure from hotels but that was truly one of my only "oh darn" moments. Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Unique Location, community bonfire pit area, beautiful outdoor and indoor pool, and very cute gift shop. Only minor room issues (bathroom door on the bottom had seen better days and toilet ran continuously.)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all around place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was perfect! Location was beautiful. The pool inside and out was amazing. Loved the hot tub after hiking the Lake Superior hiking trail. I will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lodge;clean rooms; helpful, friendly staff; nice indoor and outdoor pools and a nice big hot tub. The only downfall is no breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff (Javier from Chile) was great. Enjoyed talking with him.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and the resort was perfect to ski out of.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The two people at the checkout desk were great. Very good representatives for the resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Loved the outdoor pool, and the pool hours. Staff was also very friendly. However, our room smelled really musty and our floor in our room was dirty. When we walked around with our socks on the carpet our feet turned brown. The air conditioning also wasn't on when we arrived and it took about the entirety of our stay to air it out and cool the room down. There were also about 100 flies in our room when we arrived.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Cold water showers made this stay disappointing. I expect better from this facility and cold showers on a 50° day is crazy poor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re coming for a few nights, this is the place to stay because it’s like home away from home with all the extras that are included in the townhome. It was excellent for our three kids us and another couple to stay in a two bedroom. Everything is well kept and up-to-date. All you have to bring is your personal items and any food you want for the week. Perfect family getaway! Highly recommended and well worth the cost!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026