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Afton House Inn & St. Croix River Cruises

Afton House Inn & St. Croix River Cruises
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Hours:

Open 7 days a week for Loding and Dining. Public & Private cruises April - October on the St. Croix

Driving Directions:

From the Twin Cities take 94 East to Exit 258 (St. Croix Trail) Go to the bottom of the ramp and turn right onto County Rd. 18.
Continue South for 4.5 miles to 3291 St. Croix Trail S.

About Us

The Historic Afton House Inn and St. Croix River Cruises offers Lodging in the oldest Hotel in the State of Minnesota. 24 rooms all renovated with King or Queen Beds, Fireplaces and Jacuzzis. Each room has a unique decor.

You can Choose to dine at 3 restaurants on site. The Wheel or Pennington Room offers casual fine dining. The CURRENT restaurant and bar is casual dining and also includes a patio dining in the spring, summer & fall. Swirl Wine Bar is great for a glass of wine, bottle of wine and great food & atmosphere. Enjoy the patio in the summer or sit and sip wine near the fireplace in the cooler season.

Enjoy the St. Croix River and take a public or private cruise with Afton Hudson Cruise Lines. We have Public and Private cruises which cruise from the Pier in Hudson Wisconsin.

Planning an event contact Dan or Jessica in the Sales office for Corporate, Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries and more. Each of our Venues offers something for everyone.

Enjoy the quaint town of Afton. Walking distance to shops, park and beach. Golf and Skiing within 5 miles.

We look forward to you coming to Afton or Hudson

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Historic Afton House Inn
Braised Short Ribs
CURRENT Burger - CURRENT Restaurant
Flaming Steak Diane
CURRENT Restaurant
Wheel Room Afton House Inn
Swirl Wine Bar
Grand Duchess Charter Boat
Afton Princess Charter Boat
Sweet Afton Charter Boat
Wedding on Grand Duchess Charter Boat
Wedding Couple on Afton Princess Charter Boat

Events

CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening with St. Croix River Cruises on our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Jul 24, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Fajita & Margarita Cruises - St. Croix River Cruises, Hudson WI - Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Jul 28, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening with St. Croix River Cruises on our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Jul 31, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Fajita & Margarita Cruises - St. Croix River Cruises, Hudson WI - Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Aug 4, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening with St. Croix River Cruises on our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Aug 7, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Fajita & Margarita Cruises - St. Croix River Cruises, Hudson WI - Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Aug 11, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening with St. Croix River Cruises on our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Aug 14, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Fajita & Margarita Cruises - St. Croix River Cruises, Hudson WI - Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Aug 18, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening with St. Croix River Cruises on our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Aug 21, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Fajita & Margarita Cruises - St. Croix River Cruises, Hudson WI - Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Aug 25, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening with St. Croix River Cruises on our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Aug 28, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Fajita & Margarita Cruises - St. Croix River Cruises, Hudson WI - Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Sep 1, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening with St. Croix River Cruises on our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Sep 4, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Fajita & Margarita Cruises - St. Croix River Cruises, Hudson WI - Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Sep 8, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening with St. Croix River Cruises on our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Sep 11, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Fajita & Margarita Cruises - St. Croix River Cruises, Hudson WI - Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Sep 15, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Vineyards of the Croix Cruise - Wine Tasting and Dinner
Vineyards of the Croix Cruise - Wine Tasting and Dinner
  • Enjoy a gourmet dinner & wine tasting on the Grand Duchess. Hors d'oeuvres, dessert, and more than 40 wines to taste. Cash bar for cocktails & soft drinks.
  • Friday Sep 18, 2026
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening with St. Croix River Cruises on our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Sep 18, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Fajita & Margarita Cruises - St. Croix River Cruises, Hudson WI - Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Sep 22, 2026