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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
3.0 star property
Brainerd
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (893 reviews)
"Yes, very good and hot."
United States
keri
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
2.0 star property
Brainerd
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms are clean, staff is wonderful. Good coffee too"
United States
Jennifer
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
2.5 star property
Baxter
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (832 reviews)
"Great staff, clean room, safe environment, convenient to everything in the area."
United States
Amy
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Rapid River Lodge

Rapid River Lodge
2.5 star property
Baxter
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (987 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Jeff
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Rapid River Lodge

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.0 star property
Brainerd
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Cozy room, fun waterpark and friendly staff at the hotel and restaurant "
United States
Ashley
The price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
2.5 star property
Baxter
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Overall hotel is clean,staff was friendly,pool was relaxing - breakfast didnt offer enough options "
United States
Michelle
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
2.0 star property
Baxter
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (816 reviews)
"Good room at a reasonable price."
United States
Douglas
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
3.0 star property
Pequot Lakes
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (332 reviews)
"Good. Under construction but still good"
United States
Amy
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

Garrison Inn & Suites

Garrison Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Garrison
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Garrison Inn & Suites

Grand View Lodge

Grand View Lodge
3.5 star property
Nisswa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (932 reviews)
"Shops nearby and amazing food"
United States
Stacie
Grand View Lodge

Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites

Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites
2.5 star property
Crosslake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (341 reviews)
"Nice place and economical"
United States
Melanie
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites

EconoLux Inn

EconoLux Inn
2.0 star property
Staples
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
EconoLux Inn

Maddens On Gull Lake

Maddens On Gull Lake
4.0 star property
Brainerd
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (211 reviews)
"Beautiful place with amazing hospitality!"
United States
Gregg
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Maddens On Gull Lake

Nisswa Hotel and Suites

Nisswa Hotel and Suites
2.0 star property
Nisswa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (37 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay. The manager is very friendly and helpful and amenities "
United States
Angela
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Nisswa Hotel and Suites

Whitefish Lodge and Suites

Whitefish Lodge and Suites
2.5 star property
Crosslake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (169 reviews)
"Breakfast was great! The waffle maker made really big waffles!!"
United States
Sandra
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Whitefish Lodge and Suites

Crosby Lofts

Crosby Lofts
3.0 star property
Crosby
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"The room was very clean and tidy. There are restaurants below the lofts that you stay in. "
United States
Sarah
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Crosby Lofts

River View Lodge

River View Lodge
2.0 star property
Aitkin
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Good motel in Aitkin. "
United States
Darcy
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
River View Lodge

AmericInn by Wyndham Little Falls

AmericInn by Wyndham Little Falls
3.0 star property
Little Falls
7.2 out of 10, Good, (376 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and the bed comfortable. "
United States
Bethany
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
AmericInn by Wyndham Little Falls

Nature Link Resort

Nature Link Resort
3.0 star property
Nisswa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Andrey
The price is NZ$373
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Nature Link Resort

Manhattan Beach Lodge

Manhattan Beach Lodge
2.0 star property
Crosslake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (63 reviews)
"Great place "
United States
Nick
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Manhattan Beach Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Brainerd?
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel offers a water park and free breakfast. Other good choices for your trip include Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Brainerd.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Brainerd has to offer?
Sunset Bay Lodge: This highly rated holiday home rental in Brainerd offers a patio, a garden and a BBQ to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop. Make the most of games in this rental home to help you unwind. Other favourite homes for rent in Brainerd are Large Home- Water Toys, Dock, Deck, Game Room and Relaxing retreat on Rice Lake! Quiet lake views w/full deck, fire pit, & hot tub. See all vacation rentals in Brainerd.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Brainerd, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Brainerd.
What's the best family accommodation in Brainerd?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG is a hotel with free water park access and a lazy river, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Maddens On Gull Lake is another good option for your child-friendly holiday. Also, children of all ages will enjoy a visit to Paul Bunyan Land. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Brainerd.
What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Brainerd?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features a water park and free WiFi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Brainerd.
What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Brainerd?
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers a water park along with TVs for its human guests. Two other good options for you and your pet include Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Brainerd.
What's the best place to stay for a beach holiday in Brainerd?
Cragun's Resort & Hotel is a top hotel with 5 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges, and it's located on the beach . Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort is another good option for your beach trip. See more stays near the beach in Brainerd.
What's the best golf hotel in Brainerd?
Cragun's Resort & Hotel is a top hotel that has a golf course and features free WiFi. Other good options to stay near a golf course include Maddens On Gull Lake and Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort. You can tee off at Cragun's Legacy Courses, Legacy at Cragun's or The Classic at Madden's Golf Course while you're in town. See more golf hotels in Brainerd.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Brainerd?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG is a top hotel with a children's pool, an indoor pool and free water park access. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN is one more option that features an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Brainerd.
What is the best spa hotel in Brainerd?
Maddens On Gull Lake is a top spa hotel featuring 6 restaurants, a golf course, a nightclub and a health club. Spend an afternoon at the spa where you'll find facials, body scrubs and deep-tissue massages. See all spa hotels in Brainerd.
What's the best hotel in Brainerd with a water park on site or close by?
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham is a popular hotel, featuring water park access, a lazy river and a restaurant. You'll find Nisswa Family Fun Center within 12 minutes by car. Another top water park hotel you might want to consider is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG.
What is staying in Brainerd like?
Families will find child-friendly activities in Brainerd, and visitors give high marks for the water parks. This city also attracts tourists with its lakeside setting and waterfalls. In Brainerd, there are 124 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Brainerd.
What should I see while I'm in Brainerd?
Natural beauty is on display at Horseshoe Lake, Long Lake Upper and Gull Lake. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are North Central Speedway and Brainerd International Raceway. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Brainerd guide.
What's the weather like in Brainerd?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -8°C. The snowiest months in Brainerd are March, April, January and December, with each month seeing an average of 16 cm of snowfall.

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