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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Brainerd International Raceway and Mississippi River. After hanging out at the water park or indoor pool, guests can grab a bite to eat at Three Bear Bar and Grill, which serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. There's a lazy river and a bar/lounge, 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
  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and lazy river
  • Water park
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • 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
$127 nightly
The total price is $141
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Suite, Multiple Beds

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

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

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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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

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Brainerd International Raceway and Mississippi River. After hanging out at the water park or indoor pool, guests can grab a bite to eat at Three Bear Bar and Grill, which serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. There's a lazy river and a bar/lounge, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

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)
  • Water park access (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Water park access (surcharge)
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lazy river
  • Hot tub
  • 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 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.

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. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG also has a lazy river and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as 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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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Water park
Service staff
Room
Children
Breakfast
Bed
Family friendly
Arcade
Water
Restaurant

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently great with many options, including fresh omelets and robust choices. (9 reviews)
  • The property is close to great dining options, providing a convenient and enjoyable experience for guests. (3 reviews)
  • The hot tub was nice, hot, and large, providing a great relaxation experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The water park was perfect for toddlers and a nice overall hitel
Lindsey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel and service
Maria Rizza, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Our room was clean, beds were comfortable, lots of options for breakfast, and the waterpark was a blast! We will definitely be back!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was clean and the staff friendly
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Came on a Tuesday evening..not busy at all! Clean and friendly staff!
krystal, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very family friendly!
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and great staff
Garrett, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to location and airport!
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was so loud...but it was a long weekend.
Cortney, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great time staff was amazing. I’m very friendly.
Dana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Go here for sure !!!

Awsome. You have to do the lazer tag it is really fun a great for family you get 30 minutes of fun it was the best 30 minutes of my life and the water park was. AWSOME!!!!!!
Amber, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay for families with kids. Separate hot tub for kids and adults in the waterpark area. Dining and drink options in the waterpark. Complimentary breakfast had robust options.
Luvenia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was great! Hotel was nice and clean and staff was friendly.
Angela & Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was our second time staying here. We loved the waterpark. We loved how close it was to the shopping and the zoo. We will definitely stay up here again when we get the chance.
Kalyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Water park was great
Randy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Bring earplugs

Quick getaway with our 9 year old son. Check-in was great, very happy helpful attendant. Water park was great. The room on the other hand was a hug disappointment. There were two men in a room next to us, we heard every bit of their conversation and they talked until after midnight. Bed was uncomfortable. The room next to us had a morning alarm on their phone and it literally woke us up at 5:45! Room was spacious for the 3 of us however I got less than 3 hours sleep due to the rooms not being sound proof enough.
Shantel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable and relaxing rooms, cool water park and quiet facility.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and fun water park.
Randy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were clean, the breakfast was good and we had plenty of options, staff was friendly and the waterpark was great! We will definitely stay here again
Shelly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a little disappointing that the pools close at 8pm on Sunday. Everything else was amazing!
Joshua, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It's perfect for our needs when we're in town.
Nicole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was wonderful and clean and the water park was awesome!
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable beds, room was well stocked with everything.
Joy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great.
DeShaun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pretty
Christopher, 1-night trip