Find Your Perfect Place to Stay

Photo Courtesy Grand View Lodge

FIND YOUR PERFECT PLACE TO

WHAT'S YOUR TRAVEL PERSONALITY?

WE HAVE A LOT OF LODGING OPTIONS, which can be overwhelming especially to the first-time traveler. Knowing what kind of amenities you want will help narrow your search and maximize the fun while you’re here. No matter what you choose, we have a place to stay that suits your personality!

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1 BREEZY POINT RESORT, PHOTO BY BLAZEAIR 2 WILDERNESS POINT RESORT 3 KAVANAUGH'S SYLVAN LAKE RESORT 4 COMFORT INN & SUITES RAPID RIVER LODGE

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MINIMALIST

You’re not looking for a vacation with a lot of hoopla. The simpler, the better. Your idea of a vacation is biking the Paul Bunyan State Trail, hiking the Crow Wing State Park, or paddling your kayak around one of the area’s quieter lakes. You’re happy with limited amenities that provide tranquil, abundant nature with easy access to trails and lakes. The Brainerd Lakes Area has lodging options that fit your low-key style. Most area resorts are family owned and still have the rustic charm that you love.

Your idea of a vacation is biking the Paul Bunyan State Trail, hiking the Crow Wing State Park, or paddling your kayak around one of the area’s quieter lakes.

Photo Courtesy Good Ol' Days Family Resort

Nostalgic

You love the warm and fuzzy feelings of reminiscing of a simpler time. And you want to bring your family together to experience a vacation from your childhood. Perhaps it’s bringing your kids to Paul Bunyan Land or walking the dam at Crosslake. You hope to bring your grandkids to stay at the same resort on the same lake that you did years ago. Many resorts that you remember are still here and now offer “reunion houses”—where your whole family can stay under one roof.

Photo Courtesy Red Rider Resort

Photo Courtesy Eagles Nest Photo Courtesy Madden's on Gull Lake

Glamper

You bring your lodging with you when you come Up North. Your home on wheels is equipped with modern conveniences like a microwave and shower—tenting it is taking it too far! You like RV parks or campgrounds with amenities and easy access to water (pool or lake). You want to be close to activities like nature hikes, biking, and shopping. But you love having your own personal space and the freedom that comes with it. The Brainerd Lakes Area has resorts, RV parks, and campgrounds with camper hook ups (electric, water, and sometimes sewer).

BUDGET-MINDED

Pequot Lakes Fire Tower, Photo Courtesy Clamshell Beach Resort You’ve never met a deal you didn’t like. You want amenities, but you don’t want to spend your whole budget on them. You’d rather spend on activities and experiences. You love the thrill of looking for the family friendly eats and low-cost excursions. With parades, firework displays, outdoor movies in Crosslake’s Town Square, and turtle races in Nisswa, the Lakes Area offers a variety of free activities. And you’ll easily find hotel and resorts that will make you—and your budget happy!

Photo Courtesy Grand View Lodge

Luxurious

You want amenities at your fingertips: a lush spa, world-class golf, five-star dining, and endless activities for the kids (hello, waterski school)! Having reliable wi-fi to check email is a must. You don’t mind paying for wellappointed accommodations for the convenience of having everything onproperty. You don’t want to sacrifice comfort for the sake of vacation. Many area resorts offer amenities with multiple dining options, pools, beaches, and golf—so you can kick back, relax, and enjoy total pampering.

Splish Splash

Our Indoor Waterparks Bring the FUN! ARROWWOOD LODGE’S PAUL BUNYAN WATER PARK AND RECREATION CENTER has a four-story body slide, lazy river, zero-depth entry pool, and a large treehouse with watercannons.

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS’ THREE BEARS WATER PARK features the Big Splash featuring 1,000 gallon splash bucket, multiple slides, a lazy river, and family and adult only hot tubs.

COMFORT INN & SUITES RAPID RIVER LODGE has an indoor/outdoor hot tub, lazy river with a waterfall and rapids, and a tube slide.

Photo by Nelson Photo Company, Comfort Suites

Enjoy the wide choice of lodging options, great food in four distinctively different restaurants, golf one of the three spectacular courses, Serenity Spa, Coffee House, live entertainment in the lounge...and let’s not forget crystal clear, sandy Pelican Lake.

Photo By BlazeAir

The GetAway is a 500 acre wilderness haven and adventure resort. This resort is perfect if you’re looking for privacy and luxury. Perfect for a large group of friends, family reunions, or even a corporate retreat. Your party gets full use of the lodge and cottage, which sleeps 17. There’s also an outdoor pool, obstacle course, 22 miles of groomed trails, and a fivegreen golf course. Explore the off-road potential around the property by cruising in a SHERP all-terrain vehicle!