Minot

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Minot
Minot
Minot
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Visit the Magic City to experience American Scandinavian culture, riverside wildlife and exhilarating ice hockey matches.

Nicknamed “Magic City” for its rapid growth from tent town to city, Minot comes alive in summertime for the North Dakota State Fair. Enjoy music and street performances, agricultural expositions, carnival rides and food vendors making up an exciting week in July.

Despite being a busy cosmopolitan city, Minot has hung onto its small-town hospitality and gives a warm welcome even in the colder months. Minot is located in a scenic valley carved into the North Dakota prairies by the Souris River, just an hour’s drive south of the Canadian border. Home to the Festivals, a thriving arts and culture scene and the Minot Minotauros ice hockey team, Minot offers year-round attractions for diverse tastes.

More than one-third of Minot residents have Scandinavian ancestors the city has honored this connection with the biggest Scandinavian-American festival in the U.S., Norsk Høstfest. Join in the autumn fun and celebrate Nordic culture, craft and cuisine. Dance the night away with traditional folk dances and shout “Skål!” with the locals when you clink glasses of Norwegian ale. Hotels fill up fast in fall, so book ahead to avoid disappointment.

Spectacular wildlife flourishes on Minot’s riverside during the warmer months. Walk or ride your bike along the 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) Riverwalk Path to see rare and beautiful birds that live alongside the Souris River. Visit Scandinavian Heritage Park to see fantastic replicas of Scandinavian architecture, including a stave church and larger-than-life red carved Dala Horse. 

Visit the Magic City in summer or fall to get the full Minot festival experience. Winters are very cold in the north, so be prepared and bring warm clothes. 

Take Amtrak’s Empire Builder line to reach Minot by train. Minot International Airport, conveniently located on the city’s North Hill, has regular flights to and from Denver, Las Vegas, Minneapolis and Phoenix.

You can also reach Minot by car along the scenic route from Minnesota to Montana, passing through forested lands reminiscent of the Old Country of Scandinavia.

Motel 6 Minot, ND

Motel 6 Minot, ND

2 out of 5
1515 22nd Ave SW, Minot, ND
The price is CA $80 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
CA $80
CA $89 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Minot. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
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Motel 6 Minot, ND
Comfort Suites Minot

Comfort Suites Minot

2.5 out of 5
601 22nd Avenue SW, Minot, ND
The price is CA $110 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
CA $110
CA $121 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Minot. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Staff was friendly. Pool area was good, a little crowded. Overall good experience."

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Comfort Suites Minot
Microtel Inn And Suites Minot

Microtel Inn And Suites Minot

2.5 out of 5
414 37th Ave Sw, Minot, ND
The price is CA $96 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
CA $96
CA $108 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Minot. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Another great stay"

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Microtel Inn And Suites Minot
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
1-bedroom apartment in beautiful Minot by the Dakota Square Mall.

1-bedroom apartment in beautiful Minot by the Dakota Square Mall.

Minot
Stay at this apartment in Minot. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Dakota Square Mall and Scandinavian Heritage Park are located nearby.
Close to restaurants
"Convenient location near many restaurants, worked out as a good stopover with our itinerary."

Reviewed on Jun. 27, 2025

1-bedroom apartment in beautiful Minot by the Dakota Square Mall.
Free Breakfast. Pool & Hot Tub. Gym. Near the Minot Air Force Base!

Free Breakfast. Pool & Hot Tub. Gym. Near the Minot Air Force Base!

Minot
Stay at this condo in Minot. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Dakota Square Mall and Scandinavian Heritage Park are ...
Free Breakfast. Pool & Hot Tub. Gym. Near the Minot Air Force Base!
One Bedroom Downtown UPDATED and New Appliances.

One Bedroom Downtown UPDATED and New Appliances.

Minot
Stay at this apartment in Minot. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Railroad Museum & Magic City Express and Scandinavian Heritage Park are located ...
One Bedroom Downtown UPDATED and New Appliances.
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