Hotel Excelsior
Hotel Excelsior could be the perfect option if you’re looking for a more traditional space for your romantic getaway. This independent boutique hotel overlooks the historic Water Street in Excelsior and offers a plethora of room options.
Fully renovated in 2020, the Hotel Excelsior is a unique space for anyone wanting the amenities of a hotel with the feeling of still being at home.
The space offers five different room options: St. Albans Bay Suite, Smithtown Bay Suite, Maxwell Bay Suite, Wayzata Bay Suite, and the Banker’s Suite. The Banker’s Suite is the only room located at Hotel Excelsior’s sister building on 2nd Street.
Each room is individually decorated and features a full kitchen, a bathroom with in-floor heat, instant hot water, a curbless shower, a 55-inch TV, cable service, and Wi-Fi.
While all the suites come with a king-sized bed and sofa bed, the Maxwell Bay and Wayzata Bay feature an enclosed bedroom separate from the rest of the living space. And the Banker’s Suite is the only two-bedroom, three-bathroom suite at the hotel.
The natural light, brick walls, and open floor plan really set Hotel Excelsior apart from other boutique hotels in the area. Additionally, each suite has private heating and cooling systems and undergoes extensive cleaning between each guest’s stay.
Another unique feature of the Hotel Excelsior is the state-of-the-art digital door code locking systems. Prior to arrival at the hotel, you’ll receive a unique room code that allows access to a specific suite.
The privacy, luxury amenities, and comfortable atmosphere, all within walking distance of Excelsior’s shops and restaurants, should put Hotel Excelsior at the top of your list for a romantic getaway.
https://www.hotelexcelsior.com/
The Beehive
Are you in need of a romantic getaway in a place that feels like a home away from home? The Beehive in Excelsior may be the perfect spot for you.
This charming and historic home, built in 1857, was recently renovated into an Airbnb and has already seen immense success, with guests regularly booking weekend to month-long stays in the Apiary unit.
“I just love my guests, and I put so much of myself into trying to think about how someone wants to live in a space and make sure they feel welcome and comfortable,” says Sheila Holleran, owner of The Beehive.
With a Boho, mid-century vibe, the Apiary accommodates up to four people in a spacious one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment with a fully-equipped kitchen, dining room, private outdoor patio, and fire pit.
The Apiary resides in what is known to be Excelsior’s first two-story structure, and that history creates a calm, romantic atmosphere with original woodwork flooring and exposed stone brick, all of which look lovely by candlelight.
“It just has a romantic vibe to it. I mean, it has a beautiful king-size bedroom and romantic dining area with exposed original stone from the 1800s on the wall, and it has a beautiful view out to the garden and the fire pit area,” Sheila says.
Not to mention, it’s just a short walk to Lake Minnetonka and Excelsior’s downtown, where you can peruse charming local shops and restaurants.
And if Boho isn’t your vibe, Sheila is preparing to open another unit on the second floor of The Beehive in March. That unit will have two bedrooms and feature a vintage, 70s vibe.
If you’re ready to book that romantic home-away-from-home getaway, you can explore more of The Beehive at @thebeehivemn on Instagram or book on Airbnb.
The Guest House
Finding a private and cozy spot to host Valentine’s Day events, wedding parties, or family reunions used to be challenging … until now. The Guest House in Excelsior is a beautiful vacation rental perfectly suited for gathering friends and family.
Built in 1858, The Guest House was at one time a bed & breakfast before being bought by Kelly Olsen and eight other women who renovated and converted the space into a rental property consisting of The Guest House and The Carriage House.
“We did our sort of transformation of the space right after COVID, and there was a real sense that people haven’t seen their loved ones in a long time, so the transition to a short-term vacation rental was ideal at the time,” Kelly says.
The Guest House is a seven-bedroom, seven-bathroom space that can comfortably accommodate up to 17 people. The smaller of the two rentals, The Carriage House, accommodates up to 6 people with three bedrooms, one bathroom, a full kitchen, and two living rooms.
The property also features a charming fire pit, beautiful courtyard, and on-site parking, making the space feel exclusive while still being just a short walk to the romantic Excelsior downtown.
The space has been host to Valentine’s Day (or Galentine’s Day) gatherings, bachelorette and bridal parties, weddings, family reunions, and much more.
So why is The Guest House such a special place?
“People just don’t realize how important it is to get together and really create memories with the people they love, and those are the things that you really think about later,” Kelly shares. “So this project has been an attempt to get people to come together and spend time with the people they love.”
https://www.theguesthousemn.com