Chill Inn Lanesboro to Refresh Winter 2024

Add on a box of truffles to make your stay sweeter at Root River Inn & Suites

Take a break from life at our Lanesboro lodging this winter. Climb into a winter postcard and explore the area full of the stunning scenery of Bluff Country and the Root River. Let our at our Lanesboro hotel be the destination for your personal retreat this winter. Book your stay with us today!

RECONNECT… AT OUR Downtown LANESBORO HOTEL

A reconnection with a good friend or the one you love is sure to be an enjoyable experience! We offer an atmosphere of a true getaway, where your only responsibility is to relax and reconnect. The picturesque town, our pleasant guest rooms, the physical characteristics of the historic building - all combine together to create an enjoyable winter getaway. Here are 8 reasons to revisit Lanesboro this winter!

  1. Picture perfect winter photo ops. Get out an explore with your camera and get a fresh perspective on winter beauty. The Lanesboro waterfall, bluffs, metal bridge, and historic downtown all take on a different wardrobe in winter.

  2. As midwesterners, we’re not scared of winter, there are many ways to enjoy it here. Come enjoy some time outdoors, rent a kicksled or snowshoes to get out in the snow. Lanesboro has a citywide snow art challenge, open to guests too. Bring your own cross country skis and enjoy ski up accommodations. We’re right on the trail.

  3. Dine with your Valentine @ Junipers serving a curated, 3 course Prix Fixe all about love and indulgence along the stunning root river on Feb 11th. Cost per person is $75 Make your reservations @ Junipersreservations@gmail.com

  4. Enjoy an event at Root River 102. They have an escape room in January, professional comedy in Feb, a St. Patricks Day Party in March and a Speak Easy Party in April.

  5. Especially cozy during the winter months when there is a chill in the air, it’s nice to spend time indoors, but at home all the “need to dos” keep calling. Take time off and enjoy a pint and a game at Sylvan Brewing or High Court Pub, both just down the street.

  6. Fishing is still going on here in the winter. Set up ice fishing on Bass Pond or sign up for the ice fishing tournament Feb 18th or go trout fishing. Visit Root River Rod Co. to stay in the loop with everything fishing.

  7. Recreate indoors with Pickleball. We’re right by the community center which hosts free pickleball up to 5 times a week. It’s all free including equipment.

  8. Spend time at Eagle Bluff. You might have known this bluff country nature retreat offers miles of trails for a snowy hike but did you know they host winter events of moonlit snowshoeing (Feb 4th & March 4th), maple syruping, and indoor rockclimbing. They have 3 upcoming Dinners on the Bluff featuring interesting speakers on outdoor and conservation topics. Tickets are only $35.

Where to Stay

Our modern and recently remodeled guest suites offer a refreshing indoor experience for you at our Lanesboro lodging. Cozy up with a book in your living room or enjoy some wine and chocolates. Take time away to work on that book idea, think & pray, or catch up with a friend. We offer discounted weekly rates if you need time to decompress.

For winter we recommend Rushford suite or Chosen Valley Suite. Rushford has in floor heat to keep you cozy and comfortable and lots of windows so you can watch the snow and birds. It’s right on parking lot level so you have easy access to your car.

If you are looking for a even more space, Chosen Valley Suite may be what you need. This spacious suite is uniquely positioned right on main street. It’s been grandfathered in as accomodations right off the sidewalk, making it the most convenient place to stay for walking town. Both suites have a fully-equipped kitchen so you can stay in for the night and create a delicious meal or take a quick stroll to Pedal Pushers or Clara’s Eatery.

The Perfect winter getaway at a Minnesota Boutique hotel

The historical exterior of our Minnesota inn makes this the unique amongst Lanesboro lodging. It exudes a time period rewind that will remind you of a slower, simpler time, yet it unfolds a clean and modern interior to satiate the style of all guests. The hotel is named for the direct access that you have to the Root River system, just across the street. The exterior has its original architecture of this 1888 building that was originally the home of Lanesboro’s 1st Mayor.

Our Lanesboro hotel is the perfect winter escape to celebrate a special occasion like an anniversary or just enjoy some quiet time away. Our beautiful accommodations stand out as a place for relaxation and recreation. The winter can be a particularly challenging time of year, so why not get a change of pace and scenery to a beautiful place where you can mentally regroup. - book your stay with us today! We hope to see you soon for some R&R - Rest and Recreation!