Our family (including 2 young children) stayed at the Shoreline the last 4 years for 3-4 nights per visit. We were there in July/August when the weather is great and even during this "busy" season the hotel and the city were very laid-back and relaxing. We find the hotel comfortable and very convenient to walk to everything in Grand Marais. We especially enjoyed our morning strolls out to Artist's Point and the Lighthouse. The rooms are fairly small but clean, ask for a second level room facing the lake - these are by far the best rooms. The ones facing the parking lot on the first level are not recommended. The owners are friendly and helpful. There is a great deck behind the hotel facing Lake Superior where you can have morning coffee or just relax. The only downside is the small bathrooms with very little counter space. The decor could use some updating, but overall we find this a wonderful, relaxing family spot.