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The Pillar Inn

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Saint John's University

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Front of property
Terrace/patio
Outdoor wedding area
Suite, Private Bathroom (The Grand Suite)
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
419 Main Street, Cold Spring, MN, 56320
  • Grasshopper Chapel
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • College of Saint Benedict
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Saint John's University
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, Private Bathroom (The Victorian Suite)

Suite, Private Bathroom (The Victorian Suite)

Suite, Private Bathroom (The Victorian Suite)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, Private Bathroom (The Casablanca Suite)

Suite, Private Bathroom (The Casablanca Suite)

Suite, Private Bathroom (The Casablanca Suite)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, Private Bathroom (The Grand Suite)

Suite, Private Bathroom (The Grand Suite)

Suite, Private Bathroom (The Grand Suite)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Cold Spring

At The Pillar Inn, you'll be 18 km (11.2 mi) from Saint John's University and 22.3 km (13.9 mi) from Quarry Park and Nature Preserve. Highlights at this B&B include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .This bed & breakfast has free WiFi in public areas, a library and wedding services. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a fireplace in the lobby and a banquet hall. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Cold Spring B&B include College of Saint Benedict and St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center.
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What's nearby

  • The Ledge Amphitheater - 15 min drive
  • College of Saint Benedict - 20 min drive
  • Saint John's University - 22 min drive
  • St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center - 23 min drive
  • St. Cloud State University - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Cloud Station - 24 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shady's Long Shots - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Granite Edge Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Pillar Inn

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Saint John's University
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A hot tub, a library, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at The Pillar Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Cold Spring bed & breakfast.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1905
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Pillar Inn offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes and hairdryers. This Cold Spring bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • No pets 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at The Pillar Inn.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Pillar Inn?

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

Is parking available at The Pillar Inn?

Yep, The Pillar Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Pillar Inn?

The closest beach to The Pillar Inn is Avon Beach (17.4 km).

Does The Pillar Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Pillar Inn?

No, The Pillar Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Pillar Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at The Pillar Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Pillar Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

heidi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old, beautiful victorian home in a quaint small town. Close to st cloud and quarry. Fridge ann mi rowave for food. Self serve food .

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second stay at the Pillar Inn. The first time we booked the entire house with our children for my wife’s birthday. Sue, the innkeeper, made great conversation and truly knows what hospitality means. Jill, one of the owners, remembered our previous stay and communicates before we even did regarding breakfast allergies, etc. we were very impressed. This property has full breakfast only on weekends, just to note. They are set out beautifully with fine china. She is an amazing cook and has a very keen eye for detail. We stayed in the Grand Suite, as we did last time. Which has a cute porch on the second level with a little bistro set. The bed is extremely comfortable (one of the main points for us) and tub is more than large enough for two adults side by side relaxing. Another favorite a lot in the house is a little snack room with teas and popcorn, seating, a fridge, etc. it is a very nice touch to a house that’s unattended most of the evening (unlike a hotel). The grounds are pretty and we loved the wrap around porch. The area is pretty quiet, as in not a lot of traffic due to the location, however, there is a bar next door behind a thick lot of trees. It can’t be seen, but it can be heard if people are outside. If that’s your thing, easy access. But the grounds are still large and very private. We will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would be nice to note the WiFi password somewhere in the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Matt

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice quiet stay in the property was fantastic I did have some Internet issues but they fix them and very fast
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

BRENDA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I count on The Pillar Inn as my home away from home when I visit my mother. Jill and Susan could not be more attentive and respectful. The Pillar Inn is a relaxing step back to another time. I heartily recommend a stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the antique stores in town and the river running through it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you to Jill for accommodating to us. The amazing breakfast ...karen....we most deffinantly will be back...i truly recommend staying there .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!
Sue was a wonderful host. Made a great breakfast and was very friendly. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at The Pillar Inn on multiple occasions and call it a home away from home. Sue and Jill go out of their ways to make things as comfortable as possible. It is not another featureless hotel—it is an actual turn of the century home. My grown up kids stayed with me here this visit, and really enjoyed the ambiance. Thumbs up!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenae

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, very spacious. Fun getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The only issue was the dog in n the house when we arrived. The description said “ no pets” and it was the first thing that greeted us! My wife is allergic so this is an issue!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room. Toughest part was parking but not Hotels issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My only criticisms are relatively minor - a little annoying repeated queries about arrival time when I kept saying I couldn't say for certain. The exterior of the house also needs some more upkeep. But inside it was very nice and the staff/ owners are clearly trying successfully to provide a good, historically themed experience at a moderate price. I wish I could have gi a 4.5 rating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just love the community of Cold Spring and this property was located perfect for finishing our family. Sue was awesome, just really enjoyed our stay all the way around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice old Victorian
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a very nice stay for a quick overnight. Our room, Casablanca, was furnished nicely and cool with the AC. The bathroom was huge and the bed was very comfortable. We took advantage of coffee the next morning in their hospitality room. It’s a beautiful home inside, lots to look at! The exterior needs a little TLC including cleaning, maintenance and paint. The wrap around porch wasn’t inviting; old and worn furniture, cigarette butts in a can, dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021