Central Minnesota, MN

Travel Guide

Minnesota which includes a river or creek, landscape views and a garden
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum showing a park and autumn leaves
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum which includes landscape views, a pond and tranquil scenes
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum showing a park, landscape views and autumn leaves
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum which includes a garden, landscape views and a fountain

Where to stay in Central Minnesota

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Downtown St Cloud

If you're spending some time in Downtown St Cloud, Mississippi River and Paramount Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown St Cloud
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Oak Grove

Travelers like the golf courses in Oak Grove, and Lake George is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Oak Grove
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Greenwood

Greenwood is well-liked for its theaters. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Excelsior area, you might plan a trip to Paisley Park or Lake Minnetonka.

Greenwood
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Hamel

While Hamel isn't home to many top sights, Fish Lake Regional Park and Rush Creek are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hamel
Evening view of the lake we stayed at for our couples trip

Downtown Park Rapids

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Park Rapids and surrounding area, you can visit Hubbard County Historical Museum and Skoe Park.

Downtown Park Rapids
Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Grand Casino Mille Lacs

3 out of 5
777 Grand Avenue, Onamia, MN
The price is ¥13,161 per night from Sep 24 to Sep 25
¥13,161
¥14,527 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Onamia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,273 reviews)
"Room was great. Everyone was super friendly and helpful. The hotel was quiet and had no problems with our room. Thanks for a fun time."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Grand View Lodge

Grand View Lodge

3.5 out of 5
23521 Nokomis Avenue, Nisswa, MN
The price is ¥20,532 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
¥20,532
¥24,253 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Nisswa. Enjoy 2 indoor pools, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (821 reviews)
"An amazing complex of lodges, the hotel and cabins. The staff was friendly, professional and helpful. We will definitely return."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Grand View Lodge
Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center

Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
2100 Arrowwood Lane NW, Alexandria, MN
The price is ¥15,935 per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
¥15,935
¥19,006 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Popular attractions Big Splash Indoor Waterpark and Lake ...
7.2/10 Good! (792 reviews)
"Peaceful setting"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center
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.
Nature Link Resort

Nature Link Resort

3 out of 5
24621 S Clark Lake Rd, Nisswa, MN
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Nisswa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Gull Lake and MN Surf Co are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Amazing Stay at NatureLink Resort! We recently stayed at NatureLink Resort in the Brainerd Lakes/Nisswa area and it was an unforgettable experience. From start to finish, the communication with the team was outstanding. They were super friendly, responsive and genuinely accommodating. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Nature Link Resort
Sept and Oct dates still open! Clean with lots of Amenities & Gull Chain Access

Sept and Oct dates still open! Clean with lots of Amenities & Gull Chain Access

Nisswa
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Nisswa. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gull Lake and Nisswa City Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"Exactly what we expected, clean, comfortable, and well appointed. Great location!!"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Sept and Oct dates still open! Clean with lots of Amenities & Gull Chain Access
Vintage Cabin on Beautiful Lake O'brien - Includes Pontoon Boat

Vintage Cabin on Beautiful Lake O'brien - Includes Pontoon Boat

Crosslake
Stay at this cabin in Crosslake. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Crosswoods Golf Course and Greer Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (171 reviews)
"This is the most beautiful and special cabin! The property is so well kept and the amenities are exceptional. The lake is quiet and safe but still great for water sports. The hosts are fantastic. I couldn't love it more. Will be making this visit a yearly tradition for sure! Thank you so much!"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

Vintage Cabin on Beautiful Lake O'brien - Includes Pontoon Boat
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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