Brainerd Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Panorama of a calm trout lake in northern Minnesota at sunset during autumn
Water reflections on a fresh water lake
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Early Autumn landscape of the Paul Bunyan Trail alongside Birch trees in a forest near Brainerd, Minnesota, USA.
Calm lake wide view with an island and trees in autumn color at dawn
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
6967 Lake Forest Rd Brainerd MN
The price is AU$203 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$203
30 Apr - 1 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Brainerd. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and water park access (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Cozy room, fun waterpark and friendly staff at the hotel and restaurant

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

3 out of 5
15739 Audubon Way Brainerd MN
The price is AU$201 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$201
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Brainerd. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (888 reviews)
Yes, very good and hot.

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN

2 out of 5
15058 Dellwood Dr Brainerd MN
The price is AU$190 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$190
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brainerd. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Good staff clean rooms

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
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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.
Stunning 4 Bedroom Lake Home close to everything!!

Stunning 4 Bedroom Lake Home close to everything!!

Brainerd MN
Stay at this cabin in Brainerd. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions North Long Lake and Mollie Lake are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
We really enjoyed our cozy winter stay. We made use of the kitchen and appliances to make dinners at home around the big table. Loved the living room to watch some movies, look out the window and enjoy the fireplace as well. Deer came to the front of the property every day so that was super fun for ...

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Stunning 4 Bedroom Lake Home close to everything!!
PARADISE NORTH: LOG HOME CABIN IN BRAINERD, MN

PARADISE NORTH: LOG HOME CABIN IN BRAINERD, MN

Brainerd MN
Stay at this cabin in Brainerd. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Long Lake Upper and Telef Paulson Wildlife Management ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
10/10, highly recommend!

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

PARADISE NORTH: LOG HOME CABIN IN BRAINERD, MN
Cozy cabin steps from the lake!

Cozy cabin steps from the lake!

Brainerd MN
Stay at this cabin in Brainerd. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Brainerd International Raceway and North Long Lake are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Very clean cabin in a great location. Had a wonderful time.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Cozy cabin steps from the lake!
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Popular places to visit

Brainerd International Raceway

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.

Brainerd International Raceway

The Classic at Madden's Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in East Gull Lake at The Classic at Madden's Golf Course. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

The Classic at Madden's Golf Course

Cragun's Legacy Courses

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.

Cragun's Legacy Courses

Legacy at Cragun's

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

Legacy at Cragun's

Horseshoe Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Horseshoe Lake during your travels in Brainerd. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

Horseshoe Lake

Paul Bunyan Land

Bring the family to Paul Bunyan Land and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Brainerd. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

Paul Bunyan Land

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