South Pier Inn - Duluth

Waterfront hotel with ship-watching views on Duluth Harbor

Amenities & Services

South Pier Inn offers a 400-foot private shoreline for guest relaxation and ship-watching. The hotel provides exclusive outdoor fire experiences for guests to enjoy on cooler evenings. Environmental initiatives are part of the property's daily operations, including sustainability practices.

Rooms & Suites

All waterfront suites at South Pier Inn Duluth include private balconies that offer eye-level views of ships entering the harbor under the Aerial Lift Bridge. Rooms are spacious with options including suites with whirlpools and fireplaces. Accessible features such as grab rails and wheelchair-accessible rooms are available for guests with mobility needs.

Location & Nearby Attractions

South Pier sits at the foot of the Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge, directly between Lake Superior and Duluth Harbor Basin. Canal Park, the Great Lakes Aquarium, and Bayfront Festival Park are all within a 5-minute drive or short walk. The hotel offers a strategic location for bird watchers seeking the Aurora Borealis during winter months.

Dining & Breakfast

A complimentary breakfast is served each morning with local pastries and coffee from a nearby bakery. Wine and champagne are available for purchase from the hotel. The breakfast area also offers a selection of fresh fruit and yogurt.

Activities & Experiences

Guests at South Pier Inn Duluth can join daily guided morning history tours led by the hotel owners. The property provides exclusive outdoor fire experiences and a private shoreline path for sunset walks. Bird watching opportunities are enhanced by the hotel's location on the migratory path, with chances to see the Aurora Borealis.

• Location: At foot of Aerial Lift Bridge, between Lake Superior and Duluth Harbor
• Rooms: Waterfront suites with private balconies overlooking ship channel
• Dining: Complimentary breakfast with local bakery pastries
• Activities: Daily guided history tours with hotel owners
• Wellness: 400-foot private shoreline for relaxation and sunset walks
• Unique: Ship-watching from rooms; bird watching for Aurora Borealis