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GG Barnum Mansion

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel within easy reach of University of Minnesota Duluth

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At GG Barnum Mansion, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Superior. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (1)

  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Free self parking
  • Mini-fridge
The current price is CNY626
CNY1,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17

Room options

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Jay Cooke Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Jay Cooke Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Barnum Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Barnum Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pilot House Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Pilot House Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Captain's Quarters Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Captain's Quarters Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite. | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite.

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Creekside Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Creekside Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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General Mills Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

General Mills Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Veranda Suite | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Veranda Suite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2211 E 3rd St, Duluth, MN, 55812

What's nearby

  • University of Minnesota Duluth - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St. Luke's Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lakewalk - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Glensheen Historic Estate - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • College of St. Scholastica - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wired Whiskers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burrito Union - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Alakef Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min drive

About this property

GG Barnum Mansion

At GG Barnum Mansion, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Superior. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (15 years old and younger) not allowed
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Library

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 48-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.

Also known as

GG Barnum Mansion Hotel
GG Barnum Mansion Duluth
GG Barnum Mansion Hotel Duluth

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at GG Barnum Mansion?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at GG Barnum Mansion?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at GG Barnum Mansion?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at GG Barnum Mansion?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Fond-du-Luth Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at GG Barnum Mansion and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for hiking.

What's the area around GG Barnum Mansion like?

GG Barnum Mansion is located by the river in Endion, a short 14-minute walk from University of Minnesota Duluth and 20 minutes' walk from Chester Park.

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Reviews

GG Barnum Mansion Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Freshly baked pastries and made-to-order coffee were a delicious bonus for guests. (5 reviews)
  • The hot tub was excellent and provided a relaxing experience. (3 reviews)
  • The property offers a relaxing experience with excellent hot tub, jacuzzi tub, and outdoor sauna. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Bed
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Shower
Service staff
Historical
Breakfast
Bathroom
Coffee
Building

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Instructions for check-in were very clear, loved my room and the view from the balcony and the sauna. I don't think I saw another person while I was there which I loved! Would stay again
Anna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, dead end street with no traffic.
Barbara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful comfortable home with a beautiful comfortable room. Would stay there again without hesitation.
Rebecca, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just like I like it!

Beautiful spot, quiet and clean.
JEREMY, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked the property, clean and quiet.
Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very quiet and very comfortable.
marcia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good stay

Classic old house, beautiful woodwork, the heat system works really well. Beautiful views.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place, Have been there before, Booked on the day of arrival, so understand that coffee, popcorn ... isn't stocked. But, couldn't get the ceiling light switch to work. Nice sauna. May have tried it if I hadn't arrived so late. Looking forward to you planting the grounds. Love the sound of the creek.
Connie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed for a long weekend and found the property beautiful, quiet and clean. There wasn’t really staff around but that was okay because everything seemed to be taken care of behind the scenes. The location was conveniently close to canal park and was simply beautiful. Definitely be staying there again.
Brandi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Not your typical sterile hotel room. Felt cozy, yet pampered in a beautiful spacious room in a mansion in old Duluth. Loved the area full of beautiful old homes. Tastefully decorated, bed very comfortable! Loved the new shower too.
Penelope, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room

We had a wonderful stay at the GG Barnum Mansion in the Jay Cooke suite. The room was large and the bed was ver comfortable. The large shower was a dream we appreciated the little extra touches, like information about restaurants, filled ice cube trays, water bottles and although we didn’t use it—there was even a bag of microwave popcorn for us! I would highly recommend a stay here if you’re in Duluth.
Nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Almost everything about our stay was perfect. Our room as well as common areas were beautiful. The only struggle was the potential of having a cold shower if the hot water was out.

10/10 Exceptional

video 📸 review 📷 can be found on my website toured the whole place when emptyish checked out the updates and maintenance procedures inspected features not standard in the past as well as now standard options enjoyed the different weather options and Will use their website next time 💕
Snow, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice book shelf to choose from. Enjoyed the sound of the creek at the property edge. Hadn't had gratis microwave popcorn in ages. Fun!
Connie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I took a solo trip to Duluth and can't say enough wonderful things about this property! Even though it was located in town, the property has the feel of being outside the city; quiet and beautiful. I drove to Duluth so it was convenient for me but walking to things might be a little far. I also appreciated the welcome message that told me exactly what was provided in my room. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a getaway!
Michelle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Superior Suite was beautiful! Some reviews mentioned breakfast but that is incorrect, The website was correct in that it served pastries and those cannot be considered breakfast. This was my only complaint but overall the mansion was very well maintained and very tastefully decorated. Would recommend this place.
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, quiet, safe, and unique. Outdoor balcony was lovely as well as the room and entire mansion. Only recommendation is to vacuum the stairs since we are asked to remove shoes. Great experience and would like to stay again for even longer.Thank you. Grateful to find this.
Cynthia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Weekend Getaway

This is a beautiful property. Our suite was gorgeously-appointed, clean, well-organized and comfortable. The area in which the house is located is quiet and very easy to access from downtown Duluth…mere minutes from anything! While there is no front desk and we didn’t see or interact with the staff, we felt their presence in the details—welcome email and text with context info, morning coffee and pastries, a basket of umbrellas at the front door (much needed last weekend!)…this is a property I would stay in again and recommend to friends.
The Jay Cooke Suite was perfect for us.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We were there at 4 pm. We had an early morning procedure. There was construction noise and loud boots upstairs until midnight.
Jess, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property is beautiful in a nice walking neighborhood. The house is amazing. Our room was nice with a comfortable bed and two cushy chairs for reading. Also had access to a rooftop seating area. Sadly, the bathroom looked very run down.The jetted tub didn’t work.The motor came on but it wouldn’t move the water. The drinking glasses were very water stained. In such a love place, that is something that is disappointing. Don’t count on breakfast if you plan to relax and sleep in. We got downstairs at 8 a.m. and there were 2 pieces of what looked like banana bread left. Not a big deal, we just went to a restaurant to eat. I would stay there again but choose a different room.
Mary Jo, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location was very good. The size of the room was great in the Veranda Suite and was nicely supplied and very clean inside the room. The house was easily accessible by car. It was easy to enter the house and room using the codes. The place was very safe. We didn’t not hear noise from the other rooms and I believe the house was full. I could not get the Samsung cooling system to work with the remote control such as turning the fan on and off or turning the unit off. The TV was somewhat confusing in not know what was available. Either do the pastries up good or nothing at all. What was there was really unacceptable. Everything else was spot on and very comfortable.
David, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Jay Cooke Suite

The check-in instructions were not sent until an hour before we were booked to check-in. We were told the instructions would be sent at 2pm by one of the staff at GG Mansion, and they weren't sent until 3:10 pm for a 4:00 check-in. The instructions to get to our room were missing. The communication was poor. The room was nice, however trying to sleep with an air conditioner that didn't work on 65 degrees which made our room feel like it was 80 degrees, and made a flapping noise every 3-4 seconds was very difficult. The Jay Cooke room is not a suite to rent if you want to get rest or stay cool. My husband and I are very disappointed with our stay.
Dominique, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The mansion was lovely and in a beautiful neighborhood. Location made it easy to visit family and friends. However, I would not choose to stay at this location again for a few different reasons. First, when we arrived it was about 10 PM and it was positively pitch dark in the hallway in front of our room. So much so that we had to use flashlights in order to put in the code to get into our room. This felt extremely unwelcoming. Then when we got in the room, we discovered that the bathroom was actually a Butler’s pantry that has been converted. The toilet was tucked under the pantry in such a way that you might hit your head and the sink was on the Butler’s counter with no mirror or good lighting in order to shave or apply make up. In addition, the beautiful shower that has been added does not close properly and thus water leaks out onto the floor. The breakfast pastries were not worth eating and there were several mistakes in the welcome book and directions (it is on the right- not the left) that made me feel this place isn’t all that well cared for. It wasn’t worth the money.
Carrie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place. Loved the peace and quiet and the cozy room. The wine glasses and opener were a perfect added touch
Ryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Barnum Mansion Review

Staff was very responsive through a couple bumps in the road. I highly recommend this property it was beautiful and the location was peaceful.
Joanna, 2-night trip