Central Minnesota, MN
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Where to stay in Central Minnesota
Downtown St Cloud
4/5(37 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in Downtown St Cloud, Paramount Theater and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
Oak Grove
Travelers like the golf courses in Oak Grove, and Lake George is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Greenwood
Greenwood is well-liked for its theaters. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Excelsior area, you might plan a trip to Paisley Park or Lake Minnetonka.
Hamel
While Hamel isn't home to many top sights, Rush Creek and Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Park Rapids
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Park Rapids and surrounding area, you can visit Hubbard County Historical Museum and Red Bridge Park.
Grand Casino Mille Lacs
777 Grand Avenue Onamia MN
$99 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$109 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Onamia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,340 reviews)
A+
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
AmericInn by Wyndham Chanhassen
570 Pond Promenade Chanhassen MN
$85 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$93 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Chanhassen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Staff was very accommodating. Clean, comfortable beds, nice hotel.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
Grand View Lodge
23521 Nokomis Avenue Nisswa MN
$120 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
$129 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Nisswa. Enjoy 2 indoor pools, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (854 reviews)
The staff was so friendly. Our room was spotless and really cute. We love the chairs outside. I had some work to do in the great room. It was cozy and nicely decorated. We had a blast in the restaurant and walking the campus. Overall amazing stay!
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nature Link Resort
24621 S Clark Lake Rd Nisswa MN
Book a stay at this beach cabin in Nisswa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions MN Surf Co and Nisswa City Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Wonderful, experience! Loved the new sauna!
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Oct weekend dates still open! Clean Cabin, lots of Amenities & Gull Chain Access
Nisswa MN
Book a stay at this family-friendly cabin in Nisswa. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Nisswa City Park and MN Surf Co are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
Perfect property. Location great. Very clean. 5 stars all around. Just one small issue with sheets on king bed downstairs. They were a little a little worn/bally and could use a new set of sheets.
Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025
Lakeside Sand Beach House on 3 Acres of fun Near Nisswa and Cross Lake.
Merrifield MN
Book a stay at this beach cabin in Merrifield. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Bass Lake and Lake Edward are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
The perfect weekend getaway. We enjoyed the quiet solitude of the location. This cabin has all the amenities a person could wish for, sauna, hot tub, lake, fireplace, games, a fully stocked kitchen, and comfortable beds. Thank you for sharing this cabin oasis with us.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Popular places to visit
Itasca State Park
4.5/5(45 reviews)
You can take time to visit Itasca State Park during your travels to Park Rapids. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Detroit Mountain Recreation Area
Hit the slopes at Detroit Mountain Recreation Area during your trip to Detroit Lakes. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
Mystic Lake Casino
4/5(347 reviews)
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your visit to Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Lake Minnetonka
4/5(9 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Minnetonka during your travels in Minneapolis - St. Paul.
Paisley Park
4.5/5(410 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Paisley Park during your travels in Chanhassen. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
Northern Lights Casino
3.5/5(21 reviews)
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Northern Lights Casino during your time in Walker? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Things to do
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$47
per adult
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$101
per traveler
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Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
$10
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
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$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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$79
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