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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Brainerd with free water park and indoor pool

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Featuring a free water park, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of Mississippi River and Gull Lake. After hanging out at the indoor pool or lazy river, guests can grab a bite to eat at Three Bear Bar and Grill, which serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and 2 hot tubs
  • Lazy river
  • Free water park
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Children's pool
  • Waterslide
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/game room

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
The current price is CNY992
CNY1,100 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
15739 Audubon Way, Brainerd, MN, 56425

What's nearby

  • Brainerd International Raceway - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Lake Ossawinnamakee - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Gull Lake - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Cragun's Legacy Courses - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
  • The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 18 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 15 min drive
  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 156 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪El Tequila Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Poncho & Lefty's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

Featuring a free water park, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of Mississippi River and Gull Lake. After hanging out at the indoor pool or lazy river, guests can grab a bite to eat at Three Bear Bar and Grill, which serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 98 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • The property’s water park is closed Monday-Wednesday.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free water park access
  • Children's pool
  • Lazy river

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness center
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (1001 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Free water park
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lazy river
  • 2 hot tubs
  • Waterslide
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Three Bear Bar and Grill - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 2 to May 22:
  • Water park
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday:
  • Indoor pool

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and a security system on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
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.

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 40 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 150 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Soothe your senses in one of the 2 hot tubs or make use of other amenities, which include a lazy river and a 24-hour fitness center. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG also has an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG?

Yes, Three Bear Bar and Grill offers American cuisine.

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