Afton House Inn
44.900913, -92.783021Overview
Historic riverfront inn with private beach and spa in Afton, Minnesota
Historic Charm & Accommodations
The Afton House Inn has been operating since 1867, making it one of the oldest inns in Minnesota. Guest rooms include Jacuzzi suites with river views, private balconies, and outdoor fireplaces. The property offers interconnected rooms and family rooms, plus a terrace and sun terrace with outdoor furniture.
Dining & Wine Experiences
Afton House Inn has three on-site restaurants, including a fine dining restaurant and the Current restaurant. The on-site wine bar hosts exclusive wine tastings, and the bar offers happy hour, live music, and themed dinner nights. Complimentary breakfast is served each morning, with fresh pastries, fruit, and hot options like omelets.
River Cruises & Outdoor Activities
Private charter cruise services on the St. Croix River are available from the Afton House Inn, along with daily public cruises offering brunch, lunch, and dinner. The hotel has a private beach area and is located near Afton Alps Ski Area for skiing and hiking trails. Guests can also enjoy walking tours, tennis, and the outdoor sun terrace.
Wellness & Spa Services
The historic Afton House Inn offers a full-service spa with beauty services, including hair cutting, styling, and coloring, plus massage and spa treatments. Spa facilities include a hot tub or Jacuzzi, and spa/wellness packages are available. Guests can also access the barber/beauty shop on site.
Events & Business Facilities
The Afton House Inn has flexible event spaces suitable for both intimate gatherings and large corporate meetings, with dedicated event planning services. Meeting and banquet facilities are available, along with fax/photocopying and concierge services. The hotel also offers room service, packed lunches, and special diet menus upon request.
- Location: 25 miles from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, near Afton Alps Ski Area
- Rooms: Jacuzzi suites with river views, private balconies, outdoor fireplaces
- Dining: Three restaurants, wine bar with exclusive tastings, complimentary breakfast
- Wellness: Full-service spa, beauty salon, hot tub, massage treatments
- Activities: Private charter cruises, daily public cruises, private beach, tennis
- Events: Flexible event spaces, dedicated planning, catering with local ingredients
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
360 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Room size:
380 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Balcony
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Room size:
140 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Queen Size Bed
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site parking lot
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Jacuzzi
Massage
Beauty treatment
Spa & wellness center
Flat-screen TV
Hiking
Fishing
Tennis court
Skiing
Sports & Fitness
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Tennis court
- Fishing
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Spa & wellness center
- Jacuzzi
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Afton House Inn
| 💵 Lowest room price | 202 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 23.6 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Minneapolis-Saint Paul International, MSP |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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