The Oliver Inn | Duluth Hotel Near Canal Park
$105
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Avg. for September
Prices for The Oliver Inn | Duluth Hotel Near Canal Park
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$105
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Oliver Inn | Duluth Hotel Near Canal Park average $97 in December, the cheapest month, and $158 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $108 |
| February | $99 |
| March | $101 |
| April | $127 |
| May | $127 |
| June | $132 |
| July | $157 |
| August | $158 |
| September | $105 |
| October | $105 |
| November | $98 |
| December | $97 |
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About this property
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a sauna and a fitness center.
Amenities
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a sauna and a fitness center.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center and an elevator.
Dining
At The Oliver Inn | Duluth Hotel Near Canal Park, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 18 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.
Location
With a stay at The Oliver Inn | Duluth Hotel Near Canal Park in Duluth (Downtown Duluth), you'll be steps from NorShor Theatre and 5 minutes by foot from Lake Superior. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from North Shore Scenic Railroad and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Duluth Entertainment Convention Center.
What's nearby
NorShor Theatre(0.1 miles)
Fond-du-Luth Casino(0.1 miles)
Lake Superior(0.3 miles)
Lakewalk(0.4 miles)
Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra(0.4 miles)
Essentia Health-Duluth(0.4 miles)
Fresenius Medical Care at St Mary Medical Center(0.5 miles)
Leif Erickson Park and Rose Garden(0.6 miles)
S.S. William A. Irvin Ore Boat Museum(0.6 miles)
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center(0.7 miles)
North Shore Scenic Railroad(0.7 miles)
The St. Louis County Depot(0.7 miles)
Lake Superior Railroad Museum(0.7 miles)
Great Lakes Aquarium(0.7 miles)
St. Louis County Heritage & Arts Center(0.7 miles)
The nearest major airport is Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.)(6.6 miles)
Location
132 E Superior St, Downtown Duluth, Duluth, Minnesota, United States of America
NorShor Theatre (0.1 miles)
Fond-du-Luth Casino (0.1 miles)
Lake Superior (0.3 miles)
Lakewalk (0.4 miles)
Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra (0.4 miles)
Essentia Health-Duluth (0.4 miles)
Room options
1
Deluxe Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
4
Bob Zimmerman Suite #8
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
4
Signature Room
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
7
Mary Mcfadden Suite #7
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
5
Ss Mataafa Suite #10
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
11
Dorthy Arnold Suite #17
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
9
Grand Chamber Suite #12
Room details
1 King Bed
, 1 Full Bed
, and 1 Futon Bed
Sleeps 6
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
4
Knudsen Suite #9
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
4
Bert Enger Suite #11
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
9
Merritt Brothers Suite #13
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
8
Roger & Oliver Munger Suite #14
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
9
Chester & Clara Congdon Suite #16
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
8
Mayor Snively Suite #15
Room details
2 Queen Beds
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 5
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
9
Guilford & Caroline Hartley Suite #6
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
9
Sarah Burger Stearns Suite #18
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)Coffee MakerTVFireplace
Guest reviews of The Oliver Inn | Duluth Hotel Near Canal Park
7.2
Good
Based on 479 verified reviews
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Swedetown European Style Hostel by Heirloom Boutique Collection draws praise for its unique, historic character, downtown walkability, and easy digital check‑in, while feedback commonly notes paid parking across the street, occasional street or bar noise, and a staffless model.
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Swedetown European Style Hostel by Heirloom Boutique Collection draws praise for its unique, historic character, downtown walkability, and easy digital check‑in, while feedback commonly notes paid parking across the street, occasional street or bar noise, and a staffless model.
Guests like the distinctive rooms and comfortable beds, but some report windowless layouts, shared bathrooms on certain floors, and inconsistent temperature control. Cleanliness is usually solid, though a few mention dusty spots, shared bath upkeep lapses, or food odors near the restaurant. Many enjoy the basement speakeasy and in-building dining, while a number of reviews note uneasy feelings around the nearby casino after dark. Expect a characterful, self-service stay with convenience and quirks.
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Facilities
Highlights include a basement speakeasy and an in-building restaurant, with a sauna also mentioned. Parking is off-site in a paid ramp across the street and can be confusing; some rooms use shared bathrooms.
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Jon
Dec 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Rathskeller bar in the basement is an amazing experience. the wait staff were terrific and the drinks are very unique. Can't wait to visit again.
The Rathskeller bar in the basement is an amazing experience. the wait staff were terrific and the drinks are very unique. Can't wait to visit again.
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Jill
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Unique destination. Restaurant just across the hallway. Speakeasy downstairs. Secure parking ramp across the street. Will be back again!
Unique destination. Restaurant just across the hallway. Speakeasy downstairs. Secure parking ramp across the street. Will be back again!
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Tanya
Nov 19, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great boutique inn in the heart of Duluth! Loved our stay. We will be back. Easy virtual check in process, clean, comfortable, blackout curtains, convenient sushi restaurant and speakeasy in the building.
Great boutique inn in the heart of Duluth! Loved our stay. We will be back. Easy virtual check in process, clean, comfortable, blackout curtains, convenient sushi restaurant and speakeasy in the building.
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Cameron
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing bed, beautiful interior of the building and our room. Convenient bars located below our room. Check-in/out was seamless. Parking was easy, used the ramp northwest across the street. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
Amazing bed, beautiful interior of the building and our room. Convenient bars located below our room. Check-in/out was seamless. Parking was easy, used the ramp northwest across the street. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
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Nikolas
Oct 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Entry point was seamless. It was great being able to step out my door and into a wonderful sushi dining experience.
Entry point was seamless. It was great being able to step out my door and into a wonderful sushi dining experience.
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Brian
Sep 8, 2023
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Pricey, but you're well located. No onsite parking (casino parking across the street is 12/day), and no onsite staff, but quite good.
Pricey, but you're well located. No onsite parking (casino parking across the street is 12/day), and no onsite staff, but quite good.
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Mark
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Would I stay here again? YES! Would I recommend it? YES! But Olivers is not for average travelling bear. Must be able to navigate purely electronic text/web based checkin. No Parking so must navigate similarly difficult garage across street with non-functioning elevator. Sauna is a PLUS amenity!
Would I stay here again? YES! Would I recommend it? YES! But Olivers is not for average travelling bear. Must be able to navigate purely electronic text/web based checkin. No Parking so must navigate similarly difficult garage across street with non-functioning elevator. Sauna is a PLUS amenity!
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INGRID
Jan 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Exactly as described! We would definitely stay again - next time will bring swimsuits to take advantage of the incredible sauna. Loved the location, and ate at Wasabi twice.
Exactly as described! We would definitely stay again - next time will bring swimsuits to take advantage of the incredible sauna. Loved the location, and ate at Wasabi twice.
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Matthew a
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Super beautiful and unique hotel. Ideal location to downtown. The bar in the basement is the coolest bar I have ever been. Speakeasy type with amazing live band.
Super beautiful and unique hotel. Ideal location to downtown. The bar in the basement is the coolest bar I have ever been. Speakeasy type with amazing live band.
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Lori
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel rooms were great! The two bars on the property were very cool! However, this property is not easily accessible. Parking was hard to find and once you figured it out, it was across the street. Then you had to deal with un-homed lottering by the doors and on the street. No area to load or unload luggage or any help from staff, as there were none on-site. If you needed assistance, you had to text/call the hotel and wait for a response However, during the day it was very convenient and felt safe to be right downtown but after dark the vicinity was highly populated with un-homed individuals and a little scary. It would have been nice if the property had a vending machine for water, snacks and an ice machine, but no luck. We had to go to other businesses close by to buy bottled water and food, which was very expensive. Everything had key codes to be able to enter. The hotel, the room and parking doors. It took several tries to get them to work properly. That might have been our issue as we were not used to working these. Overall, I loved the hotel and the rooms, just not the hassle of all of the door codes or getting our luggage in and out of the hotel and not the discomfort of the un-homed next to the doors and on the street.
The hotel rooms were great! The two bars on the property were very cool! However, this property is not easily accessible. Parking was hard to find and once you figured it out, it was across the street. Then you had to deal with un-homed lottering by the doors and on the street. No area to load or unload luggage or any help from staff, as there were none on-site. If you needed assistance, you had to text/call the hotel and wait for a response However, during the day it was very convenient and felt safe to be right downtown but after dark the vicinity was highly populated with un-homed individuals and a little scary. It would have been nice if the property had a vending machine for water, snacks and an ice machine, but no luck. We had to go to other businesses close by to buy bottled water and food, which was very expensive. Everything had key codes to be able to enter. The hotel, the room and parking doors. It took several tries to get them to work properly. That might have been our issue as we were not used to working these. Overall, I loved the hotel and the rooms, just not the hassle of all of the door codes or getting our luggage in and out of the hotel and not the discomfort of the un-homed next to the doors and on the street.
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Cleanliness
Many reviews describe clean rooms and tidy spaces, but there are recurring notes about dusty areas, occasional dirty shared bathrooms, and food or fryer odors near entrances or certain rooms.
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Laura
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was under construction which we found out about the day before. It got to be loud around 7am with them starting work which was not fun! The hotel otherwise was cute and very clean. We had issues finding our room and they were very quick and responsive on getting back to us. They had a few snacks and easy instructions on getting inside. The hotel is across from a casino and packing garage. It is convient to park there, however there are a lot of homeless people out asking for money ask you are going back and forth to your car. The parking garage is locked with a code you get when you pay though, which was nice.
The hotel was under construction which we found out about the day before. It got to be loud around 7am with them starting work which was not fun! The hotel otherwise was cute and very clean. We had issues finding our room and they were very quick and responsive on getting back to us. They had a few snacks and easy instructions on getting inside. The hotel is across from a casino and packing garage. It is convient to park there, however there are a lot of homeless people out asking for money ask you are going back and forth to your car. The parking garage is locked with a code you get when you pay though, which was nice.
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Douglas
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Swede Room 1 was freezing with a huge air conditioning vent blowing on the beds almost all the time. Had to sleep under multiple blankets with fleece vest on. I would avoid that room. Shared bathroom floors were dirty, shower drain full of hair, no paper towels in dispenser, ceiling tiles falling. Could not get Rathskeller staff to take our order - they just stood behind the bar eating, talking, looking right at us/ignoring us... So we left! The first floor bar staff in Snively's were great!
Swede Room 1 was freezing with a huge air conditioning vent blowing on the beds almost all the time. Had to sleep under multiple blankets with fleece vest on. I would avoid that room. Shared bathroom floors were dirty, shower drain full of hair, no paper towels in dispenser, ceiling tiles falling. Could not get Rathskeller staff to take our order - they just stood behind the bar eating, talking, looking right at us/ignoring us... So we left! The first floor bar staff in Snively's were great!
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Maarit
Feb 20, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Hard to find. No staff available for finding the room. Very noisy throughout the night, felt like a dungeon. Unsure if cleaned after the previous guest as there was a dusty paper cup and other items under the bed, rug had visible dirt on it, water still in coffee maker from earlier guests. Common bathroom area dirty. Quite disappointed for the price.
Hard to find. No staff available for finding the room. Very noisy throughout the night, felt like a dungeon. Unsure if cleaned after the previous guest as there was a dusty paper cup and other items under the bed, rug had visible dirt on it, water still in coffee maker from earlier guests. Common bathroom area dirty. Quite disappointed for the price.
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Michael
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
There was what looked like puke on the wall stuffy uncooled room with terrible toiletries as far as soap and shower curtain replacement towels. Etc
There was what looked like puke on the wall stuffy uncooled room with terrible toiletries as far as soap and shower curtain replacement towels. Etc
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Janine
Oct 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and comfortable. Access was easy and the speakeasy was fabulous.
Room was clean and comfortable. Access was easy and the speakeasy was fabulous.
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Travis
Sep 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Tough to keep track of all the emails with information such as access codes for front door and the room door. An interesting and historic building, that smells like restaurant fryer oil on the main floor. Municipal parking ramp across the road is not typical. You park and pay online then access the next day can be difficult. I couldn’t find an unlocked door this morning. Had to wait for someone to leave in order to get to my vehicle. The main benefits would be price and cleanliness. My room is nice and clean.
Tough to keep track of all the emails with information such as access codes for front door and the room door. An interesting and historic building, that smells like restaurant fryer oil on the main floor. Municipal parking ramp across the road is not typical. You park and pay online then access the next day can be difficult. I couldn’t find an unlocked door this morning. Had to wait for someone to leave in order to get to my vehicle. The main benefits would be price and cleanliness. My room is nice and clean.
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Heidi
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect stay for one night in Duluth. Very well done, keep the charm of the “old” while providing new and updated touches. It’s a little noisy due to the location but over all a wonderful stay. Very clean!
Perfect stay for one night in Duluth. Very well done, keep the charm of the “old” while providing new and updated touches. It’s a little noisy due to the location but over all a wonderful stay. Very clean!
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Cristie
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The ledge in the room was very dusty
The ledge in the room was very dusty
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Miranda
Sep 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean quiet room
Clean quiet room
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kelly
Oct 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cool hotel, historic building, clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Cool hotel, historic building, clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
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Rooms
Rooms are distinctive and often comfortable, with historic decor and some spacious layouts. Trade-offs include some windowless rooms, noticeable street or AC noise, occasional mattress complaints, and temperature controls that can be limited.
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Amy
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This place is definitely unique. The beds were comfortable, nice linens and pillows. Bathroom was clean, hot water, updated shower. There was a mini fridge, ceiling fan and extra fans. The room was a little warm, temp control was locked. I stayed in room 5 and I could smell the restaurant that is attached especially when I turned on the bathroom light/fan. This room is on the lower level and faces the road. It was pretty noisy with vehicle traffic at night and people hanging outside the building. I definitely wouldn’t feel safe walking at night outside this area. I would stay here again depending on the reason for my Duluth visit.
This place is definitely unique. The beds were comfortable, nice linens and pillows. Bathroom was clean, hot water, updated shower. There was a mini fridge, ceiling fan and extra fans. The room was a little warm, temp control was locked. I stayed in room 5 and I could smell the restaurant that is attached especially when I turned on the bathroom light/fan. This room is on the lower level and faces the road. It was pretty noisy with vehicle traffic at night and people hanging outside the building. I definitely wouldn’t feel safe walking at night outside this area. I would stay here again depending on the reason for my Duluth visit.
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Kathi
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the room - very roomy and comfortable beds. The location did not feel safe. There was many homeless people lingering around. There was a lot of noise when it said quiet time was 10pm-8am. The room floors were really sandy. The room was nice and cool.
Loved the room - very roomy and comfortable beds. The location did not feel safe. There was many homeless people lingering around. There was a lot of noise when it said quiet time was 10pm-8am. The room floors were really sandy. The room was nice and cool.
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Robert
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Cold noisy room. Toilet separate. Uninviting vibe. We left after 20 minutes.
Cold noisy room. Toilet separate. Uninviting vibe. We left after 20 minutes.
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Amy
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Spacious, comfy room, nice touches. Great beds. Nice shower. No window made for great sleeping in! 😀 Everything was easy and convenient. If you go to bed early, the Mary McFadden room might not be for you, as it is across from the sushi restaurant and a little noisy in the evening. Perfect for us!
Spacious, comfy room, nice touches. Great beds. Nice shower. No window made for great sleeping in! 😀 Everything was easy and convenient. If you go to bed early, the Mary McFadden room might not be for you, as it is across from the sushi restaurant and a little noisy in the evening. Perfect for us!
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Teresa
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Easy to book. Neat looking building and room. Mattresses need to be replaced. Room felt damp and there were no chairs or a table in the room. Very nice we bathroom.
Easy to book. Neat looking building and room. Mattresses need to be replaced. Room felt damp and there were no chairs or a table in the room. Very nice we bathroom.
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Cameron
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing bed, beautiful interior of the building and our room. Convenient bars located below our room. Check-in/out was seamless. Parking was easy, used the ramp northwest across the street. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
Amazing bed, beautiful interior of the building and our room. Convenient bars located below our room. Check-in/out was seamless. Parking was easy, used the ramp northwest across the street. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
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Robert
Oct 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Oliver Inn was a fantastic way to get to know Duluth. Very convenient for the canal and bridge, shopping, restaurants, walking and sightseeing. It may not be for everyone, however. It is a historic building, whose rooms have PERSONALITY galore. We stayed in the Dorothy Arnold room (12) with 4 poster bed, high ceilings, wood floors, loveseat, bathroom en suite. You enter the building through a Japanese restaurant, then climb the stairs or take the elevator to the next floor where you are instantly transported to the early 1900's. Comfortable and relaxing place if you enjoy that sort of thing, which we do. It has the mod-cons you expect in a nice comfortable room, but they are meant to blend into the time period.
Oliver Inn was a fantastic way to get to know Duluth. Very convenient for the canal and bridge, shopping, restaurants, walking and sightseeing. It may not be for everyone, however. It is a historic building, whose rooms have PERSONALITY galore. We stayed in the Dorothy Arnold room (12) with 4 poster bed, high ceilings, wood floors, loveseat, bathroom en suite. You enter the building through a Japanese restaurant, then climb the stairs or take the elevator to the next floor where you are instantly transported to the early 1900's. Comfortable and relaxing place if you enjoy that sort of thing, which we do. It has the mod-cons you expect in a nice comfortable room, but they are meant to blend into the time period.
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McKenzie
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great little spot just steps from a lot of Duluth's mainstays. Worked great as a home base to attend a wedding out on Park Point. The bed was ridiculously comfy, the bathroom was well appointed, and the little nespresso-style coffee machine became a well-used perk.
Great little spot just steps from a lot of Duluth's mainstays. Worked great as a home base to attend a wedding out on Park Point. The bed was ridiculously comfy, the bathroom was well appointed, and the little nespresso-style coffee machine became a well-used perk.
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Duane
Sep 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was cute but the beds need to be replaced, our backs were sore after sleeping
It was cute but the beds need to be replaced, our backs were sore after sleeping
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Regan
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed staying here! Such a cool, cozy place. We do recommend bringing a portable fan if staying in the summer, as it can get a little warm (not horrible though). The beds were very comfortable! We definitely recommend!
We really enjoyed staying here! Such a cool, cozy place. We do recommend bringing a portable fan if staying in the summer, as it can get a little warm (not horrible though). The beds were very comfortable! We definitely recommend!
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Service
Self-check-in via codes is standard; many guests report clear communication and quick remote support. Others experienced code issues, confusing entry instructions, or mismatched reservation details.
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Danielle
Feb 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Feels like a European hotel. Extraordinary architecture and history, great stonewalled atmospheric bar in the basement, and restaurant in the first floor. Couldn’t get a more authentically Duluth experience. Staff was very helpful even though they are offsite. Very,very responsive. Also really great shower/bath room in the Chester and Clara Congdon Room.
Feels like a European hotel. Extraordinary architecture and history, great stonewalled atmospheric bar in the basement, and restaurant in the first floor. Couldn’t get a more authentically Duluth experience. Staff was very helpful even though they are offsite. Very,very responsive. Also really great shower/bath room in the Chester and Clara Congdon Room.
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Chris
Jul 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Check in was a complete disaster. I entered through the back entrance of the property greeted by two workers. They never once told me that I should enter the front door. I returned to the property to enter at 8:30 at night only ro be locked out. I was able to reach someone the following day who advised to enter through the front door. The condition of the room was fantastic. The amenities were great. The bed was excellent.🚪
Check in was a complete disaster. I entered through the back entrance of the property greeted by two workers. They never once told me that I should enter the front door. I returned to the property to enter at 8:30 at night only ro be locked out. I was able to reach someone the following day who advised to enter through the front door. The condition of the room was fantastic. The amenities were great. The bed was excellent.🚪
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Christine
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a little mix up at first on our room. The manager called and meade everything right again! We got to visit the bar in the basement - super cool vibe! I would recommend and stay here again!
We had a little mix up at first on our room. The manager called and meade everything right again! We got to visit the bar in the basement - super cool vibe! I would recommend and stay here again!
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Cameron
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing bed, beautiful interior of the building and our room. Convenient bars located below our room. Check-in/out was seamless. Parking was easy, used the ramp northwest across the street. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
Amazing bed, beautiful interior of the building and our room. Convenient bars located below our room. Check-in/out was seamless. Parking was easy, used the ramp northwest across the street. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
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Carrie
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was a little difficult as our door code didn't work to our suite, but the phone accessble customer service was able to reset the code for access to our suite.
Check in was a little difficult as our door code didn't work to our suite, but the phone accessble customer service was able to reset the code for access to our suite.
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Renee
Jul 1, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This was a beautiful boutique inn. They take care to ensure you have everything you need, providing contact information in the event there is anything you need. The contactless check-in and check-out process is seamless. I would definitely recommend The Oliver Inn. A very nice option away from the standard hotel options. Very nice and caring staff.
This was a beautiful boutique inn. They take care to ensure you have everything you need, providing contact information in the event there is anything you need. The contactless check-in and check-out process is seamless. I would definitely recommend The Oliver Inn. A very nice option away from the standard hotel options. Very nice and caring staff.
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Andrea
Jun 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Was super confusing for check in because no front desk or staff. If there was some sort of information or instructions when we walked in it would have been helpful. The ONLY complaint we had was what to do when we needed more toilet paper.
Was super confusing for check in because no front desk or staff. If there was some sort of information or instructions when we walked in it would have been helpful. The ONLY complaint we had was what to do when we needed more toilet paper.
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Julie
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Started with a reservation snafu, that was quickly sorted by staff via email and text. This is a self check-in hotel that worked smoothly. The room was recently renovated with an enormous bed, clean bathroom and included a mini fridge and coffeemaker. Everything worked as expected. The location is downtown convenient to the Duluth Coffee Company, shopping and the waterfront. WE didn't have the opportunity to visit Sniveleys Lounge in the hotel or the Rathskeller Bar in the basement. Maybe next time!
Started with a reservation snafu, that was quickly sorted by staff via email and text. This is a self check-in hotel that worked smoothly. The room was recently renovated with an enormous bed, clean bathroom and included a mini fridge and coffeemaker. Everything worked as expected. The location is downtown convenient to the Duluth Coffee Company, shopping and the waterfront. WE didn't have the opportunity to visit Sniveleys Lounge in the hotel or the Rathskeller Bar in the basement. Maybe next time!
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Brian
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed here the night before Grandma's Marathon in 2025. Here's what's not clear on Expedia, and not entirely clear on the Oliver's website: this is a STAFLESS hotel. I figured this out after I arrived at the hotel. I was provided with no information prior to check-in, so had to break open my laptop, log-in to Expedia, call the main number, wait for a call back, and then receive a text with details on how to get into my room. So, I suggest you try to get this information from the hotel before you travel. After that, it was a fairly smooth experience. I stayed in Roger & Oliver Munger - Suite 14. Note that the Oliver website says that it can't guarantee against nighttime noise. Also, there is no bottled water in the room.
I stayed here the night before Grandma's Marathon in 2025. Here's what's not clear on Expedia, and not entirely clear on the Oliver's website: this is a STAFLESS hotel. I figured this out after I arrived at the hotel. I was provided with no information prior to check-in, so had to break open my laptop, log-in to Expedia, call the main number, wait for a call back, and then receive a text with details on how to get into my room. So, I suggest you try to get this information from the hotel before you travel. After that, it was a fairly smooth experience. I stayed in Roger & Oliver Munger - Suite 14. Note that the Oliver website says that it can't guarantee against nighttime noise. Also, there is no bottled water in the room.
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Lori
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel rooms were great! The two bars on the property were very cool! However, this property is not easily accessible. Parking was hard to find and once you figured it out, it was across the street. Then you had to deal with un-homed lottering by the doors and on the street. No area to load or unload luggage or any help from staff, as there were none on-site. If you needed assistance, you had to text/call the hotel and wait for a response However, during the day it was very convenient and felt safe to be right downtown but after dark the vicinity was highly populated with un-homed individuals and a little scary. It would have been nice if the property had a vending machine for water, snacks and an ice machine, but no luck. We had to go to other businesses close by to buy bottled water and food, which was very expensive. Everything had key codes to be able to enter. The hotel, the room and parking doors. It took several tries to get them to work properly. That might have been our issue as we were not used to working these. Overall, I loved the hotel and the rooms, just not the hassle of all of the door codes or getting our luggage in and out of the hotel and not the discomfort of the un-homed next to the doors and on the street.
The hotel rooms were great! The two bars on the property were very cool! However, this property is not easily accessible. Parking was hard to find and once you figured it out, it was across the street. Then you had to deal with un-homed lottering by the doors and on the street. No area to load or unload luggage or any help from staff, as there were none on-site. If you needed assistance, you had to text/call the hotel and wait for a response However, during the day it was very convenient and felt safe to be right downtown but after dark the vicinity was highly populated with un-homed individuals and a little scary. It would have been nice if the property had a vending machine for water, snacks and an ice machine, but no luck. We had to go to other businesses close by to buy bottled water and food, which was very expensive. Everything had key codes to be able to enter. The hotel, the room and parking doors. It took several tries to get them to work properly. That might have been our issue as we were not used to working these. Overall, I loved the hotel and the rooms, just not the hassle of all of the door codes or getting our luggage in and out of the hotel and not the discomfort of the un-homed next to the doors and on the street.
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Location
Centrally located and walkable to Canal Park, the lakefront, shops, and dining. Several guests felt uneasy at night near the casino and noted street noise.
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Lisa
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Cool hotel with friendly bar on main floor. Beds were comfortable. Room very clean. Easy parking across the street. The only negative was the sad state of downtown Duluth - I wasn't expecting big city problems in a small town (high # of homeless, obnoxious e-bikers along the lake path, etc.).
Cool hotel with friendly bar on main floor. Beds were comfortable. Room very clean. Easy parking across the street. The only negative was the sad state of downtown Duluth - I wasn't expecting big city problems in a small town (high # of homeless, obnoxious e-bikers along the lake path, etc.).
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Laura
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was under construction which we found out about the day before. It got to be loud around 7am with them starting work which was not fun! The hotel otherwise was cute and very clean. We had issues finding our room and they were very quick and responsive on getting back to us. They had a few snacks and easy instructions on getting inside. The hotel is across from a casino and packing garage. It is convient to park there, however there are a lot of homeless people out asking for money ask you are going back and forth to your car. The parking garage is locked with a code you get when you pay though, which was nice.
The hotel was under construction which we found out about the day before. It got to be loud around 7am with them starting work which was not fun! The hotel otherwise was cute and very clean. We had issues finding our room and they were very quick and responsive on getting back to us. They had a few snacks and easy instructions on getting inside. The hotel is across from a casino and packing garage. It is convient to park there, however there are a lot of homeless people out asking for money ask you are going back and forth to your car. The parking garage is locked with a code you get when you pay though, which was nice.
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Nathalie
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cute kitschy historic property. Comfy. Though grateful for AC, it was the detractor of our stay - unit humming loudly all night. Surrounding area - yikes. Many drugged out people walking around. Duluth has lost itself - sad to see.
Cute kitschy historic property. Comfy. Though grateful for AC, it was the detractor of our stay - unit humming loudly all night. Surrounding area - yikes. Many drugged out people walking around. Duluth has lost itself - sad to see.
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lori
Jul 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing location, we parked and walked to everything. We parked on the street right next to the hotel. We were nervous about the car but everything was fine. The hotel is so unique and each room tells a different story. The beds were super comfortable. The bathroom was huge! Loved the onsite bar!! We will only stay here when in Duluth. Side note food at canal park brewery is excellent and ice cream at love creamery is a must!
Amazing location, we parked and walked to everything. We parked on the street right next to the hotel. We were nervous about the car but everything was fine. The hotel is so unique and each room tells a different story. The beds were super comfortable. The bathroom was huge! Loved the onsite bar!! We will only stay here when in Duluth. Side note food at canal park brewery is excellent and ice cream at love creamery is a must!
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Lars
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a very cool and unique property in a fantastic location.
This is a very cool and unique property in a fantastic location.
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Christoph
Jul 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovingly restored building of historical significance, clean, and with all necessary modern conveniences including massive streaming TV. #10 Mayor Snively room was 3x size of standard hotel room. Loved the Nespresso machine in the room, but the walk across street to Duluth Coffee co. & their onsite roaster is even better.
Lovingly restored building of historical significance, clean, and with all necessary modern conveniences including massive streaming TV. #10 Mayor Snively room was 3x size of standard hotel room. Loved the Nespresso machine in the room, but the walk across street to Duluth Coffee co. & their onsite roaster is even better.
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Jaci
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was very unique, well kept and easy to check into. The area around the hotel doesn't feel very safe so for a solo traveler, I may not recommend this.
The hotel was very unique, well kept and easy to check into. The area around the hotel doesn't feel very safe so for a solo traveler, I may not recommend this.
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Roger
Oct 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location - an easy walk to Canal Park and all the downtown businesses. A unique building with lots of history. We had a great experience!
Great location - an easy walk to Canal Park and all the downtown businesses. A unique building with lots of history. We had a great experience!
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Thorsten
Aug 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very unique hotel, located close to downtown and to Canal Park. Highly recommended!
A very unique hotel, located close to downtown and to Canal Park. Highly recommended!
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Kristen
Jun 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The atmosphere and decor were so fun. Perfect walking distance to Canal Park.
The atmosphere and decor were so fun. Perfect walking distance to Canal Park.
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Dining
The basement speakeasy and the sushi restaurant in the building are frequent highlights for drinks and meals. Some rooms near the restaurant report food smells or evening noise.
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Larry
Oct 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Awesome eclectic place to stay! Great location. Cool decor. Speakeasy in the basement.
Awesome eclectic place to stay! Great location. Cool decor. Speakeasy in the basement.
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Jon
Dec 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Rathskeller bar in the basement is an amazing experience. the wait staff were terrific and the drinks are very unique. Can't wait to visit again.
The Rathskeller bar in the basement is an amazing experience. the wait staff were terrific and the drinks are very unique. Can't wait to visit again.
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Nicole
Oct 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Oliver Inn was such a great place to stay. The history of the building, architectural design, and the speakeasy made this trip a one of a kind experience. With the location so close to the walking path to Fitgers and Canal Park, we were able to enjoy all our favorite places in Duluth. The view of the lake from our suite was beautiful!
The Oliver Inn was such a great place to stay. The history of the building, architectural design, and the speakeasy made this trip a one of a kind experience. With the location so close to the walking path to Fitgers and Canal Park, we were able to enjoy all our favorite places in Duluth. The view of the lake from our suite was beautiful!
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Tanya
Nov 19, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great boutique inn in the heart of Duluth! Loved our stay. We will be back. Easy virtual check in process, clean, comfortable, blackout curtains, convenient sushi restaurant and speakeasy in the building.
Great boutique inn in the heart of Duluth! Loved our stay. We will be back. Easy virtual check in process, clean, comfortable, blackout curtains, convenient sushi restaurant and speakeasy in the building.
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Nikolas
Oct 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Entry point was seamless. It was great being able to step out my door and into a wonderful sushi dining experience.
Entry point was seamless. It was great being able to step out my door and into a wonderful sushi dining experience.
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Herbert
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful place with a wonderful attached restaurant.
Wonderful place with a wonderful attached restaurant.
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Amanda
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We only stayed a night and the room was nice and spacious, the bed was really comfortable. The only issue we had was our room was right across from the restaurant so it was pretty loud. It closes at 9:30 so no bother after they were done cleaning. But communication clear.
We only stayed a night and the room was nice and spacious, the bed was really comfortable. The only issue we had was our room was right across from the restaurant so it was pretty loud. It closes at 9:30 so no bother after they were done cleaning. But communication clear.
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Rebecca
Apr 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was the cutest, most comfortable room I've been in, ever. Historical, yet modern. Awesome Chinese/Japanese restaurant right across from my room. The only problems I discovered was the TV didn't have live, local TV, just streaming stations. The other problem was the rug in the bathroom had fringes on the ends, and the knots were painful to step on. Otherwise, Excellent!!!
This was the cutest, most comfortable room I've been in, ever. Historical, yet modern. Awesome Chinese/Japanese restaurant right across from my room. The only problems I discovered was the TV didn't have live, local TV, just streaming stations. The other problem was the rug in the bathroom had fringes on the ends, and the knots were painful to step on. Otherwise, Excellent!!!
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Gregory
Jun 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
You might read some reviews that say this place is inside a Japanese restaurant. It's not. Yes, some of the rooms open up to a hallway that is adjacent to a Japanese restaurant, but you are very much in your own space. If anything, the restaurant is a selling point, as it's delicious. The speakeasy in the basement is also excellent, and we were happy to realize that we shared a building with a place we have been to a couple of times before on our regular Duluth excursions. You may not ever see a staff person, because it is self-check in, but I assure you that they are top notch. Great communication and helpful beyond the call of duty. We will definitely stay here again!
You might read some reviews that say this place is inside a Japanese restaurant. It's not. Yes, some of the rooms open up to a hallway that is adjacent to a Japanese restaurant, but you are very much in your own space. If anything, the restaurant is a selling point, as it's delicious. The speakeasy in the basement is also excellent, and we were happy to realize that we shared a building with a place we have been to a couple of times before on our regular Duluth excursions. You may not ever see a staff person, because it is self-check in, but I assure you that they are top notch. Great communication and helpful beyond the call of duty. We will definitely stay here again!
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Susan
Oct 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved the old time feel of the room! It was very comfy and the location downtown made for easy access to the sites we visited. The only downside was the Sushi smell from the restaurant in the same building.
Loved the old time feel of the room! It was very comfy and the location downtown made for easy access to the sites we visited. The only downside was the Sushi smell from the restaurant in the same building.
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John
last week
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Stayed 1 night
Really cool conversion of the first city hall of Duluth into a boutique hotel. Our room was on the "first" floor (really the basement) without any windows, which was a little freaky at first. It was so quiet, we felt we were the only people in the building, even though there were several lounges/bars. We parked in the secure parking ramp across the street, which meant we were walking by a number of unhoused people with all of our luggage. There are NO actual staff on the premises, but the many texts that we received were sufficient in terms of checking in/out, and gaining access to the building and our rooms.
Really cool conversion of the first city hall of Duluth into a boutique hotel. Our room was on the "first" floor (really the basement) without any windows, which was a little freaky at first. It was so quiet, we felt we were the only people in the building, even though there were several lounges/bars. We parked in the secure parking ramp across the street, which meant we were walking by a number of unhoused people with all of our luggage. There are NO actual staff on the premises, but the many texts that we received were sufficient in terms of checking in/out, and gaining access to the building and our rooms.
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Mary
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Charming hotel in an historic City Hall building. Big, well
Charming hotel in an historic City Hall building. Big, well
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Rebecca
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Room 11 had a room door that apparently was warped resulting in the deadbolt lock unable to open or close properly. After 3 tries the digital lock would not be useable for 5 minutes. This was frustrating and time consuming. Highway noise was noticeable. Parking was also an issue. Location was very walkable to restaurants.
Room 11 had a room door that apparently was warped resulting in the deadbolt lock unable to open or close properly. After 3 tries the digital lock would not be useable for 5 minutes. This was frustrating and time consuming. Highway noise was noticeable. Parking was also an issue. Location was very walkable to restaurants.
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kyle
Aug 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
super unique place to stay for a quick getaway! Room was fresh and clean, love the speakeasy in the basement, too!
super unique place to stay for a quick getaway! Room was fresh and clean, love the speakeasy in the basement, too!
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Thomas
Aug 18, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Loved staying here , close too everything , clean with lots of historical charm
Loved staying here , close too everything , clean with lots of historical charm
FAQs about The Oliver Inn | Duluth Hotel Near Canal Park
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 16:00 and check-out is at 10:00. Early check-in and late check-out may incur additional fees and should be requested in advance.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers wheelchair-accessible facilities, including limited wheelchair access, elevators, and a wheelchair-accessible lounge. There are also handrails in stairways and a stair-free path to the entrance.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Downtown Duluth, just steps from NorShor Theatre and 5 minutes on foot from Lake Superior. It is approximately 0.7 miles from the North Shore Scenic Railroad and Duluth Entertainment Convention Center.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age-related policies for free stays are not provided in the information.
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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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 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
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- 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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Hiking/Biking (nearby)
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General
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Handrails in Stairways
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Stair-Free Path to Entrance
Visual Alarms in Hallways
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Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Fitness Center (wheelchair accessible)
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Internet
Free Wi-Fi