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Oct 30 - Nov 1
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Our top choices for Brainerd family-friendly hotels

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

1. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
3.0 star property
Baxter
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (388 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good!"
United States
Cindy
The price is ￥14,607
￥16,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a Christmas tree.

2. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd
2.5 star property
Brainerd
6.4 out of 10, (817 reviews)
"Nice rooms and staff"
United States
Joey
The price is ￥11,063
￥12,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd
An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, tiled floor, and large windows.

3. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and kind"
United States
Samantha
The price is ￥18,503
￥20,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and a clear view of the pool area.

4. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
2.5 star property
Baxter
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (895 reviews)
"Quick check-in, clean and good stay got the value."
United States
Susan
The price is ￥15,009
￥16,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
A bed with white bedding and pillows.

5. 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)
"Great hotel for the price. Staff was friendly and room was clean!"
United States
Ann
The price is ￥13,535
￥15,008 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, a seating area with a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

6. Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
3.0 star property
Onamia
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,349 reviews)
"Great stay, clean well run casino and motel."
United States
Todd
The price is ￥12,629
￥13,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and a mural of a forest.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
3.0 star property
Brainerd
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (946 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Brittany
The price is ￥19,392
￥21,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a cozy seating area.

8. Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites

Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites
2.5 star property
Crosslake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (478 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
brent
The price is ￥17,026
￥18,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay loads of fun!"
United States
Amy
The price is ￥16,885
￥20,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a desk with a chair, and a small stool.

10. River View Lodge

River View Lodge
2.0 star property
Aitkin
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"A very nice place to stay while biking in the Cuyuna area."
United States
Maria
The price is ￥20,528
￥22,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
River View Lodge
An indoor swimming pool with a slide, surrounded by blue chairs and tables.

11. Rapid River Lodge

Rapid River Lodge
2.5 star property
Baxter
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Overall, a very nice stay!"
United States
Jerry
The price is ￥19,321
￥21,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Rapid River Lodge
A lodge with a playground, a dock with canoes, and a lake.

12. Good Ol' Days Resort

Good Ol' Days Resort
3.5 star property
Nisswa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (777 reviews)
"The room we had was very adequate for our weekend stay. We would recommend this stay to family and friends. It is a family destination with great kids playground, fire pits, outdoor grills, and more."
United States
john
The price is ￥11,352
￥13,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Good Ol' Days Resort
A modern room with large windows overlooking a lake, a cozy seating area, and a fireplace.

13. Nature Link Resort

Nature Link Resort
3.0 star property
Nisswa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (99 reviews)
"Stunning and peaceful property! I also made use of the free access to a kayak and had the most beautiful early morning outing on the lake. Highly recommend!"
United States
Erin
The price is ￥27,779
￥34,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Nature Link Resort
A rustic lodge with a stone facade, a wooden porch, and a small boat in the foreground.

14. AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
3.0 star property
Pequot Lakes
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (380 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful, food was good. We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Harold
The price is ￥21,126
￥22,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
A spacious interior with a high ceiling, large windows, and a fireplace.

15. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Cragun's Resort & Hotel
3.0 star property
Brainerd
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (416 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Michelle
The price is ￥20,338
￥21,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Cragun's Resort & Hotel
A living room with a leather sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden side table with a lamp, a rug, and a bear statue.

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
2.0 star property
Baxter
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (898 reviews)
"Older hotel, but clean. Convenient location, even with construction. Beds were rather soft and breakfast was OK."
United States
Kathleen
The price is ￥11,927
￥13,225 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
A spacious log cabin interior with a central staircase, stone pillars, and a rustic wooden ceiling.

17. Whitefish Lodge and Suites

Whitefish Lodge and Suites
2.5 star property
Crosslake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196 reviews)
"Great staff! Pool and hot tub were clean!! Breakfast was nice!"
United States
Patrick
The price is ￥19,281
￥21,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Whitefish Lodge and Suites
A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a calm body of water at sunset.

18. Manhattan Beach Lodge

Manhattan Beach Lodge
2.0 star property
Crosslake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (91 reviews)
"Nice resort"
United States
David
The price is ￥14,029
￥15,969 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Manhattan Beach Lodge
A row of log cabin-style buildings with balconies, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and pine trees.

19. Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
3.0 star property
Deerwood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (390 reviews)
"Best part of our stay was the excellent service and food from your restaurant on premises."
United States
Kevin
The price is ￥21,322
￥25,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a TV, a painting, and a bathtub.

20. Nisswa Hotel and Suites

Nisswa Hotel and Suites
2.0 star property
Nisswa
7.2 out of 10, Good, (236 reviews)
"Pool temp was good and also the hot tub. Would stay there again."
United States
Jay
The price is ￥7,918
￥12,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Nisswa Hotel and Suites
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Brainerd

Pool
Breakfast included

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Brainerd

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and a mural of a forest.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
3.0 star property
Brainerd
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (946)
The price is ￥19,392
￥21,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Brainerd

An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, tiled floor, and large windows.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

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, (1001)
The price is ￥18,503
￥20,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
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Family-friendly hotels with waterparks in Brainerd

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

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, (1000)
The price is ￥16,885
￥20,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Brainerd Hotel Reviews

Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Cragun's Resort & Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Good"
Emily 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Cragun's Resort & Hotel
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent
"The Lodge is 20 years old and it looks that old BUT it is very well maintained. The oly issue I had was that the bed mattresses were old and squeaky. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The water park was so fun! We will stay again the next time we are in Baxter."
Tony 5-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Frequently asked questions

What's Brainerd like for family-friendly vacations?
The destination of Brainerd is a good option if you've been considering a getaway with the kids. The fun-filled waterpark, beautiful waterfalls, and lake views are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Arrange a flight into Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional), which is located 3.7 mi (6 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel for a family trip to 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 choice for your stay with the kids.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Brainerd?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 18°F. The snowiest months in Brainerd are March, April, January, and December, with each month seeing an average of 6 inches of snowfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Brainerd?
While you and your family are visiting Brainerd, you might want to check out some kid-friendly attractions such as Paul Bunyan Land and Mount Ski Gull. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Nisswa Family Fun Center and Nisswa City Park.