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Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Brainerd on Hotels.com. These Brainerd hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on 9 October, 2026.

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

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

A covered patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a flower bed.

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

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

Brainerd

S$171

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

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

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

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

Brainerd

S$164

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

3. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Baxter

S$142

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 coffee station with two espresso machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

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

Brainerd

S$180

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bed with white bedding and pillows.

A hotel kitchen with a coffee station, a clock, and a clock with a cappuccino sign.

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

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.

5. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Baxter

S$117

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

Room

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

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

6. Rapid River Lodge

Baxter

S$201

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

A kitchen with a coffee machine, a milk dispenser, and various food items on the counter.

A tree with white blossoms in front of a house.

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Baxter

S$105

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern hotel room with a built-in wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a small refrigerator.

Vending machine

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

8. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

Baxter

S$136

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A group of children holding birth certificates in a room with a wooden table and chairs.

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

9. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Brainerd

S$177

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

Exterior

10. Good Ol' Days Resort

Nisswa

S$107

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hot tub area with a rocky backdrop, wooden beams, and a warning sign.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a glass door entrance.

A casino with multiple slot machines and a carpeted floor.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large screen displaying content.

11. Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Onamia

S$113

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spacious log cabin interior with a central staircase, stone pillars, and a rustic wooden ceiling.

An indoor swimming pool with stone walls, wooden ceiling, and large windows.

A spacious interior with a wooden staircase, stone fireplace, and a cozy seating area.

A wedding ceremony in a log cabin with a stone wall and a mounted deer head.

12. Whitefish Lodge and Suites

Crosslake

S$141

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a Christmas tree.

13. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

Brainerd

S$104

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A covered outdoor deck with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a railing.

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.

14. Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

Nisswa

S$182

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a cozy seating area.

A hotel reception area with a coffee machine, a trash bin, and a sign indicating the direction to the restrooms.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a reception desk, a kitchen area, and a seating area with a television.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, tiled floor, and multiple seating areas.

15. Pine Peaks Lodge & Suites

Crosslake

S$139

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A row of log cabin-style buildings with balconies, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and pine trees.

Terrace/patio

A lakeside property with a large house, dock, and boats.

A meal with fries, a sandwich, and a pickle on a plate, with a drink and salt and pepper shakers on the table.

16. Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

Deerwood

S$145

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a wooden ceiling, and a stone wall. There are chairs and a lifebuoy visible.

A well-maintained golf course with a clear path, lush greenery, and a red flag marking the hole.

A staircase with wooden railings, two upholstered chairs with cushions, a small table with a lamp, and an exit sign.

A hotel room with a wooden cabinet containing a microwave, a sink, and a coffee maker. There is a mirror on the wall, a television, and a trash bin.

17. Country Inn Deerwood

Deerwood

S$95

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A rustic lodge with a stone facade, a wooden porch, and a small boat in the foreground.

A lobby with a reception desk, wooden pillars, and a chandelier.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a wooden coffee table.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and walls, poolside lounge chairs, and a pool table.

18. AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

Pequot Lakes

S$200

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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 house with a garage, surrounded by large trees and a well-maintained lawn.

19. Nature Link Resort

Nisswa

S$316

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a sign reading 'GARRISON INN & SUITES' with a covered porch and a stone facade.

A spacious interior with a wooden staircase, a patterned sofa, and a dining area.

A hotel room with a bed, dresser, TV, and a mirror.

A room with wooden beams, a desk, chairs, a green carpet, and a wooden counter with various items.

20. Garrison Inn & Suites

Garrison

S$94

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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A hot tub area with a rocky backdrop, wooden beams, and a warning sign.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a glass door entrance.

A casino with multiple slot machines and a carpeted floor.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large screen displaying content.

Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Onamia

S$17 off

S$151

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

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

A modern hotel room with a built-in wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a small refrigerator.

Vending machine

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

AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

Baxter

S$29 off

S$261

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

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

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

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

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

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Brainerd

S$35 off

S$317

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

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

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

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

Exterior

Good Ol' Days Resort

Nisswa

S$77 off

S$309

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

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

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

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 house with a garage, surrounded by large trees and a well-maintained lawn.

Nature Link Resort

Nisswa

S$127 off

S$584

for 1 cabin

includes taxes & fees

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and lounge chairs.

A cozy lobby with a stone wall, a wooden reception desk, and a comfortable seating area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathtub, and green walls.

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a parking lot with handicapped spaces.

AmericInn by Wyndham Little Falls

Little Falls

S$28 off

S$253

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

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

A modern hotel room with a built-in wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a small refrigerator.

Vending machine

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

AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

Baxter

S$15 off

S$139

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

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

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

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

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

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Brainerd

S$18 off

S$164

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

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

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

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

Exterior

Good Ol' Days Resort

Nisswa

S$27 off

S$107

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

A hot tub area with a rocky backdrop, wooden beams, and a warning sign.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a glass door entrance.

A casino with multiple slot machines and a carpeted floor.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large screen displaying content.

Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Onamia

S$13 off

S$113

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

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

A covered outdoor deck with a dining table and chairs, a sofa, and a railing.

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.

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

Nisswa

S$31 off

S$208

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

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

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

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 house with a garage, surrounded by large trees and a well-maintained lawn.

Nature Link Resort

Nisswa

S$82 off

S$401

for 1 cabin

includes taxes & fees

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and lounge chairs.

A cozy lobby with a stone wall, a wooden reception desk, and a comfortable seating area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathtub, and green walls.

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a parking lot with handicapped spaces.

AmericInn by Wyndham Little Falls

Little Falls

S$15 off

S$139

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

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Top landmarks in Brainerd

Brainerd International Raceway

8.6/10 (129 reviews)

Want to race? You could pay a visit to Brainerd International Raceway located 5.9 mi (9.4 km) from central Brainerd. If you want more thrills, head to North Central Speedway, just a short drive away.

The Classic at Madden's Golf Course

8.0/10 (43 reviews)

You might want to play some rounds at The Classic at Madden's Golf Course, located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from central East Gull Lake. If The Classic at Madden's Golf Course doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Pine Beach, and Legacy at Cragun's are also nearby.

Cragun's Legacy Courses

8.2/10 (22 reviews)

You might want to practise your swing at Cragun's Legacy Courses, a golf course located 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from central East Gull Lake. If Cragun's Legacy Courses doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Legacy at Cragun's, and The Classic at Madden's Golf Course are also nearby.

Paul Bunyan Land

7.6/10 (92 reviews)

If thrills are what you're after, head to Paul Bunyan Land, located 8.1 mi (13 km) from central Brainerd. If you'd also like to explore some of the parks in Brainerd, head to Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area and Northland Arboretum.

Legacy at Cragun's

7.6/10 (45 reviews)

You might want to play some rounds at Legacy at Cragun's, located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central East Gull Lake. If Legacy at Cragun's doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, The Classic at Madden's Golf Course, and Pine Beach are also nearby.

Pine Beach

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

You might want to practise your swing at Pine Beach, a golf course located 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from central East Gull Lake. If Pine Beach doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, The Classic at Madden's Golf Course, and Legacy at Cragun's are also nearby.

Horseshoe Lake

6.0/10 (1 review)

Horseshoe Lake is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from central Brainerd, why not stop by during your stay?

North Central Speedway

7.4/10 (11 reviews)

Want to race? You could pay a visit to North Central Speedway located 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from central Brainerd. If you want more thrills, head to Brainerd International Raceway, just a short drive away.

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 holidays. This Old Farm provides a glimpse of rural life without actual farming. Water parks offer respite when temperatures reach what locals call "pretty warm."

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A calm lake surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

Check out reviews of Brainerd hotels guests love

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

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."

Frequently asked questions

Can I book a refundable accommodation option in Brainerd?

If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Brainerd, most hotels offer refundable* rates that you can book. You can find this accommodation by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

Where can I stay in Brainerd if I want a holiday rental instead of a hotel?

If you want a good alternative to a hotel, review our selection of 55 holiday homes. You also might want to book one of 15 cottages or 44 cabins.

What will the weather in Brainerd be like during my visit?

The warmest months in Brainerd are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C. January and February are the chilliest months, when the average temperature is -8°C. The rainiest months are June and May.

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