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Forest Lake Motel

Affordable motel near Forest Lake offering free Wi-Fi, parking, pet-friendly rooms, and kitchen facilities. Close to Judy Garland Museum and Range Regional Airport.

1215 NW 4th St, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, United States View on map
7.2/10
Good Based on 152 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking Air-conditioned Pet-friendly Kitchen in all rooms
What recent guests emphasize

Simple Comfort and Convenient Location

Visitors appreciate the budget-friendly, no-frills accommodations offering basic amenities, friendly service, and easy access to local attractions and a nearby lake.

Guests often praise

  • Helpful and friendly staff providing accommodating service.
  • Clean, comfortable rooms equipped with apartment-sized refrigerators and kitchenettes.
  • Quiet and peaceful setting with easy access to a scenic lake nearby.
  • Convenient free parking directly outside guest rooms.
  • Good value for the price, especially for short stays or quick getaways.

Worth knowing

  • The motel is older with rooms that show some wear and dated décor.
  • Privacy can be an issue in some rooms due to window curtain setup.
  • Only a doorknob lock is present on room doors, which may concern some guests.
  • Front desk hours are limited, so late arrivals should call ahead for check-in arrangements.
  • No pool, fitness center, or airport shuttle services available on site.

Best for

  • Budget-conscious travelers seeking basic, clean accommodations.
  • Road trippers wanting convenient parking and roadside access.
  • Guests who desire a quiet place close to a lake and local attractions.
  • Pet owners as the motel is pet-friendly.
  • Visitors looking for extended-stay style rooms with kitchen facilities.
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About this property

Welcome to Forest Lake Motel

Forest Lake Motel is a budget-friendly roadside option located just off Route 2 in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. This casual property consists of a series of bungalow-style units with external entrances, offering a laid-back atmosphere close to Forest Lake, which is only a minute’s walk away. Its proximity to Grand Rapids - Itasca County Airport, 3.1 miles from the motel, makes it a convenient choice for travelers passing through the area.

The motel features basic rooms equipped with essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi, cable TV, air conditioning, and kitchen facilities including a full-sized refrigerator, microwave, and cooktop. Guests can also enjoy free on-site parking directly outside their rooms, which suits motorists looking for easy access. The property is pet-friendly and provides the practical benefit of a golf course nearby, although it lacks a pool, fitness center, and airport shuttle service.

Guest reviews highlight the friendly and accommodating staff, along with clean and comfortable rooms that retain a simple, older style. While some found the property to be modest and showing its age, many appreciated the value for the price, the spaciousness of rooms, and the peaceful lakeside setting. Privacy concerns with curtains and limited security locking on doors have been noted, suggesting this motel suits travelers prioritizing affordability and basic comfort over modern luxury.

Visitors interested in local attractions will find the Judy Garland Museum, Forest History Center, and MacRostie Art Center within a short drive, making Forest Lake Motel a practical base for those exploring the area. Nearby hotels offer alternatives with higher ratings, but this motel remains a straightforward option for those seeking a no-frills stay near the lake and town amenities.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Kitchen in all rooms
Golf course

Not available at this property

Pool
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MK
Ms. Kat Apr 17, 2026
8.0

The staff was very helpful and nice. The room was spacious with a queen and a double bed. It had cable TV and a studio size refrigerator. The bathroom was clean but dated. Beds were comfy. My only issue was that the door 's only lock was the one on the doorknob. (See picture)

LA
Lynne Apostolopoulos Apr 15, 2026
8.0

The price was right for a good comfortable sleep for a quick turn around. The rooms were cozy holding their original look. Great simple amenities. Will definitely stay here again!! Would recommend.

MR
MaryAnne Riters Mar 11, 2026
10

Laid-back comfort, easy access from US 2 & great location for a "base of operations" if out to explore a lot of N.MN. Essentials needed for dealing with picnic supplies & leftovers that can't be left behind can be kept in the frig in the room. It was full apartment size.. haven't found that the case very often & I loved it. I found the room north woods attractive & the staff, especially housekeeping, happy to work with our needs...notes to & from which I hope they enjoyed as much as I. I'd love to stay here again.

JK
Joe Krempetz Feb 08, 2026
8.0

Sorta small / old rooms that are rough around the edges… but the spot is nice, short stroll across the street to a beautiful fishing dock. Really nice folks!

L
Leo Feb 08, 2026
10

I stayed here for an evening, so this review is based on my limited stay. This place gets 5 stars because of the price for amenities and the value. This is a Motel, meaning it's for motorists to park right outside the room and have all they need. This was the case. Parking was outside the window. Room had a fridge, coffee maker, stocked bathroom, clean room, and was ready for me. The rooms are safe. The stay was very quiet and peaceful. Please note, if you have a late check-in, you should call ahead and make arrangements. The office isn't open 24 hours. The bed was comfortable and clean. The motel itself is older, so this isn't for someone expecting a corporate-style room with on-site amenities. There is a beautiful lake across the road from the property. The owners are very friendly and accommodating. If you're in the area and need a place to stay, come check it out. For the price, this is the best place in town.

SA
Sally Anhalt Jan 26, 2026
8.0

This is a very clean, older motel that has a lake across the street! The people were very nice and our room (#41) had a microwave, an apartment-size refrigerator (not just a mini-fridge like most hotels/motels), and the room was big for a motel room. My only complaint is that the curtains did not provide enough privacy. There are sheer curtains in the middle and non-sheer curtains on both sides of the sheer curtains. Unfortunately, the non-sheer curtains were not wide enough to cover the whole window. Therefore, there was no way to prevent people from seeing in, especially at night.

AM
Anthony Miller Jan 08, 2026
10

It's an older motel and showing its age, definitely not fancy. BUT, it was tidy and clean, the bed was comfortable, and the service was super helpful and friendly. It was well equipped with fridge, coffee maker, cooktop, microwave, wifi, TV, all of which seemed to be working and in good condition. Would definitely stay here again.

TS
Terra Snyder Jan 04, 2026
10

The rooms are cleaned, lots of Parking, friendly and understanding staff/ owners. Great location by the lake and for being in town, it’s actually very peaceful. It’s a great place to stay!! reasonable prices and pet friendly. You won’t be disappointed!!!!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Forest Lake Motel

Grand Rapids, Minnesota, USA

Off Route 2, this casual motel occupies a series of bungalows with external entrances. It lies a minute's walk from Forest Lake and 3.1 miles from Grand Rapids - Itasca County Airport.

  • Range Regional Airport 47 min Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Minnesota. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Judy Garland Museum 378 reviews

Judy Garland Museum

2727 S Pokegama Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, United States

4.6 · History Museum
Forest History Center 240 reviews

Forest History Center

2609 Co Rd 76, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, United States

4.8 · History Museum
MacRostie Art Center 51 reviews

MacRostie Art Center

405 NW 1st Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744, United States

4.9 · Art Gallery
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