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10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
23 Jan 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Winter weekend for two
Jennifer
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort
3.0 star property
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Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- On private beach
- Pool
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Gym
Explore the area
1685 Kavanaugh Drive, Brainerd, MN, 56401
- Bay LakePlace, Bay Lake‪1 min walk‬
- Cragun's Legacy CoursesPlace, Cragun's Legacy Courses‪5 min drive‬
- Brainerd International RacewayPlace, Brainerd International Raceway‪16 min drive‬
- Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)Airport, Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional)‪30 min drive‬
Room options
View all photos for Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom, Lake View
Deluxe Villa, 1 Bedroom, Lake View
- Lake view
- 69 sq m
- Sleeps 5
- 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
View all photos for Classic Condo, 1 Bedroom, Lake View
Classic Condo, 1 Bedroom, Lake View
- Lake view
- 65 sq m
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
View all photos for Comfort Townhome, 1 Bedroom, Lake View
Comfort Townhome, 1 Bedroom, Lake View
- Lake view
- 74 sq m
- Sleeps 6
- 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Murphy Bed
- Free Wi-Fi
About the area
Brainerd
At Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort you'll be steps from Bay Lake and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Gull Lake. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor swimming pool. .Enjoy the gym and outdoor tennis court as well as access to kayaking and rowing/canoeing. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Brainerd hotel include Pine Beach and Social 9.
What's nearby
- Bay Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Legacy at Cragun's - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
- Cragun's Legacy Courses - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
- Brainerd International Raceway - 16 min drive - 16.5 km
Getting around
- Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
- ‪Spot 371 - ‬18 min drive
- ‪Dunmire’s on the Lakes - ‬18 min drive
- ‪Boulder Tap House - ‬16 min drive
- ‪Sidetrack Bar And Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
- ‪El Tequila - ‬15 min drive
About this property
Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort
Step outside to unwind on the sandy beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort such as an outdoor pool, an indoor pool and an outdoor tennis court.
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Free self parking is available.
This 3-star Brainerd hotel is smoke free.
- 50 guestrooms or units
- 26 buildings
- Beach lounge chairs
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Pool or billiards table
- Library
- BBQ grill(s)
- Outdoor picnic space
- Newspapers for purchase
- Fireplace in lobby
- No smoking on site
Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
This Brainerd hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 48-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.
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- Pool
- Pet-friendly
- Kids’ pool
- Parking included
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The price is AU$248
AU$248
includes taxes & fees
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- Spa pool
- Breakfast included
- Kids’ pool
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- Breakfast included
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- Breakfast included
- Pet-friendly
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
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- Breakfast included
- Pet-friendly
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
3.3 out of 5, 673 reviews
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The price is AU$122
AU$122
includes taxes & fees
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Maddens On Gull Lake
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- Pool
- Spa pool
- Spa
- Kids’ pool
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- Pool
- Spa pool
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
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AU$190
includes taxes & fees
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Baxter, MN
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- Pool
- Spa pool
- Breakfast included
- Free airport shuttle
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 1,002 reviews
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AU$208
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Things to do
- 36-hole adjacent golf course
- Basketball
- Beach volleyball
- Bicycle rentals
- Billiards/pool table
- Cross-country skiing
- Fishing
- Gym
- Ice skating
- Indoor pool
- Kayaking
- Library
- Outdoor pool
- Outdoor tennis court
- Playground
- Rowing/canoeing
- Sledding
- Snowshoeing
Family friendly
- DVD player
- In-room cot
- In-room kitchen
- In-room microwave
- In-room refrigerator
- In-room sofa bed
- Indoor pool
- Laundry facilities
- Living room
- Outdoor pool
- Playground
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
- Separate bedroom
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Newspapers in lobby
- Vending machine
Guest services
- No housekeeping service
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Beach loungers
- On a lake
- On a private beach
- Picnic area
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- No lift
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
More
- 26 buildings
- Fireplace in lobby
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Free cot
- Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shower/bathtub combination
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- 48-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
- DVD player
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
More
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Fireplace
- Iron/ironing board
- Living room
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 25 October and 30 January.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
- Free cots (infant beds)!
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Deposit: USD 300 per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort Brainerd
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Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort?
Yep, Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort has a free self car park.
Does Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort have a pool?
Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.
What luxury perks are available at Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort?
Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort features a private beach, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.
What makes Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort a romantic place to stay?
A private beach, plus fireplaces in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort.
Is Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a private beach, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort is a hit with families.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort?
No, Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort?
Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are pets allowed at Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is there a golf course on site at Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort?
There is a golf course next to Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort.
Kavanaugh's Sylvan Lake Resort Reviews
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Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
11 Oct 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018