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An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, tiled floor, and large windows.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window providing a view.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view through a door.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a granite countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

12.1 km from Bay Lake

JANELL

￥18,257

￥20,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A lodge with a playground, a dock with canoes, and a lake.

A window with a view of a lake, a dock, and trees.

A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by trees and a playground.

2. Good Ol' Days Resort

20 km from Bay Lake

Pat

￥11,376

￥13,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a blue floral sofa, a grey armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp. There is a large window with blinds, a wall-mounted heater, and a sign for Days Inn & Suites.

A multi-story building with a flat roof and large windows. There are several cars parked in front.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and outdoor seating.

3. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

12.1 km from Bay Lake

Glen

￥12,626

￥13,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and a clear view of the pool area.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel with a stone facade, green roof, and a parking lot with cars.

4. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

11.6 km from Bay Lake

Barbara

￥15,982

￥17,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a dining table, and a staircase with a wooden railing.

A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a leather armchair, and a plaid ottoman. There is a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A bedroom with large windows, a bed, a TV, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a large island with bar stools.

5. Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

9.7 km from Bay Lake

Andrew

￥19,107

￥22,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a staircase with black railings, and a seating area with blue sofas.

An indoor swimming pool with slides, a rock formation, and a chevron-patterned floor.

A snack bar with various packaged foods and a Coca-Cola refrigerator.

6. Rapid River Lodge

11.5 km from Bay Lake

Jerry

￥19,715

￥21,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A child in a pool area with water jets, a speed limit sign, and a metal railing.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a television.

A compact kitchenette with a sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, including a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

11.6 km from Bay Lake

Brittany

￥20,066

￥22,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a signboard, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a standing lamp, a heater, and a window with a view.

A modern interior with a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and large windows with blinds.

8. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

12.6 km from Bay Lake

Mary

￥15,310

￥16,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor pool with a waterfall feature, stone walls, and a mural of a natural landscape.

A rustic room with a welcome sign, a mural of a forest, a bed, a table, and a bench.

A staircase with wooden railings, a stone wall, and a fireplace. There are two upholstered chairs and a lamp.

A building with a stone facade, a wooden entrance canopy, and a clear sky.

9. The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

11.2 km from Bay Lake

Amy

￥18,059

￥21,624 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An indoor swimming pool with a view of the water outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a television, a painting, and a wall with a list of lake rules.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling beams, and a seating arrangement with tables and chairs.

An outdoor patio area with Adirondack chairs and tables, a golf course in the background, and a clear blue sky.

10. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

3.6 km from Bay Lake

Michelle

￥20,405

￥21,911 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A living room with a leather sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden side table with a lamp, a rug, and a bear statue.

A tree with white blossoms in front of a house.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a blue armchair, and a unique blue armchair with a cloud design. There's a framed picture on the wall, a lamp on a side table, and a rug on the floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

11.9 km from Bay Lake

diane

￥11,660

￥12,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern room with large windows overlooking a lake, a cozy seating area, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with a central island, black bar stools, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a grey sofa in a living area.

A modern, two-story cabin with large glass windows, surrounded by tall pine trees.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a fireplace, a bed, and a seating area.

12. Nature Link Resort

19 km from Bay Lake

Erin

￥30,043

￥37,098 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a TV, a painting, and a bathtub.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, artwork, and an exit sign.

A spa area with a seating arrangement, a pool, and a view of the outdoors.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a large window, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

13. Nisswa Hotel and Suites

17.2 km from Bay Lake

Ben

￥7,647

￥11,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a Christmas tree.

A buffet setup with multiple beverage dispensers, bowls, and a counter.

A hotel hallway with a patterned carpet, wooden flooring, and doors on both sides.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a red armchair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

14. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

15.8 km from Bay Lake

Joey

￥11,536

￥12,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A reception area with a blue wall, a reception desk, a leather sofa, two chairs, a potted plant, and a clock.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a brick pillar, and a mailbox.

A hallway with vending machines and a microwave sign.

15. Eastwood Inn

19.4 km from Bay Lake

Faith

￥17,378

￥18,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a refrigerator.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a black leather sofa, and a small ottoman.

A bedroom with a bed, a window, a painting on the wall, and a wooden panel wall.

A compact kitchen with wooden walls, a sink, a stove, and a small window.

16. GULL LAKE MOTEL

12 km from Bay Lake

￥102,026

￥117,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Bay Lake

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Good Ol' Days Resort	9.4 Exceptional 763 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area	8.8 Excellent 886 reviews	View
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant	9.2 Wonderful 392 reviews	View

Top Bay Lake Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel for the price. Staff was friendly and room was clean!"

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Good breakfast. Helpful staff. Our room was clean and comfortable. We had a very enjoyable stay."

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

10/10 Excellent

"Great views from resort rooms and several of the cabins. The whole resort was newer with top notch facilities. Awesome place. I wasn’t super impressed with the friendliness and hospitality of the staff at both the bar and restaurant and front desk. They were fine but definitely could be improved. It would definitely improve the experience to hire more outgoing and friendly bartenders and staff."

Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and staff were professional. The downside was the breakfast which I would describe as sparse and bland. We made ourselves a waffle and had some watered-down juice and plain tea. The only other offerings were bananas and packaged muffins."

Luxury Lakefront Retreat, Hot Tub, Game Room, Views

10/10 Excellent

"Nice house. Beautiful view. Kids had plenty to do. Had a great time."

5 BR, Movie Theater, Game Room, Swimming Beach

10/10 Excellent

"This house fit our family. We had 10 adults and 3 children. We loved the game room in the garage. Two of the children were 11 year old girls and they had a blast singing along to videos in the theater.. We are checking schedules for next year and would like to stay here again."

Rapid River Lodge

8/10 Good

"With Breakfast everything was out of order and tables were all dirty. Hotel staff was sitting behind front counter talking guest had to go ask for things including the omelettes that were kept in the freezer. When booking a room for 6 guestst they only include 4 wristbands the others you need to purchase. Staff in the waterpark was inconsistent one day my grandson was ok you use the big water slide being a 1/2 to short. The next day it was a no. He can't go down them."

Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

10/10 Excellent

"As I said earlier, the staff was friendly and helpful, the room was very clean, the bed so comfortable, and the pool/hot tub area was very nice and lots of towels available to dry off."

Lakeview East Gull Lake Condo, Playground, Firepit, Boat Rentals

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful time. We have 3 boys and they had a blast, The lake was amazing. The beach area was perfect. We loved using the kayaks. We are planning on visiting again."

Other attractions near Bay Lake

Legacy at Cragun's

7.6/10 (45 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at Legacy at Cragun's. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Social 9

7.6/10 (15 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at Social 9. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Pine Beach

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at Pine Beach. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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The Classic at Madden's Golf Course

8.0/10 (43 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at The Classic at Madden's Golf Course. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Cragun's Legacy Courses

8.2/10 (22 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at Cragun's Legacy Courses. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Stephens Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Stephens Lake during your travels in East Gull Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Lower Whipple Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lower Whipple Lake during your travels in Baxter. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Beauty Lake

8.4/10 (12 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Beauty Lake during your travels in Pillager. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bay Lake?

Bay Lake is located in an area that travelers like for its water parks. You'll find 31 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Bay Lake?

Cragun's Resort & Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a golf course and 5 restaurants. It's located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Bay Lake. Another good choice is Maddens On Gull Lake, located 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

How many hotels are there near Bay Lake?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Bay Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bay Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Bay Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Bay Lake?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Bay Lake, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Bay Lake?

At Beauty Lake, Stephens Lake, and Lower Whipple Lake, you can surround yourself with nature. Pine Beach, Legacy at Cragun's, or The Classic at Madden's Golf Course are some local sights worth checking out. Cragun's Legacy Courses and Social 9 are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for Bay Lake hotels

1. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

2. Good Ol' Days Resort

3. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

4. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

5. Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

6. Rapid River Lodge

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

8. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

9. The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

12. Nature Link Resort

13. Nisswa Hotel and Suites

14. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

15. Eastwood Inn

16. GULL LAKE MOTEL

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Top Bay Lake Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Luxury Lakefront Retreat, Hot Tub, Game Room, Views

5 BR, Movie Theater, Game Room, Swimming Beach

Rapid River Lodge

Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Lakeview East Gull Lake Condo, Playground, Firepit, Boat Rentals

Other attractions near Bay Lake

Legacy at Cragun's

Social 9

Pine Beach

The Classic at Madden's Golf Course

Cragun's Legacy Courses

Stephens Lake

Lower Whipple Lake

Beauty Lake

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