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

Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Pre-Mother's Day Lunch Cruise
Pre-Mother's Day Lunch Cruise
  • Enjoy this day with mom, daughter, aunts, and friends. Enjoy lunch while cruising the scenic St. Croix River. Beat the Mother's Day rush!
  • Saturday May 9, 2026
Date Night at Swirl!
Date Night at Swirl!
  • Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
  • Wednesday May 13, 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 on the St. Croix River Cruises with our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday May 15, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Date Night at Swirl!
Date Night at Swirl!
  • Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
  • Wednesday May 20, 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 on the St. Croix River Cruises with our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday May 22, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Date Night at Swirl!
Date Night at Swirl!
  • Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
  • Wednesday May 27, 2026
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Swirl Wine Bar Trivia Night
Swirl Wine Bar Trivia Night
Crab legs Friday--Only $29.99!
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening on the St. Croix River Cruises with our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday May 29, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Jun 2, 2026
Date Night at Swirl!
Date Night at Swirl!
  • Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
  • Wednesday Jun 3, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening on the St. Croix River Cruises with our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Jun 5, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Jun 9, 2026
Date Night at Swirl!
Date Night at Swirl!
  • Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
  • Wednesday Jun 10, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening on the St. Croix River Cruises with our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Jun 12, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
Date Night at Swirl!
Date Night at Swirl!
  • Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
  • Wednesday Jun 17, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening on the St. Croix River Cruises with our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Jun 19, 2026
Father’s Day Brunch at the Afton House Inn!
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Jun 23, 2026
Date Night at Swirl!
Date Night at Swirl!
  • Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
  • Wednesday Jun 24, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening on the St. Croix River Cruises with our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Jun 26, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Jun 30, 2026
Date Night at Swirl!
Date Night at Swirl!
  • Wednesdays are Date Night here at Swirl! 2 salads, 1 flatbread, 2 truffles, and a bottle of house wine for just $42!
  • Wednesday Jul 1, 2026
CURRENT's Thursday Ribeye Special
Wine Tasting Swirl Wine Bar Every Friday 6:30
Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Experience a memorable evening on the St. Croix River Cruises with our Sunset Italian Dinner Cruise.
  • Friday Jul 3, 2026
Fireworks Stillwater Display Cruise on the St. Croix River Cruise
Fireworks Stillwater Display Cruise on the St. Croix River Cruise
  • Experience the magic of Independence Day from the best seat in the house — aboard a St. Croix River Cruise July 4th
  • Saturday Jul 4, 2026
Sunday Brunch Cruise
Fireworks Dinner Cruise (Hudson)
  • Fireworks Dinner Cruise. Enjoy a lovely dinner on the water, followed by a spectacular fireworks display with a view that can't be beat!
  • Sunday Jul 5, 2026
Fireworks Display Cruise - (Cruising to Stillwater)
Fireworks Display Cruise - (Cruising to Stillwater)
Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise
  • Break up your week with a Fajita & 2-for-1 Margarita Cruise from St. Croix River Cruises!
  • Tuesday Jul 7, 2026