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Who would want to stay in a haunted hotel? That was my first thought when I stumbled upon the Palmer House Hotel in Sauk Centre. But it turns out, a lot of people want the chance to check in to this spooky spot in central Minnesota. And there’s a reason: unlike the haunted houses you’re used to visiting during Halloween, the ghosts in this house may actually be real. It’s unclear where they come from, but paranormal professionals have suggested that dozens of spirits are constantly passing through. Here’s what you need to know before you book a stay.

The Palmer House Hotel has a long history. In 1901, it was rebuilt on the grounds of the Sauk Centre Hotel after it burnt down the year before. The modern design quickly made it a popular spot for locals and tourists.
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Over the years, guests - and employees - started reporting strange sights and sounds. There are dozens of stories surrounding the Palmer House's paranormal activity.
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One guest reported seeing a young boy bouncing a ball down a hallway. Other sightings include books flying from shelves, glass cups shattering, and an old man standing at the foot of a bed. Shudder.
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The basement is considered one of the most haunted spots in the hotel. It is also recommended that guests who want a ghostly experience in the middle of the night should stay in room 11 or 17.
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But the current owner, Kelley Freese, doesn't shy away from the hotel's spooky reputation. Guests can take guided tours of the hotel, including the haunted basement.
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You're also able to investigate the house for ghost activity on your own. Ghost hunting teams can spend 1 1/2 hours in the basement, and 2 1/2 hours investigating the rest of the property.
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Dozens of ghost hunters - including the Travel Channel's Ghost Adventures team, have done work in the hotel. It's been featured in local and national media as a truly haunted destination.
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But you don't have to sleep in a haunted room to get the ghost hotel experience. The Palmer House also hosts tons of other events throughout the year. Psychic readings, presentations, classes and more.
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Have you ever stayed at this haunted hotel? Would you? If you’re still not creeped out, read more about sightings at the Palmer House Hotel here.

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