Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Beachfront hotel with golf course, near Cragun's Legacy Courses

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November 2025

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December 2025

Suite | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Nestled close to Cragun's Legacy Courses, Cragun's Resort & Hotel offers a family-friendly getaway with 36 holes of golf, a poolside bar, and five on-site restaurants. Tee up at the driving range or explore hiking trails while staying connected with in-room WiFi; activities like ice skating and snowmobiling are also available.

Very good

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk
Gym
Pool
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Golf course
On the beach
5 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
Indoor pool and outdoor pool
Health club
Outdoor tennis court
Children's pool
Pool bar
Childcare
Business center
Meeting rooms

For families (6)

Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's pool
Playground on site
2 bedrooms
Premium TV channels
Garden

$129 nightly

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 7 - Nov 8

Tomorrow

Nov 8 - Nov 9

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 10 of 10 rooms

South 2-Queens

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Satellite channels

In-room safe

Iron/ironing board

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Lower Pool Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Satellite channels

In-room safe

Iron/ironing board

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

South 1-King Suite

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Satellite channels

1 bedroom
Lake view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Lakeside Lodge North King

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Satellite channels

In-room safe

Iron/ironing board

Lake view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

2 Queen Shoreline Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Satellite channels

538 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Lake view
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Upper Pool Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Satellite channels

In-room safe

Iron/ironing board

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

2 Bedroom Hillside Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

550 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Lake view
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

2 Bedroom Lakeview Cabin

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

Shower/tub combination

550 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Lake view
Sleeps 6
4 Queen Beds

3 Bedroom Lakeview Cabin

Highlights

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

Shower/tub combination

700 sq ft
3 bedrooms
Lake view
Sleeps 8
3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

Junior Studio Suite

Wonderful

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Satellite channels

452 sq ft
Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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$142 nightly

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

11000 Craguns Dr, Brainerd, MN, 56401

What's nearby

Legacy at Cragun's - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
The Classic at Madden's Golf Course - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
Cragun's Legacy Courses - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Bay Lake - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Brainerd International Raceway - 18 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Gas Can Bar And Grill - ‬17 min drive
‪Dunmire’s on the Lakes - ‬16 min drive
‪Sidetrack Bar And Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
‪The WHEELIE BAR - ‬16 min drive
‪Ernie's on Gull - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Cragun's Resort & Hotel is a great choice for your beach stay in Brainerd. The outdoor pool and indoor pool provide a splash of fun, and guests can also take advantage of a health club and an outdoor tennis court. Dining choices include 5 restaurants and the 2 bars/lounges are great places to grab a cold drink. A golf course, a poolside bar, and a children's pool are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 260 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Supervised childcare*

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

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

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

5 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Poolside bar
Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

Children's pool
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

On the beach
Golf lessons
Mountain biking
Ice skating
Sledding
Snowmobiling

Working away

Business center
Meeting rooms

Services

24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Golf cart on site
Golf clubs on site
Snow sports gear

Facilities

Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Health club
Golf course on site
Golf driving range on site
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Golf clubhouse on site
Golf pro shop on site
Outdoor tennis court
Banquet hall
Reception hall

Accessibility

Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Electrical adapters/chargers

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 4 to November 15:

Swimming pool

Children & extra beds

Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Cragun's Resort Hotel Brainerd

Cragun's Resort Hotel

Cragun's Brainerd

Cragun's

Cragun`s Golf Hotel Brainerd

Cragun's Resort & Hotel Hotel

Cragun's Resort & Hotel Brainerd

Cragun's Resort & Hotel Hotel Brainerd

Frequently asked questions

Does Cragun's Resort & Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cragun's Resort & Hotel 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 Cragun's Resort & Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Cragun's Resort & Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Cragun's Resort & Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cragun's Resort & Hotel?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Cragun's Resort & Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with winter activities like sledding, snowmobiling, and ice skating and in warmer months, enjoy a round of golf at the onsite golf course. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. Cragun's Resort & Hotel also has 2 bars and a health club, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Cragun's Resort & Hotel?

Yes, there are 5 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Cragun's Resort & Hotel like?

Cragun's Resort & Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Gull Lake and 7 minutes' walk from Legacy at Cragun's.

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Cragun's Resort & Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room

Service staff

Lake

View

Family friendly

Recreation

Food

Cabin

Bar

Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 5, 2025

We enjoyed our stay at Cragun’s! The room was clean, spacious, and remodeled with a great view of the lake.

Haley, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 8, 2025

Friendly Staff

Dennis, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 9, 2025

We stayed here for a family vacation. Had a great time. Restaurant, pools, beach, playground, pontoon rental, golf, tennis were all great. Cabin was clean and comfortable. Would stay here again.

Keith, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 9, 2025

Delicious food, beautiful atmosphere, and plenty of fun things to do!

Makaya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 1, 2025

Everyone at craguns always makes us feel welcomed from check in to check out.

Nicolas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 2, 2025

There was lots of activities available

Timothy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Feb 9, 2025

Bartender was exceptional.

Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 21, 2023

Beautiful place to bring a family.

Todd, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 14, 2024

Beautiful place

Carrie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 5, 2023

Friendly staff, large room with a nice view of the lake. Would definitely stay there again

tim, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 1, 2023

Great resort ! Will definitely come back

Denis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 5, 2025

Family resort with great customer service

Cragun's is an old-fashioned family resort. This time we stayed in a 2 bedroom, 2 bath cabin. They have great customer service. Our original cabin had an issue, so they promptly moved us to a new, similar cabin, and the new cabin was perfect.

Heather, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 4, 2023

Great staff

Doug, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 31, 2024

Love it!

Alcy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Mar 8, 2025

The girl checking us in had poor English and bad communication skills. It was not explained how to best access our room. It was a very long walk and we should have been directed to drive.

Dale, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Jul 28, 2022

The lake is beautiful! We rented a pontoon boat and it was nice. Our cabin was very dated. The sports center was very dated.

Steven, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Apr 13, 2025

Unsatisfactory service

The trip started out fine. Then when we went to breakfast we were not informed that the breakfast was extra. Then the maintenance team left unsanitary hot tub filters sitting on our tabe where we were eating. Then when we went to check out and grab the rest of our food for our daughter's birthday they had cleaned our cabin and threw it away before we even checked out. Then they seemed to pass the buck on doing anything about it very unsatisfied with this stay.

William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 18, 2024

Excellent Suite Beyond Expectations!

Had not been to area before this 4-night stay for attending a boat show. Our particular accomodation was a suite with elec. fireplace in space having King bed. Had 2 T.V.s, a full-size, cold refrigerator, 4-cup drip coffee maker. But, bring your own coffee or take am hike to lobby for their excellent complimentary coffee. The room was clean and well-kept. Enough towels, etc for entire stay. Indoor tennis/pickleball, pool, and walking track. Very nice!

Rex, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 23, 2023

We stayed at Cragun's over MEA. The area around the resort was beautiful. The cabin we stayed in was old, worn out, and not very clean. The furniture was uncomfortable, the stove/oven were from the 1980's and heated food unevenly. There was no WIFI and besides the indoor pool there was limited entertainment for young children.

H, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 26, 2023

Sidewalks needed to be salted. Very hazardous

Trista, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 7, 2023

Noisy air conditioning

Patricia J, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Aug 30, 2022

Building is really run down, long musty hallways and poorly marked signs that take you forever to get to your rooms. Clearly short on staff, poor experience all around

Brittney, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 24, 2025

Great property - we came in during the off season, but even so this place was so great. Peaceful, quiet rooms, easy to follow maps are provided at check in. The place is old school, like Dirty Dancing resort vibes and grandma chic carpet in the hall, but the rooms were updated. We loved our private patio for coffee in the morning and our cozy fireplace for relaxing. There are minor things around the property that probably should be fixed (damaged siding, pealing stain on decks, rough parking lots (my suitcase could hardly handle it)). For dinner we dined at the property at the eatery right by the lobby. Limited menu, overpriced in my option - but expected given that it's a resort. What wasn't great was our particular server. I believe he forgot to put in our order since others who ordered after got their food first, then at the end the neighboring table got a bag for their leftovers, I had the pleasure of carrying multiple containers without one and not the managers I passed or the server who helped us offered one as I struggled with the door and boxes. It put a bad enough taste in my mouth that we ate off site for breakfast. Highly recommend the property - but maybe skip their restaurants?

Alyxandra, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Mar 24, 2025

Disappointing again

We reserved a king room and were told we could have a rollaway for our son. When we arrived, the rollaway was not there. We called three times and were assured that a rollaway was coming. After returning from the pool at 11 pm, it still was not there. We called again and were informed that a rollaway could not be brought to our room because of the stairs. Somehow, they weren’t aware of the stairs at booking or for the first three calls. We were then moved to another room with two beds at 11:30 pm. We were also told that the only other option for breakfast was to order room service, if we did not want their $19 buffet, which was no bette than free breakfasts you get at many hotels. When we tried to call room service in the morning, we were told they were not open. So much miscommunication. This is our second time attempting to stay at Craguns for an event and the second time we’ve had to move rooms. We won’t be back.

Stephanie, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Mar 8, 2023

We were excited to have our first stay at Craguns Reaort. The property itself is well kept, clean and our room was beautiful. The disappointment started when we hadgone to the bar near the reception area. It was a very busy weekend with a large dart tournament being hosted and hocley tournament in town as well. There was an arguement in the bar that was allowed to escalate due to security not removing the parties that were causing the issue. As a result of the escalation the bar closed an hour and a half early. This left several people with nowhere to enjoy the rest of the evening. The second disappointment came while trying to sleep. It literally sounded like a horse stampede with loud music from midnight until 0900. At that time we were getting ready for the day to leave. Needless to say we left exhausted and disappointed.

Andrew, 1-night trip