5/5 - Excellent
Kathy
We return to the area annually for birding.
Ely, MN
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Motel Ely
1047 East Sheridan Street Ely MN
$90 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
$99 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and 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! (582 reviews)
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 ...
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Grand Ely Lodge Resort & Conference Center
400 North Pioneer Road Ely MN
$178 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
$197 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Ely. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (151 reviews)
Staff was at great and friendly! Beautiful view and place to have drinks and eat!
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Welcome toThe White Iron Heritage! where coming together happens naturally.
Ely MN
Stay at this cabin in Ely. Enjoy in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions White Iron Lake and Dorothy Molter Museum are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (213 reviews)
A wonderful time with peace and serenity.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 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 MN
Stay at this cabin in Ely. Enjoy in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions White Iron Lake and Dorothy Molter Museum are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (213 reviews)
A wonderful time with peace and serenity.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
Stunning 4 Season Lake Burntside Log Cabin
Ely MN
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.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (179 reviews)
Host was very welcoming and responsive to any concerns. Very relaxing and secluded home.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
The Atomic Lodge - Luxury Mid-Century Sanctuary
Ely MN
Stay at this vacation home in Ely. Enjoy a sauna, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Dorothy Molter Museum and Little Long Lake are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
The Atomic Lodge was an absolutely lovely stay, I wish I could give it more than 5 stars! It was cozy yet spacious, very well stocked, the sauna was perfect and every detail was thought through. The hosts provide every kind of way I can think of to make coffee, there are games and books provided ...
Reviewed on Dec 2, 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.
Popular places to visit
International Wolf Center
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.
Dorothy Molter Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Dorothy Molter Museum in Ely. Wander the lakeside and forest while you're in the area.
North American Bear Center
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.
Clear Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Clear Lake during your travels in 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!
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