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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.

1. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

7.9 km from Hartley Lake

Nancy

Rp1.319.268

Rp1.462.738 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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.

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

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

7.1 km from Hartley Lake

Lorri

Rp2.327.406

Rp2.580.511 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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 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.

3. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

8.5 km from Hartley Lake

Joseph

Rp1.850.186

Rp2.051.394 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A water park with multiple slides and water features, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a tiled floor.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and multiple windows.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a clock, and a blue carpet.

A buffet with labeled trays of turkey sausage, bacon, and cookies.

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

5.9 km from Hartley Lake

Rhonda

Rp2.622.480

Rp2.907.675 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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, 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

10.4 km from Hartley Lake

Jeffrey

Rp3.264.185

Rp4.030.663 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

12.4 km from Hartley Lake

Mary

Rp1.607.580

Rp1.864.257 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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

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

A hotel room with a sofa, TV, wooden wardrobe, and a desk with a lamp.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a chalkboard wall with 'Good Morning Welcome' written on it.

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd

8.9 km from Hartley Lake

Jason

Rp1.607.206

Rp1.781.990 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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.

8. Rapid River Lodge

6.8 km from Hartley Lake

Bryan

Rp3.120.216

Rp3.459.354 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

A tree with white blossoms in front of a house.

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.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area

8 km from Hartley Lake

Kitty

Rp1.228.284

Rp1.361.860 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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

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

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

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

5.7 km from Hartley Lake

John

Rp2.392.344

Rp2.864.747 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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.

11. Cragun's Resort & Hotel

6.1 km from Hartley Lake

Jenna

Rp2.836.560

Rp3.045.823 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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.

12. Quality Inn & Suites Brainerd

12.4 km from Hartley Lake

Vicky

Rp1.245.767

Rp1.381.244 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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.

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

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

13. Nisswa Hotel and Suites

9.3 km from Hartley Lake

Alissa

Rp1.213.834

Rp1.724.779 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and wooden countertop. There is a plaid sofa and a dining table with chairs.

A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, large windows, and a view of the outside.

A staircase with wooden railings, a potted plant, a trash bin, and a Coca-Cola refrigerator in a room with carpeted flooring and a couch.

14. Pelican Lakes Motel

20.2 km from Hartley Lake

dale

Rp1.032.044

Rp1.108.157 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Hartley Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area	8.8 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area	8.8 Excellent 873 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG	8.8 Excellent 931 reviews	View
Nature Link Resort	9.8 Exceptional 93 reviews	View

Top Hartley Lake Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

8/10 Good

"We always enjoy our stay Staff is friendly and helpful breakfasts offers pretty good and of course the water park is the ultimate it's a yearly stay for my Granddaughter and me"

Cragun's Resort & Hotel

8/10 Good

"Amazing Staff & Experience We had such an amazing trip to Cragun’s Resort! The resort itself was beautiful, but what really made our experience special was the staff. Everyone we interacted with was so friendly, welcoming, and genuinely helpful. You could tell they really cared about making sure guests had a great experience. Honestly, the staff made the trip for us. Their kindness and positive attitudes made us feel so welcomed and taken care of. We had such a wonderful time and are already looking forward to coming back! Thank you to the entire Cragun’s team for helping make our trip so memorable! ❤️"

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

10/10 Excellent

"Nice clean motel with an amazing breakfast 😁 not one thing was missing from my breakfast selection during my stay."

Private Beach: Lakefront Escape in Brainerd!

10/10 Excellent

"Clean "

Other attractions near Hartley Lake

Brainerd International Raceway

8.6/10 (129 reviews)

You can take time to visit Brainerd International Raceway during your travels to Brainerd. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Stephens Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Stephens Lake during your travels in East Gull Lake. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Cragun's Legacy Courses

8.2/10 (22 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at Cragun's Legacy Courses. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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beach near Birch Bay Drive Southwest

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Birch Bay Drive Southwest during your trip to Nisswa? Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Legacy at Cragun's

7.6/10 (45 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at Legacy at Cragun's. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Hartley Lake?

Hartley Lake is located in Brainerd. Travellers like this family-friendly area for its lakeside setting and water park. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 7 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Hartley Lake?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a free water park and free breakfast. It's located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Hartley Lake. Another good option is The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham, located 3.6 mi (5.7 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Hartley Lake?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Hartley Lake.

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

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Hartley Lake.

What can I see and do near Hartley Lake?

Gull Lake, North Long Lake and Red Sand Lake are beautiful places to appreciate nature. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Brainerd International Raceway, Cragun's Legacy Courses and Legacy at Cragun's while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to The Classic at Madden's Golf Course and Pine Beach.

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1. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

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

3. Baymont by Wyndham Baxter/Brainerd Area