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Lakes Area Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Starbuck with free parking
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February 2025

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
604 North Main St, Starbuck, MN, 56381
  • Holly Skogen Park
    7 min walk
  • Lakeshore Park
    12 min walk
  • Starbuck Public Beach
    18 min walk
  • Alexandria, MN (AXN-Chandler Field)
    36 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Handicap)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Starbuck

At Lakes Area Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Holly Skogen Park and Lakeshore Park. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Starbuck motel include Starbuck Public Beach and Lake Minnewaska.
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What's nearby

  • Holly Skogen Park - 7 min walk
  • Lakeshore Park - 12 min walk
  • Starbuck Public Beach - 18 min walk
  • Lake Minnewaska - 2 min drive
  • Glacial Lakes State Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 149 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Minnewaska House Brewing Co + Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Water's Edge Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Nutcracker Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Franny's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Lakes Area Inn

Motel in Starbuck with free parking
Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
Lakes Area Inn offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Starbuck motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable televisions are provided. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.

Property is also known as

Cedar Inn Motel Starbuck
Cedar Inn Motel
Cedar Starbuck
Cedar Inn Motel
Lakes Area Inn Motel
Lakes Area Inn Starbuck
Lakes Area Inn Motel Starbuck

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lakes Area Inn?

Lakes Area Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Lakes Area Inn?

Yep, Lakes Area Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Lakes Area Inn?

Yep, Lakes Area Inn is a short 18-minute walk from Starbuck Public Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lakes Area Inn?

No, Lakes Area Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lakes Area Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Lakes Area Inn Reviews

Reviews

5.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 20 reviews" "

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great new owners. Helpful and friendly. Room was clean, except open bag of frozen veg in the fridge?

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

2/10 Terrible

David, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
When I went to check in I did not have a reservati
As I said above when I went to check in they did not have my reservation. I'd like to know what happened. Also the charges are still on my credit card and I bought the insurance in case I needed to cancel. I am not very happy with you or the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

2/10 Terrible

Reginald

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Horrible stay! The room was beyond filthy and literally smelled like rotten produce. The office was closed the entire weekend we were there. Amenities? Let's just saythere are none!! Quality of service- HORRIBLE!!!!! The Starbuck area is very nice!! I would definately not recommend the cedar inn at all !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

linda

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

Eugene

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Avoid if possible.
They did not have enough towels for everyone. They only gave dry towels when we asked and very very limited it what they gave us. Came and removed our coffee maker because another room's broke. Carpet stained everywhere. We would not walk barefoot in there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For sale for a reason
The cleaning staff were friendly, but they cleaned our room the first day and never brought us clean towels so I had to go but us some to use, I told the owner I expected a discount, but never saw them again. They weren't there when we left, so we left our key under the mat and called to leave a message we were leaving - to check in, most of our party had keys left under the mat. (We happened to catch someone in the office and checked in.) The rooms were uncomfortable and felt dirty, although they weren't. Mattresses were uncomfortable. It's too bad, since it's in a great location. Hopefully it will sell and be renovated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

2/10 Terrible

unknown, omaha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
needed a place close by for family reunion
Arrived, needed a new door knob, placed our bags inside, went to family's house, returned later to find key in door. Cleaned room every day except last day. After cleaning room, left the door unlocked every time. No overhead lighting, poor lighting, old TVs--not a big deal, shower was clean, outdated decor, hard and uncomfortable mattress, the sink was in the bedroom so everyone had to come into bedroom to brush teeth. Could have been better
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

PAT

Liked: Staff & service
Mayberry USA
Somewhat dated but adequate. Only hotel in area that we could find that would accept dogs. Small town atmosphere with some of the most friendly people we have ever met. We were at a community fund raiser and talked to a small group that recommended a local cafe for breakfast. We went the next morning and when finished asked for the check, to our surprise someone had called and told them not to charge us and they would stop by to pay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

2/10 Terrible

Wendy N.

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not a good place to stay.
It was dirty by the front door, the freezer froze her food and there was no setting on it, and the toilet seat was broken. The good thing was that the towels were really nice and the housekeeper did a very good job and cleaning our room for our overnight stay. It would be a good location for a nice motel if you had somebody run it that put some money in it. Not worth the money that we paid to stay there.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Poor rating
Very loud a/c. Very loud bathroom fan. Remote control did not work. Strands of hair on sheets. No personal contact with anyone. Would not recommend or stay there again. Only double beds.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No soap in room and not enough wash clothes and towels.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
COMFORTABLE
CLOSE TO AREA WE NEEDED TO BE BY, HAD THE ESSENTIALS FOR THE ONE NIGHT STAY

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would Recommend
The owners were very nice and very helpful, both when I called and when I talked with them face to face. Room was comfortable and everything I expected. The shower was very nice, unlike many places I've stayed where the water pressure is sub par. Fridge, TV, and microwave all worked, I would definitely stay again if I am in the Starbuck area.

6/10 Okay

2122

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
OK
other than the fact the locks did not work well it was an ok place. The carpet was dirty.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a dive
This average price room was if bad shape. The couch and carpet were stained. Decided to drive the 3 hours home then spend the night in the room.

6/10 Okay

RobnSylv

Liked: Staff & service
Ok stay for the weekend
It was what I suspected for the price, average size two room unit that has a TV in each rooms for those who like watching TV (non flat screen TV). More ideal for the weekend fisherman stay (good walleye and bass fishing lakes), The hotel is close to harbor boat landing (about 2-miles) and they have average size bait and tackle shop at the Hotel. Limited location places to park your boat,but I did not have any issue with parking my boat.

4/10 Poor

tech

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
cedar inn
i paid for the room online thru online order, and the hotel called asking me for a credit card, they didnt show they had been paid, and they had never heard of the online ordering i used. the TV's were so old, when you turned them on, a small dot in the middle of the TV showed first, and the picture finally grew out in about 2 minutes.