Everyone knows that nothing beats the lived-in charm and unique designs of homes. The loving touches of hand-picked decor and household items you won’t find in hotel rooms make VRBO rentals feel that much more comfortable. The best places to stay in North Dakota range from rural retreats to city comforts, with plenty of other arrangements in between. Whether you want to rest your head alone or with the whole family, North Dakota has a place for you. Next time you’re planning an adventure, make sure you have these vacation rental ideas at your fingertips.

Best Affordable Places to Stay in North Dakota

Bunking down in your bed of choice should never break the bank, and thankfully, North Dakota has plenty of budget-friendly options to choose from when you want to spend your bucks wisely. Save your money for fun things, and leave the rest (and the rest) to these VRBO rentals. The full kitchens and coffee makers come standard when you choose a home instead of a hotel.

  1. Oak Creek Granary VRBO Location: Bottineau, NDSize: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 5 Price: $90/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, coffee and tea, books and games, smart TV, walking distance to downtown, pet-friendly Ratings: 5 stars Built from an early 1900s granary, this home moved here in the 1940s and started transforming into the Oak Creek Granary you see here today. Not only is this location a short drive to the Turtle Mountains, but it also has plenty of shopping, dining, and downtown activities. Bottineau, ND 58318, USA 2. Birder’s Paradise VRBO Location: Williston, NDSize: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 4 Price: $86/night Amenities: Fireplace, massage chair, sauna, wrap-around porch, pet-friendly Ratings: 4 stars Located along the Missouri River, this Birder’s Paradise farmhouse is perfect if you don’t need a lot of space to rest. Renting only the upper levels of the house is all you need if you are out exploring or only need one night on a road trip. Any time you spend at the house can easily be used up while you take in endless stunning views from the wrap-around porch. If you’re a birdwatcher, make sure to bring your binoculars. Williston, ND 58801, USA 3. Antelope Lakehouse VRBO Location: Harvey, NDSize: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps 8 Price: $180/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, electric fireplace, fire pit, outdoor furniture, books and games, smart TV, kids’ toys and games, gravel parking, year-round availability, pet-friendly Ratings: 5 stars If you have the need for a quiet lakeside getaway, you’ll find it at the Antelope Lakehouse. Antelope Lake has 2600 acres of water to enjoy without many homes or cabins to make the area busy. Visitors are also welcome to bring their boats, canoes, jet skis, and fishing equipment out to the water for recreation during downtime. Harvey, ND 58341, USA

Best Places to Stay in North Dakota for Families

Family vacation planning has a lot of stress factors to consider, not to mention any stress you might accumulate while on the road. Alleviating that stress often starts with a great night’s sleep, which these vacation rentals provide without any hassle. If your big group wants to go on an adventure in North Dakota, these rentals have just what you need. A Family-friendly vacation needs all the space you can get.

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Location: Bottineau, NDSize: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 5 Price: $90/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, coffee and tea, books and games, smart TV, walking distance to downtown, pet-friendly Ratings: 5 stars Built from an early 1900s granary, this home moved here in the 1940s and started transforming into the Oak Creek Granary you see here today. Not only is this location a short drive to the Turtle Mountains, but it also has plenty of shopping, dining, and downtown activities.

Bottineau, ND 58318, USA

Location: Williston, NDSize: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 4 Price: $86/night Amenities: Fireplace, massage chair, sauna, wrap-around porch, pet-friendly Ratings: 4 stars Located along the Missouri River, this Birder’s Paradise farmhouse is perfect if you don’t need a lot of space to rest. Renting only the upper levels of the house is all you need if you are out exploring or only need one night on a road trip. Any time you spend at the house can easily be used up while you take in endless stunning views from the wrap-around porch. If you’re a birdwatcher, make sure to bring your binoculars.

Williston, ND 58801, USA

Location: Harvey, NDSize: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps 8 Price: $180/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, electric fireplace, fire pit, outdoor furniture, books and games, smart TV, kids’ toys and games, gravel parking, year-round availability, pet-friendly Ratings: 5 stars If you have the need for a quiet lakeside getaway, you’ll find it at the Antelope Lakehouse. Antelope Lake has 2600 acres of water to enjoy without many homes or cabins to make the area busy. Visitors are also welcome to bring their boats, canoes, jet skis, and fishing equipment out to the water for recreation during downtime.

Harvey, ND 58341, USA

  1. Historic Butler Home VRBO Location: Fargo, NDSize: 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, sleeps 17 Price: $550/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, desk space, grill, heated indoor pool, fire pit, outdoor kids’ play equipment, sauna, smart TV, games and kids’ books, fenced-in yard, driveway parking, pet-friendly Ratings: 4.9 stars The Butler Home is a designer Mid-century Modern house on the historic 8th street, just minutes from downtown Fargo. Your group of up to 17 people has plenty of space to share, from the fenced-in backyard to the heated indoor pool. When you’re not out making memories, everything you need for relaxation is waiting here for your return. With this great location as your home base, everything else can fall into place. Fargo, ND, USA 2. Boots House VRBO Location: Medora, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, sleeps 12 Price: $475/night Amenities: Fireplace, outdoor furniture, kayak/canoe, games and DVDs, pet-friendly Ratings: 4.4 stars The Boots House is a rural slice of paradise out in Medora, with stunning views of the badlands in every direction. Finding peace and quiet is easy when you have all these wide-open spaces surrounding you. Plus, a short drive can take you to shopping opportunities, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and more. Medora, ND 58645, USA 3. Rust House Inn VRBO Location: Jamestown, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, sleeps 8 Price: $252/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, Keurig, sea salt hot tub, fire pit, sauna, smart TV, kayak/canoe on request Ratings: 5 stars If your family isn’t quite so large and you still need a great place to lay your head, the Rust House Inn is always a comfortable and stylish option. Built back in 1925, this Arts-and-Crafts style home is cozy, comfortable, and built for cooking if you plan to use the kitchen during your stay. Jamestown, ND, USA

Best Romantic Places to Stay in North Dakota for Couples

Some might not think that North Dakota is a state with a lot of romance, but wide open spaces with cabins to cozy up in is plenty of romance for the Peace Garden state. Whether you prefer homes with a lot of history or somewhere secluded, there are options of all kinds to choose from. You and your partner will be making romantic memories in no time once you plan the perfect getaway.

Location: Fargo, NDSize: 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, sleeps 17 Price: $550/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, desk space, grill, heated indoor pool, fire pit, outdoor kids’ play equipment, sauna, smart TV, games and kids’ books, fenced-in yard, driveway parking, pet-friendly Ratings: 4.9 stars The Butler Home is a designer Mid-century Modern house on the historic 8th street, just minutes from downtown Fargo. Your group of up to 17 people has plenty of space to share, from the fenced-in backyard to the heated indoor pool. When you’re not out making memories, everything you need for relaxation is waiting here for your return. With this great location as your home base, everything else can fall into place.

Fargo, ND, USA

Location: Medora, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, sleeps 12 Price: $475/night Amenities: Fireplace, outdoor furniture, kayak/canoe, games and DVDs, pet-friendly Ratings: 4.4 stars The Boots House is a rural slice of paradise out in Medora, with stunning views of the badlands in every direction. Finding peace and quiet is easy when you have all these wide-open spaces surrounding you. Plus, a short drive can take you to shopping opportunities, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and more.

Medora, ND 58645, USA

Location: Jamestown, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, sleeps 8 Price: $252/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, Keurig, sea salt hot tub, fire pit, sauna, smart TV, kayak/canoe on request Ratings: 5 stars If your family isn’t quite so large and you still need a great place to lay your head, the Rust House Inn is always a comfortable and stylish option. Built back in 1925, this Arts-and-Crafts style home is cozy, comfortable, and built for cooking if you plan to use the kitchen during your stay.

Jamestown, ND, USA

  1. The Homestead Cabin VRBO Location: Hillsboro, NDSize: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, room for 4 Price: $125/night Amenities: Wi-Fi, kitchenette, grill, rural setting, pet-friendly Ratings: 4.8 stars The Homestead Cabin is positioned away from all the hustle and bustle of the city out at the Hillsboro Campground, 30 minutes away from Fargo or Grand Forks. Between the cozy log exterior and the no-frills inside, you can focus on comfort and quality time snuggled up with your loved one. Hillsboro, ND 58045, USA 2. Vacation Farm VRBO Location: Lyons, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, room for 5 Price: $143/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, fire pit, outdoor furniture, games and puzzles, smart TV Ratings: 4.7 stars On 160 acres, Vacation Farm is a private setting that provides plenty of peace and quiet as well as a cute farm backdrop with cattle to watch. When you aren’t cuddling or enjoying dinner out in Mandan, you can watch the sunset over the farm scene with a warm drink in hand. Lyons, ND 58554, USA

Best Places to Stay in Fargo

Whether you plan to pit stop in Fargo for a night or you’ve chosen it for your next vacation, there are a ton of reasons to stick around. From the Red River Zoo and the Air Museum to the Fargodome or the West Acres Mall, fun is nestled in every corner. Establishing a home base in and around the city is the best way to ensure your plans run smoothly! Thankfully, there are plenty of great options to choose from.

Location: Hillsboro, NDSize: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, room for 4 Price: $125/night Amenities: Wi-Fi, kitchenette, grill, rural setting, pet-friendly Ratings: 4.8 stars The Homestead Cabin is positioned away from all the hustle and bustle of the city out at the Hillsboro Campground, 30 minutes away from Fargo or Grand Forks. Between the cozy log exterior and the no-frills inside, you can focus on comfort and quality time snuggled up with your loved one.

Hillsboro, ND 58045, USA

Location: Lyons, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, room for 5 Price: $143/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, fire pit, outdoor furniture, games and puzzles, smart TV Ratings: 4.7 stars On 160 acres, Vacation Farm is a private setting that provides plenty of peace and quiet as well as a cute farm backdrop with cattle to watch. When you aren’t cuddling or enjoying dinner out in Mandan, you can watch the sunset over the farm scene with a warm drink in hand.

Lyons, ND 58554, USA

  1. 19th Century Fancy VRBO Location: Fargo, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, sleeps 16 Price: $327/night Amenities: Wi-Fi, hot tub, garage, dedicated office space, patio Ratings: 5 stars Sleeping the night away with friends and family in this 19th Century beauty is as easy as can be. Despite being lovingly updated to include modern comforts and decor, this house still retains plenty of charm from when it was built. Plus, being in the suburbs means you’ll enjoy a quieter stay and the ability to access all of the same attractions in town as you would normally. Fargo, ND, USA 2. Bison Hide and Seek VRBO Location: Fargo, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps 8 Price: $220/night Amenities: Wi-fi, walking distance to downtown, office space Ratings: 4.6 stars Within walking distance to downtown Fargo and the Fargodome, this spot with a hidden secret is an excellent home base if you want to catch local events. Though you’re only a couple blocks from all of the action, you’ll find that this neighborhood is decently quiet and has plenty to do. Make sure you have time to play hide-and-seek with a golden bison during your stay! Fargo, ND, USA 3. Colorful. Historic. Fargo. VRBO Location: Downtown Fargo, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 8 Price: $158/night Amenities: Wi-Fi, historic home, walking distance to broadway, jacuzzi bathtub Ratings: 5 stars Though this colorful home is sitting on a busy street, the reason for all of the hustle and bustle is because there is so much to do in downtown Fargo. Being within walking distance of broadway and close to art museums, restaurants, and shopping is well worth the busy street. Fargo, ND, USA

Best Places to Stay in Bismarck

When you aren’t headed toward Fargo, you might find yourself traveling through Bismarck. Finding a place to stay is no hardship, whether you plan to stick around for an adventure or continue on your journey after a night’s sleep. Many visitors make time to enjoy the Dakota Zoo, Heritage Center, State Capitol, and more while they’re here.

Location: Fargo, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, sleeps 16 Price: $327/night Amenities: Wi-Fi, hot tub, garage, dedicated office space, patio Ratings: 5 stars Sleeping the night away with friends and family in this 19th Century beauty is as easy as can be. Despite being lovingly updated to include modern comforts and decor, this house still retains plenty of charm from when it was built. Plus, being in the suburbs means you’ll enjoy a quieter stay and the ability to access all of the same attractions in town as you would normally.

Location: Fargo, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, sleeps 8 Price: $220/night Amenities: Wi-fi, walking distance to downtown, office space Ratings: 4.6 stars Within walking distance to downtown Fargo and the Fargodome, this spot with a hidden secret is an excellent home base if you want to catch local events. Though you’re only a couple blocks from all of the action, you’ll find that this neighborhood is decently quiet and has plenty to do. Make sure you have time to play hide-and-seek with a golden bison during your stay!

Location: Downtown Fargo, NDSize: 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 8 Price: $158/night Amenities: Wi-Fi, historic home, walking distance to broadway, jacuzzi bathtub Ratings: 5 stars Though this colorful home is sitting on a busy street, the reason for all of the hustle and bustle is because there is so much to do in downtown Fargo. Being within walking distance of broadway and close to art museums, restaurants, and shopping is well worth the busy street.

  1. The Split Rock VRBO Location: Bismarck, NDSize: 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 8 (7 adults) Price: $193/night Amenities: Wi-Fi, fireplace, outdoor furniture, garage parking, dedicated office space Ratings: 4.8 stars Staying at The Split Rock is a great option for groups and families who need a place to relax and unwind before their next adventure. Whether you’re headed beyond to some of North Dakota’s natural beauties or you plan to stick around town for a while, Split Rock has plenty of beds to go around, and a coffee and tea bar to make sure you wake up refreshed and ready for the day ahead. Bismarck, ND, USA 2. Restored 1928 Home VRBO Location: Mandan, NDSize: 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, sleeps 6 Price: $128/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, smart TV, driveway parking, porch seating area Ratings: 4.8 stars If you’re looking for a place with a bit of vintage flair and history, this restored 1928 home might be just the right fit for you. Located in Mandan, a suburb of Bismarck, you can avoid the busy city streets around your home while still being close to all of the activities you’re here for. Though the house has been updated with modern decor and comforts, there is still plenty of vintage character in these walls. Mandan, ND 58554, USA

From rural homes with amazing views to city spots with everything at your fingertips, there is a rental fit for everyone if you look hard enough. With all sorts of adventures across North Dakota and beyond, road trips through these parts should always include a comfortable bed and a cozy home to temporarily call your own. Making memories in these parts starts with a good night’s sleep, which you’ll find in the above best places to stay in North Dakota.

Location: Bismarck, NDSize: 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, sleeps 8 (7 adults) Price: $193/night Amenities: Wi-Fi, fireplace, outdoor furniture, garage parking, dedicated office space Ratings: 4.8 stars Staying at The Split Rock is a great option for groups and families who need a place to relax and unwind before their next adventure. Whether you’re headed beyond to some of North Dakota’s natural beauties or you plan to stick around town for a while, Split Rock has plenty of beds to go around, and a coffee and tea bar to make sure you wake up refreshed and ready for the day ahead.

Bismarck, ND, USA

Location: Mandan, NDSize: 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, sleeps 6 Price: $128/night Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, smart TV, driveway parking, porch seating area Ratings: 4.8 stars If you’re looking for a place with a bit of vintage flair and history, this restored 1928 home might be just the right fit for you. Located in Mandan, a suburb of Bismarck, you can avoid the busy city streets around your home while still being close to all of the activities you’re here for. Though the house has been updated with modern decor and comforts, there is still plenty of vintage character in these walls.

Mandan, ND 58554, USA

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The Best Places To Stay In North Dakota January 01, 2023 Only In North Dakota What are the best unique hotels in North Dakota? Cool hotels in North Dakota aren’t too hard to find.

The beautiful Bismarck Dollhouse is as delightful as it gets; Hotel Donaldson is full of art; The haunted Rough Riders Hotel is a spooktacular spot for ND ghost hunters to spend the night!

  Where are the most unique getaways in North Dakota? North Dakota is home to plenty of adventures when you want a unique and fun getaway.

Sleep royally at The Enchanted Castle; Curl up in a cozy cabin in North Dakota; The unique covered wagon campground is a fun and unique getaway in ND!

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The Best Places To Stay In North Dakota

January 01, 2023

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What are the best unique hotels in North Dakota? Cool hotels in North Dakota aren’t too hard to find.

The beautiful Bismarck Dollhouse is as delightful as it gets; Hotel Donaldson is full of art; The haunted Rough Riders Hotel is a spooktacular spot for ND ghost hunters to spend the night!

  Where are the most unique getaways in North Dakota? North Dakota is home to plenty of adventures when you want a unique and fun getaway.

Sleep royally at The Enchanted Castle; Curl up in a cozy cabin in North Dakota; The unique covered wagon campground is a fun and unique getaway in ND!

The OIYS Visitor Center

The OIYS Visitor Center

Cool hotels in North Dakota aren’t too hard to find.

  • The beautiful Bismarck Dollhouse is as delightful as it gets;
  • Hotel Donaldson is full of art;
  • The haunted Rough Riders Hotel is a spooktacular spot for ND ghost hunters to spend the night!

 

Where are the most unique getaways in North Dakota?

North Dakota is home to plenty of adventures when you want a unique and fun getaway.

  • Sleep royally at The Enchanted Castle;
  • Curl up in a cozy cabin in North Dakota;
  • The unique covered wagon campground is a fun and unique getaway in ND!