Absolutely amazing! We were greeted by Fritz the owner. The room was clean and cozy. The grounds are amazing. A lovely dock to walk down with benches to sit on and watch the boats pass. It was everything we hoped for! Close to bars and restaurants. We differently will be returning when we are in town. Thanks Fritz!!! read more

I've stayed here a few times over many years. Each time marked improvements from the last visit. The owner who has checked me in each time I visit is quite friendly and informative on things to do and the best restaurants in the area. My room this time had new furniture including the bed. I was also impressed with the pillows that were bigger than pillows in other Northwoods motels and cabins I've been to. While the bathroom as been remodeled the shower itself was a bit old. Almost like old concrete. The bathroom I had last time had a new shower. Seems the owner is working though improvements unit by unit. He was painting one unit on my last visit. I wasn't sure to give four or five stars because of the shower being old but many rooms seem complete and the owner has such passion for every inch of the place that I went with five. read more

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We were able to book 2 rooms at the last minute. The rooms were clean and very north woods. Convenient location, very close to town. The owner appears to be making continuous updates. read more

Picture-perfect North-Woods lodge, very reasonably priced. Owner was very personable and helpful. The rooms are as attractive and comfortable as the exterior. Rooms with a river view are especially nice. Highly recommended. read more

Edgewater Inn & Cottages - Hotels Near Me - Eagle River, Wisconsin

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In a word, gross. (And we just spent the last 4 days canoe camping in the dirt and grime, so anything with hot showers should have been heaven comparatively.) Not happy with this place at all. We like to frequent local, family-owned establishments when we travel. We find the experience more authentic and a chance to connect more with people in each community. Because of this, we expect a certain level of... quirkiness and a more "relaxed" level of service. This place was dilapidated and filthy however, with no evidence in pride of ownership. Room reeked of smoke. Blankets on bed are piled and need to be replaced. Upholstery is filthy. Bathroom has grime on shelving and walls. Shower tiles appear to have been painted over multiple times. Blinds are haggard and broke down. Paint and finishes were chipped and flaking. The exterior of the place is even worse. The paint and stain on the whole place is delaminating. We like old, quirky and charming. We appreciate it's a weird time to operate, but this place is simply neglected, in severe disrepair and worth nowhere near the rates they're charging. Your money is better spent at one of the many other family-owned places in the area. Keep a wide berth from this place. read more

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Scenic location on the water. Owner was very friendly. Had free canoe and paddle boat for renters to use. We rented a cottage for three nights. I'd call it a cabin rather than a cottage. Very basic, narrow quarters, and low quality materials. Toilet paper holder fell off the wall, loose trim inside, water faucet loose, mattress was hard, etc. We wouldn't return to this place. read more

LOVE THIS PLACE! Stayed here this past March for a couple days of snowmobiling and I couldn't have been more satisfied. Fritz, the proprietor, is incredibly friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. I arrived later than anticipated on a frozen Sun. night, but he stayed in contact with me via phone to make sure I wasn't lost and kept the light on for me. Toy Shop rentals is just across the street. Best place for sled-heads to stay as there is ample parking for the sleds and trail access straight from the motel! Let's be clear, this is a motel. In the Northwoods of WI. Throw your regular hotel conventions to the side and take these lodgings for what they are: cozy, rustic, and relatively inexpensive. If noise is an issue for you, bring earplugs or use a white noise app on your phone. There was construction underway while I was there and I slept as snug as a bug in a rug. I was alone and had ample room for my luggage & gear, however w/ 2 people the room might be a bit cramped (but are you really going to be spending the day in your room when you're in Eagle-freakin-River?! ). My requirements were a comfortable place to sleep & shower, which the motel fulfilled admirably. The location being just outside town keeps you isolated from all the hub-bub and the river is just behind the building, giving you that "in the woods" feel. Also, the complimentary coffee from Eagle River Roasters was a nice touch! Would I stay here again? YES. read more

This place is great! Rooms are basic but impeccably clean. Comfortable bed and unexpectedly nice towels. The water is just steps away and adjustable lounge chairs are perfect for reading and watching the river. Fritz was super knowledgeable and gave us great hiking tips. Bonus was the lemon tree out front. A perfect North Woods experience. read more

This place is cozy and the owner is kind. It has a ton of amenities in a beautiful location. It's right on Eagle River. There are a couple cute little cabins right on the water and the hotel rooms are also lovely. Very clean and cozy. I am especially appreciative to this owner because I was in a spot of trouble and he helped me out. I showed up in a cab with eyes puffy from crying and towing all my belongings behind me. Now, I'm staying in a beautiful place, incredibly comfortable and he only charge me half price. Thank you! read more

Very nice guy I spoke with on the phone regarding bookings and pricing. Accommodates dogs at $15 per night. He was able to describe the rooms and had a positive energy. Nice guy, deserves 5 stars. read more

Terrible! Staff was rude, room was out dated and smelled. Icing on the cake was the old blood stains all over one of the pillows on our bed. Disgusting and terrible, passive aggressive owner. Never staying there again. read more

Edgewater is Northwoods Awesome™, in that it simultaneously meets your expectations and leaves you disappointed. Like a perfectly medium-rare steak with that dreadful iceberg lettuce salad, the Edgewater is a quaint little outfit with friendly service and interior walls that must be made out of paper. If it was anywhere else, you wouldn't tolerate it, but in Eagle River, it seems fine. We had a fairly pleasant two-night stay. The staff are very friendly and accommodating, even holding a room based on a somewhat panicky voicemail that I left. We stayed in the Inn, not the separate cottages out back by the river. The rooms are quite small - a queen bed with barely room to walk around it, a small desk and dorm fridge, and little bathroom at the back. Everything we needed to get back from a long day and pass out, but not a place you'd want to spend a lot of time with your eyes open. Very well-kept and clean, but that is about it. The hard water and weak shower were less than satisfying on a 90 degree day, but the real disappointment was the noise. We could hear every move made in the rooms above and beside us, any time of day. Snoring, as if it was the person in bed next to you; footsteps that could be on your forehead. I've lived in all manner of apartments and stayed in many hotels, and never been so accosted by noise. Still, that marginal construction and up-north decor seem appropriate in the setting, and given the other options in town, there's a chance I'd stop back there for a night or two, unless I could find a cheaper option - at $100 a night, it is, in Northwoods parlance, a bit spendy. read more

I spent one night in the cottage by the river. The unit was very small and slightly grungy from years of use. The staff is very pleasant, accommodating, and trusting. It is just a place for sleep; not to spend the day as you will encounter some odd characters. I have a feeling that the neighbors we did encounter in the cottages were long term residents (and they were a bit sketchy in an up-north/rural way). read more

Stayed here in August, although the owner was nice. The room was very outdated, bedspreads looked like they had been over used. The bathroom was so tiny you could hardly move. We stayed on the first floor, Had the worst night ever, heard footsteps from 11 pm until 6 am, The young man next to our unit apparently lives there all year round, he came in at 4 a m and the walls are pretty thin if you know what I mean. I made my husband get up and we left. Never again!. read more

We spent 5 nights here with Fritz. Fritz is the best host and will make you feel at home. He will tell you the best places to eat, fish, and anything else you may be looking for. He is constantly improving the inn as well as the cottages. We had everything we needed and the staff made us feel right at home. If you are looking for the Hilton, stay at the Hilton. This is the Hilton of the North woods. When we were there a local businessman referred to Fritz as unique and I would definitely agree with that. We will be back to see Fritz. Thank you for a great stay. Deb and Mark. read more

Quaint, cozy, and gorgeous. We loved our stay at Edgewater. It felt like staying at grandma's cabin. The location is conveniently close to downtown, but the property's river/lakefront was secluded and beautiful. Everything you could want from a true Northwoods experience. read more