Family Travel - AmericInn^® of Bemidji, MN

The Perfect Family Destination - Bemidji, Minnesota

With its convenient location, Kids Stay for Free program, spacious family-style accommodations and signature suites sleeping up to 5 people, complimentary AmericInn Perk breakfast and high-speed Internet access, the AmericInn Lodge & Suites provides the ideal setting for your next family vacation.

Bemidji, MN provides year-round fun and excitement for the whole family. In the fall and winter, skiing, snowboarding, ice-skating, and hot chocolate by the fireplace will keep everyone in high spirits. In the spring and summertime you'll find horseback riding, hiking, swimming, boating, golf, fishing, canoeing, and more for the whole family to enjoy together.

Family Attractions and Activities 

Bemidji Visitor and Convention Bureau - Tourist information center on the waterfront next to the legendary statues of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox.
Address: 300 Bemidji Avenue, Bemidji, MN 56601
Distance: 2.17 miles
Phone: 218-759-0164
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 6:00pm

Bemidji State Park - Local state park with biking, hiking, boating, swimming and lounging on the beach.
Address: 3401 State Park Road NE, Bemidji, MN 56601
Distance: 6.29 miles
Phone: 218-755-3843
Hours of Operation: Daily 8:00am - 4:30pm, Winter hours may vary

Itasca State Park - State park home to the Mississippi headwaters, gift shops, biking, hiking, canoeing, swimming and numerous exhibits.
Address: 36750 Main Park Drive, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Distance: 34.49 miles
Phone: 218-266-2114
Hours of Operation: Fall/Winter, Daily 9:00am - 4:00pm  Spring/Summer, Daily 8:00am - 7:00pm

Buena Vista Ski Area - Fun for the whole family with 16 ski runs, 4 chairlifts, tubing, snowboarding, 25 km of cross country ski trails, sleigh rides, covered wagon rides and a three story chalet.
Address: 19276 Lake Julia Drive NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
Distance: 12.54 miles
Phone: 218-243-2231
Hours of Operations: Friday/Saturday 10:00am - 8:00pm, Sunday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Paul Bunyan Animal Land - Family-friendly petting zoo with a variety of animals.
Address: 3857 Animal Land Drive SE, Bemidji, MN 56601
Distance: 13.86 miles
Phone: 218-759-1533
Hours of Operation: Call for information.

Bemidji Bowl - Bowling, golf simulator and miniature golf.
Address: 2317 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN 56601
Distance: .78 miles
Phone: 218-751-2153
Hours of Operation: Call for information.

Putt-N-Go Amusement Park - Go-cart racing, water bumper cars, miniature golf and water slides!
Address: 1915 Hyway Avenue NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
Distance: .87 miles
Phone: 218-751-7333
Hours of Operation: Seasonal - please call ahead.

Paul Bunyan Playhouse - Live plays by local entertainers!
Address: 314 Beltrami Avenue NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
Distance: 2.24 miles
Phone: 218-751-7270
Hours of Operation: Please call the box office.

Amigo 9 Theatres - Local movie theatre.
Address: Highway 2 West, Bemidji, MN 56601
Distance: 8.09 miles
Phone: 218-759-0324
Hours of Operation: Call the box office for play times.

Headwaters Science Center - The center gives visitors a chance to see science at work in a hands-on environment.
Address: 413 Beltrami Avenue NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
Distance: 2.19 miles
Phone: 218-444-4472
Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday 9:30am - 5:30pm, Sunday 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Family Amenities and Features

• Children 17 and under stay free
• Complimentary AmericInn Perk Breakfast
• Complimentary High-Speed Internet
• Spacious accommodations
• Family / 2 room suites available
• Rooms with kitchenettes, mini-refrigerators and microwaves
• Game room and Fitness center
• Heated Indoor Pool, Whirlpool & Sauna
• Laundry room
• Cable television
• Coffee maker and hair dryer in each room