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The Thayer

3.0 star property
The garden and fireplace create a charming backdrop at The Thayer, where guests can enjoy cozy evenings or plan memorable wedding celebrations

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The Thayer offers a charming atmosphere with a picturesque garden and inviting fireplace. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi and meals at the on-site restaurant. The property also provides wedding services for special occasions.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Room options

View all photos for Chef Bob's Suite (201)

Chef Bob's Suite (201) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Chef Bob's Suite (201)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Julia B's Room (202)

Julia B's Room (202) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Julia B's Room (202)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Mr. Paul's Room (203)

Mr. Paul's Room (203) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Mr. Paul's Room (203)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite (204)

Honeymoon Suite (204) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Honeymoon Suite (204)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Gus's Room (207)

Gus's Room (207) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Gus's Room (207)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Miss Lilly's Room (306)

Miss Lilly's Room (306) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Miss Lilly's Room (306)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Miss Amy's Room (307)

Miss Amy's Room (307) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Miss Amy's Room (307)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Colleen's Retreat (301)

Colleen's Retreat (301) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Colleen's Retreat (301)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Crystal's Haunted Suite (305)

Crystal's Haunted Suite (305) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Crystal's Haunted Suite (305)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Annandale is home to The Thayer. Whispering Pines Golf Course and Kimball Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mississippi River and Hidden Marsh Wildlife Management Area. Visit our Annandale travel guide
Map
60 Elm St W, Annandale, MN, 55302

What's nearby

  • warm and cozy sunset over a wetland lake
    Pleasant Lake
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Annandale Public Library
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Cloud State University
    41 min drive - 46.5 km
  • The Ledge Amphitheater
    42 min drive - 54.4 km
  • St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center
    43 min drive - 48.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • Spilled Grain Brewhouse
    7 min walk
  • Bedrock's
    8 min drive
  • Corky's Bar
    9 min drive
  • Homestyle Country Cafe
    4 min walk

About this property

The Thayer

Property highlights
Consider a stay at The Thayer and take advantage of a garden, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk and wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends; USD 3 to 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 12 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Thayer Annandale
The Thayer Hotel Annandale
The Thayer Hotel
The Thayer Hotel
The Thayer Annandale
The Thayer Hotel Annandale

Frequently asked questions

Is The Thayer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Thayer?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Thayer?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Thayer located?

Situated in Annandale, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Annandale Public Library and Pleasant Lake. Lake John is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Thayer Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute, historic hotel with an excellent staff. If you stay here, be sure to eat in the restaurant. Excellent food and service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place to stay!!!

We stayed 2 nights for a wedding, location was perfect. Staff was super friendly. We love to stay in historical hotels and this one was one of our favorites as far as condition and smell. When we came back the second night the hallway was maxed out in Halloween decor, mostly spiders and webs, it was a delightful surprise!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint town with local items in local stores. The hotel is small but the rooms were very nice. They have an a very nice patio where they serve quality food and drinks and live music on Friday nights. The hotel staff was very welcoming and always ready to help make you visit a success.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the character of this 125 year old hotel. The staff and service were great. The food was excellent at the restaurant. It’s right across the street from train tracks, so it was noisy but that’s not the hotel’s fault. The Jacuzzi tub was awesome! it was nice to get away and relax. The garden was beautiful, and there was even live music!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and staff were perfect! I would definitely stay again and recommend to others
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nostalgic Lots of history
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No ghosts

An adventure, old world hotel, not all the modern conveniences, but a fun stay. Love the trains, didn't see any ghosts, staff was great especially Anna!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very comfortable and clean. Windows are old and must be drafty b/c there was tape around each presumably to seal them. The in house restaurant...wow! All of our meals exceeded expectations. The filet mignon was so flavorful - I'm craving it as I write this. The staff are very attentive, nice, and personable, this alone will bring me back to The Thayer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an awesome experience. The only issue we had, and this is not related to the Hotel or staff, is that trains went by and they honked their horn during the night--the hotel is so close to the railroad tracks. But for anyone coming from a larger city, it may not have been a bother. Otherwise, everything was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I am an easy person to please!! I loved everything about your establishment! Just 2 things I would change! We stayed in crystal room!! The tub is beautiful for younger people!! But the young girls that were suppose to wait on outside patrons need to be more attentive!! I have worked as a wait staff person! They were very slow and sat in the back room a lot!! I ran for our table quite often!! For drinks to the inside bar!! I know they are young , but they would make better tips if the were more attentive!! And more pleasant!!I do realize most businesses are struggling to have enough staff!! I will be back!! But I will book a different room!! So wish I could have conjured a ghost!loved ann and Randy out on the beautiful deck!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Haunted getaway

Great place if you like haunted hotel's, great food and great service!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Historic hotel

Fun to stay at this historic hotel. Unfortunately it was raining while we were there and we didn’t explore the town. The hotel has reasonably priced food and a cozy bar space.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and comfortable rooms loaded with charm. The food? In my opinion, their restaurant has the best food in Wright County, hands down. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Halloween birthday weekend

Everyrhing was great. Food was fabulous. Loved having the whirlpool tub. Walking distance to lots of fun shops.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

LOVE

Love this hotel!!! Its super clean and very unique! Staff is friendly! Food is amazing!!! Very awesome place!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel

The staff was super friendly. Hotel was awesome. Had a great time and love the patio!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Where to start? My husband spent the first 20 minutes killing flies and Asian beetles that were flying all over the room...yech! And then the hot water pipe made the most awful sound while filling the tub only a few inches. It was just terribly outdated and lacked maintenance in and outside. I wish we would’ve known the Halloween decorations included a headless bride, complete with blood soaked dress and severed head. Not our idea of a quaint small town inn. I would only recommend it if you’re into the whole haunted house motif. We were disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely history. Good food. Pleasant staff. Relaxing and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023