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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel with water park and free breakfast

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Indoor pool
Exterior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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Map
15739 Audubon Way, Brainerd, MN, 56425
  • Popular LocationBrainerd International Raceway5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Ossawinnamakee8 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Classic at Madden's Golf Course15 min drive

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.1/10 Wonderful

Highlights

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

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

Suite, Multiple Beds

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 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
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

7.8/10 Good

Highlights

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

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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
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Brainerd

A family-friendly stay in Brainerd awaits you at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel. 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. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Brainerd hotel include Mississippi River and Gull Lake.

What's nearby

  • Brainerd International Raceway - 5 min drive
  • Lake Ossawinnamakee - 8 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

  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 5 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 3 min drive
  • Culver's - 16 min walk
  • Wendy's - 6 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel

Comfortable hotel with water park and free breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel 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, an IHG Hotel. 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, an IHG Hotel 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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Building
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The property’s water park is closed Monday-Wednesday.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 4 September 2023 to 23 May 2024 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Water park
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

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. Contactless check-out is available. 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, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel 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, an IHG Hotel?

As of 23 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel on 26 May 2024 start from AU$274.56, 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, an IHG Hotel?

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

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

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

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

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What makes Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel 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, an IHG Hotel.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel 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, an IHG Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel 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, an IHG Hotel?

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

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

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, an IHG Hotel?

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 700 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 700 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 700 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 700 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 700 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

4/10 Poor

Megan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds were not good, spring broke in one of the beds. Outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was good, but we were surrounded my rooms being used by a middle school basketball team, and the hotel staff seemed unable to get them to be quiet, leading to a bad night's sleep. The breakfast was also very mediocre, and all plastic plates and cutlery.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

JoEllyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff in the swimming area were not really observant most of the time when it wasn't as busy. Only two slides, but the kids still had a lot of fun. Lots of options for smaller kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela & Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great! Hotel was nice and clean and staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Fun weekend.
Had a great time at the water park. The bar/food area within the park had limited hours. The hotel itself needed a 2nd elevator. There was constant traffic at it and it was pretty slow. Breakfast had decent selection. The breakfast area needs to be bigger as it is over run with people. Hockey families were staying there at the same time and were running around the halls and leaving garbage around. Otherwise it was a a decent stay. Lots of food options nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The water park nice overall. The lazertag and arcade were fun. The staff is nice and helpful. The breakfast was welll stocked. The hotel is clean, but a bit run down. Also, the walls/floors are not sound proofed in the rooms. I could hear kids running/jumping around above us often and the TVs at night. Also, you could hear conversations in the other rooms. The main beds were comfortable, but our pull out bed was broken and had not been cleaned. The area around the hotel seemed safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

ben

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023