Certified by Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG • Mar 08, 2026
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Enjoy Our Brainerd, MN Hotel's Central LocationWhile in Brainerd, MN, patrons lodging with us enjoy excellent amenities like free Wi-Fi access, as well as a great location near major businesses and attractions. The Holiday Inn Express® Brainerd - Baxter Hotel is nestled in the heart of Minnesota, best known for its beautiful lakes and awesome outdoor recreation.Corporate travelers appreciate our modern facilities, which boast an on-site Business Center with print, copy and fax services and a 975-sq-ft meeting room. We are near St. Joseph's Medical Center, and numerous businesses, including Costco and Mill Motors, also call Baxter, MN home.Our hotel's guests enjoy access to Three Bear Water Park, our on-site water park that boasts everything from a lazy river to a 1,000-gallon dumping bucket. Water Park hours are seasonal. Please call for hours. Check out the area's other attractions, including Brainerd International Raceway and Legacy Golf Course at Craguns. During the spring and summer the area boasts over 400 miles of well-kept biking and hiking trails.After a busy day in Brainerd, MN, guests lodging with us can order an excellent meal from Three Bear Grill or spend the evening in the on-site arcade. "Stay Smart" while you're in Baxter, MN and enjoy our hotel's complimentary, hot Express Start Breakfast Bar, which features such items as scrambled eggs, bacon, biscuits and fruit.
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Certified by Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG • Mar 08, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
Certified by Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG • Mar 08, 2026
Reviews
4.2
948 reviews
5 stars
525
4 stars
247
3 stars
87
2 stars
36
1 star
53
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José Hernández Hernandez
Feb 24, 2026
1.0
The rooms restroom hair all over this is nasty
AB
Alonzo Blandón
Feb 2, 2026
1.0
Bad service sirty
JM
Jeff Daiker Mr
Jan 31, 2026
2.0
Love the location but this place is for little kids. The water park is nice for the littles bit not for teen or adults. Pretty cramped in the water park. Staff were very dismissive and unhelpful when checking in. Had to ask detailed questions just to get clear answers. And answers were short and hurried. Rooms were clean and hotel is clean. Weird thing was they shut lights off in the breakfast at 9:23am when our whole family and another family were still eating. The juice machine was shut off at 9:28am. And we are not typically people that complain but in this day and age with high prices, a family needs customer service to be good and to feel appreciated for staying. Thank you
JM
Jessica Meyenburg
Jan 2, 2026
5.0
Great clean rooms, awesome support and help. The water park is perfect for kiddos. It has enough fun areas but isn’t too big and overwhelming. Closes from 3-4 each day.
JJ
JohnClark Jarbi
Dec 29, 2025
1.0
The manager or whoever it was was extremely rude and humiliating, I felt that I was being racially profiled by her. The man who works at the front desk overnights is absolutely lovely and helped me stay safe in my travels during the snow storms. I will not be back.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG
What time can I check in and check out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brainerd-Baxter?
Check-in time is at 3:00 PM and check-out time is at 11:00 AM.
Does the hotel offer free breakfast?
Yes, the hotel offers a complimentary hot Express Start Breakfast Bar including buffet breakfast options such as scrambled eggs, bacon, biscuits, and fruit.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Yes, both cats and dogs are welcome at the hotel as pets are allowed.
What amenities are available at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brainerd-Baxter?
Amenities include free Wi-Fi, a business center, a fitness center with elliptical and free weights, an indoor pool with lifeguard, hot tub, sauna (not available), room service, gift shop, laundry service, and a water park on-site.
Is the hotel accessible for guests with mobility needs?
Yes, the hotel is mobility accessible and has an elevator and accessible parking available for free.
Does the hotel have enhanced sanitation and cleaning protocols?
Yes, the hotel uses commercial-grade disinfectants, cleans guest rooms and common areas thoroughly, removes high-touch items where possible, offers sanitizer, and staff are trained in cleaning and hand washing procedures. Contactless check-in and check-out are also available.
Does the hotel allow kids to stay for free?
Yes, kids up to 19 years old can stay free at the hotel, making it kid-friendly.
What nearby attractions can guests visit during their stay?
Guests can visit Three Bear Waterpark, Brainerd International Raceway, and Legacy Golf Course at Craguns, which provide fun activities nearby.
Are there any nearby restaurants close to the hotel?
Yes, guests can dine at nearby restaurants such as Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que and Boulder Tap House for barbecue and American-style meals.
Where can guests go for fitness or wellness near the hotel?
Guests can visit Crossfit Grow gym, Great North Pilates studio, Infiniti Med Spa, Glow medical spa, and other wellness centers nearby for fitness and relaxation.
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