We got one of the Star Tribune "STeals" coupons, so we only spent about $65/night -- which at that price made our stay an exceptionally good deal...really nice pool and sauna. We had a jacuzzi suite -- everything was clean and well maintained.
The rooms all have kind of a cabin theme -- knotty pine doors and funiture that looks like it was made from tree branches. It has a very comfortable, warm atmosphere. There are fire pits out back you can use (a sign reminds guests to return the lighter to the front desk, which I thought was awesome). If you're looking for a luxurious hotel, this probably isn't for you...but it does have kind of a family-run resort feel to it.
There's no bar or restaurant in the hotel, but there are a lot of them within walking distance, even more if you're willing to drive 3 or 4 miles. Crosslake has developed a nice little town square shopping mall that's nearby in case you're looking to shop.
The only negative is that the walls are a bit thin. There was a scrapbooking convention while we were there -- not exactly party all night types, but we could hear people walking around and coming in and out of the front door of the hotel (which our suite was adjacent to).
All in all, it was a great, restful and enjoyable stay!
- Whitefish Hotel Crosslake
