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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 spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window providing a view.
A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a granite countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
Brainerd
Rp2.079.801
Rp2.305.979 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
An indoor pool area with a rope bridge, water slides, and various water toys.
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.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

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.
Rp2.078.190
Rp2.488.458 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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 cozy lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window with a view.

3. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
Baxter
Rp1.780.155
Rp1.973.747 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
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.
Room
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

4. 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.
Rp2.540.010
Rp2.816.386 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Rapid River Lodge
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 hotel room with a kitchenette, including a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
A coffee station with two espresso machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

5. 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.
Rp2.130.457
Rp2.362.144 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
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 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.

6. 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.
Rp1.460.640
Rp1.619.484 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.

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
Baxter
Rp1.688.865
Rp1.872.528 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.
An indoor swimming pool with a view of the water outside.

8. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Cragun's Resort & Hotel
Brainerd
Rp2.309.100
Rp2.479.508 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cragun's Resort & Hotel
A bed with white pillows and a white plush toy.
A living room with a leather sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden side table with a lamp, a rug, and a bear statue.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, sink, and a mirror.
A kitchen with a coffee machine, a milk dispenser, and various food items on the counter.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
Baxter
  • Kid-friendly adventures: arcade room, Mississippi River exploration, and free rollaway beds for families.
Rp1.354.135
Rp1.501.398 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
A pool area with a child on a float and another child in the background.
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 modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a decorative wall tile pattern.

10. Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Onamia
Rp1.433.790
Rp1.582.545 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
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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 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 spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window providing a view.
A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a granite countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
Brainerd
Rp2.079.801
Rp2.305.979 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
An indoor pool with a waterfall feature, stone walls, and a mural of a natural landscape.
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.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Brainerd
Rp2.078.190
Rp2.488.458 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 hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a television.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, including a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
A coffee station with two espresso machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
Brainerd
Rp2.130.457
Rp2.362.144 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
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.
Room
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

Rapid River Lodge

Rapid River Lodge
Baxter
Rp2.540.010
Rp2.816.386 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Rapid River Lodge
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 cozy lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window with a view.

Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
Baxter
Rp1.780.155
Rp1.973.747 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
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.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
Baxter
Rp1.460.640
Rp1.619.484 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
An indoor swimming pool with a view of the water outside.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a television, a painting, and a wall with a list of lake rules.
A group of children holding birth certificates in a room with a wooden table and chairs.
An outdoor patio area with Adirondack chairs and tables, a golf course in the background, and a clear blue sky.

Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Cragun's Resort & Hotel
Brainerd
Rp2.309.100
Rp2.479.508 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cragun's Resort & Hotel
A hot tub area with a rocky backdrop, wooden beams, and a warning sign.
A casino with multiple slot machines and a carpeted floor.
A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large screen displaying content.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a reception desk, and a glass door entrance.

Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Onamia
Rp1.433.790
Rp1.582.545 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
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 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.

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
Nisswa
Rp2.164.647
Rp2.545.022 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
A rustic lodge with a stone facade, a wooden porch, and a small boat in the foreground.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a grassy area with trees.
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.

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
Pequot Lakes
Rp2.398.600
Rp2.599.438 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Brainerd

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 spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window providing a view.
A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a granite countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
Brainerd
Rp2.079.801
Rp2.305.979 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
An indoor pool with a waterfall feature, stone walls, and a mural of a natural landscape.
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.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a coffee table.

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Brainerd
Rp2.078.190
Rp2.488.458 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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 cozy lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window with a view.

Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
Baxter
Rp1.780.155
Rp1.973.747 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
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.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
Baxter
Rp1.460.640
Rp1.619.484 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
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 hotel room with a kitchenette, including a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.
A coffee station with two espresso machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
Brainerd
Rp2.130.457
Rp2.362.144 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
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.
Room
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, a staircase, and a seating area with a blue sofa.

Rapid River Lodge

Rapid River Lodge
Baxter
Rp2.540.010
Rp2.816.386 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Rapid River Lodge
A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a signboard, and a parking lot.
Vending machine
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.

AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
Baxter
Rp1.688.865
Rp1.872.528 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd
A living room with a leather sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden side table with a lamp, a rug, and a bear statue.
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 kitchen with a coffee machine, a milk dispenser, and various food items on the counter.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
Baxter
Rp1.354.135
Rp1.501.398 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area
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 buffet setup with multiple beverage dispensers, bowls, and a counter.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a red armchair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd
Brainerd
Rp1.237.992
Rp1.372.624 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd
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 wedding ceremony in a log cabin with a stone wall and a mounted deer head.
An indoor swimming pool with stone walls, wooden ceiling, and large windows.

Whitefish Lodge and Suites

Whitefish Lodge and Suites
Crosslake
Rp1.964.131
Rp2.148.269 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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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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