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Bears Den Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Bruno with free parking

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Interior
Front of property
Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
72-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, heated floors
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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4582 Main St, Bruno, MN, 55712
  • Place, Kettle River
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Banning State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Federal Correctional Institution, Sandstone
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 336 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Bruno

Bears Den Motel is located 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Banning State Park and 11 mi (17.7 km) from Kettle River. This 6-room motel has conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Kettle River - 21 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Banning State Park - 21 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Moose Lake State Park - 33 min drive - 23.2 miles
  • Federal Correctional Institution, Sandstone - 34 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Grand Casino Hinckley - 44 min drive - 33.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Bear's Den - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪North Pine Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rocky Road to Tartarus Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lobo's Den - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Rack Shack - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Bears Den Motel

Motel in Bruno with free parking
Built in 2023, the brand new Bears Den Motel offers laundry facilities, an ATM, and a convenience store. Free parking is available if you drive.
72-inch Smart TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include kitchenettes, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Bears Den

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2023
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 72-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heated floor
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Bears Den Motel Motel
Bears Den Motel Bruno
Bears Den Motel Motel Bruno

Frequently asked questions

Is there parking available at Bears Den Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Bears Den Motel have a casino at the property?

No, Bears Den Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bears Den Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Bears Den Motel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this motel include a kitchenette, premium bedding, and a smart TV.

Does Bears Den Motel have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Bears Den Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Bears Den Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Bears Den Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Bears Den Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Bears Den Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bears Den Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Bears Den Motel.

Bears Den Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

1st Stay

Was a good stay. Bought a fly swatter and left it there as there were a few flies.... it is fly season tho. Walls were thin... turned off tv and could hear neighbors talking. I wondered if our tv was loud for them then. Dish towels or wash cloths would be good for kitchenette... Coffee leaked and had to use a white bathroom wash cloth. Overall I enjoyed my stay there. I'd stay again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cyndi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great room . Very nice new set up. Everything we needed. Bed, mattress a little different then we were used to.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

josh

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Lacy

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I ended up leaving about 3 hours after checking in. While it was decently clean, that was not enough of a selling point to make up for the incredibly thin walls, no carpeting or rugs in the room so wearing shoes the whole time was basically required, a refrigerator that wasn't turned on (that also leaked a puddle of water all over the floor from whomever last turned it off), a microwave that didn't not heat food at all when I attempted to use it (which also kept shorting itself on and off when I wasn't using it), shower water that smelled like rusty pond water, and cigarrette butts all over the ground in the parking area despite the binder in the room saying not to litter and be courteous enough to step away from the building while smoking. At the very least, I have minimum expectations of clean water, working appliances, and clean bedding... so atleast the bedding was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Big room

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was really good really clean and easy to check in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Great place to stay. Loved the simple industrial decor. Easy check in and out. Close to Nemadji state forest. Perfect place to stay for ATV riding in Nemadji!! Thanks Bears Den for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey Michael

They didn’t have a room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable and clean. Staff was pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lawrence

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Reservation not honored

Horrible experience. I booked a non-refundable, prepaid room weeks in advance. Four days before my booking they cancelled my reservation because Expedia supposedly overbooked. I don't know why it took them weeks to figure this out and I honestly do not believe their excuse, but things happen. Instead of cancelling the reservation with Hotels.com and refunding me, they asked me to cancel with Hotels.com. This makes no sense and I told them so. My guess is that they don't want to be penalized so they want me to cancel a reservation that they already cancelled. Take a pass on this place. They don't care about honoring reservations or taking responsibility.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Place to stay next to restaurant bar

Newer motel, next to restaurant, bar and store. Cement floors, kinda cold, firm beds, checkin for room is at the bar. Overall good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Business traveler, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accomodations were excellent! But the walls were thin, and the visitor in the next room yelled and cried at times, and could easily be heard, which excited our dog and he barked in response, causing the visito to yell back at him. So I slept in my car with the dog for the first part of the night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Blane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Insane drunk neighbor.

The place is new, clean and comfortable. However, the hotel allows long term guests with substance abuse/mental health issues. It's the first time I've ever been scared staying somewhere. Our neighbor was repeatedly screaming at himself, us or am imaginary person * f*** you" and other moans and crazy noises we could hear through the wall. We contacted the owner who came over. It became quieter but there was still weird noises (grunts and sobbing) and it sounded like he was moving furniture around. When we spoke to the owner he said "oh, hes been here for a while and gets drunk sometimes.". Worst hotel experience of my life. I could go on with more details but thats enough to give you the idea.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Faith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like to use some design with the plumbing pipes. The only thing is the bed do not need to be that close to the wall they needed to build a table on the second side of the bed or an outlet is.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Need bedding for pullout couch and 4 bath towels.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little Gem in Bruno

We were in town for a wedding and found this little gem. We had a fantastic stay- the motel is very clean and comfortable, and the staff was so kind. It felt like a ritzy Schitt’s Creek experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel is really new and in excellent shape. Our unit was clean and well designed for optimal enjoyment. Having a proper dining table was unexpected and appreciated. The staff were friendly and super helpful. This stay at Bears Den was an absolutely well priced deal compared to properties within an hour drive and we were pleasantly surprised that this motel reads more like a mid-priced hotel in terms of living space. The only recommendation would be that the motel add paper towels to their kitchen area, so we arent using white hotel towels for spills. We chose this location to stay at after seeing a show at Black Bear Casino, and it wasn't too far and saved us a few hundred dollars. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little motel

Very nice room with large TV, mini refer, microwave. Would definitely stay there again if we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024