Big Sandy Lodge and Resort

McGregor beachfront hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Big Sandy Lodge and Resort offers a private beach where you can relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Mississippi River. The indoor pool provides fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a hot tub and a sauna. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Sauna
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Hot tub
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hiking/biking trails

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Free self parking
  • Indoor swimming pools
  • Children's books

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Bathroom
Standard Double Room | Free WiFi
Standard Double Room | Free WiFi
Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Bathroom
Standard Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi
Standard Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi
Standard Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Bathroom
Standard Room | Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Bathroom

Standard Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Bathroom
Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Bathroom

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Bathroom
Free WiFi
Bathroom
Free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Bathroom
Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Bathroom
Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Free WiFi

Family Studio

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
20534 487th St, McGregor, MN, 55760

What's nearby

  • Big Sandy Lake - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Minnesota National Golf Course - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Island Lake - 17 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Loon Lake - 21 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Kettle River - 53 min drive - 60.2 km

Getting around

  • Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Last Chance Pub N Grub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bann's Bar and Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zorbaz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Round Lake Resort - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Big Sandy Lodge & Resort - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Big Sandy Lodge and Resort

Big Sandy Lodge and Resort offers a private beach where you can relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Mississippi River. The indoor pool provides fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a hot tub and a sauna. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 20 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

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

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 10:00 AM–noon
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Children's books

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Highchair

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Special features

Dining

Bear's Den - Onsite restaurant.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: 4 percent of room rate

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 25 for adults, and USD 10 to 25 for children

Policies

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: American Express

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Big Sandy Lodge and Resort and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Big Sandy Lodge and Resort also has a private beach and a sauna.

Are there restaurants at or near Big Sandy Lodge and Resort?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Bear's Den.

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Big Sandy Lodge and Resort Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The Big Sandy Resort located right on the lake with a great view. We stayed here for one night and Ashley at the front desk, who was personable and helpful, made it a really good experience.
Tatyana, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was Great. Easy going , Bar, food and accommodations all were great. Everyone was happy with the which is very important to us! My Kids had fun and enjoyed themselves .
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a hidden gem that’s a little off the beaten path. I was looking for a last minute place to stay near Rice Lake wildlife refuge and a room was available. The lodge room was above the bar, and we took advantage of the bar and then the pool area, so there was never a noice issue. The pool area was one of the cleanest I think I’ve ever seen. All the staff from the front desk to the bar was super friendly and helpful
Angella, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

AMY, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Rebecca, 1-night trip