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Star of The Lakes

2.0 star property
Motel in Detroit Lakes with free parking

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Interior entrance
Luxury Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Deluxe Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Explore the area

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400 Morrow Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN, 56501
  • Place, Historic Holmes Theater
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Detroit Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Detroit Lake Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Detroit Lakes

Star of The Lakes is a short stroll from Becker County Museum and Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center. The 36 rooms at this motel include microwaves, coffee makers, and LED TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Historic Holmes Theater - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Essentia Health St. Mary's-Detroit Lakes - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Detroit Lake - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Detroit Lake Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Detroit Lakes Station - 15 min walk
  • Hector Intl. Airport (FAR) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brygge Taps & Tastes - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Star of The Lakes

Motel in Detroit Lakes with free parking
Guests staying at Star of The Lakes enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and a TV in a common area. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. This motel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds sport pillow menus and down comforters, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Star of The Lakes Motel
Star of The Lakes Detroit Lakes
Star of The Lakes Motel Detroit Lakes

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Star of The Lakes?

Star of The Lakes provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Star of The Lakes?

This motel is located in Detroit Lakes, a short 14-minute walk from Historic Holmes Theater and also 12 minutes on foot from Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center. You'll also find Detroit Lake Beach and Detroit Lake within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Star of The Lakes?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Star of The Lakes include a casino on the premises?

No, Star of The Lakes doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Star of The Lakes?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Star of The Lakes?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and a rainfall showerhead as well as a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Star of The Lakes?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel feature private indoor spa tubs.

Does Star of The Lakes have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Star of The Lakes doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Star of The Lakes allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Star of The Lakes.

Are there connecting rooms at Star of The Lakes?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Star of The Lakes?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Star of The Lakes.

Reviews

Star of The Lakes Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 187 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice decent place. Staff is nice as well. Clean and affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kurian

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
The air conditioner in the room was going off and on all night, not letting me sleep peacefully
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was good, very few amenities, but very comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Traci

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

Great value

The place could use a bit of an update but it was clean, quiet and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and personable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Friendly staff

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel itself was kind of run down and...damp? It wasn't the nicest place to stay but not bad for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Maggie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

David, Shoreview

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
If I was on my own and just needed a cheap bed for 1 night, it'd be fine. But for my wife and I for 2 nights... not good. We checked out early. Some rooms have permanent residents; very worn, no breakfast, luke warm shower water, bed meh, etc. Staff nice and polite though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kraig

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brandi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite place to lay your head as your passing through
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Don't stay here

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Trudi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The price was great! The staff friendly and clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond, Hatton

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location iss good, good value, good beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Not
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, exactly as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Close to alot of attractions with a price that even the poor folks can get out of town. Took awhile to check in as they didnt know how to do an expedia room rental. Also someone came in our room late (no chain on the door) flipped on the lights but then realized we were in there. Our key cards didnt work the next day so unsure of what was going on but scary nonetheless.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They had a hard time finding my reservation but thankfully the staff was very kind about it. They have me the wrong suite and told me that the one I booked was already taken. But the suite they gave me wasn't bad it was spacious and nice. But when taking a shower the bath filled up. But other than that it was nice because the beds are so comfy!!! So it was worth it!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ellie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to down town and beach and resturants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kristine

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would choose somewhere else

Got there 20 minutes early. They told us they didn’t have any rooms available to come back sometime after four then as we are leaving, told us they had a room. Person at front desk could not give me a receipt stood there for five minutes, staring at the screen and wouldn’t ask anybody for help even after I asked her to because I needed a receipt so left without a receipt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Celicia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025