The Otter Lodge
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About this property
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby. Additional features at this lodge include a picnic area and a banquet hall.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby. Additional features at this lodge include a picnic area and a banquet hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The Otter Supper Club & Lodge, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Location
With a stay at The Otter Supper Club & Lodge in Ottertail, you'll be next to a golf course, just a 4-minute walk from Otter Tail Lake and 11 minutes by foot from Thumper Pond Golf Course. This golf lodge is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Maple Wood Park and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Donalds Lake.
What's nearby
Otter Tail Lake(0.2 miles)
Thumper Pond Golf Course(0.6 miles)
Maple Wood Park(1.7 miles)
Donalds Lake(2.1 miles)
Buchanan Lake(2.4 miles)
Rush Lake(2.9 miles)
Long Lake(3 miles)
Portage Lake(3 miles)
Round Lake(3.8 miles)
Lake Blanche(7.6 miles)
Glendalough State Park(7.9 miles)
Marion Lake(9.2 miles)
Head Lake Wildlife Management Area(9.2 miles)
East Battle Lake(9.5 miles)
West Battle Lake(9.7 miles)
The nearest major airport is St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)(115.6 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
ATM / Cash Machine
Location
306 Highway 78 North, Ottertail, Minnesota, United States of America
Otter Tail Lake (0.2 miles)
Thumper Pond Golf Course (0.6 miles)
Maple Wood Park (1.7 miles)
Donalds Lake (2.1 miles)
Buchanan Lake (2.4 miles)
Rush Lake (2.9 miles)
Room options
10
Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 5
BalconyAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
3
Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 5
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
7
Room, 2 Double Beds
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 5
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
19
Deluxe Room, Balcony
Room details
2 Queen Beds
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 6
BalconyAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
8
Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
BalconyBalcony or TerraceAir ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of The Otter Lodge
7.5
Good
Based on 244 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
30%
Family
40%
Group
30%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
The Otter Lodge offers simple, self-service stays with easy code check-in, generally clean rooms and comfortable beds, and the convenience of an on-site restaurant, but reviews also note occasional noise from the bar, musty odors, and mixed room conditions.
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What guests think
The Otter Lodge offers simple, self-service stays with easy code check-in, generally clean rooms and comfortable beds, and the convenience of an on-site restaurant, but reviews also note occasional noise from the bar, musty odors, and mixed room conditions.
Location works well for lake outings and road access, with nearby food and gas and easy parking. Check-in is contactless via app or code, and while many found staff friendly and responsive, the limited on-site presence and communication gaps frustrated some guests. Room features are basic; some are small or windowless, and a few reports mention Wi-Fi or TV issues and limited amenities like in-room coffee. Overall, expect a straightforward place to sleep with comfortable beds, suited to short stays near the lakes.
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Facilities
The on-site restaurant/bar is a frequent convenience praised by guests, and several appreciated the small lounge with games and easy parking.
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Joseph
Sep 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very convenient door lock for tech savy customers. They have an app that unlocks your door. Otherwise you just use the code provided. The rooms are clean and very quiet. The attached restaurant is really good service as well! Had amazing food and decent prices. Very good area for boat fishing or just getting on the water with family. Overall great experience for the outdoorsy.
Very convenient door lock for tech savy customers. They have an app that unlocks your door. Otherwise you just use the code provided. The rooms are clean and very quiet. The attached restaurant is really good service as well! Had amazing food and decent prices. Very good area for boat fishing or just getting on the water with family. Overall great experience for the outdoorsy.
8
Mitch
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good food ….good location
Good food ….good location
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Stephen
Aug 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Everything about the check in is remote. No staff on site. Restaurant is fine. The lake is beautiful but access to it is very limited with private properties lining the shore in the town site
Everything about the check in is remote. No staff on site. Restaurant is fine. The lake is beautiful but access to it is very limited with private properties lining the shore in the town site
10
Kimberly
Mar 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This little hotel was amazing! No check-in fiasco it was all through an app. Lounge was a huge bonus so we didn't have to drive. Nice atmosphere & the staff were friendly. Food - YUM! The hotel itself was VERY quiet. Not a luxury hotel by any means, but we were only there to sleep & shower. Definitely recommend!
This little hotel was amazing! No check-in fiasco it was all through an app. Lounge was a huge bonus so we didn't have to drive. Nice atmosphere & the staff were friendly. Food - YUM! The hotel itself was VERY quiet. Not a luxury hotel by any means, but we were only there to sleep & shower. Definitely recommend!
10
Wesley
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was comfortable and clean. The food was delicious and our server was thoughtful and pleasant. Ottertail Lake had a fine beach with public access within a mile or so to the...south? Thanks for the great time!
The room was comfortable and clean. The food was delicious and our server was thoughtful and pleasant. Ottertail Lake had a fine beach with public access within a mile or so to the...south? Thanks for the great time!
10
aaron
Mar 31, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I can’t say enough about the otter! From the amazing staff, that goes above and beyond to make your stay comfortable. Great gift shop, great restaurant inside the hotel clean and extremely comfy beds. Convenience of offsales in the building as well! I travel extensively for work, for over 10 years, and this has by far been the best bang for your buck ever!!! Highly recommend!
I can’t say enough about the otter! From the amazing staff, that goes above and beyond to make your stay comfortable. Great gift shop, great restaurant inside the hotel clean and extremely comfy beds. Convenience of offsales in the building as well! I travel extensively for work, for over 10 years, and this has by far been the best bang for your buck ever!!! Highly recommend!
10
Isaac
Jun 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Well we’re probably not the standard profile for guests at this hotel (my sister bought a fixer upper home in a neighboring town so I’m in the area to help out somewhat regularly) but here’s why I’ve given pretty much 5 stars across the board: 1. The rooms are exactly what they are advertised as clean, comfortable, reasonably quiet even when the restaurant has live music and for those of us who work nightshifts the windowless room is an amazing bonus. 2. The dining is a get what you pay for kind of thing if you don’t mind paying for quality I highly recommend the prime rib dinner (served Friday and Saturday nights). 3. The patio is pet friendly so taking your dog to dinner is a great option (and they do serve the dogs at least a bowl of water as well— whoever came up with that idea needs a raise). 4. Convenient access to the main road, decently spacious parking lot if you happen to be pulling a trailer and great access (either option will work but motorized vehicles or the walking path will get you there) to gas stations/basic shopping.
Well we’re probably not the standard profile for guests at this hotel (my sister bought a fixer upper home in a neighboring town so I’m in the area to help out somewhat regularly) but here’s why I’ve given pretty much 5 stars across the board: 1. The rooms are exactly what they are advertised as clean, comfortable, reasonably quiet even when the restaurant has live music and for those of us who work nightshifts the windowless room is an amazing bonus. 2. The dining is a get what you pay for kind of thing if you don’t mind paying for quality I highly recommend the prime rib dinner (served Friday and Saturday nights). 3. The patio is pet friendly so taking your dog to dinner is a great option (and they do serve the dogs at least a bowl of water as well— whoever came up with that idea needs a raise). 4. Convenient access to the main road, decently spacious parking lot if you happen to be pulling a trailer and great access (either option will work but motorized vehicles or the walking path will get you there) to gas stations/basic shopping.
10
Deborah
Jul 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I loved that it was connected to a bar/restaurant. However, our room had a musty smell to it.
I loved that it was connected to a bar/restaurant. However, our room had a musty smell to it.
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Beth
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was simple but clean and comfortable. It was conveniently located to food, gas, and of course, the lakes. I really liked the small lounge area with games. We ate dinner at the restaurant and the food was excellent and the service was very friendly and capable.
The room was simple but clean and comfortable. It was conveniently located to food, gas, and of course, the lakes. I really liked the small lounge area with games. We ate dinner at the restaurant and the food was excellent and the service was very friendly and capable.
8
Wendy
Sep 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Woodsy theme. Cute otter blanket. Nice desk. Lounge area with games. Restaurant next door had good food and outdoor patio. Easy parking. Could see stars at night because there weren't too many lights. Easy code entry, didn't work the first time but then worked. Would have liked a lamp on both sides of the bed.
Woodsy theme. Cute otter blanket. Nice desk. Lounge area with games. Restaurant next door had good food and outdoor patio. Easy parking. Could see stars at night because there weren't too many lights. Easy code entry, didn't work the first time but then worked. Would have liked a lamp on both sides of the bed.
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Cleanliness
Many reviews report clean rooms, but others cite musty odors, hair or grime in bathrooms, flies, or maintenance lapses; housekeeping was sometimes responsive when issues were raised.
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Kelly
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I definitely regret staying here. Theroom was noisy and dirty. I found hair in the bed abd pubes on the toilet. The shower was moldy and the bed was lumpy and squeaky. I woke up in the morning with hives, too.
I definitely regret staying here. Theroom was noisy and dirty. I found hair in the bed abd pubes on the toilet. The shower was moldy and the bed was lumpy and squeaky. I woke up in the morning with hives, too.
10
Dawn
Jun 15, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very easy check-in and very responsive housekeeping staff. The king size bed was the most comfortable I have found in staying in a hotel. Would definitely stay here again!!
Very easy check-in and very responsive housekeeping staff. The king size bed was the most comfortable I have found in staying in a hotel. Would definitely stay here again!!
10
Michael
Jan 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and reasonably priced.
Room was clean and reasonably priced.
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Molly
Jun 29, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean, well maintained lodge/supper club. We stayed in the deluxe room that was spacious with ample room for a family of 5.
Very clean, well maintained lodge/supper club. We stayed in the deluxe room that was spacious with ample room for a family of 5.
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Hannah
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
As soon as you walked in it smelt like a musty basement. We turned up the air to try to get rid of the humidity in the room but it didnt work. It felt like you were sleeping in a tent after it rains. Everthing felt wet, the blankets, the carpet, ect. Will never stay there again
As soon as you walked in it smelt like a musty basement. We turned up the air to try to get rid of the humidity in the room but it didnt work. It felt like you were sleeping in a tent after it rains. Everthing felt wet, the blankets, the carpet, ect. Will never stay there again
10
Deborah
Jul 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I loved that it was connected to a bar/restaurant. However, our room had a musty smell to it.
I loved that it was connected to a bar/restaurant. However, our room had a musty smell to it.
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Larry
Oct 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
comfortable beds, good value. The sheets looked like they had been slept in...hair and stains. They apologised and quickly arranged for a better room at same cost.
comfortable beds, good value. The sheets looked like they had been slept in...hair and stains. They apologised and quickly arranged for a better room at same cost.
10
Jane
May 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean room great price great staff
Clean room great price great staff
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Shelby
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Shower head is very short. Shower had hairs all over. Looks like it wasnt cleaned well at all. Bed was alright. Tiny tiny tiny room. Smallest ive ever stayed in.. and its very expensive for what it is. The owner seems to not care about making it better because i reached out multiple times. Oh and this is 100% do it yourself for checking in. No workers.
Shower head is very short. Shower had hairs all over. Looks like it wasnt cleaned well at all. Bed was alright. Tiny tiny tiny room. Smallest ive ever stayed in.. and its very expensive for what it is. The owner seems to not care about making it better because i reached out multiple times. Oh and this is 100% do it yourself for checking in. No workers.
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Geraldine
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
There was a pair of men's underware on the bathroom door handle. Only 1 hand towel. Bed was clean. Saw no cleaning person. Not a quiet place.
There was a pair of men's underware on the bathroom door handle. Only 1 hand towel. Bed was clean. Saw no cleaning person. Not a quiet place.
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Rooms
Beds are widely described as comfortable, but quality varies: some rooms are small or windowless, a few feel dated, and noise sometimes carries from entrances or live music. Wi-Fi/TV glitches and limited in-room amenities (e.g., coffee makers) are mentioned.
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Carol
Jun 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect place to sleep. Small room but comfortable bed, updated bathroom small but just what we needed for an overnight stay. Good price! Keyless entry system that worked great!
Perfect place to sleep. Small room but comfortable bed, updated bathroom small but just what we needed for an overnight stay. Good price! Keyless entry system that worked great!
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Pamela
Jul 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
WiFi password didn’t work. No coffee maker in room. Refrigerator was noisy.
WiFi password didn’t work. No coffee maker in room. Refrigerator was noisy.
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Elizabeth
Sep 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Staff kept us well informed of contactless check-in procedures. Really like the keypad entry. Place was perfect for us. The only downside was the restaurant/bar clientele entering and exiting the building through the hotel side which made it louder than it should have been late into the evening. If they aren’t registered hotel guests, they should not be in that section of the building.
Staff kept us well informed of contactless check-in procedures. Really like the keypad entry. Place was perfect for us. The only downside was the restaurant/bar clientele entering and exiting the building through the hotel side which made it louder than it should have been late into the evening. If they aren’t registered hotel guests, they should not be in that section of the building.
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tom
Jan 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was very good except for the TV. We followed all the directions but still could not get any station to work. We've stayed in various hotels from coast to coast and have never had such poor TV access.
Everything was very good except for the TV. We followed all the directions but still could not get any station to work. We've stayed in various hotels from coast to coast and have never had such poor TV access.
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Dawn
Jun 15, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very easy check-in and very responsive housekeeping staff. The king size bed was the most comfortable I have found in staying in a hotel. Would definitely stay here again!!
Very easy check-in and very responsive housekeeping staff. The king size bed was the most comfortable I have found in staying in a hotel. Would definitely stay here again!!
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Larry
Jun 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Large Clean room, with very comfortable beds. Quiet and good fittings. Fair price. Could have used coffee making in the room. Nice to have the microwave and fridge.
Large Clean room, with very comfortable beds. Quiet and good fittings. Fair price. Could have used coffee making in the room. Nice to have the microwave and fridge.
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Jeffrey
Jun 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I did not like that WiFi was out of range from the lodge's router.... no use of internet in room 120
I did not like that WiFi was out of range from the lodge's router.... no use of internet in room 120
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Mark
Aug 15, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Stayed 3 nights the 1st night was quite disturbing with live music in the bar and then carried out to the lobby. It was a convenient location to travel for family reunion at West Battle Lake
Stayed 3 nights the 1st night was quite disturbing with live music in the bar and then carried out to the lobby. It was a convenient location to travel for family reunion at West Battle Lake
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Shelby
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Shower head is very short. Shower had hairs all over. Looks like it wasnt cleaned well at all. Bed was alright. Tiny tiny tiny room. Smallest ive ever stayed in.. and its very expensive for what it is. The owner seems to not care about making it better because i reached out multiple times. Oh and this is 100% do it yourself for checking in. No workers.
Shower head is very short. Shower had hairs all over. Looks like it wasnt cleaned well at all. Bed was alright. Tiny tiny tiny room. Smallest ive ever stayed in.. and its very expensive for what it is. The owner seems to not care about making it better because i reached out multiple times. Oh and this is 100% do it yourself for checking in. No workers.
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Roxanne
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was no windows and definitely no balcony. The rooms are out dated.
There was no windows and definitely no balcony. The rooms are out dated.
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Service
Operations are largely contactless via app or door code; many guests found check-in easy and staff friendly or responsive, including refunds or quick fixes. Others struggled with the lack of an on-site front desk or delayed communication.
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Joseph
Sep 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very convenient door lock for tech savy customers. They have an app that unlocks your door. Otherwise you just use the code provided. The rooms are clean and very quiet. The attached restaurant is really good service as well! Had amazing food and decent prices. Very good area for boat fishing or just getting on the water with family. Overall great experience for the outdoorsy.
Very convenient door lock for tech savy customers. They have an app that unlocks your door. Otherwise you just use the code provided. The rooms are clean and very quiet. The attached restaurant is really good service as well! Had amazing food and decent prices. Very good area for boat fishing or just getting on the water with family. Overall great experience for the outdoorsy.
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Colleen
May 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
If I could give a negative star I would. I’m out $92. I called during business hours and no one answered, I left a message and never got a call back or email. I knew I wouldn’t be able to cancel my room so I wanted to change the date. But they haven’t called or anything. If you have a lodge there should be on manager on call always.
If I could give a negative star I would. I’m out $92. I called during business hours and no one answered, I left a message and never got a call back or email. I knew I wouldn’t be able to cancel my room so I wanted to change the date. But they haven’t called or anything. If you have a lodge there should be on manager on call always.
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Kathy
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This lodge was very much self serve. But it was comfortable, and a place to stay at night as we were gone all day. It was fine for what we needed.
This lodge was very much self serve. But it was comfortable, and a place to stay at night as we were gone all day. It was fine for what we needed.
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Olena
Sep 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room is good for a one-night stay. Very easy check in.
The room is good for a one-night stay. Very easy check in.
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Elizabeth
Sep 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Staff kept us well informed of contactless check-in procedures. Really like the keypad entry. Place was perfect for us. The only downside was the restaurant/bar clientele entering and exiting the building through the hotel side which made it louder than it should have been late into the evening. If they aren’t registered hotel guests, they should not be in that section of the building.
Staff kept us well informed of contactless check-in procedures. Really like the keypad entry. Place was perfect for us. The only downside was the restaurant/bar clientele entering and exiting the building through the hotel side which made it louder than it should have been late into the evening. If they aren’t registered hotel guests, they should not be in that section of the building.
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Dawn
Jun 15, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very easy check-in and very responsive housekeeping staff. The king size bed was the most comfortable I have found in staying in a hotel. Would definitely stay here again!!
Very easy check-in and very responsive housekeeping staff. The king size bed was the most comfortable I have found in staying in a hotel. Would definitely stay here again!!
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Bernd
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We booked online and the communication via Mail was fast and easy. We got the code for the room and figured out, that we got an upgrade to a room with a balcony towards the street. No traffic at night and all the guest from the bar downstairs behaved extremly well. No slamming cardoors or loud farewells. The rooms would need a little more attention, but they where clean. We had dinner in the restaurant. What surprises us was, that all glasses had "waterdrops" on it. Every owner of a dishwasher would ad some salt and rinse andwould never put glassses like that on the table.
We booked online and the communication via Mail was fast and easy. We got the code for the room and figured out, that we got an upgrade to a room with a balcony towards the street. No traffic at night and all the guest from the bar downstairs behaved extremly well. No slamming cardoors or loud farewells. The rooms would need a little more attention, but they where clean. We had dinner in the restaurant. What surprises us was, that all glasses had "waterdrops" on it. Every owner of a dishwasher would ad some salt and rinse andwould never put glassses like that on the table.
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Dawn
Jun 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Unique system for accessing the room since there were no staff around. Good use of technology for these times of very limited workers.
Unique system for accessing the room since there were no staff around. Good use of technology for these times of very limited workers.
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Dawn
Oct 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I was unable to stay there as I am disabled and requested a first floor room and they had me on the 2nd floor with only steps. They were very apologetic and gave me a full refund.
I was unable to stay there as I am disabled and requested a first floor room and they had me on the 2nd floor with only steps. They were very apologetic and gave me a full refund.
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Carol
Jun 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
There is no front desk. If you dont have a smart phone I don’t see how you could stay here. They send you a code for the door lock. Did not see an employee, but they saw us as they walked into our room in the morning. Tried to check out and had to pound on a restaurant door to find someone.
There is no front desk. If you dont have a smart phone I don’t see how you could stay here. They send you a code for the door lock. Did not see an employee, but they saw us as they walked into our room in the morning. Tried to check out and had to pound on a restaurant door to find someone.
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Location
Convenient for lake activities and road access, with nearby food, gas, and a public beach noted; several found it a practical base for fishing or local events.
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Joseph
Sep 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very convenient door lock for tech savy customers. They have an app that unlocks your door. Otherwise you just use the code provided. The rooms are clean and very quiet. The attached restaurant is really good service as well! Had amazing food and decent prices. Very good area for boat fishing or just getting on the water with family. Overall great experience for the outdoorsy.
Very convenient door lock for tech savy customers. They have an app that unlocks your door. Otherwise you just use the code provided. The rooms are clean and very quiet. The attached restaurant is really good service as well! Had amazing food and decent prices. Very good area for boat fishing or just getting on the water with family. Overall great experience for the outdoorsy.
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Russell
Nov 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient and great price for your family personal trip
Convenient and great price for your family personal trip
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Mitch
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good food ….good location
Good food ….good location
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Wesley
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was comfortable and clean. The food was delicious and our server was thoughtful and pleasant. Ottertail Lake had a fine beach with public access within a mile or so to the...south? Thanks for the great time!
The room was comfortable and clean. The food was delicious and our server was thoughtful and pleasant. Ottertail Lake had a fine beach with public access within a mile or so to the...south? Thanks for the great time!
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Isaac
Jun 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Well we’re probably not the standard profile for guests at this hotel (my sister bought a fixer upper home in a neighboring town so I’m in the area to help out somewhat regularly) but here’s why I’ve given pretty much 5 stars across the board: 1. The rooms are exactly what they are advertised as clean, comfortable, reasonably quiet even when the restaurant has live music and for those of us who work nightshifts the windowless room is an amazing bonus. 2. The dining is a get what you pay for kind of thing if you don’t mind paying for quality I highly recommend the prime rib dinner (served Friday and Saturday nights). 3. The patio is pet friendly so taking your dog to dinner is a great option (and they do serve the dogs at least a bowl of water as well— whoever came up with that idea needs a raise). 4. Convenient access to the main road, decently spacious parking lot if you happen to be pulling a trailer and great access (either option will work but motorized vehicles or the walking path will get you there) to gas stations/basic shopping.
Well we’re probably not the standard profile for guests at this hotel (my sister bought a fixer upper home in a neighboring town so I’m in the area to help out somewhat regularly) but here’s why I’ve given pretty much 5 stars across the board: 1. The rooms are exactly what they are advertised as clean, comfortable, reasonably quiet even when the restaurant has live music and for those of us who work nightshifts the windowless room is an amazing bonus. 2. The dining is a get what you pay for kind of thing if you don’t mind paying for quality I highly recommend the prime rib dinner (served Friday and Saturday nights). 3. The patio is pet friendly so taking your dog to dinner is a great option (and they do serve the dogs at least a bowl of water as well— whoever came up with that idea needs a raise). 4. Convenient access to the main road, decently spacious parking lot if you happen to be pulling a trailer and great access (either option will work but motorized vehicles or the walking path will get you there) to gas stations/basic shopping.
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Mark
Aug 15, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Stayed 3 nights the 1st night was quite disturbing with live music in the bar and then carried out to the lobby. It was a convenient location to travel for family reunion at West Battle Lake
Stayed 3 nights the 1st night was quite disturbing with live music in the bar and then carried out to the lobby. It was a convenient location to travel for family reunion at West Battle Lake
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George
Jun 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Easy access to my room.
Great location. Easy access to my room.
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Beth
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was simple but clean and comfortable. It was conveniently located to food, gas, and of course, the lakes. I really liked the small lounge area with games. We ate dinner at the restaurant and the food was excellent and the service was very friendly and capable.
The room was simple but clean and comfortable. It was conveniently located to food, gas, and of course, the lakes. I really liked the small lounge area with games. We ate dinner at the restaurant and the food was excellent and the service was very friendly and capable.
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Jeffrey
May 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
It is a nice easy going friendly place to stay. Very convenient for fishing trips . Price is right also.
It is a nice easy going friendly place to stay. Very convenient for fishing trips . Price is right also.
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Wendy
Sep 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Woodsy theme. Cute otter blanket. Nice desk. Lounge area with games. Restaurant next door had good food and outdoor patio. Easy parking. Could see stars at night because there weren't too many lights. Easy code entry, didn't work the first time but then worked. Would have liked a lamp on both sides of the bed.
Woodsy theme. Cute otter blanket. Nice desk. Lounge area with games. Restaurant next door had good food and outdoor patio. Easy parking. Could see stars at night because there weren't too many lights. Easy code entry, didn't work the first time but then worked. Would have liked a lamp on both sides of the bed.
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Dining
The on-site restaurant and bar earn frequent praise for tasty meals and friendly service, with the attached lounge adding convenience. A few reviews noted minor drawbacks like water-spotted glassware or bar noise affecting the hotel side.
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Joseph
Sep 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very convenient door lock for tech savy customers. They have an app that unlocks your door. Otherwise you just use the code provided. The rooms are clean and very quiet. The attached restaurant is really good service as well! Had amazing food and decent prices. Very good area for boat fishing or just getting on the water with family. Overall great experience for the outdoorsy.
Very convenient door lock for tech savy customers. They have an app that unlocks your door. Otherwise you just use the code provided. The rooms are clean and very quiet. The attached restaurant is really good service as well! Had amazing food and decent prices. Very good area for boat fishing or just getting on the water with family. Overall great experience for the outdoorsy.
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Mitch
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good food ….good location
Good food ….good location
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Stephen
Aug 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Everything about the check in is remote. No staff on site. Restaurant is fine. The lake is beautiful but access to it is very limited with private properties lining the shore in the town site
Everything about the check in is remote. No staff on site. Restaurant is fine. The lake is beautiful but access to it is very limited with private properties lining the shore in the town site
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Kimberly
Mar 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This little hotel was amazing! No check-in fiasco it was all through an app. Lounge was a huge bonus so we didn't have to drive. Nice atmosphere & the staff were friendly. Food - YUM! The hotel itself was VERY quiet. Not a luxury hotel by any means, but we were only there to sleep & shower. Definitely recommend!
This little hotel was amazing! No check-in fiasco it was all through an app. Lounge was a huge bonus so we didn't have to drive. Nice atmosphere & the staff were friendly. Food - YUM! The hotel itself was VERY quiet. Not a luxury hotel by any means, but we were only there to sleep & shower. Definitely recommend!
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Wesley
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was comfortable and clean. The food was delicious and our server was thoughtful and pleasant. Ottertail Lake had a fine beach with public access within a mile or so to the...south? Thanks for the great time!
The room was comfortable and clean. The food was delicious and our server was thoughtful and pleasant. Ottertail Lake had a fine beach with public access within a mile or so to the...south? Thanks for the great time!
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aaron
Mar 31, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I can’t say enough about the otter! From the amazing staff, that goes above and beyond to make your stay comfortable. Great gift shop, great restaurant inside the hotel clean and extremely comfy beds. Convenience of offsales in the building as well! I travel extensively for work, for over 10 years, and this has by far been the best bang for your buck ever!!! Highly recommend!
I can’t say enough about the otter! From the amazing staff, that goes above and beyond to make your stay comfortable. Great gift shop, great restaurant inside the hotel clean and extremely comfy beds. Convenience of offsales in the building as well! I travel extensively for work, for over 10 years, and this has by far been the best bang for your buck ever!!! Highly recommend!
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Isaac
Jun 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Well we’re probably not the standard profile for guests at this hotel (my sister bought a fixer upper home in a neighboring town so I’m in the area to help out somewhat regularly) but here’s why I’ve given pretty much 5 stars across the board: 1. The rooms are exactly what they are advertised as clean, comfortable, reasonably quiet even when the restaurant has live music and for those of us who work nightshifts the windowless room is an amazing bonus. 2. The dining is a get what you pay for kind of thing if you don’t mind paying for quality I highly recommend the prime rib dinner (served Friday and Saturday nights). 3. The patio is pet friendly so taking your dog to dinner is a great option (and they do serve the dogs at least a bowl of water as well— whoever came up with that idea needs a raise). 4. Convenient access to the main road, decently spacious parking lot if you happen to be pulling a trailer and great access (either option will work but motorized vehicles or the walking path will get you there) to gas stations/basic shopping.
Well we’re probably not the standard profile for guests at this hotel (my sister bought a fixer upper home in a neighboring town so I’m in the area to help out somewhat regularly) but here’s why I’ve given pretty much 5 stars across the board: 1. The rooms are exactly what they are advertised as clean, comfortable, reasonably quiet even when the restaurant has live music and for those of us who work nightshifts the windowless room is an amazing bonus. 2. The dining is a get what you pay for kind of thing if you don’t mind paying for quality I highly recommend the prime rib dinner (served Friday and Saturday nights). 3. The patio is pet friendly so taking your dog to dinner is a great option (and they do serve the dogs at least a bowl of water as well— whoever came up with that idea needs a raise). 4. Convenient access to the main road, decently spacious parking lot if you happen to be pulling a trailer and great access (either option will work but motorized vehicles or the walking path will get you there) to gas stations/basic shopping.
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Bernd
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We booked online and the communication via Mail was fast and easy. We got the code for the room and figured out, that we got an upgrade to a room with a balcony towards the street. No traffic at night and all the guest from the bar downstairs behaved extremly well. No slamming cardoors or loud farewells. The rooms would need a little more attention, but they where clean. We had dinner in the restaurant. What surprises us was, that all glasses had "waterdrops" on it. Every owner of a dishwasher would ad some salt and rinse andwould never put glassses like that on the table.
We booked online and the communication via Mail was fast and easy. We got the code for the room and figured out, that we got an upgrade to a room with a balcony towards the street. No traffic at night and all the guest from the bar downstairs behaved extremly well. No slamming cardoors or loud farewells. The rooms would need a little more attention, but they where clean. We had dinner in the restaurant. What surprises us was, that all glasses had "waterdrops" on it. Every owner of a dishwasher would ad some salt and rinse andwould never put glassses like that on the table.
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Deborah
Jul 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I loved that it was connected to a bar/restaurant. However, our room had a musty smell to it.
I loved that it was connected to a bar/restaurant. However, our room had a musty smell to it.
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Beth
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was simple but clean and comfortable. It was conveniently located to food, gas, and of course, the lakes. I really liked the small lounge area with games. We ate dinner at the restaurant and the food was excellent and the service was very friendly and capable.
The room was simple but clean and comfortable. It was conveniently located to food, gas, and of course, the lakes. I really liked the small lounge area with games. We ate dinner at the restaurant and the food was excellent and the service was very friendly and capable.
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Marjorie
Jul 14, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was spacious and clean. It was also very quiet. I never saw a staff person or talked to a staff person. A random person in the sitting area walked me through the steps of gaining entry to the room. The door into the bathroom would not close. The door into the room itself would only close with slamming it. There were no amenities, not even coffee in the morning. I was unable to connect to the internet. But did not spend much time trying to figure out what the issue was.
The room was spacious and clean. It was also very quiet. I never saw a staff person or talked to a staff person. A random person in the sitting area walked me through the steps of gaining entry to the room. The door into the bathroom would not close. The door into the room itself would only close with slamming it. There were no amenities, not even coffee in the morning. I was unable to connect to the internet. But did not spend much time trying to figure out what the issue was.
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MH
Jun 25, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room a bit cleaner.
Room a bit cleaner.
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Jon
Jun 13, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
It’s basic, but gets the job done. Staff was helpful by phone. Just not the kind of place that has room service, breakfast or that type of amenities
It’s basic, but gets the job done. Staff was helpful by phone. Just not the kind of place that has room service, breakfast or that type of amenities
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Brenda
May 4, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great rooms clean, food was great at the bar restaurant.
Great rooms clean, food was great at the bar restaurant.
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Mark
Mar 14, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
My second time staying here. All was fine.
My second time staying here. All was fine.
FAQs about The Otter Lodge
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free parking is available on-site.
Is breakfast offered, and what are the details?
A cooked-to-order breakfast is available, with prices ranging from approximately USD 5 to 20 for adults and children. Breakfast is served during specified hours.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Yes, pets are allowed with a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and additional fees may apply.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located 0.2 miles from Otter Tail Lake and 0.6 miles from Thumper Pond Golf Course. Other nearby attractions include Maple Wood Park (1.7 miles) and Rush Lake (2.9 miles).
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There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- 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
- Reservations are required for golf tee times. Reservations can be made by contacting the lodge prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children
- Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- A late check-out fee will be charged
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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