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The Cliff Dweller on Lake Superior

2.5 star property

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Enjoy breathtaking views of the serene landscape and tranquil water below from this expansive balcony.
Relax in this cabin-style room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, and a large window offering a view of the surrounding trees.
Stunning hotel with a steeply pitched roof and cozy porch area.
Experience the charm of Cliff Dweller, a traditional hotel nestled in a serene winter wonderland.
Relax in a cozy seating area with a comfortable chair and throw blanket, overlooking a balcony with a snowy view.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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6452 West US Highway 61, Tofte, MN, 55615
  • Superior National Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lutsen Mountains
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Oberg Mountain Loop
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Lake View

Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Traditional Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Lake View

Terrace/patio

Traditional Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Tofte

Located in Tofte, The Cliff Dweller on Lake Superior is on the waterfront, a 5-minute drive from North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum and 5 minutes from Superior National Golf Course. .This hotel is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Lutsen Mountains and 26.8 mi (43.2 km) from Gunflint Hills Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum - 5 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Superior National Golf Course - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • North Shore Winery - 6 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Lutsen Mountains - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Oberg Mountain Loop - 10 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluefin Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coho Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moguls Grille & Tap Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fika Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Papa Charlie's Saloon & Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Cliff Dweller on Lake Superior

Lakefront hotel in Tofte with free parking
The Cliff Dweller on Lake Superior offers 22 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Tofte hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycles

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request

Outdoors

  • On a lake

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.99 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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:

  • Service fee: 3.99 percent

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

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.99 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Cliff Dweller Lake Superior
Cliff Dweller Lake Superior Hotel
Cliff Dweller Lake Superior Hotel Tofte
Cliff Dweller Lake Superior Tofte
The Cliff Dweller On Superior
The Cliff Dweller on Lake Superior Hotel
The Cliff Dweller on Lake Superior Tofte
The Cliff Dweller on Lake Superior Hotel Tofte

The Cliff Dweller on Lake Superior Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 616 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent and the staff was very nice and courteous. We will definately be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's great for anyone wanting simplicity and essentials with great views of the lake!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Smelly water from the shower and had to buy water to drink.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Perfect stay by the lake.

Super clean, beautiful lake view. Quick and friendly check in. Bonus 10% discount at the cascades restaurant for staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Branden

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value, helpful, courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect. It was cozy and very clean with a spectacular view. The gentleman at the counter went out of his way to be accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right on lake Superior great deck
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pualani

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

8/10 Good

Karelia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We traveled here from the Twin Cities in a blizzard. It was a rough go all the way up but when we got the Cliff Dweller we were so happy to be greeted by this amazing woman. Friendly, helpful! Our room was amazing with a great view of the Lake and storm! The room was very cozy and perfect for us. In the morning the paths were cleared by the same amazing woman from the night before. We really enjoyed our stay here and will be back! Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami

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

Loved it!

The only thing we wished was different was that the TV was larger and in the middle of the room and that there was better outlets for charging the devices. Otherwise I loved it there.And I know I will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view. Quiet & clean rooms with couteous, helpful staff. Absolutely would stay here again. The balcony/patio area was great for watching the lake waves.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small, but had everything you would need. Directly on lake superior, loved hearing the waves.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

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

Close to Lutsen and beautiful view!

Great place to stay while skiing at Lutsen. Nice size room and fantastic deck overlooking Lake Superior. Breakfast items are very limited and closest restaurant is 3 miles away. We were there during a snowstorm so parking lot was full of snow with the truck coming twice a day to remove the snow. Great pricing compared to other hotels in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great budget option. We’ve stayed at many places along superior and depending on our budget, we’d never think twice about booking here. Perfect location right on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025