Name: Northwoods Best Inn - Chetek
Address: 115 2nd Street, Chetek, Wisconsin, United States of America, Chetek, Wisconsin, US
Price range: US$108–US$161 per night
Rating: 8.8

What guests think

Across reviews of Northwoods Best Inn - Chetek, travelers frequently highlight clean, comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and a well-kept pool and hot tub, along with a convenient location near restaurants and lakes, delivering solid value for a small-town stay.

Recurring downsides include thin walls and lobby noise during events, occasional maintenance issues, and unreliable Wi‑Fi in some rooms. Breakfast feedback varies from plentiful and tasty to basic or limited, with items sometimes running out. The pool area is generally appreciated but can feel overly hot, crowded with local parties, or show wear. Overall, it fits guests who need a practical base for time in Chetek.

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Facilities

Many guests praise the pool and hot tub, and some note a pleasant patio. However, several report excessive heat and chlorine in the pool area, visible wear (cracks), crowding from local parties, and that there is no elevator.

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Angela

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall this is a nice place. The absolute only issue we have is how the pool area needs some work. The area as a whole is so incredibly hot and the chlorine in the air burns your eyes. The pool and hot tub are kind of murky and look like they need a good cleaning. It seems like an incredible amount of chlorine is dumped into both pools in an attempt sanitize, but I think the formula needs to be re-evaluated. I honestly believe if they could just clean up the pool area and ensure they are following the proper chemical formula for this sized pool, the place would be so much better!

10

Jeffrey

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean, quiet with a nice indoor pool area.

6

Kathy

27 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No elevator and bathrooms are small

10

Shar

24 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hot tub and pool nice and warm

10

April

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The pool and hot tub were very clean. The whole property inside and out was very clean. Nice patio outside by the pool, but it was too cold out for us to use. Breakfast was basically a continental breakfast. The only hot item was pancakes, but that was okay with us. Our room was clean and spacious and perfect for us. It was the off season, so it was quiet although a few families stayed there while we were there. I highly recommend staying there. We definitely will again.

8

Leslie

27 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a nice hotel, very clean, nice pool. Mattresses are good, but pillows need an update. we will stay here again tho.

8

Lea

4 Feb 2023

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The staff person Tammy was great. Very friendly and informative. The hot tub, pool, and room were all clean but older. The pool has big cracks in the bottom. The room toilet is very low and the seat shifted. A facelift of the place would make it excellent. But all in all, including the breakfast options, it was very good.

6

Jake

3 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very nice and the property to what we saw clean and good shape. Well taken care of. Unfortunately, we were unable to get near the pool to use because it was also used as a community pool and was always packed with people.

6

Leah

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's a simple hotel to stay at nothing fancy don't expect that. It serves it purpose sleeping. The bed was very comfortable and lots of pillows to choose from. Bedding was clean and cozy. Room and bathroom were clean. The staff was very friendly. Check in was easy The AC and TV didn't work that sucked. The complimentary breakfast was only ok. No elevator stairs only Would I recommend this hotel, yes. Will I stay here again, yes.

4

Belinda

6 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The manager was very rude to our group and the kids staying and very unwilling to work with the group to work on a solution just resorted to calling the police. The pool and hottub was completely full of little kids and babies for a party (not staying at the hotel) so we were not able to use the ammenities most of that day. Would not recommend.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness draws consistent praise across rooms and common areas. A few reviews mention strong cleaning odors or occasional smells, and one reports a dirty carpet.

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Beth

18 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything looked clean. Just had overpowering cleaning supply smell.

10

Lynn

21 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, comfortable, quiet. Appreciated having the pool.

10

Theresa

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very friendly and I was very pleased with the cleanliness and upkeep of the place.

4

Denise

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

WiFi did not work at far end of building and desk clerks twice claimed that was just how things were. Stop advertising wifi if it doesn’t work. Also the carpet was so filthy I had to wash my feet before putting on my socks or getting into bed. Had to take out the garbage in my own room and dirty towels were not taken for 3 days. I’ve stayed here many times over the last decade plus and was shocked at how bad of shape the place is now in. May be making other arrangements next year.

10

LEEANN

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always clean and convenient

8

Lynn

24 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very friendly staff. Clean facilities.

10

Laura

1 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were very clean and the pool area was very neat and clean also. Complimentary breakfast was delicious! Beds were fresh and neat and clean and comfortable and the lady that checked us in was such a nice person! Very kind and had a smile on her face and the gentleman who checked us out was just as kind and pleasant! Would definitely recommend this place!

8

Randy

30 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and comfortable hotel for a small town.

10

brady

2 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice and clean

10

Sharon

9 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I was a bit worried after reading two reviews about being double charged, no refund, etc., but I had no problem. The staff was very friendly. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. The price was right. I take one bad review with a grain of salt.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable, with many liking the beds and some suites offering generous space and in-room tubs. Common drawbacks include thin walls and noise near the lobby, small bathrooms, occasional maintenance issues, loud HVAC, and spotty Wi‑Fi in some areas.

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Timothy

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Uneventful - everything went well except I shouldn't have chosen the first room from the lobby on the first floor. The sound carries very well, and we heard every conversation in the lobby. And most of them were kinda rowdy... Also, the stairs to the second floor are also adjacent to our room - and every time someone walked up or down it sounded like a herd of elephants lol! But everything else was good and we slept well once the other guests quieted down.

8

Bridget

8 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had a suite and the jacuzzi tub was actually big enough for 2 people. We loved that! Some loud people in the lobby till late, but not a deal breaker. Overall, very happy

10

Roxanne

2 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a great stay except the first night it sounded like elephants where walking above us, very annoying!!

8

Robert

31 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very good for the rate. clean, capable and mostly friendly staff. Our king room didn’t have a very functional bathroom. Very small room with toilet and tub,and sink outside with virtually no vanity space

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Denise

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

WiFi did not work at far end of building and desk clerks twice claimed that was just how things were. Stop advertising wifi if it doesn’t work. Also the carpet was so filthy I had to wash my feet before putting on my socks or getting into bed. Had to take out the garbage in my own room and dirty towels were not taken for 3 days. I’ve stayed here many times over the last decade plus and was shocked at how bad of shape the place is now in. May be making other arrangements next year.

8

Bill

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loose toilet seat. No heat in room

10

Sarah

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice stay, beds were comfortable.

6

Regina

14 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is adequate but not worth $200 a night. Walls are thin and you can hear conversations. And the air conditioning and refrigerator kicking on all night made for a sleepless night.

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Rhonda

1 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The king suite was huge. And very comfortable. Feels like home ❤️. The gal working at the front desk was amazingly helpful and genuinely kind. She was patient with all my questions during check-in. We were able to get an authentic Minnesota pizza (Heggies) right from the front desk shortly after we checked in. The hotel was very clean with decent accommodations. Tv reception was spotty but the weather wasn’t very good. The only thing that could have made this stay more enjoyable would have been a smart tv. Can’t comment on the pool area as we never made it down there…but the jacuzzi tub in our suite was a perfect alternative after a long day traveling. Thank you for making our stay very enjoyable!

6

Terrence

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good staff and clean only problem was the air conditioner very loud and room.sermed humid and musky

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Service

Staff are often described as friendly and helpful, and check-in is usually smooth. That said, multiple guests reported rude interactions, long or poorly timed check-ins, an occupied room assignment, and uneven handling of noise or policies.

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John

20 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The facility and accommodations are fine. Our experience with check in was rough. We were given info that check in time was 2pm so we arrived at that time. The girl behind the desk told me it was actually 3pm. Understandable but how I was told and it was handled was not good. It was not explained to me that that was their policy and their system would not allow, I was told only that it was 3pm and she was not going to check me in. People skills were quite lacking. Keep in mind this was in the middle of northern Wisconsin in mid January so not their busiest time by any stretch of the imagination. We decided to sit in the lobby until 3pm. That time came along and there were about 6 people waiting to check in. This is the time they decided to do a shift change. The girl coming in did what she could. The girl leaving sat behind the desk on her phone. Seems as though some employee training and policy change may be in order. Otherwise a fine facility. I would stay again.

10

Theresa

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very friendly and I was very pleased with the cleanliness and upkeep of the place.

10

naomi

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk person was very helpful and pleasant.

4

Nash

3 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Got our keys and had someone sleeping in the bed when we went into the room

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Claire

11 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Do not stay here! Especially if you have a service dog. Any requests for further information about anything that could reflect negatively on them (regardless of how polite you are) will be met with pure hostility from management, and the owner's response to negative reviews is outright slander and lies.

10

Rosemary

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Desk clerk was wonderful. Breakfast was great beds were very comfortable.

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Sharon

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was from out of town, and would’ve liked to get freshened up before wedding rehearsal! The lady at the desk was very rude! She replied check in at 3:00pm no earlier! It’s 2:00pm and not one room is cleaned!!!! I had went through Expedia to book a room, the lady at the desk could not give me the price Expedia gave me for Friday I ended up paying more! Why? The rude lady couldn’t answer why!!!! So be aware when booking in!! I will be reaching out to the BBB. Maybe will get some answers from them!

4

Jesse

22 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The person checking us in was on the phone for 10 minutes before he got to us.

4

Lori

17 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were there at 2:45 and told we couldn't check in till 3. when we came back at shortly after 3, there were 4 other people in line waiting and then 2 more came in and cut in front of me, because they were all in the same "group". so now I stood in line for 20 min to get checked in.

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Kristine

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was a big wedding party checking in around the time I arrived for check in. The front desk lady seemed overwhelmed but she did a great job getting through everyone and was wonderful. Our stay was great, relaxing, great pool time and check out was simple.

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Location

Convenient location on the main drag with easy access to restaurants, lakes, and parking; many also describe the setting as easy to reach and quiet.

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Julie

7 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is on a hill that doesn't quite overlook the lake, but is tucked into the woods enough to be peaceful and pleasant. It's super easy to get to whichever way you are coming from. Plenty of parking right outside the doors. I believe it is under new management. Everything was ok. Nothing fancy, but it was clean, safe, working appliances and shower.

10

Diana

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Plenty of parking, located on the main drag right by restaurants and Kwik Trip. Breakfast options were plentiful and superior to most hotels I've stayed with. Would come back just for the breakfast and coffee! We will absolutely stay here again, and everyone we encountered was super friendly. Didn't use the pool but it looked well-kept. Rooms were as expected and clean. Beds were comfy and the towels were soft and fluffy. Great small-town spot to stay.

8

Charlene

1 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was clean and near the lakes.

8

Kathy

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Quiet area

10

Julie

11 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good price, good staff, good pool and handy location.

8

Randy

11 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Layout of building, amenities, easy to locate

8

Shawn

10 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location, clean and comfortable room.

10

jonathan

1 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great spot close to dinning and bars. Clean room, and facility.

10

richard

28 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, easy and cost effective

10

Leola

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were in Chetek for the Beer & Rib Fest. The property was great, good location, clean, nice staff. We would recommend the hotel.

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Dining

Breakfast feedback is mixed: some call it plentiful or tasty with hot pancakes, while others find it basic, carb-heavy, or occasionally depleted, with limited options for specific diets.

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Tammie

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was amazing, nuce clean rooms and good breakfast.

8

Jody

1 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Poor breakfast

10

Diana

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Plenty of parking, located on the main drag right by restaurants and Kwik Trip. Breakfast options were plentiful and superior to most hotels I've stayed with. Would come back just for the breakfast and coffee! We will absolutely stay here again, and everyone we encountered was super friendly. Didn't use the pool but it looked well-kept. Rooms were as expected and clean. Beds were comfy and the towels were soft and fluffy. Great small-town spot to stay.

10

Robert

3 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious and immaculate room with hot breakfast options

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April

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The pool and hot tub were very clean. The whole property inside and out was very clean. Nice patio outside by the pool, but it was too cold out for us to use. Breakfast was basically a continental breakfast. The only hot item was pancakes, but that was okay with us. Our room was clean and spacious and perfect for us. It was the off season, so it was quiet although a few families stayed there while we were there. I highly recommend staying there. We definitely will again.

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Leah

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's a simple hotel to stay at nothing fancy don't expect that. It serves it purpose sleeping. The bed was very comfortable and lots of pillows to choose from. Bedding was clean and cozy. Room and bathroom were clean. The staff was very friendly. Check in was easy The AC and TV didn't work that sucked. The complimentary breakfast was only ok. No elevator stairs only Would I recommend this hotel, yes. Will I stay here again, yes.

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Andrew

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice for a small town. Breafast was mainly prepackaged carb-loaded items.

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Crystal

29 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Offer more breakfast options for diabetics with low carbs.

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patricia

23 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had very good midweek breakfast options. Friendly staff

8

Trudy

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were in town for a wedding, as were a few other guests. Check in was okay, the young lady at the desk seemed like we were an inconvenience just checking in. Room was big and really clean. Comfortable beds, tv in room was on the smaller side but we didn't use it very much. Breakfast was pretty boring, and they ran out of pancakes, the only "hot" food option, they did offer frozen waffles upon request. I would stay again if I was ever in the area, just not for $190 for one night, way overpriced.

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Northwoods Best Inn - Chetek

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