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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with water park and free breakfast

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Indoor pool
Exterior
Exterior
Interior
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
The current price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb

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15739 Audubon Way, Brainerd, MN, 56425
  • Brainerd International Raceway
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Northland Arboretum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • North Long Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible) | Private kitchen

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds

Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Exterior

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Waterslide
4.0 out of 5, Very good, (953)
The price is AU$226
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes

About the area

Brainerd

A family-friendly stay in Brainerd awaits you at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG. You'll be 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Northland Arboretum and 5.7 km (3.5 mi) from Brainerd International Raceway. Highlights at this hotel include a water park, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Three Bear Bar and Grill, serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, lazy river, Hot tub and kids' swimming pool. 1001 square feet (93 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Free continental breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Brainerd hotel include Mississippi River and Crow Wing State Park.

What's nearby

  • Brainerd International Raceway - 5 min drive
  • Gull Lake - 9 min drive
  • Cragun's Legacy Courses - 11 min drive
  • Legacy at Cragun's - 15 min drive
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • Domino's Pizza
  • McDonald's
  • Taco Bell
  • Culver's
  • Casey's General Store

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Family-friendly hotel with water park and free breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG offers its guests a water park (surcharge), a lazy river, and a waterslide. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1001 square feet (93 square metres) and includes conference space. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are also featured at the family-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG. Self parking is free.

  • 1 building
  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 1001 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq. m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG offers 98 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Three Bear Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Lazy river
  • Spa tub
  • Water park
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water park (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,001 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The property’s water park is closed Monday-Wednesday.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday:
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 40 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Brainerd-Baxter
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Brainerd-Baxter
Holiday Inn Baxter
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Brainerd-Baxter
Baxter Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express Baxter
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Brainerd Baxter

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG?

As of 5 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG on 19 Feb 2025 start from AU$247.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG has an indoor pool and a kids' pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What makes Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and an arcade, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental brekkie is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 403 out of 766 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 766 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 766 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 766 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 766 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kari

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Forrest

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mandy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fast and efficient. Staff were friendly. The only problem was stuff shutting down earlier than anticipated. Waterpark is closed from 3-4 for safety check which is understandable and appreciated but slide was closed at 2:30. Happy hour at the bar from 5-7 but they closed at 6:45 and stopped taking food orders at 6. Signs were not very visible to have known when to order before they closed. Arcade closes with the pool which was a bummer for everything to shut all at one since we had just checked in at 3. Overall would stay again but would request better signage for all the closures and times.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I wish they would make changes
This hotel could be amazing. Well set-up hotel in a nice location. Waterpark is fantastic, they have laser tag, arcade, etc. The problem is the property is filthy, room and bedding smell like stale beer, and the staff couldn’t care less about anything. I really hope they make changes and take better care of the property. Also, apparently they no longer give hotel guests discounts on laser tag, so it was $45 for 10 minutes for 4 people.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and would stay again! My husband was looking forward to pancakes this morning but they didnt have any this time and the only other thing was no ice machine on 1st floor have to go to 2nd or 3rd
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Christie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The fireplace didn't work and was included in the price i paid. The room was bg and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hotel staff were very good room was clean but public area carpets were tatty and dirty by the look due to people walking from the on site swimming pool too the rooms dripping wet
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalyn

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying here. We loved the waterpark. We loved how close it was to the shopping and the zoo. We will definitely stay up here again when we get the chance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Brimson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to location and airport!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, Plymouth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful as always! Thankful to be on the first floor with no elevator
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

DeShaun

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Took my grand daughters school clothes shopping and spent the night. Water park staff were kind and had a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lucina

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I don't understand why they give out tickers in the arcade for prizes but then the prize redemption is in the laser tag that I've never once seen open. You have to go and bug someone at the front desk to take you back to a closed part of the hotel to get a ring pop for a hundred million points. Just don't give out prizes, and also, fix the broken games in the arcade. It's been over a month.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Autumn

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024