Central Minnesota, MN

Travel Guide

"The Red Barn" is a really cool spot, off of County Rd 4 in Zimmerman, MN (East of 169). #ruins
#colorful

Sunrise on the lake. Nothing better than this to greet you in the morning on the cabin.
Every winter these ice castles go up. Some fun tunnels and caverns to explore.
Nature at its best... #lifeatexpedia #summer #evergreenstate #washington #seattlebeauty #laketwentytwo #frozen
Big Trout lake is at the end of the White Fish Chain of lakes. It is very scenic year round. The waters on Big Trout stay pretty calm, so it's an ideal lake for water sports: i.e. skiing, tubing and wake surfing

Where to stay in Central Minnesota

St. Cloud is a City in Central Minnesota on the Mississippi River with a University

Downtown St Cloud

4/5(37 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown St Cloud, Mississippi River and Paramount Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown St Cloud
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Hamel

While Hamel isn't home to many top sights, Rush Creek and Plymouth Playhouse are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hamel
Mississippi River Fall Colors at Riverview Heights Park in Fridley Minnesota

Oak Grove

Travelers like the golf courses in Oak Grove, and Lake George is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Oak Grove
Forest-Covered Island in Lake Minnetonka: Aerial View on a Serene Summer Day

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.

Greenwood
Evening view of the lake we stayed at for our couples trip

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 Skoe Park.

Downtown Park Rapids
Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Grand Casino Mille Lacs

3 out of 5
777 Grand Avenue Onamia MN
$89 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$98 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (1,374 reviews)
Clean room, good staff, works to please.

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN

My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN

3 out of 5
3912 12th Avenue East Shakopee MN
$98 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
$109 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Shakopee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (798 reviews)
I alway love staying at MY PLACE it is wonderful hotel chain. The only thing that could have been better would have had the sidewalks shoveled.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN
Grand View Lodge

Grand View Lodge

3.5 out of 5
23521 Nokomis Avenue Nisswa MN
$120 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$129 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (907 reviews)
Everything was amazing!! The shuttle service was top notch. The shuttle driver Vernon is awesome. He is very knowledgeable about the resort and quick to pick up. I also am impressed that the resort supplies firewood for every campfire. That is a perk for sure. The villa with the pool table is a must. ...

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Grand View Lodge
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

Nature Link Resort

3 out of 5
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 Nisswa City Park and Nisswa Family Fun Center ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
The lake was majestically frozen this time of year. We enjoyed the view of it from the full floor to ceiling windows of our Cedar cabin. The sauna beside the lake with a full bathroom with shower was a luxury for this time of year. I imagine the small building that houses it is also a luxury for ...

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Nature Link Resort
Centrally located "Perch Lake Bungalow" w/Hot-tub!

Centrally located "Perch Lake Bungalow" w/Hot-tub!

Baxter MN
Stay at this cabin in Baxter. Enjoy free WiFi, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Northland Arboretum and North Central ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
It is rare to find a combination that includes nicely appointed clean accomodations that are affordable, well located and pet friendly. This one ticks all the boxes, we loved it!

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

Centrally located "Perch Lake Bungalow" w/Hot-tub!
PRIVATE BEACH + GULL LAKE CHAIN + SHOP NISSWA + LILY PAD + GAME ROOM

PRIVATE BEACH + GULL LAKE CHAIN + SHOP NISSWA + LILY PAD + GAME ROOM

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 Fritz Loven ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Very nice place and very clean. We had bunch of fun fishing on that lake. Lots of northern and crappie. Thanks for the awesome weekend

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

PRIVATE BEACH + GULL LAKE CHAIN + SHOP NISSWA + LILY PAD + GAME ROOM
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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