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
Early Autumn landscape of the Paul Bunyan Trail alongside Birch trees in a forest near Brainerd, Minnesota, USA.
Red wooden canoe on shore of lake with trees in autumn color and a small island
Trees in brilliant autumn color on a small lake with a dock in northern Minnesota
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 £98 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
£98
5 Apr - 6 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 in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
I loved the comfy beds, included breakfast (hello cheesy eggs!) and the outdoor hot tub (say what?!) Great hotel!!! The water park was so fun.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 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 £110 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
£110
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (879 reviews)
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Reviewed on 21 Mar 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 £90 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
£90
5 Apr - 6 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! (1,001 reviews)
Everything was great. Super breakfast. Beautiful hotel.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
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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! (75 reviews)
Clean comfortable place, Hot Tub was clean and perfect temp. Commuincations was fantastic. Would definetly stay again.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

PARADISE NORTH: LOG HOME CABIN IN BRAINERD, MN
NEW - The Boardwalk on North Long Lake Brainerd with Hot Tub, Pet-Friendly

NEW - The Boardwalk on North Long Lake Brainerd with Hot Tub, Pet-Friendly

Brainerd MN
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Brainerd. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions North Long Lake and Merrifield ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Kitchen was fine. Mostly a bunch of plastic dishes. Would have loved real dishes!

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

NEW - The Boardwalk on North Long Lake Brainerd with Hot Tub, Pet-Friendly
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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

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

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

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