Lift Bridge Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Situated near the shores of Lake Superior, Lift Bridge Lodge, part of the Ascend Collection, offers convenient access to Canal Park, the iconic Aerial Lift Bridge, the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, the University of Minnesota Duluth, and Glensheen, the Historic Congdon Estate—often referred to as "Duluth's American Castle."

Within walking distance of the hotel, guests will find the Lake Superior Marine Museum, Carnival Thrillz Family Entertainment Center, and the Great Lakes Floating Maritime Museum, which is home to the S.S. William A Irvin ore boat. Nearby points of interest also include Miller Hill Mall, the North Shore Scenic Railroad, and Enger Park Golf Course.

Visitors can enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast each morning, access to an indoor heated pool and hot tub, free high-speed Internet in every room, complimentary local calls, and use of fax and copy machines.

Each room comes equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, sofa sleeper, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, plus cable TV with HBO. A guest laundry facility is also available on-site.

Located just 10 miles from the hotel are Spirit Mountain, Duluth International Airport, and the University of Wisconsin-Superior.

Couples especially love the location, giving it a top rating of 9.8 for two-person trips.