Women’s Wilderness Discovery offers a charming, well-appointed two-story Guest House for your overnight stay in Ely the evening before departure into the Boundary Waters. Four single beds and two sets of bunk beds provide room for up to eight people (women’s group, family group, or mixed couples’ groups). Beds are complete with linens, pillow, blanket, and quilt. Towels are provided in bathroom and kitchenette.

Upstairs you’ll find two open rooms, separated by the staircase, each with a bunk and a single bed. On the main floor you’ll find two single beds, one bathroom with shower, and a kitchenette with small refrigerator, microwave, toaster, hot pot, induction hotplate for cooking, and double stainless sink. Dishware, cookware, and utensils provided.

Cost is $35 per night/per person. Advance reservations are required. Check-in begins at 3:00 pm. We encourage payment in advance when you send your trip deposit or final payment, or you may pay upon check-in. Women’s Wilderness Discovery is within walking distance of numerous restaurants, coffee shops, liquor stores, retail shops, and laundromats. We also provide safe “off-street” parking to accommodate up to six vehicles while you’re out on trail.

Please let us know ahead of your trip if you’d like to rent your space in the Guest House.