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Our top choices for Brainerd family-friendly hotels

An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, tiled floor, and large windows.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view through a door.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window providing a view.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
Brainerd
RM524
RM581 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
An indoor pool area with a rope bridge, water slides, and various water toys.
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 rustic room with a welcome sign, a mural of a forest, a bed, a table, and a bench.

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

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Brainerd
  • Family-friendly paradise awaits at The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes with its exciting water park, playground, and game room.
RM478
RM572 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
An indoor swimming pool with slides, a rock formation, and a chevron-patterned floor.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror. There are two framed pictures on the wall.
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a staircase with black railings, and a seating area with blue sofas.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

3. Rapid River Lodge

Rapid River Lodge
Baxter
  • Splash into family fun with two indoor pools, waterslide, and lazy river at this lodge just minutes from Brainerd Raceway.
RM580
RM643 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Rapid River Lodge
A child in a pool area with water jets, a speed limit sign, and a metal railing.
A coffee station with two espresso machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.
A compact kitchenette with a sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a television.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
Brainerd
  • Family adventures thrive with indoor water park, lazy river, and kid-friendly amenities at this welcoming hotel.
RM519
RM575 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and outdoor seating.
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a towel rack.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
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

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
Baxter
  • Family-friendly hotel brings joy to all ages with delightful amenities and convenient location just minutes from Buffalo Hills Park.
RM365
RM404 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
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.
A modern bathroom with a walk-in shower, grab bars, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror.

6. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
Baxter
RM420
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
A group of children holding birth certificates in a room with a wooden table and chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a dining table with a fruit bowl, and a balcony with a view of trees.
An outdoor patio area with Adirondack chairs and tables, a golf course in the background, and a clear blue sky.
A restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling beams, and a seating arrangement with tables and chairs.

7. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Cragun's Resort & Hotel
Brainerd
RM527
RM566 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cragun's Resort & Hotel
A pool area with a child on a float and another child in the background.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a decorative wall tile pattern.
A casino with multiple slot machines and a carpeted floor.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a glass door entrance.

8. Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Onamia
RM327
RM361 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
A room with a neon arcade game, a television, and a vending machine.
A spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a dining table, and a staircase with a wooden railing.
A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a large island with bar stools.
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.

9. Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
Nisswa
  • Discover family adventures with a lakeside pool, free bicycles, and an arcade—just steps from Gull Lake's sandy shores.
RM494
RM581 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
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 lodge with a two-story structure, outdoor seating, and a covered deck.
A pathway leading to a row of buildings with a green landscape and trees.

10. Good Ol' Days Resort

Good Ol' Days Resort
Nisswa
  • Lakeside retreat offers family fun with private beach, playground, and complimentary bike rentals.
RM367
RM426 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Good Ol' Days Resort
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Brainerd

Pool
Breakfast included
Water park
All-inclusive
4 stars

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Brainerd

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

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Brainerd
RM478
RM572 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
A child in a pool area with water jets, a speed limit sign, and a metal railing.
A coffee station with two espresso machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.
A compact kitchenette with a sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
Brainerd
RM519
RM575 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
A bed with white bedding and pillows.
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.
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.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
Baxter
RM365
RM404 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a staircase with black railings, and a seating area with blue sofas.
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.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

Rapid River Lodge

Rapid River Lodge
Baxter
RM580
RM643 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Rapid River Lodge
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 wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a grassy area with trees.
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and walls, poolside lounge chairs, and a pool table.

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
Pequot Lakes
RM588
RM637 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
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.

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
Nisswa
RM494
RM581 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
A spacious log cabin interior with a central staircase, stone pillars, and a rustic wooden ceiling.
A spacious interior with a wooden staircase, stone fireplace, and a cozy seating area.
A log cabin-style building with a stone foundation and a large porch.
A wedding ceremony in a log cabin with a stone wall and a mounted deer head.

Whitefish Lodge and Suites

Whitefish Lodge and Suites
Crosslake
RM448
RM490 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Whitefish Lodge and Suites
A row of log cabin-style buildings with balconies, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and pine trees.
A lakeside property with a large house, dock, and boats.
Room
A meal with fries, a sandwich, and a pickle on a plate, with a drink and salt and pepper shakers on the table.

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
Deerwood
RM399
RM472 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
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.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white walls and large windows.
A spa area with a seating arrangement, a pool, and a view of the outdoors.

Nisswa Hotel and Suites

Nisswa Hotel and Suites
Nisswa
RM205
RM317 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Nisswa Hotel and Suites
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, a wooden ceiling, and a stone wall. There are chairs and a lifebuoy visible.
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.
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.

Country Inn Deerwood

Country Inn Deerwood
Deerwood
RM257
RM282 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Country Inn Deerwood
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Brainerd

A bed with white bedding and pillows.
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.
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.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
Baxter
RM365
RM404 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
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 rustic room with a welcome sign, a mural of a forest, a bed, a table, and a bench.

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Brainerd
RM478
RM572 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a staircase with black railings, and a seating area with blue sofas.
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.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

Rapid River Lodge

Rapid River Lodge
Baxter
RM580
RM643 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Rapid River Lodge
A child in a pool area with water jets, a speed limit sign, and a metal railing.
A coffee station with two espresso machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.
A compact kitchenette with a sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
Brainerd
RM519
RM575 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
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 wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a grassy area with trees.
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and walls, poolside lounge chairs, and a pool table.

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
Pequot Lakes
RM588
RM637 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
A spacious log cabin interior with a central staircase, stone pillars, and a rustic wooden ceiling.
A spacious interior with a wooden staircase, stone fireplace, and a cozy seating area.
A log cabin-style building with a stone foundation and a large porch.
A wedding ceremony in a log cabin with a stone wall and a mounted deer head.

Whitefish Lodge and Suites

Whitefish Lodge and Suites
Crosslake
RM448
RM490 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Whitefish Lodge and Suites
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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

8/10 Good
"none"
Tonja 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

8/10 Good
"Great stay"
Brittany 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Cragun's Resort & Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"It was a beautiful room with a lake view!"
Marge 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's Brainerd like for family-friendly holidays?
The destination of Brainerd is a good option if you've been considering a getaway with the children. The fun-filled water park, 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 centre.
What's the best family accommodation in 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 family trip.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Brainerd?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -8°C. The snowiest months in Brainerd are March, April, January and December, with each month seeing an average of 16 cm of snowfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Brainerd?
While you and your family are visiting Brainerd, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Paul Bunyan Land and Mount Ski Gull. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Nisswa Family Fun Center and Nisswa City Park.

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