Northfield Americ Inn

We stayed one night while our daughter was visiting St. Olaf. We loved the woodsy lodge style of the lobby and the staff was very friendly. The bathroom was huge and clean, great water pressure. The beds were comfortable and clean as well. The parking lot was well lit and we felt comfortable leaving our car parked there. We tried out the pool and hot tub, both areas were very clean and they brought fresh towels out when they saw us go in — very attentive. The free breakfast was very filling and fresh, the cheese omelette was great and not rubbery, fresh waffles, sausage, etc. My husband was thrilled that it was quiet.

A GREAT EXPERIENCE
We’ve now stayed at the AmericInn around 6 times over the past year. The Inn is the all about service and experience. And it starts with the GM Paul. He’s the face and the spirit of the place. He gives undivided attention to each person. He’s focused on your needs and takes the action to make it work. It’s more than just the little things like remembering each person’s name.
A quick example. We’d stayed there once on a school visit. I called to see if we could have books and things shipped from Amazon to the Inn, so we wouldn’t have to carry them on the plane. I remember Paul’s response, «I’ve been here for 13 years, and we’ve been doing it since it was an option.»
The rooms are well kept. The beds are firm and clean. Everything is clean and comfortable. My only ding is there is no elevator to the 2^nd floor, so make sure to request a first floor if you have limitations.
I have to add that we had the suite with the whirlpool last time. Like most hotels I’ve stayed in, they are actually in a corner of the room. I’ll say it was pristine.
BTW — Did I mention that Paul is outstanding and is why the AmericInn is rated at the top of TripAdvisor for Northfield.
Room Tip: There’s no elevator to the 2^nd floor, so make sure to inform the hotel if you have any limitations.

Hotel is like the other AmericInn hotels in the Midwest. But the staff sets them apart. The manager Paul McGuire goes out of his way to make sure we are taken care of. He sets the standard for others on his staff to follow.
The breakfast is typical of others in the chain. That’s the reason for four instead of five stars.