Root River Inn at Iron Horse

05/11/2026

Iron Horse is now adults only, giving you a more restful & enjoyable stay. These king rooms with a distinguished railroad theme will facilitate your refreshing time in historic downtown Lanesboro.

04/04/2026

Get a peek behind the scenes of Lanesboro with John McGiverns Main Street PBS show.

New Episodes drop every ThursdayOn Air Thursdays at 7:00pm on and your local listings to find out where it airs across ...

12/23/2025

If you've never visited in winter, it's time to start planning a getaway of serenity and crisp beauty. With a very flexible winter cancelation policy & more places than ever open all year, it's worth planning some down time, by yourself or with some friends.

When and where to go for several days of great skiing and wintertime fun in Lanesboro and southern Minnesota.

12/11/2025

Thanks for this highlight of our retreat options! We have a few planned for this winter, but there are still options for your gathering.

✨ Looking for a smarter spot to host your next leadership retreat or team gathering?

Lanesboro’s Root River Inn & Suites, Root River Inn at Iron Horse, and Paddle On Coffee are redefining what a small-town retreat can be. 🌿💼

Imagine your team staying in boutique, walkable lodging… meeting just steps away in a bright, collaborative space… and enjoying built-in inspiration from the Driftless landscape, local dining, arts, and trail adventures. It’s a purpose-built retreat campus—right in the heart of Lanesboro.

Whether you’re planning a strategic offsite, leadership alignment session, or a multi-day company retreat, this connected trio offers the comfort, focus, and creativity teams need to do their best work.

👇 Learn more in our full Spotlight article in the comments!

📸 Photo of a beautiful King Room w/ Loft at the Iron Horse Inn courtesy of Root River Inn & Suites

12/02/2025

When we redesigned Root River Inn & Suites, we hoped to create a place that could both modern & historically charming. We are thrilled that Mpls St.Paul Magazine included us in their pick for Minnesota’s most unique stays! We’d love for you to check out the article — and consider booking a mini getaway this winter.

You won't want to miss the clever Sherlock Carol @ The Commonweal
Theater. Get a coupon for $5 off with your reservation confirmation.

Seeking a cozy cabin, luxe hotel, or fanciful bed-and-breakfast? Consider one of these for a change of scenery.