5/5 - Excellent
Kathy
We return to the area annually for birding.
Ely, MN
Travel Guide
Visit Ely
Motel Ely
1047 East Sheridan Street, Ely, MN
The price is SAR 441 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
SAR 441
SAR 486 total
8 Jun - 9 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Ely. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (497 reviews)
"The property was in close proximity to everything I wanted to see. It was clean. The staff was amazing and very helpful. My only complaint is that the mattress wasn't very good."
Reviewed on 16 May 2025
Adventure Inn
1145 E Sheridan St, Ely, MN
The price is SAR 450 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
SAR 450
SAR 497 total
8 Jun - 9 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ely. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Dorothy ...
9/10 Wonderful! (496 reviews)
Ely! BWCA!
"Fresh feeling room. Basic but nice. Great post BWCA hotel."
Reviewed on 28 May 2025
Stay Inn Ely
112 West Sheridan Street, Ely, MN
The price is SAR 518 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
SAR 518
SAR 571 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ely. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Dorothy Molter ...
9/10 Wonderful! (330 reviews)
"The end was exactly what we needed. We stayed in the indigo room and were able to bring our dog with us. It’s so close to everything and getting a breakfast. Breakfast pastry and coffee at Northern grounds was the icing on the cake. The indigo room is on the third floor so there are a lot of stairs ..."
Reviewed on 6 June 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Welcome toThe White Iron Heritage! where coming together happens naturally.
Ely
Stay at this cabin in Ely. Popular attractions White Iron Lake and Dorothy Molter Museum are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (193 reviews)
Cozy, Clean, & Eclectic
"Cabin was cozy, clean, and eclectic. We enjoyed reading the varied books, magazines, and newspapers in the cabin. Kitchen had everything we needed for cooking meals. Enjoyed sitting on the dock and riding in the boat. My husband even caught a few pike. Cabin was conveniently located for taking care ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2025
Stunning 4 Season Lake Burntside Log Cabin
Ely
Stay at this cabin in Ely. Enjoy a sauna, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Little Long Lake and Dorothy Molter Museum are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (165 reviews)
Fantastic view of the lake. One of the best kept properties I have ever stayed in.
"We had a great stay at this cabin. It is a jewel in the woods. Caught a 42 in. northern off the dock."
Reviewed on 4 June 2025
Moose Cabin at Wilderness Wind near Armstrong Lake near Ely, MN
Ely
Stay at this cabin in Ely. Popular attractions Clear Lake and Armstrong Lake are located nearby.
Perfect
"It was just as advertised, and better than expected. Host Jay was great, and the amenities like canoes, kayaks, and fishing gear (including the bait), free to use is terrific."
Reviewed on 29 August 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
International Wolf Center
4.5/5(39 reviews)
See the exotic and native animals who call International Wolf Center home during your trip to Ely. Wander the lakeside and forest while you're in the area.
Eagles Nest Lake Number Three
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Eagles Nest Lake Number Three during your travels in Ely. Wander the lakeside and forest while you're in the area.
White Iron Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at White Iron Lake during your travels in Ely. Wander the lakeside and forest while you're in the area.
North American Bear Center
5/5(22 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at North American Bear Center during your travels in Ely. Wander the lakeside and forest while you're in the area.
Dorothy Molter Museum
5/5(4 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Dorothy Molter Museum in Ely. Wander the lakeside and forest while you're in the area.
Secret Blackstone Trailhead
You can take time to visit Secret Blackstone Trailhead during your travels to Ely. Wander the lakeside and forest while you're in the area.
Reviews of Ely
4.7
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Ely was awesome! I haven't been there in over 40 years. There was so much more there than I imagined there would be! I loved the shopping, the museums, and the art galleries. It's a really cool place.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Ely is worth visiting!
5/5 - Excellent
Gigi
Fun town with lots to see and do. Great shopping and restaurants!
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
nice small town and enough to explore for a long weekend. It's a long drive up there, so probably wouldn't do it very often.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Love the area very much!
- Superior National Forest
- Eagles Nest Lake Number Three
- White Iron Lake
- Dorothy Molter Museum
- Voyageurs National Park
- Lake Superior
- Lake Vermilion
- Lutsen Mountains
- Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort
- Superior National Golf Course
- North Shore Winery
- Cacade River
- Temperance River State Park
- Soudan Underground Mine State Park
- Caribou Lake
- Bear Head Lake State Park
- Oberg Mountain Loop
- North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum
- Birch Lake
- Echo Lake
- Temperance River