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

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

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Exterior
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and lazy river
  • Water park
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Children's pool
  • Spa tub
  • Waterslide
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/game room
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
The price is $160
includes taxes & fees
$144 per night
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2025

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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)

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

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)

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

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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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

Standard Room

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)

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

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, 2 Queen Beds

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

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 - 5.7 km
  • Lake Ossawinnamakee - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Gull Lake - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Cragun's Legacy Courses - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Legacy at Cragun's - 15 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Brainerd, MN (BRD-Brainerd Lakes Regional) - 13 min drive
  • Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Brainerd. 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

DONE

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
    • For more details, 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

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
  • Spa 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 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.
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, an IHG Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG 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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel?
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, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel?
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, an IHG Hotel and nearby?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel has a lazy river and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a spa tub and an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, Three Bear Bar and Grill offers American cuisine.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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

8/10 Very Good

Layla, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Donna, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brandy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

kari, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lori, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Forrest, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

I wish they would make changes
This hotel could be amazing. Well set-up hotel in a nice location. Waterpark is fantastic, they have laser tag, arcade, etc. The problem is the property is filthy, room and bedding smell like stale beer, and the staff couldn’t care less about anything. I really hope they make changes and take better care of the property. Also, apparently they no longer give hotel guests discounts on laser tag, so it was $45 for 10 minutes for 4 people.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Bruce, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The fireplace didn't work and was included in the price i paid. The room was bg and nice.
Christie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Hotel staff were very good room was clean but public area carpets were tatty and dirty by the look due to people walking from the on site swimming pool too the rooms dripping wet
Adrian, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

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 family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Close to location and airport!
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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James, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful as always! Thankful to be on the first floor with no elevator
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was great.
DeShaun, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Took my grand daughters school clothes shopping and spent the night. Water park staff were kind and had a great experience.
Chad, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Eric, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

I don't understand why they give out tickers in the arcade for prizes but then the prize redemption is in the laser tag that I've never once seen open. You have to go and bug someone at the front desk to take you back to a closed part of the hotel to get a ring pop for a hundred million points. Just don't give out prizes, and also, fix the broken games in the arcade. It's been over a month.
Lucina, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Autumn, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kim, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Tv in bunk bed room was broken. Plug wouldn’t not open in the tub. Front desk staff gave me a window suction cling on a pen to open drain myself.
Kimberly, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly helpful staff. Nice breakfast; nice options. Comfortable room. Fun water park.
Carol, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Tiffany, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this motel and water park! The water and room temperature in the water park was perfect and there was plenty to keep all the kids (and adults) occupied. The rooms were clean and the bunk bed rooms were great for the kids. The only complaint I have is the arcade. There were several games out of order and the air on the air hockey table wasn’t strong enough to play at all, so I did not get to stomp my 11 year old nephew when he challenged me! Will definitely stay here again!!!
Holly, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The hotel room was great except white bedspread had blood stains on it (it had been washed but should not have been used again. Arcade could have had more games and games working. Arcade was closed part of visit as storing luggage for large group. Amenities didnt have set hours or they were not followed. Laser tag closed early (we were told open until 8) so when we arrived, we couldn't play. Concessions near pool also closed early. My husband asked and staff said it was open until 8 p.m. but he was planning on leaving at 6? Pool and waterpark were FABULOUS?
yvonne, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Loved the water park, the kids and adults had a great time."
Reasons to Book
Indoor Pool & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM