Enjoy lakeside cabins with A/C at Vacationer's Inn, a 4.7-rated resort hotel near Alexandria, MN. Relax on the beach, explore nearby museums, and hike local trails.
Guests highlight the well-maintained cabins and beach, appreciating the relaxing atmosphere and attentive, family-run management. The location offers tranquility close to local attractions and outdoor activities.
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Vacationer's Inn is a lakeside resort offering basic cabins equipped with air conditioning. Located on Lake Cowdrey in Alexandria, Minnesota, this casual property provides a quiet setting with access to a beach featuring a floating trampoline and a game room. The cabins are described as clean and moderately sized, suitable for those seeking a straightforward lakeside experience.
The resort benefits from its proximity to the Central Lakes hiking trail and is just over 4 miles from Alexandria Municipal Airport, making it an accessible option for visitors. Guests appreciate the well-maintained beach area and the attentive management, with specific mention of efforts to keep the beach clean and comfortable. While Wi-Fi is available, its strength may vary and guests are advised to bring their own towels and any special kitchen utensils for their stay.
Nearby attractions include Carlos Creek Winery, the Runestone Museum Foundation with exhibits on Nordic and Native American history, and the Legacy of The Lakes Museum showcasing classic boats and gardens. These provide opportunities for cultural and recreational activities outside the resort. The setting is particularly appealing to families or groups looking for a relaxed retreat close to nature and local points of interest.
Guest reviews highlight Vacationer's Inn as a family-friendly spot with soft beds, adequate amenities for a vacation rental, and a welcoming atmosphere. Some feedback notes the limited amenities when compared to larger resorts, underscoring the property’s simple, no-frills style. Overall, it suits travelers seeking a peaceful lakeside stay with essential comforts rather than luxury accommodations.
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My family, and extended, rent out almost the whole resort for one week a year. We love going there. The beach is nice and clean, Steve the owner is very good about cleaning the beach of seaweed. There is a bike path near the resort. If you have other questions feel free to contact me.
A resort close to Alexandria MN. Multiple cabins rented simultaneously. The cabins are clean, sized normally, and provisioned normally for this type of vacation rental (minimally - bring your own towels and any special kitchen utensils). Amenities not usually found at lake resorts that Vacationer's Inn has: great soft beds, wifi via repeaters (okay depending on strength of your card - 1mb downloads), 5 minutes to a medium sized town, only 2 hours outside of Minneapolis. Lack of amenities usually present: not woodsy, no/minimal indoor communal space.
Been vacationing here for over 30 years. Small family-owned resort on a beautiful chain of lakes
Great facilities and wonderful management. Nice place for families to get together for a week.
Easily accessible but still feels quiet and removed. Right on the water. Great fishing!
Lived here for 2 years while attending alex tech, is a great place very relaxing and on a great lake, steve the owner is a great guy and very friendly as well couldn't have asked for a better place.
Well kept cabins right on Lake cowdry, all the amenities.
Overlooking Lake Cowdrey, this casual resort sits along the Central Lakes hiking trail, 4.5 miles from Alexandria Municipal Airport.
Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Minnesota. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.
190 reviews 206 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN 56308, United States
591 reviews 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN 56308, United States
204 reviews 205 3rd Ave W, Alexandria, MN 56308, United States
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