Very pretty and historic hotel. The staff was doing a great job to make my stay comfortable. Excellent breakfast with outstanding service!

Stayed in July 2022

Very clean, unique, lovely.

Stayed in September 2022

I didn’t like that we couldn’t pay cash at the end of the stay for the room..even when I had put a credit card down for a hold.

Really comfy beds, great view and great water pressure in the showers, clean and beautiful hotel. Amazing food too!!

Stayed in August 2022

View of the river from my room and local restaurants within walking distance. Room very quiet.

Stayed in August 2022

Wonderful room, comfortable bed. Yummy breakfast . Great service

Stayed in July 2022

room air conditioner was noisy (until we turned it off)

plentiful amenities; location to local activities; comfortable room; adequate free parking

Stayed in July 2022

We were disappointed the restaurant wasn’t open.

The St James is such a beautiful historic hotel. It’s lovingly maintained, clean and very comfortable and quiet. Old world charm with modern comfort.

Stayed in July 2022

The restaurant was ok but seems to cater to a more upscale crord with a fancy menu.

The room was very large and kept extremely clean. All the floors were also extremely clean.

Stayed in July 2022

It would have been nice if the restaurant was open for dinner but we can understand that it is not busy on Tuesdays and might be difficult to staff.

Our room faced north towards the river. It was a great view, made even better by the view of the train tracks and depot. We saw two Amtrak trains and several freight trains. The train noise was not a problem at all. The dining room was not open on Tuesday but we were able to order take-out from the bar because it was thundering outside and we did not want to walk to a restaurant. The staff was pleasant and helped us navigate the twists and turns of the hotel.

Stayed in July 2022

Although our room had a standard hotel layout, it was nicely furnished, and had a great view of the train station and Lake Pepin, with all their comings and goings. We had first seen the St. James from the windows of Amtrak in 2019, and were intrigued with the idea of staying there and exploring Red Wing, which we found to be a delightful, walkable little city. We had my birthday dinner on the terrace of the Scarlet restaurant. The Swedish meatballs were delicious, and our server (sorry, I don't remember her name - she's a student in the musical instrument program at MSC) was friendly and made every effort to make us comfortable.

Stayed in June 2022

restaurant was great! beautiful renovation

Stayed in July 2022

Trains do go by at night. I heard them at 11 and 12

Beautiful elegant, classic hotel with friendly staff and great service. Lovely views of river if your room faces it.

Stayed in June 2022

the train blowing its horn every hour throughout the night

beautiful decor. lovely antiques.

Stayed in June 2022

bathroom was small

exceptionally large, comfortable room

Stayed in June 2022

We weren’t exactly sure when to park for registering in when we arrived.

The blend of the past with modern amenities. The decor was embellished with artifacts from history in the area. comfortable common areas. We cherished the quiet retreat in the library w/gas fireplace. Dinner and breakfast the following morning were both delicious. We even benefited by using the business center for guests.

Stayed in June 2022

restaurant is closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

Customer service can’t be beat!!!

Stayed in June 2022

It would have been nice to have a small refrigerator in the room or even a microwave. Our windows faced what it looked like was offices and that was disturbing only because we felt like we had to keep our shades down or hide from the windows.

The sheets were so soft and the bed was very comfy! The location of the hotel is great! Walking distance to shopping and dining! The Port downstairs was a great hang out for a nightcap as well. Staff and the front desk and the scarlet restaurant were very friendly.

Stayed in May 2022

Not many complaints! A bit of a spendy place, but otherwise very happy with our stay!

Beautiful location! Close to river and the shops and restaurants. Staff was all very nice. Hotel is very pretty.

Stayed in May 2022

Each time the air conditioner/heat kicked on, the switch made a loud clicking noise that woke me up several times during the night.

We loved the hotel, the people were very nice, enjoyed the Port and Scarlet, and found the history about the hotel and pictures to be very interesting. My friend was really impressed.

Stayed in May 2022

price seemed a little steep for one night

pretty, charming, nice shower, big room, very friendly staff, good restaurant, great location

Stayed in May 2022

The room was great with a view of the river. The linens were exceptional.

Stayed in May 2022

Comfortable room, with a great view if the river. Beds and linens were very comfy.

Stayed in May 2022

Bathroom in Washington room was dirty and in desperate need of updating

Comfortable bed

Stayed in April 2025

The past two times I’ve gone on a random week day when there was hardly ANYONE staying in the hotel I’ve requested twice for a historic room at least with wallpaper because that’s what people go for. Each time I’ve been placed in a grey painted more modern room… and I go on random weekdays that were not busy every time.

I love the historic beautiful hotel and all the cool things to do in the hotel. It is just amazing.

Stayed in March 2025