The Lost Dutchman - Wabasha

Nobody is on site whatsoever to help with anything at all. There is a code for the main door and a code for the room. It’s been cold outside and tried to turn heat on in our room. The heat did not work so we called the phone number they gave us which went to voicemail and then said that the mailbox was full and could not leave a message. Finally tried a couple more times and got a hold of someone. She told us to find a space heater in the hallway. There was only one so I hope the rest of the guests were able to stay warm. It was ridiculous that the building had no heat and I was very concerned about a fire with the space heater on the carpet in our room.. The water in the room was totally undrinkable. It tasted almost like sulfur!They did not provide bottled water or any amenities. The tiny closet-like shower had to be run for almost 10 minutes before it heated up to a tolerable temperature. Get some on-site personnel, provide better customer service, do something to make the place more desirable. The way this is now, we will never be back.

Took a step back in time stayed where the pace was slower. The hotel is a 140 year old building with character charm. It even housed the Mayo brothers, yes, those medical professionals! Breakfast was filling if you walked away hungry it was your fault. Rooms are all clean. I dropped a toothbrush behind the cabinet that houses the microwave was prepared to buy a new one, but to my surprise absolutely clean, no dust or even a cobweb to be found. Bathroom had an original claw foot tub. Stairs must be navigated to all the rooms, although not difficult steps, they are dark due to dark carpet walls. Very welcoming atmosphere relaxing we plan to return for another weekend getaway.

I 've ordered pizzas here 3 times now, 6 pizzas. Much better quality than most places. Great thin crust, flavorful sauce and high quality ingredients. I hope they can stay in business because they 've got a fantastic recipe. The prices are where they should be too!!! That 's very important to turn out a great product, at a fair price. Very friendly people working here. Try the Old Fashioned while you wait for your pizza.

If you are one who loves history and/or just wants a one-of-a-kind, unique lodging experience that the cookie cutter chain hotels just can't offer, then the Anderson Hotel is for you!!!! This hotel if very old (167 years as of 2023) so you aren't going to get the most up-to-date amenities and furnishings. And it should be noted that there isn't an elevator, so you will need to walk up a somewhat steep staircase(s) to your room. Hense the property probably isn't the best fit for elderly, small children or if you travel with a ton of suitcases. But in return, you get to experience a living time capsule firsthand!!! It was a thrill to roam around the hotel and check everything out at our leisure. The hotel is downtown, about 1 block from the Mississippi river. Parking is not an issue (free and plenty in front of the hotel) and you can easily walk to the shops, restaurants, bars and riverfront. The night we stayed (Friday) happened to be the hotel's re-opening night for the Flying Dutchman Speakeasy, located downstairs. The bar staff was quick and attentive and there was a guitar and keyboard player to entertain the crowd. The property is run similar to an Airbnb meaning that there isn't a front desk agent on sight. Instead, the hotel will email you two codes once you made your reservation: one for the front door and one your room. You just let yourself in. Free parking is abundant on the street. I had an email problem on my end and didn't get my codes. But when I called the hotel, the owner answered on the first ring and resolved my problem immediately. And when I called later to inquire on a fan, she knocked herself out to assist us with that. All in all, what a thrill to stay at the historic Anderson Hotel!

This is reportedly the oldest hotel in Minnesota. John Dillinger stayed here and he liked it so much he told the owners not to change a thing until he gets back . . . and they haven't!! Our room had one electrical receptacle, one bedside lamp, a shower that took 5 minutes for hot water to appear, no soap or shampoo, no safety chain or bolt on the door, no personal contact whatsoever with a staff (door codes were provided via email), and a cost of $170 for the night!! On top of that we were told there was a place for breakfast right next door, and there was nothing, I mean nothing, open for breakfast on a Thursday morning at 9am. Even the only coffee shop in town was closed (on Wednesday's and Thursday's). The Anderson House and Wabasha are not recommended for an overnight stay.