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Silver Rapids Lodge

2.5 star property

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A cabin with a sloped roof, large windows, and a wooden interior.
A cabin with a wooden exterior, large windows, and a porch.
A wooden deck with a metal railing, surrounded by trees and a forested area.
A cabin interior with wooden walls, large windows, a sofa, a dining table, and a chair.
A wooden interior with large windows, tables, and chairs arranged for dining.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is $109
$98 nightly
$109 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3

Explore the area

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459 Kawishiwi Trail, Ely, MN, 55731
  • Place, White Iron Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Farm Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eagles Nest Lake Number Three
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Lakeside King

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden nightstands, a desk, and a chair.

Lakeside King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Lakeside Two Bedroom Suite

A two-story wooden building with balconies, a covered porch, and a stone feature in the foreground.

Lakeside Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Lakeside Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden table, a chair, and a tiled floor.

Lakeside Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Sunrise Cabin - Lakeside with Deck

A cabin with a wooden exterior, large windows, and a porch.

Sunrise Cabin - Lakeside with Deck

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Homestead Cabin - 3BR Lakeside w/ Fireplace

A wooden cabin with a snow-covered roof, a wooden door, and windows.

Homestead Cabin - 3BR Lakeside w/ Fireplace

  • Lake view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds

View all photos for Paradise Cabin - 4 BR w/ Fire pit

A wooden cabin with a front door, two windows, and a wooden porch.

Paradise Cabin - 4 BR w/ Fire pit

  • Lake view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 3 Double Beds

View all photos for Retreat Cabin - 8 bdrms, Lakeside w/Dock

A wooden cabin surrounded by snow-covered trees.

Retreat Cabin - 8 bdrms, Lakeside w/Dock

  • Lake view
  • 8 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 18
  • 2 Double Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 12 Twin Beds

View all photos for Lookout Cabin - 2 BR Lakeside w/ Fire pit

A cabin with a deck, surrounded by trees.

Lookout Cabin - 2 BR Lakeside w/ Fire pit

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Narrows Cabin - 2 BR Lakeside w/ Fire pit

A rustic cabin with a picnic table in front, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

Narrows Cabin - 2 BR Lakeside w/ Fire pit

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Loons Nest Cabin 2Bdrm, Lakeside, BBQ

A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a dining table, and comfortable seating.

Loons Nest Cabin 2Bdrm, Lakeside, BBQ

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Serenity Cabin 2Bdrm, Fireplace, Lake View,

A cozy cabin interior with a green sofa, wooden coffee table, and a fireplace.

Serenity Cabin 2Bdrm, Fireplace, Lake View,

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for TeePee Cabin - 2BR Lakeside w/ Fireplace

A wooden cabin with a front porch, a central door, and a chimney.

TeePee Cabin - 2BR Lakeside w/ Fireplace

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

View all photos for Pines Cabin 2 Bdrm, Fireplace, Full Kitchen

A wooden-paneled kitchen with a dining table, white cabinets, and a refrigerator.

Pines Cabin 2 Bdrm, Fireplace, Full Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Bears Den Cabin - 2 BR Lakeview w/ Fire pit

A log cabin with a snow-covered roof, a wooden door, and a window.

Bears Den Cabin - 2 BR Lakeview w/ Fire pit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ely

When you stay at Silver Rapids Lodge in Ely, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Superior National Forest and White Iron Lake. .This beach lodge is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Farm Lake and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Garden Lake.
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What's nearby

  • White Iron Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Farm Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • International Wolf Center - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • North American Bear Center - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Eagles Nest Lake Number Three - 26 min drive - 23.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hibbing, MN (HIB-Chisholm-Hibbing) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Brewpub & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Antlers Lounge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Frisky Otter - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Northern Grounds - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Silver Rapids Lodge

Silver Rapids Lodge offers 26 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 26 guestrooms. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this lodge include gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include ATM/banking services and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rusty Cup - Onsite bar. Open select days.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Rusty Cup

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Rowing/canoeing

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from July 15 2026 to July 19 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Silver Rapids Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 206 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes. Would visit again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay close to town. Staff was very friendly and nice view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay. Very affordable and really convenient if you are planning a trip to the BWCA
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

manoj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay close to the nature
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property has been undergoing renovations and is very nice. Great location enjoyed our stay here very much
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Breanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect little getaway for the fall. Not too far out of town from everything, quiet and beautiful being on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and nice and warm with the temperature outside and as 30’s. Nicely located and the view of the lake is as amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved this cute stay! Great views and entertainment offered as well
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ERIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The access to lakes is good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Last minute change to our original plans and now we are planning another trip just to come back here!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The setting was lovely and it was wonderful to have a balcony and kitchenette and especially a small FULL size refrigerator/freezer. Staff very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed the music at the restaurant. Lived sitting on porch overlooking the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Scenic and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and convenient location before our BWCA trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accommodations overlooking the lake. Quiet and serene. Clean and neat.....fluffy towels!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that we were right on the lake, only separated by beautiful old growth red and white pine. The room we stayed in was newly redone and looked great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great traditional lake resort in between two nice lakes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute lodge! Very
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful & courteous staff. Newly renovated motel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a classic, old north-woods resort. The room was very clean, well equipped with new appliances, furniture, paint and flooring. The scenery is gorgeous and lots of places to hike. There are lots of families with dogs, good parking and Ely has fun things to do. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and quiet, older and well used but worth the stay. Beautiful lake view and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Thought we rented a cabin- ended up in one of their “ motel rooms”. Scenery was great, atmosphere was quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surprising Hidden Gem. Reasonable rates and lovely views. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025