I and my husband is here, the room is very clean, breakfast is really delicious!…read more I love this hotel, sweet hotel. They have lots of bicycles here, you can rent it. I can not tell how great it is! Will be back again!

Our second trip, and we were impressed again with our spacious and comfortable room, tasty…read morebreakfast and friendly hosts. We rented bikes (half price for guests) and enjoyed cycling for a few hours on the woodsy Heartland trail.

What a beautiful space! We were there over an incredibly cold -20 degree weekend for a theater…read moreperformance and the Canopy was such a warm and cozy spot to come back to. Traveling with four kids and we stayed in Balsam. They LOVED the extra long bunks with privacy curtains and their own shelves and reading lights. Best shower I've had while traveling! They enjoyed all the games downstairs and we had plenty of counter space for food prep. We were a big group but with so much space everyone got plenty of rest. The view of sunrise over the lake was stunning. This would be such an ideal spot for a family reunion!

Juanita snd her family are very accommodating and helpful. Beautiful, we'll kept cabins and…read morecampsites. Very nice beach. Our fsmiliy has been coming there for years over the 4th of July.

We have spent a week in late summer in Park Rapids, MN on Long Lake for a decade; and, this week we…read morestayed at Cedar Shores Lodge & Resort for the first time. It was a WONDERFUL experience. I'm a bit of a glamping kind of lady and the cabins at Cedar Shores are log homes away from home. Everything was clean and even the comforters were freshly laundered. Our family stayed in cabin #6 and it has a beautiful deck with a fantastic view and direct access to the beach. They supplied the water toys to include kayaks and canoes. The beach was cleaned every morning by Louis, one of the family proprietors. If we needed anything, Juanita or Louis was right there for us. They care about their guests and give their property TLC. We hope to spend many more weeks in late summer at Cedar Shores!

Wholesome Family Fun in a True "Up North" Setting!…read more Our extended family has fallen in love with this resort. It's the perfect spot for a quintessential Minnesota lake cabin experience, thoughtfully designed to bring large families and groups together while enjoying everything the lake has to offer. Every year, they continue to make small upgrades that improve the experience, which keeps us coming back. The beach area is fantastic - soft sand, no steep drop-offs, and tons of water toys for all ages. Our toddlers loved playing with the sand toys, our smaller kids couldn't get enough of the lily pad and water trampoline, and the teens had a blast paddle boarding and riding water bikes. Huge bonus: life jackets are available for kids as young as two! The cabins have that cozy, knotty pine charm and - since 2024 - each one now has its own strong WiFi. But what we love most is that there are no TVs, which means more family time, less screen time, and memories made together. Booking was super easy thanks to the resort's online availability search. Communication was excellent - I received updates via email and text - and online check-in made arrival day a breeze. Our cabin was even ready well before the 4 PM check-in time. If you're looking for a place where families can truly connect and enjoy the best of Minnesota lake life, this resort is a gem!

One of the best updated mom and pop resorts in one of the best resort areas in the state of…read moreMinnesota. Everything is new but maintains the nostalgia you remember. James and Kayla are true stewards of this resort ensuring it brings families together for generations to come. Kids love the beach, downtown Park Rapids. Fishing is easy and productive. We just completed our eighth year and will be back next year.

Campers' Paradise is one of those rare places that still feels like old school Minnesota lake…read morecamping. It is clean, quiet, family run, and on a beautiful island. Great fishing (off the bridge), swimming, and relaxed vibe. We'll be back. The campground is very family-oriented with a strong sense of tradition. Sites are well maintained, and the lake access is excellent for swimming, boating, and fishing. It's not a resort-style campground, but a simple, peaceful place to enjoy the lake and spend time outdoors.

This is our 3rd year and we wouldn't ask for any different. Our little kids come alive up here-the…read morebeach, the playground, the baseball field and the friendly biking environment make this spot our favorite. Yes, it's $48 a night but we've spent more at a crappy RV park where you're given nothing but a concrete slab. The sites are big and private. The staff greets us each year like they couldn't wait to see us. The bathrooms are spectacular. There is literally no place I would recommend more.

Room wasn't clean, had to clean the bathroom vanity top and mirror. I had to go to the front desk…read moreto get soap. Tub was broken and it looked like a 4 year old patched it with playdoh. Breakfast looked disgusting and the coffee was awful. Very dated overall and I wouldn't go back.

No elevator. Not ADA friendly and poor customer service. My parents and I will never ever go to…read morethis hotel again.

Well maintained older hotel. Staff was very friendly and accommodating and flexible with my stay…read moredates.

We really liked this place and would not hesitate to book here again…read more Pros: Nice quiet location with a super-friendly and helpful staff. Breakfasts were good and the place was really quiet at night. It also has a really nice, good-sized indoor pool. It's located just on the outskirts of the town so there's plenty of shopping and lake access in a very short walking/driving distance. Best of all, loons in the lake! Cons: The rooms, or at least the one we had, are a bit dated. Everything certainly looked clean, but definitely a bit worn down. One special note, for those getting the 'economy' room (307?); the bathroom needs some rework. The shower could fit 4 people easily, but the toilet is unbelievably low and is jammed into a corner, making the 'sit down' experience a bit of an adventure. I'm 5' 8" and 225 lbs., and it was definitely an 'issue.' If you're bigger than me, avoid this room until they redo the bathroom. Definitely not enough to take a star off, but something you and they should be aware of.