Covington InnvsThe Wales House
Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Covington Inn scores slightly better than The Wales House. Covington Inn ranks #9 in Minneapolis-Saint Paul with praise from 5 reviews like Rough Guide, Gayot and Lonely Planet.
Covington Inn
100 Harriet Island Road B3, Pier 1, Harriet Island, Saint Paul, MN 55107
From $140/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
- Refrigerator
Travel + Leisure
"In a city full of chain hotels, this floating inn—a refurbished 1946 towboat—is an adventurous way to experience the mighty Mississippi." Full review
Rough Guide
"A one-of-a-kind B&B in a converted towboat facing downtown."
Gayot
"Sleeping quarters feature a mix of ingeniously built-in cabinets and simple furnishings from the Covingtons mid-20th century work era."
Frommer's
"There are four units in total, including the two-room Pilot House Suite on the second level of the boat. The berths are beautifully appointed." Full review
Frommer's
"Four units in total, including the two-room Pilot House Suite on the second level of the boat. Berths are beautifully appointed...rooms have the greatest riverfront views of any hostelry in St. Paul" Full review
Lonely Planet
"This four-room, Harriet Island B&B is on a tugboat floating in the Mississippi River; watch the river traffic glide by while sipping your morning coffee." Full review
The Wales House
1115 Fifth Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This cheery 10-bedroom B&B often houses scholars from the nearby University of Minnesota." Full review
Gayot
"The Wales House is a fully furnished, ten-bedroom home that has been welcoming guests since 1994."