Central Minnesota
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Where to stay in Central Minnesota

Downtown St Cloud
While visiting Downtown St Cloud, you might make a stop by sights like Mississippi River and Paramount Theater.

Oak Grove
Travellers like the golf courses in Oak Grove, and Lake George is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Greenwood
Greenwood is well liked for its theatres. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Excelsior area, you might plan a trip to Paisley Park or Lake Minnetonka.

Hamel
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hamel and surrounding area, you can visit Fish Lake Regional Park and Rush Creek.

Downtown Park Rapids
While Downtown Park Rapids isn't home to many top sights, Hubbard County Historical Museum and Skoe Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Clean room, good price .
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center
Late season and very quiet
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Grand View Lodge
Clean rooms great staff
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Nature Link Resort
Our stay at Nature Link was relaxing, rejuvenating and overall an amazing experience. With the Paul Bunyan state trail a .1 mile walk on the road to the resort, you’re a 2 mile walk from Nisswa’s shopping, breweries and restaurants. We visited in October and the late fall foliage was picture perfect. ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Oct weekend dates still open! Clean Cabin, lots of Amenities & Gull Chain Access
Perfect property. Location great. Very clean. 5 stars all around. Just one small issue with sheets on king bed downstairs. They were a little a little worn/bally and could use a new set of sheets.
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Beautiful 5-bedroom house in Enchanting Crosslake -Pontoon Incl with 7 day stay!
The house was comfortable and nicely appointed. The kitchen was well stocked and beautiful to cook in. It was a peaceful lake and a beautiful view. Beds were comfortable. We enjoyed using the included pontoon boat to fish.
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
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Popular places to visit

Itasca State Park
You can take time to visit Itasca State Park during your travels to Park Rapids. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Mystic Lake Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your travels in Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Lake Minnetonka
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Minnetonka during your travels in Minneapolis - St. Paul.
Paisley Park
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Paisley Park during your trip to Chanhassen. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Why not try your luck with a visit to Grand Casino Mille Lacs during your time in Vineland? Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Canterbury Park
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Canterbury Park during your time in Shakopee? Visit the area's shops or amble around its lakeside.
Things to do

Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass

St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows

Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour

Minneapolis: Mall of America 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure





