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Grand Casino Mille Lacs

3.0 star property
Onamia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1342)
"Nice place to stay!"
United States
Lori
$99 nightly
The price is $109
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

3.0 star property
Brainerd
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (847)
"Clean rooms and wonderful waterpark."
United States
Crystal
$130 nightly
The price is $144
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter by IHG

The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3.0 star property
Brainerd
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Big bathrooms and space. Friendly people, great locations."
United States
Matthew
$106 nightly
The price is $117
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
The Lodge at Brainerd Lakes, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Grand View Lodge

3.5 star property
Nisswa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (855)
"Wonderful stay! We loved the pools and hot tubs!"
United States
Asimina
$120 nightly
The price is $129
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Grand View Lodge

Cragun's Resort & Hotel

3.0 star property
Brainerd
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (356)
"The rooms were cozy and had a spectacular view of the lake. Very nice stay."
United States
Justin
$129 nightly
The price is $139
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Cragun's Resort & Hotel

Good Ol' Days Resort

3.5 star property
Nisswa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (654)
"Very nice facility, spotless! Great setting and views"
United States
David
$101 nightly
The price is $109
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Good Ol' Days Resort

Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

3.0 star property
Nisswa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (347)
"Great place"
United States
VInicius
$129 nightly
The price is $139
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Quarterdeck Resort & Restaurant

Nature Link Resort

3.0 star property
Nisswa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"Great place to come to a getaway for the city life. Amazing views and going out to the private island with a canoe was amazing. I can’t say enough about this place it’s the best place to come and reset. Glad we came here and I will be back again. If you can book the cabins over looking the lake you won’t be disappointed. "
United States
Steven
$164 nightly
The price is $176
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Nature Link Resort

Crosby Lofts

3.0 star property
Crosby
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"Clean rooms, fun room design, quiet neighborhood. Will definitely be staying again! "
United States
Tracy
$125 nightly
The price is $134
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Crosby Lofts

Lost Lake Lodge

3.0 star property
Nisswa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (200)
"Loved staying here to explore MN fall colors. The cabin was cozy, great view, modern, super clean and comfortable. We lived our stay."
United States
Nora
Lost Lake Lodge

Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

3.0 star property
Deerwood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (348)
"Excellent resort. Great food. Pool area was very rustic. "
United States
Eli
$113 nightly
The price is $121
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Ruttger's Bay Lake Resort

Wilderness Resort Villas

3.5 star property
Pequot Lakes
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (102)
"Very nice staff! Beautiful area with beach, boat launch, and everything you’d need in the cabin! We’d love to stay here again soon!’"
United States
Anonymous traveler
$427 nightly
The price is $458
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Total with taxes and fees
Wilderness Resort Villas

Cuyuna Lakes Stay

3.0 star property
Deerwood
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (54)
"Quaint and clean! They accommodated our early check in (time crunch due to a wedding) and were very helpful."
United States
Peggy
Cuyuna Lakes Stay

Pet-friendly Cottage: 8 Mi to Paul Bunyan Land!

3.0 star property
Brainerd
Pet-friendly Cottage: 8 Mi to Paul Bunyan Land!

Gull Lake All-season Getaway w/ Private Deck

3.5 star property
Nisswa
Gull Lake All-season Getaway w/ Private Deck

Breezy Point Cabin w/ Fire Pit - Walk to Lake

3.0 star property
Pequot Lakes
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"A lovely, nearly new cabin with every comfort. It was very comfortable for us (four adults and a toddler). Communications and instructions ahead of our visit were excellent and timely. We had a wonderful stay. "
United States
Steven
Breezy Point Cabin w/ Fire Pit - Walk to Lake

Fish, Hike & More: Cozy Brainerd Cabin

3.0 star property
Brainerd
Fish, Hike & More: Cozy Brainerd Cabin

Private Beach: Lakefront Escape in Brainerd!

3.0 star property
Brainerd
Private Beach: Lakefront Escape in Brainerd!

Upscale Townhome in Causeways on Gull Resort!

3.0 star property
Nisswa
Upscale Townhome in Causeways on Gull Resort!

Pequot Lakes Vacation Rental w/ Patio & Fire Pit

3.0 star property
Pequot Lakes
Pequot Lakes Vacation Rental w/ Patio & Fire Pit
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Dive into outdoor adventures at the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area, where mountain biking trails wind through former mining pits. Embrace small-town charm with a stroll down Laurel Street, stopping for homemade fudge and browsing quaint antique shops.

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Brainerd

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Brainerd, Minnesota are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Brainerd, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Brainerd?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brainerd-Baxter, an IHG Hotel, around 5 mi northwest of downtown Brainerd, is a guest favorite. Premium bedding and a swimming pool are among its conveniences. Arrowwood Lodge At Brainerd Lakes is another 3-star hotel recommended by travelers. It comes with beach volleyball activities and a waterslide, and is about 5 mi northwest of the city center.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Brainerd?
Stay at a 3-star hotel and you can expect comfortable and well-kept rooms and conveniences such as free WiFi, gyms and tea and coffee making facilities. These stays may also include a restaurant and bar on-site. Elevate your Brainerd vacation by choosing a 4-star hotel. With things like a spa, 24/7 room service and upscale bathroom products, you'll experience a superior level of relaxation and comfort.

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