Central Minnesota Travel Guide

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Minnesota which includes landscape views, a river or creek and a garden
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Where to stay in Central Minnesota

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Downtown St Cloud

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

Downtown St Cloud
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Oak Grove

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

Oak Grove
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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.

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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.

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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.

Downtown Park Rapids
Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Grand Casino Mille Lacs

3 out of 5
777 Grand Avenue, Onamia, MN
The price is AU$136 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$136
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Onamia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,304 reviews)
"The room was quiet, clean and convenient. Reasonable pricing with Expedia."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Grand View Lodge

Grand View Lodge

3.5 out of 5
23521 Nokomis Avenue, Nisswa, MN
The price is AU$234 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$234
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Nisswa. Enjoy 2 indoor pools, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (826 reviews)
Nice stay in a historic lodge
"Nice stay in an older lodge Outside steps andno elevator were a challenge. Room was very roomy and nice, convenient on site restaurants, friendly staff. Great breakfast! Flowers and groundswere beautiful"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Grand View Lodge
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$164 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$164
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Brainerd. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Nothing special. Deco is a bit old but quaint. Room was clean enough but maybe needs some updates."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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.
Nature Link Resort

Nature Link Resort

3 out of 5
24621 S Clark Lake Rd, Nisswa, MN
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Nisswa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Gull Lake and MN Surf Co are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Amazing Stay at NatureLink Resort! We recently stayed at NatureLink Resort in the Brainerd Lakes/Nisswa area and it was an unforgettable experience. From start to finish, the communication with the team was outstanding. They were super friendly, responsive and genuinely accommodating. ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Nature Link Resort
Sept and Oct dates still open! Clean with lots of Amenities & Gull Chain Access

Sept and Oct dates still open! Clean with lots of Amenities & Gull Chain Access

Nisswa
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Nisswa. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gull Lake and Nisswa City Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"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

Sept and Oct dates still open! Clean with lots of Amenities & Gull Chain Access
Vintage Cabin on Beautiful Lake O'brien - Includes Pontoon Boat

Vintage Cabin on Beautiful Lake O'brien - Includes Pontoon Boat

Crosslake
Stay at this cabin in Crosslake. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Crosswoods Golf Course and Greer Lake are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (174 reviews)
"Wonderful stay! Comfortable beds. Thoughtful decorations. Enjoyed listening to the pine trees in the breeze. Thank you Jeff and Lindsey!"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Vintage Cabin on Beautiful Lake O'brien - Includes Pontoon Boat
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.

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