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A spacious cafe with large windows, wooden tables, and a stone wall.

A spacious lobby with a modern interior, featuring a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee table with books, and large windows offering a view of the street outside.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a bar counter, and hanging lights.

A lobby with stone walls, a fireplace, seating areas, and a bar.

1. Lora

3.1 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Leanne

S$220

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A view through a window of a parking lot with a building in the background.

A formal living room with a checkered floor, a fireplace, and a large vase with flowers.

A white double door with two wreaths, a statue, and Christmas lights.

A restaurant with a checkered floor, red curtains, and chandeliers. Tables are set with white tablecloths and red napkins.

2. Lowell Inn

2.9 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Joshua

S$205

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a bridge.

A bar with Guinness and Harp beer signs, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, a lamp, and a city view.

A brick building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a Christmas tree.

3. Water Street Inn

2.9 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

patricia

S$169

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television.

A Hampton Inn Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a covered entrance.

An indoor pool with no diving signs, a lifeguard chair, and a pool lift.

A hotel lobby with a stone wall, a bench, a reception desk, and a bar area.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Hudson

14.7 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Louis

S$158

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Comfort Suites hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a yellow ottoman.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue and white striped carpet, a large window with a view of the outside, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a seating area with a blue sofa and a yellow armchair.

A spacious living area with a blue sofa, a coffee table, and a stone accent wall.

5. Comfort Suites Hudson I-94

14.8 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Rebecca

S$142

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a sign above the desk that says "Royal Inn Welcome".

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a sign for Royal Inn.

A Royal Inn motel with a clear entrance sign and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a desk, a telephone, a lamp, and a television displaying a welcome message.

6. Royal Inn - Hudson I-94 (Self Check-In)

13.8 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Tom Van

S$103

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a covered entrance.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a diving board, and a few lounge chairs.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hudson I-94 by IHG

13.6 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Marla

S$170

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A restaurant with a stone facade and a red entrance.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

An outdoor patio with seating, umbrellas, and a stone fireplace.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a high ceiling with exposed beams, and a chandelier.

8. Best Western Plus White Bear Country Inn

16.7 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Betsy

S$134

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a couch, and a large window with curtains.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a signboard.

A swimming pool area with a lifeguard stand, chairs, and spa rules sign.

A reception desk with a modern design, a framed artwork on the wall, and a small table with decorative items.

9. Comfort Inn Saint Paul East

18.2 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Song

S$124

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Sheraton hotel with a central fountain, large windows, and a brick facade.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a modern design.

An outdoor dining area with tables, chairs, and umbrellas, surrounded by brick walls and potted plants.

A hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and a fireplace.

10. Sheraton St. Paul Woodbury Hotel

20.3 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Daniel

S$166

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A courtyard with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a brick building in the background.

A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a patterned carpet.

A modern lounge area with comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a large TV screen.

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor and walls, equipped with multiple changing rooms and seating areas.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott St. Paul Woodbury

18.5 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Sara

S$192

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, green chairs, and a curved bar area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view.

A lobby with stone walls, a reception desk, two framed artworks, and a round coffee table with decorative items.

A spacious indoor pool area with multiple lounge chairs and tables, large windows, and a high ceiling.

12. Ironwood Lodge, Lake Elmo, Series by Marriott

18 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Angela

S$186

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered lobby, multiple floors, and a prominent 'La Quinta' sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

An indoor water slide with a transparent tube and an orange slide, surrounded by a pool area with a tiled floor and a few chairs.

A reception area with a large 'WOODBURY' sign on the wall, a staircase, and two reception desks.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham St. Paul-Woodbury

20.2 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Jackson

S$147

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet setup with various food items and a beverage station.

A modern hotel with a brick facade, multiple parking spaces, and a welcoming entrance.

A snack and drink kiosk with shelves stocked with various snacks and a refrigerated drink dispenser.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a patterned rug, and a wall with a large 'explore.' sign.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Paul Oakdale/Woodbury

18.1 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

rich

S$132

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, green walls, and framed pictures of landscapes.

A two-story building with a red exterior and a small tower-like structure.

A compact living space with a blue armchair, a microwave, a refrigerator, wooden cabinets, and a lamp.

A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and fireplace.

15. Hudson Inn & Suites

14 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Terry

S$113

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a wine rack, and a bar area.

A sign for 'SWiRL WINE CLUB SHOP BAR' with a flower bed in front.

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, two armchairs, a small table, and a bookshelf.

16. Afton House Inn

20 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

DIANE

S$196

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, brick facade, and snow-covered surroundings.

A formal dining area with round tables, white tablecloths, and black napkins.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a mirror, and a small shelf.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small side table, a chair, and a wall-mounted artwork.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites St. Paul-Woodbury by IHG

17.3 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Denise

S$189

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, air conditioning units, and a sign reading "Best Western PLUS".

A hotel lobby with a coffee station, a snack bar, and a reception desk.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter with a coffee machine, and a sign indicating an exit.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and two framed pictures on the walls.

18. Best Western Plus Hudson I-94

14.8 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Miriam

S$130

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and blue umbrellas.

A brick building with a covered entrance and a sign for AmeriInn Motel & Suites.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a dresser, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a framed floral artwork on the wall.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, plush seating, and a ceiling fan.

19. AmericInn by Wyndham Stillwater

6.3 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Amy

S$122

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.

A room with wicker furniture, a large window, and a potted plant.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a large framed artwork, a sofa, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central seating area with tables and chairs.

20. Wingate by Wyndham St. Paul/Oakdale/Woodbury

18 km from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Blake

S$108

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lora	9.4 Exceptional 791 reviews	View
Lowell Inn	8.8 Excellent 518 reviews	View
Water Street Inn	8.2 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Hudson	9.4 Exceptional 617 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Hudson I-94	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

Top St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay. Slept good and had an enjoyable stay. Would definitely stay again."

Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent overall experience. Great location. Would stay there again if went back."

Celeste of St Paul

10/10 Excellent

"my favorite place to stay in Saint Paul. Unique, acquaint, Welk located. I’ve only had positive experiences there."

DoubleTree by Hilton St. Paul East

10/10 Excellent

"Easy and fast check in. Clean rooms and bathrooms. Large rooms."

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"For the price of the room we got this hotel exceeded my expectations by a long shot! Very nice and clean hotel. Will definitely be staying again in the future!"

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown St. Paul

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was helpful and enjoyable.. the hotel was clean, the breakfast was excellent."

Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Super clean, classy, roomy place. Such a cool old building!"

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Paul Downtown

8/10 Good

"I LIKE DUBLE TREE HOTEL"

Motel 6 Roseville, MN - Minneapolis North

10/10 Excellent

"Been going there of awhile now. Remember they have construction work to do some updates . That was not a problem for us at all. Always had very friendly staff! Rooms have been very good for the price."

Other attractions near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

A wooden bench overlooking a calm lake surrounded by trees.

St. Croix State Park

9.6/10 (60 reviews)

You can take time to visit St. Croix State Park during your travels to Stillwater. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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A bridge with two towers, a crane, and a netted area by the water.

Lowell Park

9.4/10 (101 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lowell Park, a lovely green space in Stillwater. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum

9.0/10 (46 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum during your trip to Stillwater. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Warden's House Museum

8.6/10 (28 reviews)

Find out about the history of Stillwater when you take a trip to Warden's House Museum. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Lift Bridge Brewing Company

9.4/10 (138 reviews)

You can take time to visit Lift Bridge Brewing Company during your travels to Stillwater. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Loggers Trail Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Grant at Loggers Trail Golf Course. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Long Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Lake during your travels in Stillwater. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Saint Croix Vineyards

9.0/10 (11 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Saint Croix Vineyards during your travels to Grant. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area?

St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area is located in Stillwater. Travellers like this family-friendly area for its restaurants and bars. You'll find 86 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area?

Water Street Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and a fitness centre. It's located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area. Other good options in the area include Wingate by Wyndham St. Paul/Oakdale/Woodbury and DoubleTree by Hilton St. Paul East.

How many hotels should I expect to find near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area?

Expedia has 86 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area.

What can I see and do near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area?

Explore nature at Lowell Park and Long Lake. St. Croix State Park, Saint Croix Vineyards and Lift Bridge Brewing Company are worth a stop while you're in the area. Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum, Warden's House Museum and Loggers Trail Golf Course are a few additional nearby sights.

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Our top choices for St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area hotels

1. Lora

2. Lowell Inn

3. Water Street Inn

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Hudson

5. Comfort Suites Hudson I-94

6. Royal Inn - Hudson I-94 (Self Check-In)

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hudson I-94 by IHG

8. Best Western Plus White Bear Country Inn

9. Comfort Inn Saint Paul East

10. Sheraton St. Paul Woodbury Hotel

11. Residence Inn by Marriott St. Paul Woodbury

12. Ironwood Lodge, Lake Elmo, Series by Marriott

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham St. Paul-Woodbury

14. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Paul Oakdale/Woodbury

15. Hudson Inn & Suites

16. Afton House Inn

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites St. Paul-Woodbury by IHG

18. Best Western Plus Hudson I-94

19. AmericInn by Wyndham Stillwater

20. Wingate by Wyndham St. Paul/Oakdale/Woodbury

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Top St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG

Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown

Celeste of St Paul

DoubleTree by Hilton St. Paul East

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown St. Paul

Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Paul Downtown

Motel 6 Roseville, MN - Minneapolis North

Other attractions near St. Croix Islands State Recreation Area

St. Croix State Park

Lowell Park

Stillwater Depot, Logging and Railroad Museum

Warden's House Museum

Lift Bridge Brewing Company

Loggers Trail Golf Course

Long Lake

Saint Croix Vineyards

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