Hotel Donaldson

2.0 star property
Hotel with a steam room, near North Dakota State University

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Deluxe Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
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Executive Penthouse | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
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Executive Penthouse | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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101 Broadway N, Fargo, ND, 58102
  • Place, Fargo Civic Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Plains Art Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanford Medical Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fargo, ND (FAR-Hector Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1000 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Single Room

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Fargo

Located in Downtown Fargo, Hotel Donaldson is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Fargo Civic Center and Plains Art Museum. This 17-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Fargo Civic Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Plains Art Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Island Park Pool - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sanford Medical Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • North Dakota State University - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Fargo Station - 7 min walk
  • Hector Intl. Airport (FAR) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Broadway - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ishtar Mediterranean Cuisine - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pounds - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪VFW - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tea & Crepe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Donaldson

Hotel with a steam room, near North Dakota State University
Hotel Donaldson offers a 24-hour gym, a steam room, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free offsite parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and concierge services. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, coffee/tea in a common area, and local meal delivery service.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and Smart TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have slippers and bathrobes. Sitting areas, safes, and phones are also standard. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a steam room and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (28 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 35 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

Hotel Donaldson Hotel
Hotel Donaldson Fargo
Hotel Donaldson Hotel Fargo

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Donaldson?

Hotel Donaldson provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Donaldson?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Donaldson on Jan 4, 2026 start from $160.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of Hotel Donaldson?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Fargo, just steps from Fargo Civic Center and Fargo Theatre, and within a short walk of Plains Art Museum. You'll also find Island Park Pool and Prairiewood Golf Course less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Donaldson?

Yes, covered valet parking is offered for USD 20 per day with in/out privileges.

Does Hotel Donaldson include a casino?

No, Hotel Donaldson doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Donaldson?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Donaldson good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does Hotel Donaldson have a hot tub?

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

Does Hotel Donaldson feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel Donaldson doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hotel Donaldson allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel Donaldson for a fee of USD 35 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Donaldson?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Donaldson?

The closest major airport to Hotel Donaldson is Hector Intl. Airport (FAR), which is 4.2 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Donaldson?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Donaldson.

Hotel Donaldson Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 230 out of 256 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 256 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 256 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 256 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 256 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a gem. Very clean, great location, wonderful staff and the bed was incredibly comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool refurbished building with large, airy, comfortable room. Excellent bar/restaurant on first floor of building, great burger and beers place right across the street. There are other nice restaurants within a block, great coffee shop a few doors down. Parking was off site in a public garage a block away (seemed safe and cost $9 for the night). Near a nice riverside park for walking or biking. The price is a great value compared to the usual chain hotels. The street by the hotel is fairly busy/noisy. The area around the hotel has a fair amount of unhoused individuals, but did not feel unsafe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Bathroom shower would not drain so water was on the floor with some mold
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Greg

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Fergus Falls

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond. We just had a fabulous time. The room was amazing with the biggest tv I’ve ever seen in a hotel room. It’s a smaller, intimate hotel with a great location downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very fun hotel with excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garold, Williston 58801

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

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

Unique, fun boutique hotel

Interesting, unique property in historic building. High ceilings and comfortable furnishings. Nice fun touches like turndown service and music from local musicians playing on the room's stereo upon retuen in the evening. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location to party and sleep in comfort!

This hotel has the best location! The rooftop bar is an ultimate bar!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolanta, Las Vegas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICK s

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay in Fargo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple luxury- cloud-like bed, and last century charm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A Hidden Gem with Style and Personality This boutique hotel is truly a hidden gem—elegant, welcoming, and full of thoughtful touches that made my stay memorable. I’m so glad I found it. The hotel has a cozy, urban feel. I stayed on the second floor and could hear both the street noise and occasional footsteps from the room above—very reminiscent of NYC apartment living. If you're a light sleeper, I’d recommend bringing earplugs. My room was directly above the Blarney Stone Bar, which could be an issue on a loud night, though luckily it was quiet during my stay. The room was beautifully appointed with one of the best-stocked mini bars I’ve seen. The Fiji water was a nice touch, and you can even order food from the pub downstairs for room service. Make sure you're familiar with central air systems; I’m used to window units, and mine kept switching to energy-saving mode during the night, which was a bit tricky to manage. Security is solid—the door has a deadbolt (though no latch), and the elevator requires a key card. I appreciated the added sense of safety. One of my favorite parts was the complimentary wine and cheese hour—a great chance to unwind and meet fellow guests. The staff was friendly and attentive throughout my stay, making everything feel personalized and high-end. This place fills up quickly, even midweek, so I’d suggest booking early. Overall, the hotel blends style, comfort, and charm with five-star service. I’d absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ira

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel has great character and charm. The staff was friendly and advised us of the amenities which are really thoughtful. The room is spacious, modern and charming. Just really enjoyed walking to the restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

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

8/10 Good

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Some wall outlets are old and lose. Need replacement. Daytime hours for rooftop would be nice. Parking could be better.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Large room with comfy bed. We felt very well attended to. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the BEST hotels I have ever stayed at!!!!!!! Would come back to Fargo just to stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

kathy

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Not a hotel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025