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The Pillar Inn

3.5 star property
Hikers and nature lovers find their haven at The Pillar Inn, with trails at the doorstep and evenings ending in the spa tub or by a crackling fire.

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The Pillar Inn, near Quarry Park and Nature Preserve, offers a peaceful retreat for outdoor enthusiasts. Guests can warm up by the lobby fireplace after exploring nearby trails. Enjoy a free continental breakfast, a library, laundry facilities, and a soothing spa tub.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Room options

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Suite, Private Bathroom (The Grand Suite) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Private Bathroom (The Grand Suite)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, Private Bathroom (The Victorian Suite) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Private Bathroom (The Victorian Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, Private Bathroom (The Casablanca Suite) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Private Bathroom (The Casablanca Suite)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
419 Main Street, Cold Spring, MN, 56320

Getting around

  • St. Cloud Station
    24 min drive
  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    31 min drive

About this property

The Pillar Inn

Bed & breakfast near Quarry Park and Nature Preserve
Consider a stay at The Pillar Inn and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a library and laundry facilities. Active travellers can enjoy hiking/biking trails at this bed & breakfast. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Wedding services, outdoor furniture and a banquet hall
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Coffee/tea makers and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1905
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Pillar Cold Spring
Pillar Inn
Pillar Inn Cold Spring
The Pillar Inn Cold Spring
The Pillar Inn Bed & breakfast
The Pillar Inn Bed & breakfast Cold Spring

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pillar Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Pillar Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pillar Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Pillar Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Pillar Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this bed & breakfast is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Saint John's University, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Quarry Park and Nature Preserve and College of Saint Benedict. St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center and St. Cloud State University are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

The Pillar Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice quiet stay in the property was fantastic I did have some Internet issues but they fix them and very fast
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would be nice to note the WiFi password somewhere in the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old, beautiful victorian home in a quaint small town. Close to st cloud and quarry. Fridge ann mi rowave for food. Self serve food .

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second stay at the Pillar Inn. The first time we booked the entire house with our children for my wife’s birthday. Sue, the innkeeper, made great conversation and truly knows what hospitality means. Jill, one of the owners, remembered our previous stay and communicates before we even did regarding breakfast allergies, etc. we were very impressed. This property has full breakfast only on weekends, just to note. They are set out beautifully with fine china. She is an amazing cook and has a very keen eye for detail. We stayed in the Grand Suite, as we did last time. Which has a cute porch on the second level with a little bistro set. The bed is extremely comfortable (one of the main points for us) and tub is more than large enough for two adults side by side relaxing. Another favorite a lot in the house is a little snack room with teas and popcorn, seating, a fridge, etc. it is a very nice touch to a house that’s unattended most of the evening (unlike a hotel). The grounds are pretty and we loved the wrap around porch. The area is pretty quiet, as in not a lot of traffic due to the location, however, there is a bar next door behind a thick lot of trees. It can’t be seen, but it can be heard if people are outside. If that’s your thing, easy access. But the grounds are still large and very private. We will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I count on The Pillar Inn as my home away from home when I visit my mother. Jill and Susan could not be more attentive and respectful. The Pillar Inn is a relaxing step back to another time. I heartily recommend a stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the antique stores in town and the river running through it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you to Jill for accommodating to us. The amazing breakfast ...karen....we most deffinantly will be back...i truly recommend staying there .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Excellent!

Sue was a wonderful host. Made a great breakfast and was very friendly. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at The Pillar Inn on multiple occasions and call it a home away from home. Sue and Jill go out of their ways to make things as comfortable as possible. It is not another featureless hotel—it is an actual turn of the century home. My grown up kids stayed with me here this visit, and really enjoyed the ambiance. Thumbs up!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, very spacious. Fun getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The only issue was the dog in n the house when we arrived. The description said “ no pets” and it was the first thing that greeted us! My wife is allergic so this is an issue!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room. Toughest part was parking but not Hotels issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My only criticisms are relatively minor - a little annoying repeated queries about arrival time when I kept saying I couldn't say for certain. The exterior of the house also needs some more upkeep. But inside it was very nice and the staff/ owners are clearly trying successfully to provide a good, historically themed experience at a moderate price. I wish I could have gi a 4.5 rating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just love the community of Cold Spring and this property was located perfect for finishing our family. Sue was awesome, just really enjoyed our stay all the way around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice old Victorian
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a very nice stay for a quick overnight. Our room, Casablanca, was furnished nicely and cool with the AC. The bathroom was huge and the bed was very comfortable. We took advantage of coffee the next morning in their hospitality room. It’s a beautiful home inside, lots to look at! The exterior needs a little TLC including cleaning, maintenance and paint. The wrap around porch wasn’t inviting; old and worn furniture, cigarette butts in a can, dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

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

Step back in time!

Loved it! Beautifuly decorated. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old house with an excellent sitting porch and nice amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old home. Very comfortable room. Only issue was I never saw the staff who could help me with whatever breakfast was to be included. Never saw the staff and I could not locate the breakfast items that were to have been available. The kitchen was pretty messy so I just had a yogurt from the frig and a banana from the table. Maybe I misunderstood where the breakfast items were located…I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So comfortable and quiet. Great staff, delicious food. Amazing interior and decor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Adorable

Sue was wonderful and friendly and accommodated my nutritional needs very well. Lovely home, very enjoyable and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was exactly what my friend & I were looking for a few days away! Interior was amazing & plenty of food & drinks in a help yourself
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

Wonderful stay!!

The staff were very friendly and welcoming! They told us to feel at home! I was on a girl weekend with some friends. We enjoyed walking around the house taking pictures, watching the complimentary Titanic movie, using the hot tub, and admiring the beautiful room. They made us breakfast and had us sit by the dining room table. It was a nice stay. My only concern was that our room was really hot. I slept with the fan next to me and I was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Pamela

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

Quiet, comfortable place to stay

My husband and I stayed here for our anniversary. It was clean and comfortable. They had a good assortment of food available for a continental breakfast. It was quiet and private.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Philadelphia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn is a special place with many original details and thoughtful touches. The innkeeper provided coffee and breakfast items tailored to personal requests. I really enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020