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Our top choices for Brainerd family-friendly hotels

Indoor pool
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
2.5 star property
Baxter
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"As always clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast! "
United States
Carrie
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baxter Brainerd Area
Children’s play area – outdoor
AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
2.5 star property
Pequot Lakes
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (324)
"Very nice place and reasonable "
United States
steve
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
2 indoor pools
Rapid River Lodge

Rapid River Lodge

Rapid River Lodge
2.5 star property
Baxter
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (931)
"It was a pleasant stay."
United States
Heidi
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Rapid River Lodge
Water park
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.0 star property
Brainerd
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Clean room, helpful staff, great weekend getaway "
United States
Jeanette
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Interior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
3.0 star property
Brainerd
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (852)
"The room was spotless and the stuff was amazingly good and very kind "
United States
Alazar
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
Games room
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
3.0 star property
Nisswa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (349)
"Great place"
United States
VInicius
The price is €243
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant
Interior
Whitefish Lodge and Suites

Whitefish Lodge and Suites

Whitefish Lodge and Suites
2.5 star property
Crosslake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (160)
"Stayed here one night on a Monday. Very quiet, clean room, and wonderful atmosphere!"
United States
Sean
Whitefish Lodge and Suites
View from property
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
3.0 star property
Deerwood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (348)
"Excellent resort. Great food. Pool area was very rustic. "
United States
Eli
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort
Indoor pool
Country Inn Deerwood

Country Inn Deerwood

Country Inn Deerwood
2.5 star property
Deerwood
6.8 out of 10, (1000)
"Nice staff"
United States
Jay
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Country Inn Deerwood
Marina
Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall, this place has it all! It's a great getaway spot

Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall, this place has it all! It's a great getaway spot

Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall, this place has it all! It's a great getaway spot
Breezy Point
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
"Very clean and nice living areas. "
United States
Dan S.
The price is €198
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall, this place has it all! It's a great getaway spot
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Top Brainerd Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable hotel near restaurants and stores"
Jason 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

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 This Old Farm. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Mount Ski Gull and Nisswa Family Fun Center.