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Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
3.0 star property
Onamia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,372 reviews)
The price is $89
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Grand View Lodge
Grand View Lodge
3.5 star property
Nisswa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (894 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Lakeside golf resort with 7 restaurants and spa treatments on Nisswa's shore.
The price is $109
$129 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Grand View Lodge
Good Ol' Days Resort
Good Ol' Days Resort
3.5 star property
Nisswa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (676 reviews)
The price is $75
$87 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Good Ol' Days Resort
Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites
Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites
2.5 star property
Crosslake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Laid-back lakeside retreat with hot tub and cafe in Crosslake's recreation hub.
The price is $99
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites
AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
2.5 star property
Pequot Lakes
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (330 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Lakeside escape with indoor pool and golf access in Pequot Lakes.
The price is $134
$145 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
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, (1,001 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Tranquil Baxter retreat with indoor pool, minutes from Mississippi River.
The price is $80
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
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, (1,003 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Convenient Brainerd retreat offers fitness center, indoor pool, and hot tub.
The price is $121
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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, (819 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Quiet hotel near Mississippi River with family-friendly pools and fitness center.
The price is $105
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
EconoLux Inn
EconoLux Inn
2.0 star property
Staples
The price is $77
$86 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
EconoLux Inn
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
3.0 star property
Nisswa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (359 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Serene lakeside escape with marina access, water activities, and beachfront dining.
The price is $114
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
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, (808 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Lakeside comfort near the Mississippi with perks of free breakfast and parking.
The price is $68
$75 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
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, (875 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Stay near waterpark fun with a lazy river and family-friendly American dining.
The price is $132
$146 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
Manhattan Beach Lodge
Manhattan Beach Lodge
2.0 star property
Crosslake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (59 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Lakeside lodge in Crosslake with convenient access to Big Trout Lake.
The price is $102
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Manhattan Beach Lodge
Cragun's Resort & Hotel
Cragun's Resort & Hotel
3.0 star property
Brainerd
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (361 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Find lakeside bliss at Brainerd's resort with indoor and outdoor pools, golf, and 5 restaurants.
The price is $129
$139 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Cragun's Resort & Hotel
AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
2.5 star property
Baxter
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (261 reviews)
The price is $71
$79 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
Rapid River Lodge
Rapid River Lodge
2.5 star property
Baxter
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (964 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Riverside retreat with lazy river and hot tub, minutes from Northland Arboretum.
The price is $129
$143 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
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, (1,003 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Experience central Minnesota's water park fun with a lazy river and lodge-style stay.
The price is $114
$137 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
3.0 star property
Deerwood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (351 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Beach resort with 2 restaurants, a spa, and unlimited water activities on Bay Lake.
The price is $111
$131 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
Nisswa Hotel and Suites
Nisswa Hotel and Suites
2.0 star property
Nisswa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (10 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Tranquil lakeside retreat with hiking trails and mountain biking just minutes from Gull Lake.
The price is $62
$68 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Nisswa Hotel and Suites
The Nisswa Motel
The Nisswa Motel
2.0 star property
Nisswa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
The price is $115
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
The Nisswa Motel
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Top landmarks in Brainerd

Brainerd and related destinations

A talking Paul Bunyan statue greets visitors with surprising familiarity at Paul Bunyan Land, where childhood nostalgia meets quirky roadside attraction. The Mississippi River flows casually through town, seemingly unaware of its celebrity status. Locals proudly mention their "400-plus lakes" like someone discussing a prized collection. At Brainerd International Raceway, engines roar while spectators debate horsepower over cheese curds. North Central Speedway offers dirt-track racing where mud spatters become souvenirs. Paddle Gull Lake past waterfront cabins that have witnessed generations of family vacations. This Old Farm provides a glimpse of rural life without actual farming. Water parks offer respite when temperatures reach what locals call "pretty warm."

Panorama of a calm trout lake in northern Minnesota at sunset during autumn

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What hotels do travelers like in Brainerd?
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Brainerd?
If you need the flexibility to change your travel plans to Brainerd, most hotels provide refundable* bookable rates. You can find these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Brainerd if I'm looking for an affordable accommodation?
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN and Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd are two accommodations you might want to consider that'll save you money.
Where can I stay in Brainerd if I want a vacation home instead of a hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 52 vacation homes. You also might want to book one of 14 cottages or 42 cabins.
What will the weather in Brainerd be like during my vacation?
The warmest months in Brainerd are usually July and August with an average temp of 66°F. January and February are the chilliest months when the average temp is 18°F. The rainiest months are June and May.
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