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Caribou Highlands Lodge

2.5 star property
Family-friendly slopeside fun with indoor pool

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Executive Townhome | View from room
Superior Townhome, 3 Bedrooms | View from room
Exterior
Townhome, 4 Bedrooms (Poplar Ridge) | Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$301
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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371 Ski Hill Road, Lutsen, MN, 55612
  • Place, Lutsen Mountains
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Alpine Slide
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, North Shore Winery
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Alpine Condo

Alpine Condo

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Townhome

Executive Townhome

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
3 bathrooms
Microwave
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 4 Single Beds

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WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Room Mountain View Doubles

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Room Mountain View King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Lodge Room Mountain View Whirlpool King

Lodge Room Mountain View Whirlpool King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Room Northwoods View Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Nordic Studio Condo

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Nordic Whirlpool Condo

Nordic Whirlpool Condo

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Townhome, 3 Bedrooms | Living room

Superior Townhome, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
2 bathrooms
Microwave
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Townhome, 2 Bedrooms (Timber)

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms (Timber)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
2 bathrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Townhome, 4 Bedrooms (Poplar Ridge)

Townhome, 4 Bedrooms (Poplar Ridge)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
3 bathrooms
Microwave
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds, 2 Large Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Villager Condo | Living area

Villager Condo

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Lutsen

A family-friendly stay in Lutsen awaits you at Caribou Highlands Lodge. Within steps you'll find Superior National Forest and Lutsen Mountains within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this ski hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .The family restaurant, Moguls Grille & Tap Room, is open for lunch and dinner. Along with ski-in ski-out access, this hotel offers on-site ski storage and ski passes. Additionally, you'll find a gym, a hot tub and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of a free ski shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Lutsen hotel include North Shore Winery and Alpine Slide.

What's nearby

  • Lutsen Mountains - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Alpine Slide - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • North Shore Winery - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Superior National Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Oberg Mountain Loop - 15 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Caribou Highlands Lodge

Family-friendly slopeside fun with indoor pool
After a day on the snow, enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor swimming pool. Getting to the slopes is a breeze with the hotel's complimentary ski shuttle. Conveniences like ski storage, ski passes and shopping on site allow you to spend less time with logistics and more time on the slopes. At the end of the day, order après-ski drinks at the hotel's bar.

There's a restaurant on site.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lutsen hotel.

  • 118 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1980
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Caribou Highlands Lodge offers 118 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • Free ski shuttle
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Moguls Grille & Tap Room

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf carts
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowshoeing
  • Table tennis
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1980
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Caribou Highlands
Caribou Highlands Lodge
Caribou Highlands Lodge Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Lutsen
Caribou Lodge
Caribou Highlands Hotel Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Resort
Caribou Highlands Resort
Caribou Highlands Lodge Hotel
Caribou Highlands Hotel Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Lodge Lutsen
Caribou Highlands Lodge Hotel Lutsen

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

How much does it cost to stay at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

As of 22 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caribou Highlands Lodge on 6 Jan 2026 start from AU$273.65, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Caribou Highlands Lodge?

The closest beach to Caribou Highlands Lodge is Big Beach (19.4 km).

Does Caribou Highlands Lodge have a pool?

Caribou Highlands Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June to October).

Is Caribou Highlands Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, a playground and a corner/local shop, it's no surprise that Caribou Highlands Lodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

No, Caribou Highlands Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner. The dining venue is closed on Monday and Tuesday.

What time are check-in & check-out at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Caribou Highlands Lodge?

There is a golf course next to Caribou Highlands Lodge.

Caribou Highlands Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 692 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 692 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 692 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 692 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 692 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The scenery is wonderful. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay close to the Lutsen Mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan, Knoxville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel was ok, in area without many options. Enjoyed the nearby North Shore Wonwry. Seemed expensive and didn’t get value from the resort fee.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Allen

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service

Fall Stay

Good location and probably similar or better than the other accommodations up North. No body soap is given (only bar soap), and we did not receive room service for one night (but you can probably call them for it). Infrastructure felt a bit poor, as the parking lot was packed (no parking lines did not help), there are no sidewalks in the front, and there are no street lamps driving in. Pool facilities were nice, but note that the hot tub’s capacity is 14 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holli

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

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell, Excelsior

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in Summer, not ski season. Decent hotel centrally located on the north shore
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingeborg

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chad

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness

Ok.

The facilities are a little rundown. Especially for the price you pay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gerard, Owatonna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean,staff pleasant. Wish we had gotten clean towels. We didn’t ask but was there 3 days. Grounds beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to celebrate our anniversary!! Wonderful location and loved the summer vibes. A little dated but checked out a DVD and soaked it in. Awesome vaca spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRYAN

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

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

10/10 Excellent

Elida

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were soft and comfortable. Our room was in the bottom floor and the Mountain View was of people smoking and some trees, which was disappointing. Room smelled musty on the lower levels. Restaurant isn’t open Monday and Tuesday which meant we had to leave for every meal. I did enjoy the pool, and the fire pit and snores. It was a slow week so staff sometimes hard to locate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurants were a little bit more expensive for what you got and the taste of the food however, at the end of a long day, the bartenders did a good job of keeping positive vibes and a good atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Mediocre toilet

The room was very clean. However, the low-flow toilet really wasn’t getting the job done. The toilet paper wouldn’t flush down no matter what I did.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We liked the room. It was perfect for a weekend getaway. Our check-in experience was awful. The information provided by Expedia was different than what was provided at check-in and the staff struggled to explain it without a condescending tone. In fact, the same staff person ignored me on the second evening, but attempted to recover. Our vehicle was damanged in the parking lot and the staff didn't have any recommendations on how to handle it though she seemed genuine about her desire to assist. Overall the property has limited activities and is in okay condition. The area is stunning and we had an wonderful time exploring, hiking, and the activities offered by the neighboring resort were awesome with pleasant, professional, staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable resort in Lutsen Mountains with nice amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James, Dallas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice resort! Restaurant has great service and food. Rooms are clean and area is picturesque.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazingly kid friendly. My kids all had a blast. It was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025