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Motel Ely

2.0 star property
A forest retreat where travelers can stay connected with in-room WiFi while experiencing the natural beauty of the surrounding wilderness

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Motel Ely sits near Superior National Forest, offering travelers a peaceful escape with practical amenities like in-room WiFi and free self parking. Previous guests particularly appreciate the helpful staff who enhance the stay experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Room, Multiple Beds

Basic Room, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
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About the area

Ely is home to Motel Ely. While the natural beauty of Superior National Forest and Lake Vermilion can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort. Dorothy Molter Museum is another place to visit that comes recommended. Visit our Ely travel guide
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1047 East Sheridan Street, Ely, MN, 55731

What's nearby

  • Northern lights on Gunflint Lake. #colorful
    Superior National Forest
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dorothy Molter Museum
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • International Wolf Center
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Eagles Nest Lake Number Three
    27 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Lake Vermilion
    30 min drive - 32.8 km

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing)
    82 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant
    15 min walk
  • Silver Rapids Lodge
    9 min drive
  • Antlers Lounge
    3 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    6 min walk
  • Subway
    9 min walk

About this property

Motel Ely

Motel near Superior National Forest
Located close to Dorothy Molter Museum, Motel Ely provides a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Motel Ely boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily until 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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Frequently asked questions

Is Motel Ely pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel Ely?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel Ely on 16 Mar 2026 start from NZ$160, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Motel Ely?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel Ely?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Motel Ely?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Motel Ely located?

Situated in Ely, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Superior National Forest and Dorothy Molter Museum. Lake Vermilion is 18.7 mi (30.1 km) away.

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Reviews

Motel Ely Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 386 out of 601 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 601 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 601 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 601 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 601 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms are dated but very clean and beds comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool, 60s motel vibe. Very clean & comfortable, owner was super friendly & helpful with our questions about the Mesabi Trail & local dining options. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an older motel right on the main road in Ely. Check in was easy and the owner was welcoming and recommended a couple of nearby restaurants. Room was clean and the bed was comfortable. It was a nice, quiet place to spend the night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a small motel it is quiet, clean and easy access. Staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, it had a fridge & coffee maker, and the bathroom was spacious. I was there for one night and Motel Ely was perfect for.a one night stopover.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay here. Very friendly. Comfortable bed. All was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room with everything we needed for our stay (ie: microwave, fridge, soap/shampoo/lotion, coffee, etc.). Convennient parking with easy access to downtown areas & local actvities. Quiet evening with outdoor seating and near full moon. Friendly, kind, knowledgeable owners.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice time

handsome older motel,very good shape,staff helpful,clean,quiet,has personality
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean, bed was comfortable. Looks old from the outside but room was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable and super friendly staff. It was walkable to all of downtown Ely. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were really friendly and informative
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Loved Motel Ely! Super friendly/helpful proprietor offered plenty of recommendations for restaurants. Rooms are not standard modern soulless fare. Mismatched furnishings, midcentury-style mini fridges, unusual bathroom sink/toilets... but everything is spotless and functional. One of our 2 rooms had a great mural, both featured shiplap wood walls. Affordable and cozy. Also right on Sheridan St in Ely, making it easy to explore town on foot. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Amenities
Nice, simple, friendly place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

skip

Always friendly, always clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The woman at the front desk was so friendly! Made us feel like family and the room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in Ely - clean, quiet, comfortable, and good price! Convenient location and helpful owner.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linzee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very nice and gave us great recommendations on things to do in the area etc
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second stay there, very clean, reasonable rates
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Loved this place and would definitely stay again! Owner was very friendly and helpful. Only complaint was the strong smell of fragrance which we guessed was maybe carpet powder because it didn’t really dissipate despite us trying to air it out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good, will return. Within walking distance of the downtown and shopping. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Really helpful and kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Motel was clean and very well maintained. Owner was nice and friendly. Will stay again next time im in ely!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025