Grand Ely Lodge Resort & Conference Center

Grand Ely Lodge is a one-of-a-kind Northwoods destination at the gateway to the Boundary Waters. Combining fine dining, superior lodging, meeting space and outdoor recreation, Grand Ely is its own oasis, offering the amenities of a full-service resort and the personalized service of a staff who know their guests by name. Shagawa Lake and the surrounding area are outdoor playgrounds for families and groups of all types. Free bikes, canoes, kayaks, paddleboats and a full-service marina help you explore the Great North while the Cubby Bear Cub Club for Kids entertains your little ones for hours! These are the modern touches added over time to a truly classic Minnesota Northwoods lodge. Accommodations are rich in Northwoods flavor, with log furniture and warm woodsy tones.

Price Range: $89 - $289
Size: 61 Units
Open Season: Year Round
Kids Allowed: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Restaurant Onsite: Yes
Conference Facility: Yes
Nearest Popular City: Ely
Nearest Lake/River: Shagawa Lake
Languages: N/A

Family

Once you arrive, you only have to leave if you want to. And why would you? This is an ideal spot for Minnesota family retreats & reunions of all sizes. Kids are the center of attention at Grand Ely: The Cubby Bear Cub Club has scheduled activities all summer. Nightly campfires are for everyone, and kids under 10 eat free!

Fishing

Shagawa Lake is a premiere northern Minnesota fishing lake for smallmouth bass, walleye and northern pike. Grand Ely Lodge can arrange guided fishing and remote trips to other lakes, or you can rent a boat from the marina, use some of the complimentary fishing equipment and set out on your own for a fun angling adventure.

Holiday

Come Christmas time, the resort is home to the Festival of Trees and Wreaths! Grand Ely Lodge specializes in catered northeast Minnesota holiday events, weddings, reunions and retreats. There is a secret here for summer time, too: the Lodge is the best spot in town to see the fireworks on the 4th of July.

Lake

Shagawa Lake is a premier Northwoods location for all your northeast Minnesota outdoor recreation: fish for walleye and pike, take out a canoe, kayak or paddleboat or rent a pontoon or motorboat from the Grand Ely Lodge's marina. Complimentary dock space is available if you bring you own boat.

Nature

At nature’s doorstep, pristine Northwoods hiking is always easy from Grand Ely Lodge. Venture in a canoe on the endless waters. Take a scenic float plane ride and view the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Ely is known as the "Canoe Capital of the World" and it's never met a nature lover it didn't like.

Romantic

Shagawa Lake and the pristine pines along the shores are beautiful settings for northern Minnesota weddings and romantic getaways. For a quiet retreat, the fall landscape comes alive with color; in any season, choose the King Whirlpool Room at Grand Ely Lodge with a log-style bed and an in-room whirlpool right next to it.

Hotel Suites

The King Whirlpool Room at Grand Ely Lodge is ideal for Northwoods romance, with a whirlpool next to the log-style king bed; or choose a centrally-located one-room suite with a bunk bed just for the kids! A two-room suite offers a separate bedroom and walkout patio or deck; nearly all have spectacular lake views.

Lodges

Step into any of the lodge rooms at Grand Ely Lodge, and you’ll instantly feel yourself start to relax. Each Deluxe Queen or Deluxe King room features a warm, soothing décor with charming log furniture and soft lighting. Nearly all have spectacular lake views. This is truly a Minnesota Northwoods escape!

Activities

Amenities

Conferences

With a professional planning staff, custom catering and 7,322 sq. ft. of flexible banquet and meeting space, Grand Ely Lodge can accommodate groups of up to 300. Inquire now!

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Reunions

The expert catering and food services at Grand Ely Lodge can custom-create the northeast Minnesota reunion just for you. Inquire now!

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Weddings

Destination weddings are a natural at the Grand Ely Lodge for a celebration amongst the landscapes, lakeside venues and service courtesy of a professional staff. Inquire now!

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