Duluth, Minnesota, set on the North Shore of the stunning Lake Superior is a great destination for those seeking insight into the culture or an adventure in the outdoors. A college city, that is the second largest city on Lake Superior, Duluth offers not only intellect but an experience. A port for vessels coming from Canada and the Atlantic Ocean, this is the best place to watch boats dock at the harbor. Get to know Duluth’s waterfront by a walk along Minnesota Point or visit the only freshwater aquarium in the United States at Great Lakes Aquarium. Whatever you decide to do in Duluth, be prepared for a beautiful experience in a unique city. Read below to see top vacation rentals in Duluth, Minnesota, to ensure your stay is exceptional.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 05, 2024.
1. Nature retreat in the city (from USD 101)
Imagine sitting by a tranquil stream as you relax in this natural retreat within an urban environment. Hosting up to four guests, with two bedrooms, you will adore this sparkling clean private accommodation. Parking on premises, free wifi, and close accessibility to the University of Minnesota Duluth, this locale is great for those visiting the campus. The owners live on the upper level of the home and have two school-aged children, so for those seeking ultimate privacy or quiet, this may not be the right place, but for families, your kids will surely have company.
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i needed an iron this time and found one in the closet which i appreciatedkitchen is very well stocked and great for making complete mealsi loved having a full kitchen and tea kettle i used it everydaythey supplied a fan in case you need oneloved the setting with a lovely creek in the backyard and cozy sitting areaCleanliness:
very clean & comfortable placethe place was clean and quietit was clean well stocked and comfortablethe space was clean quaint and quietthe place was clean and offered everything we neededHost:
hosts were very helpful and prompthost responds very quickly to questions which was greatly appreciatedwonderful host & hostess who communicate well with youstylish set up friendly hostsonly visiting duluth a handful of times having a local give me advice was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
it's close and goodwonderful area and remarkably close to the universitythis is an excellent locationthe property is pretty and in a great location (safe and close to the university)beautiful surroundings and a great location
2. A house with beautiful views of Duluth (from USD 125)
Set atop the hills of Duluth, overlooking the vast and wondrous Lake Superior, you can not get better views than at this two-person abode. Unique architecture with high ceilings, this private accommodation would be great for a romantic getaway. Just one mile (1.6 km) from downtown Duluth, you can have privacy and accessibility to the city. Clean with green products, feel at ease in this stunning home.
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the furnishings are high quality and comfortableshe offered to set up an air bed but the couch was very comfortable as was the bedthis is a great house the view of lake superior from the living room bedroom and deck is spectacularthe view is incredible and the place is cozy and invitingyou can see the sunrise from your comfortable king bedCleanliness:
expect a sparkling clean and homey environmentthe house was clean and organizedvery clean easy drive downtownamazing view great hospitality very clean and homeythe home was clean and it had anything we could ever needHost:
tee the host is amazingtee was a wonderful hosttee was a wonderful hosttee was a great hosttee was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
close to mountain biking and easy to get downtownthe location is perfect and close to wherever you want to go in duluthit is breathtaking we appreciated how close this was to many downtown attractions as wellthe space is well located and extremely comfortablegreat spot with great view close to a lot of cool food and shopping
3. Secluded retreat in the heart of the city (from USD 210)
Having the best of both worlds is possible at this sparkling clean Duluth home. On 2.5 acres (1 ha) but within the middle of the city, you will fall in love with this oasis. Breathtaking views of the city’s harbor can be seen from the yard which offers a campfire ring for those northern nights. With access to hiking and biking trails, as well as parks and beaches, adventurers will feel right at home. Up to four guests can stay here, with two beds and one bedroom.
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amazing view and cozy interiorthe property is warm and cozy with an absolutely stunning viewcozy spot with great amenitiesa cozy modern space atop the hill with the most breathtaking viewwe loved the view hanging out by the fire and cooking in the kitchenCleanliness:
we loved staying here it was so clean and cozythe place is neat clean modern and well-appointedthis is a beautiful cottage it was clean cozy quiet and very comfortablethe house is cute and very clean love the style thank you ben and emilynice private clean and convenient spot responsive hosts and exactly as advertisedHost:
great home & great hoststhe hosts are super helpful as wellthey were extremely attentive hosts and let us know whatever we needed they would be happy to helpben & emily are awesome hostsben and emily were great hosts and communication was greatRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is truly perfectlocation was great for traveling around dulutha perfect retreat so close to everything yet so privateperfect location for an anniversary getaway we had a great timesuper convenient location and great communication from hosts
4. Perfect home by the exciting Skyline Parkway (from USD 164)
This immaculate home set within easy reach of all that Duluth has to offer is perfect for small families or friends looking to experience the area. This newly reconstructed rental is on the bottom floor of a home which the owner inhabits. Washer and dryer are included, as well as a large walk-in steam shower for after your outdoor adventures. The unit has its own private patio overlooking the harbor and city for sunny mornings or relaxing evenings.
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the bed was super comfy i loved the great view from patio and windowcomfortable setting clean quiet and cozy everything we needed including a grill and patio thank yougreat location fantastic view and very comfortableit is nicely furnished and the kitchen is very well stockedthe steam shower was nice and warm on a cold winter dayCleanliness:
the property was clean and tidyvery clean well kept homeclean comfortable tastefully decorated and so quietclean private and comfortable we would definitely stay againthe place is like new extremely clean and very organizedHost:
mike was a great hosti was unable to meet him but he was very responsivecommunication was great with the ownerRead more reviewsLocation:
close to all the fun in duluthit was so close to everything it felt like staying at a good friend's houseit was a quiet retreat and a convenient location to enjoy duluth
5. Two-bedroom home in a convenient location (from USD 132)
This classic two-bedroom Duluth home, just 4 miles (6.43 km) from downtown Duluth, is perfect for families coming to visit this northern city. Accommodating up to four guests, with two separate bedrooms, a large backyard welcomes energetic children. This quiet location invites calm in the city, while also being close to perks such as Piedmont Trails (0.9 mi, 1.4 km). Long-term renters are welcome with discount incentives.
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The dining room and living room flowed together seamlessly and the kitchen was largeIt was the perfect place to cozy up for the nightVery comfortable for our family of 4Having the ability to park the car in the garage use the gas grill and a full kitchen was perfect for my wife and Ieverything is as listed cute houseCleanliness:
The bedrooms were spacious and and the house had great characterWell organized and very cleanHost:
Matt was easy to work with and accommodatingvery responsive & friendly house was clean & well-maintainedTara and Matt were excellent hosts and helped make our destination wedding so memorableWe had an awesome visit to Duluth with our kidsWe arrived as bride and groom and left as husband and wifeRead more reviewsLocation:
Very cute house in a great neighborhoodIts an older house that is in very good shapeIt is in a very nice location and near many things to doGreat location and very quietVery cozy home and in a great location Enjoyed it very much
6. Enchanting harbor views from remodeled home (from USD 299)
This charming, remodeled home offers the best of old and new, overlooking the harbor of Duluth. With room enough for the whole family (nine guests with four bedrooms), you’ll never want to leave this cozy abode. A secluded, wooded backyard makes it a great choice for those with children. The stunning screened porch makes way for an enchanting watery view.
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No AC in upper levelThe view from the front bedroom is especially nicehad a sitting room small TV and bathroom Almost like a seperate little apartment which was perfect for our son/daughter-in-law and 5 month old babyVERY tidy and a fan in every roomEverything in this home is redone from the tiled bathroom to the kitchenCleanliness:
It was very clean and invitingThe home was VERY cleanThe views from the property were equally as grandI can't complain too much as I know very well that we live in Minnesota andHost:
Our multigenerational family enjoyed our time together under the same roof while enjoying Duluth for a family wedding Sadly not all areas of the residence had received through cleaningThe owner told us that "all we had to supply was our food" and boy was he ever rightVery nice/clean neighborhood Beautiful back yard and well keptComfortable clean home with a great viewThis home was very tidy and had ample space to fit all of our guestsRead more reviewsLocation:
We loved the house and locationEnjoyed our stay Close to downtown Quiet neighborhoodThe neighborhood was peaceful and quietGreat location too very close to canal parkThe location could not have been better
7. A perfect loft-style condo (from USD 303)
This exposed-brick, loft-style condo, set in the heart of Duluth is perfect for your stay. Able to house up to eight visitors, everything that downtown Duluth has to offer is within walking distance including Aerial Lift Bridge, Maritime Museum, Bayfront Festival Park and playground, Great Lakes Aquarium, North Shore Scenic Railroad, Amsoil Arena, Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center. With over 1,200 square feet (111 square meters) to relax in, the condo comes with a fireplace, in-building swimming pool, sauna, and hot tub.
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Teflon pans need replacing but we had everything we needed to cook a couple breakfastsThe unit was as described with all the amenities we neededPlenty of room for our large familyGreat place large spaceparking available and easy for the most part Very dark in the large central living area of condo (no windows)Cleanliness:
Very clean and everything about it was greatHost:
The owners were very apologetic and willing to helpGreat property with a great locationGreat place to stay Love the numbered key entryMy only complaint had nothing to do with the propertyget away So much to do and welcoming to come back to the condo to hang out together with tons of space for usRead more reviewsLocation:
right in Canal Park Right above Hoops Brewing and down the road from many restaurantsdistilleries and cider bars Loved it hereSuper convenient location to walk boardwalk shop and walk to restaurants Loved that we could open the windows to get some of that cool Lake Superior breezeProperty as stated Enjoyed that we were able to walk to the Inner Harbor shops and restaurants Five StarsThis is a great condo in a great location
8. A charming downtown condo
Watch the sunset from this beautiful two-bedroom apartment centrally located in downtown Duluth. Just four blocks from Canal Park, you will love the walk-ability of this private accommodation that can host up to five guests. An Apple TV helps to make your stay relaxing, as well as a private front porch to sip coffee or wine on. Additionally, the free wifi throughout the unit helps you stay in your work and play flow. Please note, this location is set in a busy spot; for those seeking quiet, look elsewhere. Unfortunately, stairs are the only way to get to this second-story rental, so those with disabilities and the elderly may find it difficult.
Duluth, Minnesota, United States
4.75 km (3.0 mi) from Glensheen MansionSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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the view was great - from either the bay window in the living room or from the balconygreat deck and front roomthe condo was cozy with nice touches like extra lighting by beds noise makers for sleeping etccomfortable stylish lots of space and large kitchengreat view supreme hospitality very clean and comfortableCleanliness:
the place was clean; an important thing for fussy ladiesvery spacious and cleanit is comfortable clean and has everything you might have forgottenit was clean and comfy and we had a nice timeeverything worked well was very clean easy to access etcHost:
nikki was an amazing hostnikki was a great host and was very responsive to my questionsnikki was a fabulous hostnikki was very kind and helpful to answer questionsthank you for hosting our familyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is the bestlocation was ideal for walking to everything we neededit’s in a fantastic location that is close to everythinggreat place in a great locationthis was a great condo in a convenient location
9. A classy vacation rental in Duluth
This large historic home is meticulously cared for and has stunning aesthetics. You’ll love this rental for your large gathering of family or friends (sleeps up to 12 guests), set on a wooded double lot just across the street from beautiful Lake Superior. Four bedrooms, a custom cook’s kitchen, and over 2,400 square feet (222 square meters) await you. If you look for character in your vacation getaway, look no further.
Duluth, Minnesota, United States
1.41 km (0.9 mi) from Glensheen MansionTop guest reviews
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the whole house was very clean and looked just like the picturesnice and clean but some areas were a bit outdatedHost:
the owner kelley i vary easy to work withhelpful to have laundry on site as wellkelly was extremely quick and helpful with any communications and questions we hadthe host has several great suggestions for eating and entertainmentkelley had a wonderful home and she was incredibly responsive as needs arose during our tripRead more reviewsLocation:
the house and location was awesomecomfortable roomy house in a great locationgreat location parking lots of spaceideal location; close to everything and easy to get around even in the snow and the icekelley’s place was a great place to stay in duluth it’s in an excellent location with plenty of parking
Northern city with beautiful views
This unique Northern Minnesota city offers no shortage of fun, nor views of the breath-taking Lake Superior harbor. These top Airbnb and HomeAway rentals ensure that your stay is complete and relaxing. Duluth’s vibe is calm yet adventuresome; cultural, yet wild. Book your vacation rental today to enjoy all that Duluth boasts.
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