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

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

1. Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

19.1 km from Horseshoe Lake

Kevin

NT$3,150

NT$3,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

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

10.5 km from Horseshoe Lake

JANELL

NT$4,412

NT$4,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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 cozy lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window with a view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

3. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

12 km from Horseshoe Lake

Barbara

NT$3,674

NT$4,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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.

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

11 km from Horseshoe Lake

Glen

NT$3,161

NT$3,504 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A modern, two-story cabin with large glass windows, surrounded by tall pine trees.

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.

5. Nature Link Resort

15.6 km from Horseshoe Lake

Kari

NT$6,982

NT$8,622 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

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

A pathway leading to a row of buildings with a green landscape and trees.

6. Good Ol' Days Resort

18.6 km from Horseshoe Lake

Pat

NT$2,860

NT$3,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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 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.

7. Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

19.1 km from Horseshoe Lake

Andrew

NT$4,295

NT$5,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A child in a pool area with water jets, a speed limit sign, and a metal railing.

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.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a television.

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

10.6 km from Horseshoe Lake

Brittany

NT$4,290

NT$4,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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.

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

9. Rapid River Lodge

11.1 km from Horseshoe Lake

Jerry

NT$4,527

NT$5,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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.

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

11 km from Horseshoe Lake

Julie Ann

NT$3,833

NT$4,590 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a standing lamp, a heater, and a window with a view.

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

11. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

11.1 km from Horseshoe Lake

Mary

NT$3,755

NT$4,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a blue armchair, and a unique blue armchair with a cloud design. There's a framed picture on the wall, a lamp on a side table, and a rug on the floor.

A tree with white blossoms in front of a house.

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

11.2 km from Horseshoe Lake

diane

NT$2,712

NT$3,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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.

13. Country Inn Deerwood

18.5 km from Horseshoe Lake

paul

NT$2,010

NT$2,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

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

14. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

19.3 km from Horseshoe Lake

Michelle

NT$5,073

NT$5,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden dresser, a TV, a painting, and a bathtub.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a large window, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A spa area with a seating arrangement, a pool, and a view of the outdoors.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white walls and large windows.

15. Nisswa Hotel and Suites

16.8 km from Horseshoe Lake

Ben

NT$1,602

NT$2,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, 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.

16. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

10.8 km from Horseshoe Lake

Joey

NT$3,015

NT$3,343 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Horseshoe Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort	8.4 Very good 381 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area	8.8 Excellent 886 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area	8.8 Excellent 1,008 reviews	View
Nature Link Resort	9.8 Exceptional 98 reviews	View

Top Horseshoe Lake Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

8/10 Good

"Good inexpensive hotel. Updated furniture. Bed was a little too soft"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

8/10 Good

"none"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

8/10 Good

"Great stay"

Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

8/10 Good

"All good 😊"

Other attractions near Horseshoe Lake

Loerch Wildlife Management Area

You can take time to visit Loerch Wildlife Management Area during your travels to Ironton. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Rice Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rice Lake during your travels in Brainerd. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Lum Park

After visiting Lum Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brainerd. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Spider Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spider Lake during your travels in Merrifield.

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Campbell Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Campbell Lake during your travels in Merrifield.

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Mill Ave Park

Mill Ave Park is just one of the places to see in Brainerd, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Merrifield Lions Park

Explore the great outdoors at Merrifield Lions Park, a lovely green space in Merrifield.

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Crystal Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Crystal Lake during your travels in Merrifield.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Horseshoe Lake?

Horseshoe Lake is located in Brainerd. Travelers like this family-friendly area for its lakeside setting and waterfalls. You'll find 31 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Horseshoe Lake?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a free water park and free breakfast. You'll find it 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Horseshoe Lake.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Horseshoe Lake?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Horseshoe Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Horseshoe Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Horseshoe Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Horseshoe Lake?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Horseshoe Lake, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Horseshoe Lake?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Spider Lake, Crystal Lake, and Rice Lake. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Loerch Wildlife Management Area, WonderTrek Children's Museum, and Roundhouse Brewery while you're in the area. Campbell Lake, Merrifield Lions Park, and Twin Lakes are a few additional nearby sights.

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Our top choices for Horseshoe Lake hotels

1. Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

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

3. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

5. Nature Link Resort

6. Good Ol' Days Resort

7. Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

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

9. Rapid River Lodge

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

11. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

13. Country Inn Deerwood

14. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

15. Nisswa Hotel and Suites

16. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

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Top Horseshoe Lake Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

Other attractions near Horseshoe Lake

Loerch Wildlife Management Area

Rice Lake

Lum Park

Spider Lake

Campbell Lake

Mill Ave Park

Merrifield Lions Park

Crystal Lake

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