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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 modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a granite countertop, and stainless steel appliances.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view through a door.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
Brainerd
NT$3,934
NT$4,362 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
An indoor swimming pool with slides, a rock formation, and a chevron-patterned floor.
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a staircase with black railings, and a seating area with blue sofas.
Room
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror. There are two framed pictures on the wall.

2. 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.
NT$4,521
NT$5,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Rapid River Lodge
An indoor pool area with a rope bridge, water slides, and various water toys.
A rustic room with a welcome sign, a mural of a forest, a bed, a table, and a bench.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.
A staircase with wooden railings, a stone wall, and a fireplace. There are two upholstered chairs and a lamp.

3. 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.
NT$3,699
NT$4,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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.
A hotel kitchen with a coffee station, a clock, and a clock with a cappuccino sign.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

4. 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.
NT$2,708
NT$3,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, tiled walls, and a clear view of the pool area.
A hotel with a stone facade, green roof, and a parking lot with cars.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a refrigerator.

5. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
Baxter
NT$3,466
NT$3,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
A child in a pool area with water jets, a speed limit sign, and a metal railing.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, including a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
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.

6. 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.
NT$4,046
NT$4,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
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 hotel room with a built-in wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a small refrigerator.

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
Baxter
NT$3,114
NT$3,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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.
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.

8. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Cragun's Resort & Hotel
Brainerd
NT$4,110
NT$4,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Cragun's Resort & Hotel
A pool area with a child on a float and another child in the background.
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.
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.

9. Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Onamia
NT$2,552
NT$2,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
A room with a neon arcade game, a television, and a vending machine.
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.
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.

10. 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.
NT$3,853
NT$4,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
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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 rustic room with a welcome sign, a mural of a forest, a bed, a table, and a bench.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.
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

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Brainerd
NT$3,699
NT$4,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
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 compact hotel room with a kitchenette, including a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
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
NT$4,046
NT$4,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
A bed with white bedding and pillows.
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 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.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
Baxter
NT$2,708
NT$3,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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.
An indoor swimming pool with slides, a rock formation, and a chevron-patterned floor.
Room
A snack bar with various packaged foods and a Coca-Cola refrigerator.

Rapid River Lodge

Rapid River Lodge
Baxter
NT$4,521
NT$5,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Rapid River Lodge
A rustic lodge with a stone facade, a wooden porch, and a small boat in the foreground.
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.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a grassy area with trees.

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
Pequot Lakes
NT$4,588
NT$4,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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 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

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
Nisswa
NT$3,853
NT$4,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
A spacious log cabin interior with a central staircase, stone pillars, and a rustic wooden ceiling.
A wedding ceremony in a log cabin with a stone wall and a mounted deer head.
A log cabin-style building with a stone foundation and a large porch.
An indoor swimming pool with stone walls, wooden ceiling, and large windows.

Whitefish Lodge and Suites

Whitefish Lodge and Suites
Crosslake
NT$3,496
NT$3,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Whitefish Lodge and Suites
A row of log cabin-style buildings with balconies, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and pine trees.
Room
A lakeside property with a large house, dock, and boats.
Terrace/patio

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
Deerwood
NT$3,145
NT$3,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a TV, a painting, and a bathtub.
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.
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, artwork, and an exit sign.

Nisswa Hotel and Suites

Nisswa Hotel and Suites
Nisswa
NT$1,600
NT$2,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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 patio with a table, chairs, and a wooden bench.
A well-maintained golf course with a clear path, lush greenery, and a red flag marking the hole.
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.

Country Inn Deerwood

Country Inn Deerwood
Deerwood
NT$2,007
NT$2,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Country Inn Deerwood
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Brainerd

A bed with white bedding and pillows.
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 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.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
Baxter
NT$2,708
NT$3,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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 rustic room with a welcome sign, a mural of a forest, a bed, a table, and a bench.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.
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

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Brainerd
NT$3,699
NT$4,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
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.
An indoor swimming pool with slides, a rock formation, and a chevron-patterned floor.
Room
A snack bar with various packaged foods and a Coca-Cola refrigerator.

Rapid River Lodge

Rapid River Lodge
Baxter
NT$4,521
NT$5,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Rapid River Lodge
A child in a pool area with water jets, a speed limit sign, and a metal railing.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, including a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
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
NT$4,046
NT$4,487 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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 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.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a grassy area with trees.

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
Pequot Lakes
NT$4,588
NT$4,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
A spacious log cabin interior with a central staircase, stone pillars, and a rustic wooden ceiling.
A wedding ceremony in a log cabin with a stone wall and a mounted deer head.
A log cabin-style building with a stone foundation and a large porch.
An indoor swimming pool with stone walls, wooden ceiling, and large windows.

Whitefish Lodge and Suites

Whitefish Lodge and Suites
Crosslake
NT$3,496
NT$3,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Whitefish Lodge and Suites
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Top Brainerd Hotel Reviews

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent
"Higher end free breakfast! Great stay!"
Jayme 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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 8 days ago
Cragun's Resort & Hotel

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.

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