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Caribou Highlands Lodge

2.5 star property

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Alpine Condo

Alpine Condo

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Townhome

Executive Townhome

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

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WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Room Mountain View Doubles

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Room Mountain View King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Lodge Room Mountain View Whirlpool King

Lodge Room Mountain View Whirlpool King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Room Northwoods View Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Nordic Studio Condo

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

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Nordic Whirlpool Condo

Nordic Whirlpool Condo

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Townhome, 3 Bedrooms | Living room

Superior Townhome, 3 Bedrooms

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

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Townhome, 2 Bedrooms (Timber)

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms (Timber)

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

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Townhome, 4 Bedrooms (Poplar Ridge)

Townhome, 4 Bedrooms (Poplar Ridge)

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

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Villager Condo | Living area

Villager Condo

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

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About the area

Lutsen

With a stay at Caribou Highlands Lodge in Lutsen, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Superior and Superior National Forest. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lutsen Mountains and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Alpine Slide.

What's nearby

  • Alpine Slide - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lutsen Mountains - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • North Shore Winery - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Superior National Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Caribou Lake - 18 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Moguls Grille and Tap Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lockport Marketplace - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Papa Charlie's Saloon & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Lofty Gondola - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Caribou Highlands Lodge

Ski hotel with ski-in/ski-out access and a fitness center
Caribou Highlands Lodge offers 118 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hair dryers, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include ski-in/ski-out access and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 118 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy the convenience of ski-in/ski-out access at this hotel, which also features an indoor pool and a hot tub. This hotel also features concierge services, ski storage, and gift shops/newsstands. The complimentary ski shuttle makes getting to the slopes a breeze.
You can enjoy a meal at Moguls Grille & Tap Room serving the guests of Caribou Highlands Lodge, or stop in at the grocery/convenience store. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include express check-out, coffee/tea in a common area, and a water dispenser. Limited parking is available onsite.
Moguls Grille & Tap Room - This family restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

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
  • Bicycle tours
  • 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
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • 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)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

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

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

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • 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
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • LED lighting
  • 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 available
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number 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

Caribou Highlands Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 302 out of 687 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 687 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 687 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 687 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 687 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities, loved our condo, close to hiking and activities Property is clean and well maintained Friendly, helpful staff Restaurant options
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We were staying at this property to ensure access to the gym. It said it opened at 6 am online for the hotel but it did not open until 9 am and they had signs everywhere the key did not work. We had to depart early to ensure entrance to our race. Other common areas were like this. Our entire window faced a large 6 by 6 ft utility box adjacent and sidewalk entrance with people using the box as a table right outside our room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gail

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We and another couple (close friends) rented units 610 and 612. Several cleanliness issues were found by us when we arrived including empty softsoap bottles, extreme mildew in the dishwasher, dishes were left in the dishwasher, the grill was not cleaned and the bathrooms were not clean. The management agreed to address the issues however when we returned to the unit that evening only some of the issues were addressed. What was especially troubling was the front door was left wide open when the cleaning crew left after returning to address the issues found and reported. Speaking to the staff the next morning, their response was they did not know why the door was left open and that empty soap bottles left on the counters were the responsibilities of the owners of the condo. What was contradictory was if the bottles were not to be refilled why then were empty bottles (garbage) left on the counters. Summary: Unit cleaning was never properly cleaned. The door to the unit was left unsecured by the lodge staff for 5 hours The management approach was to deflect accountability and were rude in their responses to us. We will not stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Nice Place

Nice Place. Good cost to value ratio. Hotel was clean and nice. did not get to use the pool, but really wanted to.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would like too see a breakfast option …… Bed was comfy - pillow were nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

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

Sleep well!

Great! Comfy beds, super clean and ready room. I’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
overall, our stay was very nice. The only irritation was that the hot tub jets were not working. Also, too many unsupervised children in the hot tub with goggles on swimming. Maybe should be more enforcement, so the adults can enjoy the spa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a good time. The food was good and the bartenders were great. The beds were very comfortable and we slept like a baby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ici

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Very cozy and charming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Filthy and waste of money

The room was filthy. There was “sticky”, juices on the counter, table and tile around the tub. There was zero storage for clothes, groceries etc. the stove did not work properly. The floors were filthy. It had not been vacuumed recently as there were m&m’s on the floors and gravel. The windows haven’t been cleaned in a while. The walls were even dirty. There was no complimentary coffee. There were no cleaning supplies. The silverware was sitting on top of the fridge, it was all dusty. The dishwasher didn’t clean the dishes. There were no cleaning supplies to tidy up each day. The halls of the hotel were filthy. The hotel hallways smelled like “stale old food”. There was a very tacky stuffed animal head hanging above the bed, tacky and creepy. When we shut off the a/c the room was filled with mosquitoes. So we had to freeze, to keep the mosquitoes at bay. The toilet was miniatures, very hard to use for an adult. This room was not at all like the description or pictures. Very misleading. We chose this hotel for a relaxing getaway, it was not relaxing or comfortable. It was so dirty and disappointing. You’d think @$200/night, it would at least be clean ..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy, Axtell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Cozy townhouse.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome Stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Colleen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

I will not stay again

My room was not clean when I got there. And the desk was not really under staffed. And due to the location not to have breakfast ever is a real shame
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Apple Valley

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful mountain resort getaway. Very comfortable for larger parties. Would be awesome for ski season.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I will come back and have a longer! Stay next time! I love to view the swimming pools were nice and clean. They had fun games and amenities. The bar was fun. Inconvenient to the outside overall just a cute place.!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, but the outdoor pool was for residents only. The inside pool was small. Food was so so and very overpriced. I had the chicken dinner, and it was basically the $8 bar crap that is a NO THANK YOU, for $31, and I’m not really fussy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025