The Washburn Inn - On the Lake

2.5 star property
Pet-friendly Washburn hotel connected to the convention centre, steps from Lake Superior

Photo gallery for The Washburn Inn - On the Lake

Boating
Front of property
Aerial view
Beach views
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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123 Harbor View Drive, Washburn, WI, 54891
  • Place, StageNorth
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bayfield County Courthouse
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Apostle Islands Marina
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
20 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(122 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
20 bedrooms
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
20 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Futon

About the area

Washburn

You'll be connected to the convention centre at The Washburn Inn - On the Lake, and within a short 5-minute stroll of Lake Superior and StageNorth. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The Harbor View is the hotel's own bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a snack bar/deli. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Washburn hotel include Houghton Falls Nature Preserve and Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center.

What's nearby

  • StageNorth - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bayfield County Courthouse - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Apostle Islands Marina - 17 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Apostle Islands Cruises - 17 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Madeline Island Museum - 27 min drive - 28.9 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Ashland Family Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria La Monarca - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Frankie's Pizza - ‬20 min drive

About this property

The Washburn Inn - On the Lake

Pet-friendly Washburn hotel connected to the convention centre, steps from Lake Superior
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly The Washburn Inn - On the Lake also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Washburn Inn - On the Lake offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • The Harbor View

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 30.00 per pet, per night
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Washburn Inn Lake
Super 8 Washburn WI
Inn Washburn
Super 8 Washburn
Washburn Super 8
Washburn Lake
The Washburn On The Washburn
The Washburn Inn - On the Lake Hotel
The Washburn Inn - On the Lake Washburn
The Washburn Inn - On the Lake Hotel Washburn

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Washburn Inn - On the Lake?

The Washburn Inn - On the Lake offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Washburn Inn - On the Lake?

As of 27 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Washburn Inn - On the Lake on 7 Jan 2026 start from NZ$209.20, 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 The Washburn Inn - On the Lake?

Yep, The Washburn Inn - On the Lake has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Washburn Inn - On the Lake?

The closest beach to The Washburn Inn - On the Lake is Maslowski Beach (9.8 km).

Is The Washburn Inn - On the Lake family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli and a picnic area, as well as free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Washburn Inn - On the Lake is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Washburn Inn - On the Lake?

No, The Washburn Inn - On the Lake does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Washburn Inn - On the Lake?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Washburn Inn - On the Lake?

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

Is there a golf course on site at The Washburn Inn - On the Lake?

There is a golf course next to The Washburn Inn - On the Lake.

The Washburn Inn - On the Lake Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronald, Wausau

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, well kept… only complaint is there is no elevator… we are retired and stayed for three nights. Good thing we are in pretty good shape so we could take our luggage up the stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was nice. The staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very helpful staff. Nice place & very comfortable for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

What a wonderful place to stay... Going Again

Hotel had trolley service to the concert I was attending. Front desk called it in because the location to make reservations was closed. Also helped printing my tickets. The WIFI is not very good WAY UP NORTH :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean motel. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, super comfortable bed, beautiful location with a walking trail next to the lake. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Annmarie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

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

Above and beyond service

Forgetting I left my lights on, my battery naturally died. The staff immediately helped me and the manager went home to locate jumper cables - hospitality personified. I’m grateful to the Washburn Inn folks for their wonderful service that went above and beyond.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

madison

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was a little dated, but other than that it was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness
While thus property is “”technically” on the lake, there were no lakefront or even lakeview rooms. Our room was SO hot when we arrived, even though the room had been assigned ahead of time. The front desk person was almost rude, certainly not welcoming. The facility, although clean, obviously was “updated” from a Super8, or another chain. There was no breakfast offered. For $164 a night, during the week, after Labor Day but before fall colors, it was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Colleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet. Good coffee at front. No microwave in the room but there was an area with tables and microwave up front. Room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

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

All Good

It was very clean and well maintained. When we had to ask the front desk for special consideration for an emergency that came up, they did everything they could to accommodate us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay! Loved the views and hiking trail. Wish the restaurant was open Sunday evening though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property on the lake is beautiful. You can take a nice walk around after a great dinner at the restaurant/bar on the property. Perfect one night stay while doing the Lake Superior Circle Tour
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property fronted one of the hiking trails liked and had a beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the fact that there was a restaurant right in the parking lot of the hotel. The food was, the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Verry nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Brenda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I did not like the smell of the room. Was like urine and moldy together. Staff very nice. View was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Expensive for just Basic hotel without pool or breakfast and out of season. It is a nice location near Lake Superior.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic room, clean.

We stayed three nights. Did lots of hiking so didn't stay in the room much. Basic clean hotel, beds comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025