Located close to Lowell Park and Saint Croix Vineyards, Aurora Staples Inn provides a garden and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Located in Stillwater, Aurora Staples Inn is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lowell Park and Willow River State Park, while Knoke's Chocolates and Pine Tree Apple Orchard are popular area attractions. Saint Croix Vineyards and White Bear Yacht Club are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, sailing, and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Stillwater travel guide
Located close to Saint Croix Vineyards, Aurora Staples Inn provides a garden and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
Free self parking
1 meeting room, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises
Wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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2 buildings
2 floors
Built in 1892
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
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Air conditioning
Fireplace
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora Staples Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Aurora Staples Inn?
As of Sep 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aurora Staples Inn on Oct 1, 2026 start from ¥30,336, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Aurora Staples Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Aurora Staples Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Aurora Staples Inn located?
Located in the heart of Stillwater, this guesthouse is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lowell Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Saint Croix Vineyards and Willow River State Park. White Bear Yacht Club and Knoke's Chocolates are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Aurora Staples Inn Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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This a great property. We stayed in the carriage house. Had great privacy and easy check in process. Close to down town. Great breakfast at Lowell Inn.
Everything about the room and property was beautiful, the craftsmanship was so meticulous, and the property was very clean and well maintained. Easy entry, peaceful surroundings, and an amazing turn of the century atmosphere!
Beautifully maintained “mansion” with wonderful rooms. Quiet, huge room, comfortable bed, great shower and jetted tub. Fridge and coffee in the hall. AC. Nice breakfast spot just down the hill. Great location—right next to the amazing library and a couple blocks from downtown.
Check in was great ! Owner greeted us and let us know if we needed anything to call ….. Room was very clean, nice and quiet , very comfortable place ! Would stay again . Thanks for a great stay !
The Aurora Staples Inn is a fantastic B&B, one of the best. The accommodations in the St. Croix Suite is spectacular, with antique furniture, in room fireplace, huge suite space, and amazing linens and decor. We appreciate the hassle-free checkin, host greeting, and the ease of parking and location to downtown. We will stay here every time we visit Stillwater.
We stayed in the Carriage House and it was awesome!
Very private, clean, bed was comfy. Three sided fireplace and jacuzzi tub made the night. The house was nice and were able to see 3 of the 4 suites which was nice. The only thing that was different from the dozens of other B7B's or Inns we have stayed at is there is no interaction/getting to know the owners.
We had a great one night stay to celebrate our Anniversary. The Gvierney room was so comfortable, the bed was soft and we enjoyed the jetted bathtub. Would definitely book it again.
I love old houses
This one is a meticulously kept architectural dream . Well kept and wonderfully decorated. Bed was comfy. Breakfast at the Lowel inn was delicious.
This is a beautifully maintained historic home in a great location. The staff were very responsive. The room was clean and comfortable.
It was listed as having a separate tub and shower, but there was no shower. The tub is in the same room as the bed, so there is no privacy. In addition, there are no closets and only one small mirror in the toilet area.
The house has a shoes off policy, which may not appeal to all guests (especially older people).
I recommend updating the descriptions so there are no surprises.
Super comfortable room. Beautiful house. Everyone was quiet the night I stayed there. Walking distance to the central district. The sun room off the Riverside Suite has a nice table for work and the territorial view is quite pleasant. Would stay there again.
This is our second stay here with my daughter as a mom-daughter overnight. The inn is pleasant and the location is great. The room was too hot, which made it difficult to sleep at times. The St. Croix suite was lovely. Would stay there again. I do miss the morning breakfast as the breakfast at the nearby restaurant was lacking.
We had a wonderful visit to the Aurora Staples. It was just a little away from the main area, so it was quiet and convenient. Very Charming. We stayed in the Riverview room which had a small porch and a hanging swing. Very nicely decorated.
Touchless entry was convenient and flexible.
Exceeded our expectations! The photos do not do justice! After staying here, I could never go back to a traditional hotel. We didn’t want to leave our room! The views, the character, and cozy atmosphere were out of this world. The complimentary breakfast was at a separate location, but was the cherry on top of an amazing stay! WE CANT WAIT TO VISIT AGAIN!
Contactless entry was easy with passcode. Only available beverages were a kureg coffee maker and bottled water in fridge. Did get voucher for breakfast at a nearby restaurant.
Recommend for those who like victorian style B&Bs. Lovely old furniture and decor. Bed was king and very comfortable.
Stay was very good. The hot tub in the room is actually a luke warm tub. However I kind of understand, as hot water would probably create moisture problems in the room over time. Very well kept historic house. The chocolates when entering, and in the room are a nice touch. Nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good
Gina
May 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Lovely carriage house!
The carriage house was very spacious with a lovely tub and shower. The bed was very comfy. We never met the owners. That part felt kind of impersonal. They were out of ice (per text) and there was no water supplied in our room like there was in the house. Otherwise, the room had most of what we needed.
The breakfast coupon was for a truly spectacular restaurant with incredible service.
We booked the St Croix Suite to celebrate a milestone birthday with mom/adult daughter. The room was lovely with a seating area and fireplace, so we settled in before walking to a nearby restaurant for dinner. It was dark, but we felt safe.
A good hill climb, and more time relaxing. We didn't use the hot tub, but it is big enough for two.
The bed was a King, and very comfortable. You do not feel movement of the other person, and we slept great.
I would definitely book here again!!
Also breakfast at the Lowell inn, just down the hill was delicious. We both ordered the eggs benedict and were not disappointed.